Haven't received your P-EBT 2.0 card? Call 833-518-0282
District Office Summer Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 AM - 12 PM, closed on Fridays; closed week of July 5-9 | Enjoy the summer!
Tomorrow, June 16th, is the MBSD Retirement Celebration! Come join us in the MBSD Office Courtyard from 3:30-5:30 PM!
Remember to pre-order your meals for the week! You can choose either three (3) day or seven (7) day meal kits: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTDWcOYAdLsmDSe67YhxWJajEs_csamuejQps0hp8obfuLBw/viewform
Hello Mount Baker, please read the Whatcom County Health Officer's Letter to the Superintendent: https://5il.co/swm6
Pre-order your meals for the week! Delivery/pick-up is today! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTDWcOYAdLsmDSe67YhxWJajEs_csamuejQps0hp8obfuLBw/viewform
Hello Mount Baker families - please be sure to complete the Family Survey for Fall 2021-22 School Year (posted in the 5/12/2021 Superintendent Update): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeoaFbKBg7OLOvXxqDqMCA3sTcNyKWn213sGEr1CZWXU0ABIw/viewform | The purpose of this survey is to obtain data on where families stand regarding wanting their children in school versus fully remote, which will help for our planning for staffing needs. Thank you!
Remember to pre-order you weekly meals: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTDWcOYAdLsmDSe67YhxWJajEs_csamuejQps0hp8obfuLBw/viewform
Good morning Elementary families! Here is the lunch menu for May: https://5il.co/s6nn | and don't forget to pre-order your meals: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTDWcOYAdLsmDSe67YhxWJajEs_csamuejQps0hp8obfuLBw/viewform
**The Mount Baker Plant Sale Online Store Link will be posted in the District website News on April 28th at 10:00 am
**Please watch this 6-minute video explaining how to use the online store (tips and tricks on navigating the website, shopping quickly for your items, and scheduling a time for pick-up): https://youtu.be/9XM5Nw8G0hA
**View the price list: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/article/447606?org=mount-baker
Hello Mount Baker Community! Don't forget to pre-order your meals for the week: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTDWcOYAdLsmDSe67YhxWJajEs_csamuejQps0hp8obfuLBw/viewform
Hello Mount Baker Community! Don't forget to pre-order your meals for the week: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTDWcOYAdLsmDSe67YhxWJajEs_csamuejQps0hp8obfuLBw/viewform
The Mt. Baker Community Coalition is now accepting applications for the Summer 2021 Youth Prevention Fellow Position! Help prevent youth substance abuse and nurture positive community change! Learn more here: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/o/mount-baker/page/mt-baker-community-coalition
ATHLETICS LIVE STREAM | Watch the JV Baseball Games this Saturday, April 17th at 11:55 am: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PqoOyTCHVU | and at 2:00 pm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekj9hL2_ugQ
Attention JH/HS Families: The JH/HS school bus pick-up & drop-off times will be changing as of Monday, April 19th. Pick-up times will be about 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes earlier than the current pick up time (example: if your student is currently being picked up at 8:00 am, they will now be picked up at 6:50-7:00 am). The School Bus Drivers have been handing out slips to Students with their new pick up times. Drop-off times will be 20 minutes earlier, as school dismissal time has been changed from 1:25 pm to 1:05 pm.
Parents & guardians of kids ages 2 to 8 years, check out "The Incredible Years" parenting group coming this May: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/o/mount-baker/page/the-incredible-years
Information regarding the Whatcom County COVID-19 Community Vaccination Center: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/o/mount-baker/page/whatcom-county-covid-19-community-vaccination-center
Don't forget to pre-order you meals for the week: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTDWcOYAdLsmDSe67YhxWJajEs_csamuejQps0hp8obfuLBw/viewform
ATHLETICS LIVE STREAM | Watch the JV Baseball Game today, April 12th @ 4:15 pm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gl1O3U42KAo
The Elementary Menu for April has been REVISED to account for the two additional off-site learning days (April 13th & 16th): https://5il.co/r26z
Hello Elementary Families! Please be sure to fill out the Elementary Program Change Form ONLY if you want to have your student(s) CHANGE their learning program beginning on April 19. The only onsite option for students is 4 days a week, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Wednesday remains an asynchronous learning day for all onsite learners.
There will no longer be a two day option for onsite learners. All students who are currently in hybrid will carry over automatically to in-person learning 4 days per week.
Please complete the survey one time for each child. This form MUST be completed by Friday, April 2 at 4:00pm: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd0BlYZBGLLewuDfxlY3tFev80gEt7oZuQtTmRnFY_NQQeQ7w/viewform
Pre-order your meals for this week AND for Spring Break TODAY! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTDWcOYAdLsmDSe67YhxWJajEs_csamuejQps0hp8obfuLBw/viewform
The FREE Meal Pre-order form for the week of March 31, 2021 is now available... this will include breakfast and lunch through Spring Break. Meals items include turkey, beef dippers, oranges, and chocolate milk (just to name a few). ENJOY and thank you for letting us serve our community! Pre-order here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTDWcOYAdLsmDSe67YhxWJajEs_csamuejQps0hp8obfuLBw/viewform
The Strengthening Families Program (for caregivers and youth 10-14 years old) begins April 20th | Learn more about this great program and register today here: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/o/mount-baker/page/strengthening-families-program
Families with children ages birth-5 years are welcome to join the free Play & Learn Zoom Room! Sing songs, read & draw stories, and see your friends! Learn more here: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/o/erc/page/play-learn-program
Reminder: Elementary and ERC Preschool Conferences are happening this week! The early release schedule is as follows: Elementary 3/23-3/26 @ 1 pm | ERC Preschool 3/22-3/25 @ 12:30 pm. Elementary students will ride the buses home with the JH/HS students, and are expected to arrive at their stops approximately 45 minutes earlier than their usual drop off time.
Don't forget to order your weekly meals for next week (March 24th delivery/pick-up date)! Order here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTDWcOYAdLsmDSe67YhxWJajEs_csamuejQps0hp8obfuLBw/viewform
MBSD needs substitutes! We are currently hiring for both certificated and classified positions. Becoming a substitute is a great way to gain experience and earn an income while maintaining a flexible schedule! Apply today: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/o/mount-baker/page/careers-with-mbsd
Hello Elementary Families! Check out the March "St. Patrick's Day" Library Choice Board: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1zgpOWSFq14wboOLxgpCh2ANnkXvcexspJEFOuNOPG-g/edit?usp=sharing
Don't forget to order your weekly meals! Order here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTDWcOYAdLsmDSe67YhxWJajEs_csamuejQps0hp8obfuLBw/viewform
Good morning Mount Baker! Reminder: today, March 15th, is the last day to sign up for the Spring Break Pantry Program | sign up here: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/article/405406?org=mount-baker
Reminder: there is NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Friday March 11th. The District Office will also be closed. Enjoy your weekend!
A great reminder of the "Importance of Following Masking Policies" at Mount Baker Athletic events! Watch this 2-minute video: https://vimeo.com/519202002
The Mount Baker School District Strategic Plan for 2020-2025 is now available! | View the Flyer https://5il.co/q6mn | View the PDF https://5il.co/q5qi | View on the website https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/o/mount-baker/page/mbsd-strategic-plan-2020-2025
Don't forget to pre-order your weekly meals! Order here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScTDWcOYAdLsmDSe67YhxWJajEs_csamuejQps0hp8obfuLBw/viewform
Watch the JV Football game tonight at 5:30 pm via LIVE STREAM: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FIcIGz9aBk&feature=youtu.be
MBHS Football update - there is a chance the MBHS YouTube Live Stream may not be available tonight; if this is the case, you should be able to watch the game from Blaine's YouTube Live Stream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrBZ6xvUH00
Hello Harmony Families! Help support Harmony Elementary by purchasing a delicious pizza from Elizabeth Station, this Thursday 2/25 - Sunday 2/28. A percentage of all pizza sales will be donated to Harmony Elementary!
Check out the first ever e-news version of the East Whatcom Health Reporter: https://mailchi.mp/ee15891a11e9/east-whatcom-health-reporter-winter-edition?e=93985fc90b
The district's internet is back up and working. Thank you.
Hello Mount Baker - The district is current without internet. We will post updates on the website as we receive them. Thank you.
Watch the Mount Baker vs Nooksack Valley football game LIVE STREAM this Saturday! Click here to watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=By6u-PLYYu4&feature=youtu.be
Pandemic EBT is back! Eligible families will get their benefits in the mail this March. There is no need to apply for P-EBT. The benefits will be mailed to the address on file with the school district.
What do you need to do? It’s easy - just make sure your address is up to date with your student’s school!
Hello Mount Baker JH/HS families - for the afternoon of February 16, 2021, the late run bus will operate as scheduled; however, the Boys & Girls Club run for today has been cancelled. Thank you.
Hello Mount Baker - School will be on regular schedule for Tuesday, February 16th, and Kendall area buses will be on snow routes. Thank you.
Reminder: there is NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Friday Feb. 12th. Enjoy your weekend!
Attention 6th - 12th graders! Don't forget to submit your original poetry by March 15th to be considered for publishing in the WCLS "A Forest of Words" Teen Poetry Anthology: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/article/375501?org=mount-baker
Update on Kendall Elementary - phones and internet are now restored. Thank you.
Hello Kendall Families: the internet and phones are currently down at the school. We will update when they’re back on. Thank you.
Don't forget to order your weekly meals! Meals are FREE through June 2021! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1AOOO2rakd7ROLENxagPKlZXAiqjvO_P-UCahsCJVZLo/edit?ts=601b342a&gxids=7628
The new Elementary bus route afternoon drop off times are now available on the website; click the link to view them:
Acme Bus Routes: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/o/mount-baker/page/acme-elementary-bus-routes
Harmony Bus Routes: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/o/mount-baker/page/harmony-elementary-bus-routes
Kendall Bus Routes: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/o/mount-baker/page/kendall-elementary-bus-routes--2
Elementary bus route afternoon drop off times are changing effective Monday, Feb. 8th, 2021. Elementary student drop off times will now be 2.5 hours later than their current drop off times (for example, if your elementary student is currently dropped of at 12:30 pm, it will change to 3:00 pm as of Feb. 8th). Morning pick up times for all students will continue to be the same. The new Elementary afternoon drop off times will be posted to the website by 3:00 pm on Saturday, Feb. 6th.
Looking for a possible career or part time work? The Mount Baker School District needs substitutes! Read more here and apply today: https://5il.co/pcfs
View the February 2021 Elementary Menu: https://5il.co/pb2i
Attention JH & HS Hybrid families: the district has emailed you a copy of the bus routes starting February 2nd - if you did not receive the email and need a copy of the bus routes, please call the district at (360) 383-2000.
The Community Athletic Information Forum is tonight, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm | join us via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87602373930?pwd=N2lDMmNQd3NNb28yUExtTG5KOFBwZz09#success
Reminder: there is NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Friday Jan. 29th. Enjoy your weekend!
Good morning Mount Baker! Don't forget to check out the latest Weekly Update from the Superintendent: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/article/389206?org=mount-baker
Update on Kendall Elementary - phones and internet are now restored. Thank you.
Hello Kendall Families: the internet and phones are currently down at the school. We will update when they’re back on. Thank you.
Hello MBSD Athletic Community! Join us for our Community Athletic Information Forum this Thursday, Jan. 28th from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87602373930?pwd=N2lDMmNQd3NNb28yUExtTG5KOFBwZz09
Acme Elementary has a bus that has broken down while bringing students home today - Route 12/13 (heading to Glenhaven). A replacement bus is on the way, but the students will be arriving home roughly 20 minutes late. Thank you.
Hello Mount Baker! Please read the latest Weekly Update from the Superintendent: https://5il.co/osx7
MBHS Athletics has a new Twitter! Check it out: https://twitter.com/bakersports
Watch the video of the MBJH & MBHS Community Forum (held Jan. 14, 2020 via Zoom) here: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/o/mount-baker/page/mbjh-mbhs-community-forum-video
For clarification on the Elementary Program Change Form: the form needs to be completed IF AND ONLY IF you would like to CHANGE the program for learning for your student(s). These changes will also take effect Monday, February 8.
If you wish to continue in the learning program your student is currently enrolled in, DO NOT complete the form. They will remain in their current program.
Starting February 8th, hybrid will be 9:00 am - 2:30 pm INSTEAD OF 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (following the same A/B cohort schedule), so if families would like to now switch from remote to hybrid due to the time extension, they have the opportunity.
Sorry for any confusion!
MBJH and MBHS Families: Please join us for the MBJH and MBHS Community Forum happening tonight, Jan. 14th, at 7:00 pm via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87897648652?pwd=WkN3bm50ZnlWWmdaYWpsQnNCejA4UT09 | we will be discussing the plan to transition to hybrid learning (planned for Feb. 2nd)
Elementary Families: Please be sure to fill out the Elementary Program Change Form IF AND ONLY IF you want to change to the extended 9:00 - 2:30 pm in-person learning program (the same A/B cohort schedule) | find the form here: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/article/380457?org=mount-baker
View the current job openings at Mount Baker: https://www2.nwrdc.wa-k12.net/scripts/cgiip.exe/WService=wmtbakes71/rapplmnu03.w | Apply today!
Hello Mount Baker Families: due to the blocked roads, meal deliveries to the Glenhaven area have been cancelled for today, January 13th. Meals can still be picked up this evening between 4 pm and 6 pm at the Junior High/High School Cafeteria. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Hello Mount Baker Families,
This message is for families using Verizon Hotspots: in the near future, Verison will be performing maintenance that will ultimately cause your hotspot to stop working; when this happens, you will need to reboot your hotspot to fix the issue. Thank you.
Don't forget that this Friday, Jan. 8th, is an Early Release Day!
Elementary @ 1:00 pm | Junior High & High School @ 12:00 pm
Hello Mount Baker, please read the latest Weekly Update from the Superintendent: https://5il.co/oc87
Check out the Elementary Library January Choice Board, full of fun ideas and activities: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vRXoFEqcLjSJtLfoyuSDxbVoBbJ8WHAAbKL3HxTqEQYHYuef5dFAZtJQ61vEI0IKgysjAkKJkG_3kI_/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000&slide=id.p
Happy New Year, and welcome back to school! We hope you enjoyed the winter break!
Meal delivery/pick-up will begin this Wednesday, Jan. 6th - please pre-order you meals every Monday: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1UoI-6n5nEitFDpuK_6c3D9XCHie6j_rDIGGS6XSs5go/viewform?edit_requested=true
Check out this article by NPR about the Connections program at Kendall Elementary: https://www.knkx.org/post/some-kids-have-been-learning-outdoors-months-whatcom-county-not-seattle
Update on district phones: the district can now receive incoming calls, but cannot place outgoing calls. We will send an update when this issue is resolved. Thank you.
The Mount Baker School District is currently experiencing phone outages. We will send an update when the phones have been restored. Thank you.
Get your FREE box of local produce this Wednesday, Dec. 16th with your weekly free meals! Pre-order your meals today: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/article/367715?org=mount-baker
Reverse the Baker Bus has an updated meal delivery schedule! View it here: https://5il.co/l34x
(Meal deliveries/pick-up will still be on Wednesdays)
Thank you, Mount Baker, for supporting your school libraries through our Virtual Book Fair! The book fair will return in Spring 2021.
Our Virtual Book Fair ends December 6th! Get your books today: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/article/354712?org=mount-baker
The Mount Baker School District is looking for Substitute Bus Drivers! If you are interested, please apply at: https://www2.nwrdc.wa-k12.net/scripts/cgiip.exe/WService=wmtbakes71/rapplmnu03.w
Good morning Mount Baker! Please read the latest weekly update from the Superintendent: https://5il.co/njmm
There's still time to support your school by buying books through our Virtual Book Fair: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/article/354712?org=mount-baker
Are you interested in joining the Mount Baker School District team? Follow this link to view current job openings: https://www2.nwrdc.wa-k12.net/scripts/cgiip.exe/WService=wmtbakes71/rapplmnu03.w
Hello Mount Baker Families! Don't forget to check out our Virtual Book Fair, happening until December 6th. Books make a great holiday gift! Your purchase also help support our schools when you create/sign in to your account | book fair link: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/article/354712?org=mount-baker
Hello Mount Baker - please read the letter to Whatcom County School Superintendents regarding COVID-19 and reopening (update from the Whatcom County Health Department): https://5il.co/n8cb
Hello Mount Baker! Please read the latest Weekly Update from the Superintendent: https://5il.co/n72i
Attention Mount Baker - the law enforcement situation near Kendall Elementary is now resolved, and the students and staff are being returned to the Kendall campus to complete their day as scheduled. Thank you.
Attention Mount Baker - due to law enforcement activity near Kendall Elementary, any students and staff on that campus are being moved to the High School campus out of an abundance of caution. The district will be contacting the parents of those students directly. An update will be sent out when more information is available.
Hello Mount Baker, please be advised: due to weather conditions, we have staff and students experiencing loss of internet connectivity. Currently, the internet and phones are still working at all schools. Updates regarding this situation will be posted to the Live Feed on our website, as well as on Facebook, as needed.
Elementary Remote Learning Families - the Remote Learning Schedules are on our website, under the "Most Recent Information" https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/o/mount-baker/page/elementary-k-6th-grade-learning-instruction
Elementary Remote Learning Families - please view the Remote Teacher Zoom Links at https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSC_pIWZE7W4T64y2k9IbSndC2yTrU2YWAvgG7sc5LTrYuLcnailhoEkWchdSBGY1y5r0pLCmfoht7B/pub
Hello MBHS! Please watch the latest update from the Administration: https://youtu.be/mIOPsS3FI6A
Attention MBHS CTE students -- please check out the CTE COVID-19 website for information on the schedule, classes, safety protocols, and more: https://sites.google.com/mtbaker.wednet.edu/academicscourse-offerings/career-and-technical-education-cte/covid-19
Hello Mount Baker! Please read the latest Weekly Update from the Superintendent: https://5il.co/mruf
These updates are also sent out via phone and email on Wednesday evenings... if you are not receiving them, please contact your registrar to make sure your phone number and/or email are correct!
Don't forget to join us for the Quarter 2 Preview tonight at 6! The Zoom URL was sent in Sunday's preview and in a separate email yesterday. We look forward to seeing you!
Just a reminder that tomorrow is a half day. In this remote setting that doesn't mean a lot. Classes will happen at the same time as they normally do. There just won't be office hours afterward. BUT -- We will have day 2 of parent conferences!
Hello Mount Baker! Here is the latest update from the Superintendent: https://5il.co/mled
Please read the update, and make sure you have filled out the Learning Choice Survey. Thank you!
Hello Elementary parents! Please remember to complete the Elementary Parent Survey for Learning Choice: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfjh1U5LJBMHEh90y26qFfidz76eA4zl6_KVRnA4Gv7xtMk9Q/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0&gxids=7628 | Please complete the survey by Tuesday, October 27th at 4:00 PM.
CORRECTION: Hello Mount Baker! Here is the CORRECTED latest update from the Superintendent; the last version had the incorrect link to the Elementary Parent Survey (apologies!): https://5il.co/mge8
6th-12th graders! Don't forget to submit your artwork for the Whatcomics Teen Art Book by October 31st! More details here: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/article/329216?org=mount-baker
Hello Mount Baker! The Superintendent's latest weekly update is now on our website! You can read it here: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/976405/10-21-2020_Superintendent_Update.pdf
For past updates, check out the archive: https://www.mtbaker.wednet.edu/o/mount-baker/browse/133523
Good morning Mount Baker JH/HS students... the JH/HS Library will close today at 3:00 p.m.
Hello Mount Baker families,
This morning, families were emailed a "School Health Check in" for their students. This was sent by mistake due to a software issue with Qualtrics. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Text STOP to stop receiving text updates from Mount Baker School District.
All schools within the Mount Baker School District have power and connectivity; however, we have parents and staff who are likely still without power and connectivity as there are outages in our area and in Whatcom County. Please keep this in mind if you cannot connect with students or staff.
Based upon the PSE outage map, restoration times are still undetermined.
Thank you.
The Mount Baker School District, like much of Whatcom County, is experiencing power outages and connectivity issues. At this time, Kendall Elementary is without power and staff are being released early. Given weather impacts on power and connectivity is continuing to occur, we will plan to provide an update tomorrow morning at 7:00 AM.
Thank you.
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Don't forget to order your weekly meals every Monday at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1UoI-6n5nEitFDpuK_6c3D9XCHie6j_rDIGGS6XSs5go/viewform?edit_requested=true
The Mount Baker School District is experiencing power, phone, and Internet connectivity issues in Glenhaven and in Kendall due to high winds. Kendall Elementary has been impacted and has inconsistent phone and internet connectivity. The 21st Century Boys and Girls Club is cancelled for this afternoon. We will provide an update at 2:00 PM on the status of these issues.
The USDA has just announced waivers to allow free meals for all children 1 to 18 years old through June 30, 2021!
CTE Students - please read the CTE Safety Protocols for On-Campus Learning at: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/958167/MBSD_CTE_Safety_Protocols_for_On-Campus_Learning.pdf
The District Office will be closed on Friday, October 9th, 2020 for an all-staff waiver day and an all-staff training.
The district's internet is back up and working!
Families ordering meals, please be sure to check the UPDATED delivery schedule: https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/921211/Reverse_the_Baker_Bus_Meal_Delivery_Schedule_2020-21.pdf
Dear Parents/Guardians - if you received a School Health Check-in email for your student this morning, please disregard.
For more information on COVID-19 Updates and Distance Learning information, please click the "COVID-19 RESPONSE & DISTANCE LEARNING" link under the Explore tab at the top right of the website.
Welcome to the Mount Baker School District's new website!
Dear Mount Baker Community,
We are operating on a remote instructional model with limited onsite instruction and programs. Use of District facilities at this time is limited to our personnel, approved student groups, and approved contractors.
To practice utmost caution, at this time use of the facilities by outside entities is prohibited. No Facility Use Agreements should be executed until further notice.