Principal’s Community Update 5/15/23
Message from Principal, Alana Haider:
Dear Muir Community,
After wrestling with a life-changing decision, I have determined to step away from my role as John Muir’s principal. This was a very difficult decision to make, but I realized that I do not want to compromise my ability to perform at 100% here while I focus on other aspects of my life.
I am grateful to have been given the opportunity to work with and get to know staff, students, and families in this unique, amazing community the past three years. A priceless life experience!
The district will soon share information with you regarding the steps that will be taken to find and hire a new principal. Stay tuned for how you can contribute your wants/needs in filling this position. Thank you for your support, and I wish you nothing but the best in years to come!
Muir Aftercare (ARC) sign-ups are Tues, 5/16/23 at noon!
- Sign up for FlexReg Program Detail Seattle Parks and Recreation
- Set up a Seattle Parks and Rec profile before May 16.
- Financial assistance Info: Scholarships & Financial Aid – Parks
- ARC Hours: m-f at 2:30-6 pm. Info on After School Programs
Important Dates
- May 15-19 Bike/Walk to School Week
- May 15-18 SBA Testing 3rd Gr (Send in healthy snacks if you wish!)
- May 24-26 MAP Testing Kindergarten (Send in healthy snacks if you wish!)
- Thu, May 25 2nd Gr Field Trip ~Seattle Art Museum
- May 30-June 1 MAP Testing 1st-3rd Gr (Send in healthy snacks if you wish!)
- May 31 PTA Café 7:55-9:00 ~ Cafeteria
- Fri, June 2 Explorations Day
- June 5-9 MAP Testing 3rd-5th Gr (Send in healthy snacks if you wish!)
- Tues, June 6 3rd Gr Field Trip ~ Lincoln Park
- Fri, June 9 3rd Gr Field Trip to Seattle Asian Art Museum
- Wed, June 14 Multicultural Night 5:00-7:00 (hosted by PTA)
- Fri, June 23 Kindergarten Celebration 1:30
- Tues, June 27 5th Gr Graduation 1:30
- Thur, June 29 5th Gr to Family Fun Center
- Fri, June 30 Last Day of school
The Muir Gear Store closes tonight, Monday, May 15 so place your order today and show your Muir pride with t-shirts, sweatshirts, yard signs, and totes!
We’re halfway through Muir Bike and Walk to School month! So many ways you can celebrate!
- Complete the bike/walk bingo card sent home in backpacks for a chance to win prizes.
- Follow Muir’s Drop Off and Pickup Policy
- Take this brief, anonymous Muir Transportation survey!
- Email johnmuirsaferoutes@gmail.com to share Walk/Bike success stories that we can share in an upcoming PTA newsletter!
- Join the Walking School Bus (starts@ 38th Ave S/Andover, stopping at Rainier Court)
Questions? Contact the front office: 206-252-7400. Erika and Helina are always happy to help! You may also email Alana Haider (principal) amhaider@seattleschools.org or Quinta Thomas (ass’t principal) qothomas@seattleschools.org