Darrington Fire District 24 has created a community COVID page for news on the outbreak in our area. We appreciate their efforts to share timely info and to fight the rumors that are circulating. Please visit https://www.darringtonfire.org/covid19 for more information.
DNR Lawsuit
As of February 25, 2020, Darrington School District joined the American Forest Resource Council, Concrete, Quillayute Valley, & Naselle-Grays Harbor SD’s, Pacific, Skamania, Mason and Lewis Counties, and several other municipal organizations in a lawsuit against the State of Washington Department of Natural Resources.
The lawsuit is a response to DNR’s proposed timber harvest schedule, which would radically diminish harvests on public trust land over the next decade. Forest products are the number one employer in our community, and the District strongly supports our community members in this industry.
District policy is to not comment on pending legal action. We have been working with other stakeholders since December take legal action. We are pleased to stand with AFRC and local timber industry.
Meal Service Update, Meals to Rural Areas
To combat food insecurity, we will continue to provide Grab-and-Go breakfast and lunch service to any youth in need (through age 18) weekdays throughout the closure. Meals are available outside the cafeteria weekdays from 11:30am-12:30pm. Adult meals are not available at this time.
STARTING MONDAY, TRANSPORTATION STAFF will deliver meals to youth on bus routes who live outside town (in-town students will still need to pick-up at cafeteria). Deliveries will start about 4 hours later than AM bus pick up times (about 11 AM for first stops). Please stand back a safe distance from the road, and be at least 15 minutes early. Drivers will make one trip only, and are not allowed to drop meals off at houses (per state guidelines).
Next week, look for the white DSD vans at your bus stop. We have served over 120 meals the first three days, and want to serve even more next week! We appreciate your patience and flexibility as we work out the details of this new service. If you have any questions, please email our lead driver Toni Lenon tkernaghan@dsd.k12.wa.us for more information.
WIAA Weighs in on Sports, State Championships
Everett Herald aricle on the WIAA’s current plans regarding the possibility of spring sports resuming after the closure, practices, etc, to read more click here.
American Heart Association Resources
Natalie from the American Heart Association just sent me this 10 day heart health challenge that families can take together. If you are experiencing cabin fever or looking for activities to bring you closer together as a family, try these. For more AHA resources check out their website heart.org
Day 1: Dance
Youth Market Story Link: Laney’s Story – www.heart.org/laney
Daily Activity: Get the Whole Family Moving at Home , Dance it out
Recipe: Berry Nuts Granola Bars and Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup
Parent Tip of the Day: Physical Activity Recommendations for Kids
Day 2: Special Hearts
Daily Activity: Heart Hero Moves
Recipe: Ranch Chive Popcorn
Parent Tip of the Day: Limit Screen Time
Day 3: Meet Finn
Youth Market Story Link: Character Video Intro
Daily Activity: Heart Facts
Recipe: Chunky Marinara with Pasta and Tropical Fruit Smoothie
Parent Tip of the Day: Take Action to Control Stress
Day 4: Jump!
Youth Market Story Link: How to Unlock Characters
Daily Activity: Jumping Rope Skills
Recipe: Vegetarian 3-bean Chili and Sweet and Spicy Veggie Dip
Parent Tip of the Day: When is the best time of day to exercise?
Day 5: Keep Moving!
Youth Market Story Link: Sophie Character Story
Daily Activity: Homework with Heart
Recipe: Slow Cooker Barbeque Chicken and Frozen Yogurt Pops
Parent Tip of the Day: How to Boost Willpower
Day 6: Learn About Strokes
Youth Market Story Link: Kids Heart Challenge Main Program
Daily Activity: Wacky Word Games
Recipe: Peanut Butter Banana Protein Bars and Tuscan Bean Soup
Parent Tip of the Day: Better Your Sleep Routine
Day 7: Theme Recipes
Youth Market Story Link: Alex’s Story
Daily Activity: Get Cooking!
Looking for more fun? Fruit and Veggie Toolkit for Kids
Recipe: Avocado Pesto Dip and Raspberry Lemonade Slushy
Parent Tip of the Day: How to Sneak in More Vegetables , Fresh, Frozen and Canned Can All be Healthy
Day 8:
Youth Market Story Link: Crush Character Video
Daily Activity: Heart Hero Puppets
Parent Tip of the Day: Fight Stress with Healthy Habits
Day 9:
Youth Market Story Link: Meet the Heart Hero
Daily Activity: Tips to Keep Your Whole Family Active
Recipe: Sweet and Sour Chicken and Southern Cornbread
Parent Tip of the Day: Meditation
Day 10:
Daily Activity: Set Your Fitness Goals
Recipe: Greek Seven Layer Dip, Texas Caviar
Parent Tip of the Day: Celebrate Fitness Success
Additional activities / resources to help with the remaining days schools are closed
School Board Meeting
Following Gov. Inslee’s proclamation, along with guidance from the Washington State Attorney General, we will hold the March Regular School Board Meeting online via Zoom. We will have an abbreviated agenda followed by a report on the District response to the COVID-19 closure. The public may join this meeting by calling (253) 215-8782 and entering the Meeting ID 321 435 253.
Wi-Fi During Break, Info for Students
Our awesome Tech Coordinator Kaleb wanted me to remind students to check your student email. Each of you has been sent instructions for a voucher for our new Wi-Fi server for students. We will be working on our other networks over break so please use this new system, which will provide you with our highest speeds when you come by the parking lot to download assignments, turn in work on Google Classroom, or check your messages. Please continue to practice social distancing and stay well!
Students may use Wi-Fi during closure
We were pleased to see a few students at school today, using Wi-Fi to work on their homework. Please note the social distancing. Great job, ladies!
State Superintendent Chris Reykdal on KIRO Radio
State Superintendent Chris Reykdal sits down to talk school closures with Dori Monson on KIRO Radio. Among the topics covered, Supt. Reykdal discusses possibility that school closure could last longer than April 24. Please click here to access.
WA DOH: Guidelines: What if I have been exposed to COVID-19?
Today the Washington State Department of Health provided a series of guides to give community members information regarding the COVID-19 outbreak. The second guide provides answers for people who believe that they have been exposed to COVID-19.
