

MSD Education Update
E-News for families and staff.

January 9, 2024
News and updates from the Marysville School District.
Check out upcoming school and district events by visiting the events calendar webpage. On this calendar, you can filter multiple schools, include the district calendar, and link to your calendar. Click HERE to view.
Freezing temperatures, more rain, and possible snow showers are in the local forecast this week.
Please review the winter weather bulletins linked below for families and staff so you are prepared in the event transportation and/or school schedules are impacted due to the weather:
Parent/Family Bulletin (English) (Spanish)*
Staff Bulletin (English) (Spanish)*
The District is prepared in the event ice or snow creates conditions that are unsafe for buses and other vehicles traveling on the roadways. Transportation staff starts physical road checks at 3:00 am. The Transportation Director reviews staff reports and contacts other school districts in the region. A report is then made to the Superintendent who will make the decision on whether schools will start late or be canceled. The decision is based on many factors including the morning report from the Transportation Director, road conditions, the forecast, and the safety of students and staff.
If there is a change to the school schedule the District will notify families and staff through multiple communication platforms by 6:00 am. The information will also be posted on local news channels and the District website at www.msd25.org.
Please review the bulletins linked above for important information and stay connected through the social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) and the website for updates and information. Stay safe and warm!
Cold Weather Shelter Information
Find information about the Cold Weather Shelters around Snohomish County by visiting www.bit.ly/snococold
*Bulletins are electronically translated. Please forgive any misrepresentation of words or phrases.
Dr. Robbins' Visit to Marysville Middle School
As part of his Superintendent visits to schools, Dr. Robbins recently visited Marysville Middle School - Home of the Wildcats - where he participated in a student-led tour of the campus, met with PTSA parents, school administrators, teachers, and visited classrooms.
School administrators Ms. Aimee Verellen-Grubbs, Principal, Ms. Kim Necaise and Ms. Kari Hollands, Vice Principals, shared their focus on building strong relationships with students and families taking a proactive approach to academics, behavior, and engagement including student attendance. Teachers Mr. Chris Bickford (Math) and Mr. Jeremiah O'Hagan (ELA), provided an overview of instructional practices teachers are using in English Language Arts and Math to support students where they are through classroom, small group, and individual instruction and interventions where needed with the goal of increasing students' learning and mastery of skills in the content areas. The PTSA parents Ms. Melody Plumb, Mr. Chad Wilson, and Ms. Charlene Hinty shared what they love about MMS including the positivity and supportive environment of the school and its staff. A makeover of the school's library supported by the PTSA parents is underway bringing joy to students, staff, and families. The parents shared they would love to see more MMS parents and guardians involved in the school and encouraged them to reach out to learn more about where they can help in big or small areas.
Congratulations, Rocky Verbeck!
The Snohomish County Football Officials (SCFOA) Awards Banquet was held January 6. Rocky Verbeck, Athletic Director, was awarded the 110% Award. This award is given out to an individual that goes above and beyond to take care of the officials before during and after the game. His commitment to SCFOA is by far the best in the state.
Congratulations, Rocky!
Visit the District's dedicated budget website at https://www.msd25.org/page/budget-2023-2024 to learn more about the budget, review updates, and FAQs.
Click on the link below to read the most recent budget update published January 5, 2024:
Budget Update: English. Spanish*
*Update is electronically translated. Please forgive any misrepresentation of words or phrases.
Accessing Sports Schedules through Arbiter Sports
Sports schedules for high school team sports can be accessed at Arbiter Sports at https://arbiterlive.com. Arbiter also has an app for iPhone or Android use.
Click HERE to view the Washington State Department of Health Decision Tree to help guide individuals on what to do when you are feeling ill or test positive for COVID.
Quick Links and Resources
We invite you to send us your questions, concerns, suggestions, or compliments. Once you click on a topic and make a submission through Let’s Talk, the MSD district or school employee who can best address your comment will be notified. If you request a response, you will hear back from us in a timely manner. Click HERE or visit the website at www.msd25.org and click on the side bar.
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
For more information and resources, go to https://988lifeline.org/.
Report incidents of bullying, harassments, discrimination, and dangerous behavior.
Report incidents on in-person or online bullying, harassment, discrimination, and other dangerous behaviors. Report emergencies by calling 911. To report incidents online, go to https://msvl-wa.safeschoolsalert.com/
Connect with Us
Email: communications@msd25.org
Website: www.msd25.org
Location: 4220 80th Street Northeast, Marysville, WA, USA
Phone: (360) 965-0000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarysvilleSD
Twitter: @msd25