We wore ORANGE today!
This day honors and remembers the Indigenous children who were forced into boarding schools that sought to erase their cultures and identities.
While this observance originated in Canada, it has spread to the United States to raise awareness of the lasting impacts of these institutions and to support reconciliation efforts for Native American and Alaska Native communities.
Wearing orange is a symbolic act of solidarity with survivors and a commitment to learning about and advocating for the rights of Indigenous peoples.
This day honors and remembers the Indigenous children who were forced into boarding schools that sought to erase their cultures and identities.
While this observance originated in Canada, it has spread to the United States to raise awareness of the lasting impacts of these institutions and to support reconciliation efforts for Native American and Alaska Native communities.
Wearing orange is a symbolic act of solidarity with survivors and a commitment to learning about and advocating for the rights of Indigenous peoples.
🐾 On Tuesday, September 30, Griffin will recognize Wear Orange Day, also known as Orange Shirt Day. This day honors and remembers the Indigenous children who were forced into boarding schools that sought to erase their cultures and identities.
While this observance originated in Canada, it has spread to the United States to raise awareness of the lasting impacts of these institutions and to support reconciliation efforts for Native American and Alaska Native communities.
Wearing orange is a symbolic act of solidarity with survivors and a commitment to learning about and advocating for the rights of Indigenous peoples.
If you would like to join us in recognizing this important day at Griffin School, wear orange tomorrow! 🧡❤️🖤🧡
While this observance originated in Canada, it has spread to the United States to raise awareness of the lasting impacts of these institutions and to support reconciliation efforts for Native American and Alaska Native communities.
Wearing orange is a symbolic act of solidarity with survivors and a commitment to learning about and advocating for the rights of Indigenous peoples.
If you would like to join us in recognizing this important day at Griffin School, wear orange tomorrow! 🧡❤️🖤🧡
This past Wednesday, our School Board recognized the efforts of several students and staff members.
A big shout out to Landon Hufana and Tucker DeLong for their work as Recess Mentors. Daily, they spend part of their day out on the playground helping engage our elementary students in healthy play. They serve as amazing role models!
A huge congratulations to Dr. Ashley McCabe-Herron, teacher of 7th and 8th grade English at Griffin, who recently earned her doctorate degree. What an accomplishment!
The Board also recognized Fiscal Director Kim Ferra for her hard work and commitment over the years in managing Griffin's finances. School finance is complex and the Board is grateful for her service to our community.
A big shout out to Landon Hufana and Tucker DeLong for their work as Recess Mentors. Daily, they spend part of their day out on the playground helping engage our elementary students in healthy play. They serve as amazing role models!
A huge congratulations to Dr. Ashley McCabe-Herron, teacher of 7th and 8th grade English at Griffin, who recently earned her doctorate degree. What an accomplishment!
The Board also recognized Fiscal Director Kim Ferra for her hard work and commitment over the years in managing Griffin's finances. School finance is complex and the Board is grateful for her service to our community.
RUE'S WRAP: Did you know? Griffin has expanded access to ASB Leadership this year! Our ASB is now a club open to all interested middle school students. From this larger group, officers will be elected by their club peers--meaning more students than ever get to step into leadership and be a part of the ASB action.
Through ASB, student gain real-world skills in leadership, organization, and collaboration. They plan school events, make decisions about how to use ASB resources, and learn to listen to and advocate for diverse student voices.
A big thank you to Mrs. Anneka Brown, our librarian and ASB advisor, for guiding this work. I had the chance to stop by their meeting today as they prepped for elections next week--and even convinced them to pause for a quick photo.
I can't wait to see what our ASB leaders dream up for Griffin this year. Go Grizzlies!!!
Through ASB, student gain real-world skills in leadership, organization, and collaboration. They plan school events, make decisions about how to use ASB resources, and learn to listen to and advocate for diverse student voices.
A big thank you to Mrs. Anneka Brown, our librarian and ASB advisor, for guiding this work. I had the chance to stop by their meeting today as they prepped for elections next week--and even convinced them to pause for a quick photo.
I can't wait to see what our ASB leaders dream up for Griffin this year. Go Grizzlies!!!
Last call to get your Grizzly swag order in with Steamboat Customs! September 27th is the final day to order.
Order form: https://render.jotform.com/252230147870149
Items will be delivered to Griffin on Oct. 13h.
Orders that were placed prior to Sept. 20th will be delivered to Griffin on Sept. 29th.
Order form: https://render.jotform.com/252230147870149
Items will be delivered to Griffin on Oct. 13h.
Orders that were placed prior to Sept. 20th will be delivered to Griffin on Sept. 29th.
Opening day for Fall sports at Griffin! 8th grade girls volleyball at home, 7th grade girls volleyball and boys soccer away, and our Cross Country Team's first meet! Great job Griffin Athletes!
📸cred Mrs. Palmer & Mr. Pipkin
📣 We’ve got school supplies and coats for Griffin students, thanks to many generous donations!
If your child needs something—now or anytime this year—stop by the front office.🐾
If your child needs something—now or anytime this year—stop by the front office.🐾
Need some Griffin swag?
Steamboat Customs has put together a Griffin Grizzly store! Check out some great items to show your Griffin pride!
Order Form: Steamboat Customs Griffin Swag
All orders will close on Sept. 27th. *items will be delivered to Griffin Oct. 13th.
GO GRIZZLIES!
📣 Shout out to our Food Service program! Way to go Tawnya and team!
RUE'S WRAP: Ist graders Ava, Charlie, and Kennedy are sporting their 1st day of school hats that they created today in Ms. Shattuck's class!
What a fantastic first week at Griffin!
On Tuesday night, middle school families joined us for Open House, where parents followed their student's schedule and got a preview of the elearning ahead this semester. On Wednesday, we welcomed our middle schoolers back to campus, while our elementary families spent two days in 1:1 family meetings with teachers.
Teachers shared that these family meetings eased first-day jitters and set a positive tone for the year.
Thank you to all parents and guardians who made time to attend--your partnership is key to helping our students learn and thrive!
What a fantastic first week at Griffin!
On Tuesday night, middle school families joined us for Open House, where parents followed their student's schedule and got a preview of the elearning ahead this semester. On Wednesday, we welcomed our middle schoolers back to campus, while our elementary families spent two days in 1:1 family meetings with teachers.
Teachers shared that these family meetings eased first-day jitters and set a positive tone for the year.
Thank you to all parents and guardians who made time to attend--your partnership is key to helping our students learn and thrive!
🐾The whole crew is back! After two great days of family connection meetings, our Elementary students joined our Middle Schoolers on campus today. We’re excited for an amazing year ahead! 🐾
Here's a friendly reminder as our kiddos are back in school!
We're happy to have kids back in the building! Middle Schoolers started today, and Elementary kids are having family connection meetings with teachers the next two days, and will officially start on Friday!
GO GRIZZLIES!
GO GRIZZLIES!
Kicking off the school year with new Griffin family orientation, and Middle School open house!
Let's go Grizzlies!
Welcome back Grizzlies! Important information for this week:
Tuesday 9/2:
3-4 pm New Family Orientation (Gym)
4 pm Middle School Family Orientation (Gym), followed by setting up your locker and walking your schedule with your student
Wednesday 9/3:
Middle School First Day
K-5 Family Connection Meetings - please sign up: https://www.q.wa-k12.net/griffnSTS/Session/Signin?area=Home&controller=Home&action=Index
Thursday 9/4:
K-5 Family Connection Meetings
Middle School Fall Sports begin
Friday 9/5:
K-5 First Day of School
Tuesday 9/2:
3-4 pm New Family Orientation (Gym)
4 pm Middle School Family Orientation (Gym), followed by setting up your locker and walking your schedule with your student
Wednesday 9/3:
Middle School First Day
K-5 Family Connection Meetings - please sign up: https://www.q.wa-k12.net/griffnSTS/Session/Signin?area=Home&controller=Home&action=Index
Thursday 9/4:
K-5 Family Connection Meetings
Middle School Fall Sports begin
Friday 9/5:
K-5 First Day of School
Griffin Kindergarten - 5th grade families: please be sure to sign up for your family Connection Meeting that will take place on Wednesday or Thursday:
https://www.q.wa-k12.net/griffnSTS/Session/Signin?area=Home&controller=Home&action=Index
Also, if you would like your child to have breakfast or lunch at your meeting, please sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3ElJPkh5l7lCCARlI6jysxmtY76q_FvEABwmA_o5WeDeAvw/viewform
https://www.q.wa-k12.net/griffnSTS/Session/Signin?area=Home&controller=Home&action=Index
Also, if you would like your child to have breakfast or lunch at your meeting, please sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3ElJPkh5l7lCCARlI6jysxmtY76q_FvEABwmA_o5WeDeAvw/viewform
We're looking forward to meeting our new Griffin families on Tuesday!
We are ready for Day 2 of Professional Development!
Thank you to the Griffin School Foundation for providing breakfast for our staff!
#GOGRIZZLIES
#GRIFFINSCHOOOL2025
#ONETEAMALLKIDS
We had a great first day back! Had a full day of Professional Development.
#GOGRIZZLIES
Welcome back Griffin staff!
