11/6/26 4:50 PM: UPDATE: Enumclaw Middle School: Full Power Restored
Dear Enumclaw Middle School Families and Staff,
Puget Sound Energy (PSE) has resolved the power supply issue at Enumclaw Middle School, and full power has been restored to the building.
We appreciate the quick response and efforts of PSE and our ESD Facilities Team to resolve the issue.
Thank you to our EMS students, families and staff for your flexibility, patience, and understanding.
Dear Enumclaw Middle School Families and Staff,
Puget Sound Energy (PSE) has resolved the power supply issue at Enumclaw Middle School, and full power has been restored to the building.
We appreciate the quick response and efforts of PSE and our ESD Facilities Team to resolve the issue.
Thank you to our EMS students, families and staff for your flexibility, patience, and understanding.
UPDATE: Enumclaw Middle School: All EMS After-School Activities Canceled Today
Dear Enumclaw Middle School Families and Staff,
Power has not been fully restored at Enumclaw Middle School. Puget Sound Energy (PSE) has identified an issue with the power lines supplying the school and will need to shut off all power to the building at 1:30 p.m. today to diagnose and resolve the problem.
All after-school practices and activities are canceled today, Nov. 6.
We will share updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your understanding.
Dear Enumclaw Middle School Families and Staff,
Power has not been fully restored at Enumclaw Middle School. Puget Sound Energy (PSE) has identified an issue with the power lines supplying the school and will need to shut off all power to the building at 1:30 p.m. today to diagnose and resolve the problem.
All after-school practices and activities are canceled today, Nov. 6.
We will share updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your understanding.
Enumclaw Middle School: Partial Power Outage: Operating on Normal Schedule.
At this time, Enumclaw Middle School is experiencing a partial power outage. The majority of the building has power. The current estimated time of restoration is 9:30 AM. Enumclaw Middle School will operate on a normal schedule. However, there may be slight disruptions to the normal flow of the school day, including hot lunches, until power is restored. All other schools have full power and are operating on the normal schedule.
We will continue to monitor the situation and provide families with any updates. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to ensure the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families. Thank you to our facilities team and PSE for working to restore our power!
At this time, Enumclaw Middle School is experiencing a partial power outage. The majority of the building has power. The current estimated time of restoration is 9:30 AM. Enumclaw Middle School will operate on a normal schedule. However, there may be slight disruptions to the normal flow of the school day, including hot lunches, until power is restored. All other schools have full power and are operating on the normal schedule.
We will continue to monitor the situation and provide families with any updates. We appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to ensure the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families. Thank you to our facilities team and PSE for working to restore our power!
Students and staff are safe. The modified lockdown has been lifted at Sunrise Elementary, Southwood Elementary and Enumclaw Middle School. Local law enforcement has communicated that there is no threat to the schools. Thank you to our local law enforcement for their prompt response.
Sunrise Elementary, Southwood Elementary and Enumclaw Middle School are currently on modified lockdown due a report from local law enforcement of a threat near campus. Law enforcement has responded. We will provide updates when possible.
As our nation marks its 250th anniversary, the Enumclaw School District wishes our students, families, staff, and community a safe and happy Independence Day.
We encourage everyone to celebrate responsibly and enjoy the holiday festivities.
Please note: All district offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026, and will reopen on Monday, July 6, 2026.
In honor of America 250, we also invite you to read the winning essays from our student essay contest. Students reflected on the 250th anniversary of the United States and shared their perspectives on America, community, and the values they hope future generations will carry forward.
Read the winning essays here: https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/article/3016829
We encourage everyone to celebrate responsibly and enjoy the holiday festivities.
Please note: All district offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026, and will reopen on Monday, July 6, 2026.
In honor of America 250, we also invite you to read the winning essays from our student essay contest. Students reflected on the 250th anniversary of the United States and shared their perspectives on America, community, and the values they hope future generations will carry forward.
Read the winning essays here: https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/article/3016829

Enumclaw School Board Selects Dr. Mark Wenzel as Next Superintendent
Learn more: https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/article/2903884
Learn more: https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/article/2903884

Join us this evening for the first of two community forums with our superintendent finalists!
Each finalist will spend a full day meeting with principals, student leaders, staff, union representatives, and district leaders, as well as touring schools and district facilities. The community is invited and encouraged to attend the finalist public forums:
Dr. Wade Barringer
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Enumclaw High School Media Center
226 Semanski Street South, Enumclaw, WA 98022
Virtual Webinar Link (May 12): https://enumclaw-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/84678903669?pwd=TKoIbYOaZYj1ONYjMlRbHG3oBzdbry.1&_gl=1*uptedp*_gcl_au*MzgzODYwMTcxLjE3NzM4ODEyMzY.*_ga*Njg0MDQ3MjM4LjE3NTE1MDY4Mzk.*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3NzgwMTUyNDYkbzYkZzEkdDE3NzgwMTc5MTEkajQ1JGwwJGgw
Dr. Mark Wenzel
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Enumclaw High School Media Center
226 Semanski Street South, Enumclaw, WA 98022
Virtual Webinar Link (May 13): https://enumclaw-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/87575168432?pwd=SvFwo1wTuYQ3V3xKp1vEXHQrZ6kAJI.1&DeviceId=0e83ddb5-5e52-47cb-b2a9-2d552e799212&SessionId=1778015235456&DeviceId=0e83ddb5-5e52-47cb-b2a9-2d552e799212&SessionId=1778015235456&_gl=1*1paayw4*_gcl_au*MzgzODYwMTcxLjE3NzM4ODEyMzY.*_ga*Njg0MDQ3MjM4LjE3NTE1MDY4Mzk.*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3NzgwMTUyNDYkbzYkZzEkdDE3NzgwMTgwMjIkajU2JGwwJGgw
Each finalist will spend a full day meeting with principals, student leaders, staff, union representatives, and district leaders, as well as touring schools and district facilities. The community is invited and encouraged to attend the finalist public forums:
Dr. Wade Barringer
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Enumclaw High School Media Center
226 Semanski Street South, Enumclaw, WA 98022
Virtual Webinar Link (May 12): https://enumclaw-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/84678903669?pwd=TKoIbYOaZYj1ONYjMlRbHG3oBzdbry.1&_gl=1*uptedp*_gcl_au*MzgzODYwMTcxLjE3NzM4ODEyMzY.*_ga*Njg0MDQ3MjM4LjE3NTE1MDY4Mzk.*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3NzgwMTUyNDYkbzYkZzEkdDE3NzgwMTc5MTEkajQ1JGwwJGgw
Dr. Mark Wenzel
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Enumclaw High School Media Center
226 Semanski Street South, Enumclaw, WA 98022
Virtual Webinar Link (May 13): https://enumclaw-wednet-edu.zoom.us/j/87575168432?pwd=SvFwo1wTuYQ3V3xKp1vEXHQrZ6kAJI.1&DeviceId=0e83ddb5-5e52-47cb-b2a9-2d552e799212&SessionId=1778015235456&DeviceId=0e83ddb5-5e52-47cb-b2a9-2d552e799212&SessionId=1778015235456&_gl=1*1paayw4*_gcl_au*MzgzODYwMTcxLjE3NzM4ODEyMzY.*_ga*Njg0MDQ3MjM4LjE3NTE1MDY4Mzk.*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3NzgwMTUyNDYkbzYkZzEkdDE3NzgwMTgwMjIkajU2JGwwJGgw

Enumclaw School Board Announces Superintendent Finalists
The Enumclaw School District Board of Directors is pleased to announce two finalists for the district’s next superintendent: Dr. Wade Barringer and Dr. Mark Wenzel. Learn more on our website: https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/article/2861351
The Enumclaw School District Board of Directors is pleased to announce two finalists for the district’s next superintendent: Dr. Wade Barringer and Dr. Mark Wenzel. Learn more on our website: https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/article/2861351

OPEN NOW: Transitional Kindergarten applications for the 2026 - 2027 school year are open through May 22, 2026. https://forms.gle/qgkrN13kGeygof3i9
Please join our Teaching and Learning team on May 6, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the Enumclaw Middle School Library for a preview of the middle school curriculum that has been piloted and recommended by staff for school board approval and implementation next school year.
Parents and guardians will have the opportunity to preview the materials and learn about the major topics of instruction for the new Middle School English Language Arts curriculum: https://knowledgematters.org/curriculum/amplify-ela-6-8/
Parents and guardians will have the opportunity to preview the materials and learn about the major topics of instruction for the new Middle School English Language Arts curriculum: https://knowledgematters.org/curriculum/amplify-ela-6-8/

All Buses on Emergency Routes: We have been actively monitoring road conditions across our district. Due to current and anticipated weather conditions, all afternoon buses are running on emergency snow routes. For emergency bus route information, please visit our website: https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/o/esd/page/inclement-weather
Reminder: Due to missed days of school earlier in the year, school will be in session on the calendared School Makeup Day, March 20, 2026. The regular Friday release schedule is in effect for this day at all ESD schools.

At the beginning of each school year, families receive a questionnaire to determine eligibility for McKinney-Vento services, as well as for Free/Reduced Meals during the school day. OSPI recommends a mid-year check-in as an opportunity for anyone with a change to their housing circumstances to submit information.
The McKinney-Vento information can be found at https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/page/mckinney-vento-homeless-students IF YOU HAVE STABLE HOUSING, YOU DO NOT NEED TO COMPLETE THIS FORM.
Free/Reduced Meal applications can be found at https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/o/esd/page/free-and-reduced We encourage all families to fill out this form, even if you think you may not qualify.
For questions, please contact your school counselor or ESD Student Support Services at 360-802-7125.
The McKinney-Vento information can be found at https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/page/mckinney-vento-homeless-students IF YOU HAVE STABLE HOUSING, YOU DO NOT NEED TO COMPLETE THIS FORM.
Free/Reduced Meal applications can be found at https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/o/esd/page/free-and-reduced We encourage all families to fill out this form, even if you think you may not qualify.
For questions, please contact your school counselor or ESD Student Support Services at 360-802-7125.


All District Choral Festival Rescheduled to Tuesday, March 3rd: https://enumclawwa.sites.thrillshare.com/article/2722617
Dear ESD Families,
The Enumclaw School District All District Choral Festival must be moved from its original date, Tuesday, February 24th, to the following Tuesday, March 3rd. We are having to make this date change due to our boys varsity basketball team needing to host a finals game. They have worked hard to earn this high seeding within their rankings, and we have tried to work with the WIAA and all building Administrations to find a different solution. However, the only option is to utilize the gym for the basketball game on the 24th, which moves our concert event to the following Tuesday, March 3rd.
All of your students' music teachers are informed and they will be letting your students know when they see them. Please feel free to inform them early as well.
All times of arrival and start time are all going to be the same.
We know this is an inconvenience, but it is also a celebration of how wonderful the sports and music activities are here at Enumclaw.
We look forward to seeing you on March 3rd, and we thank you for your continued support and patience.
Thank you all,
The Music Team of Enumclaw School District
Dear ESD Families,
The Enumclaw School District All District Choral Festival must be moved from its original date, Tuesday, February 24th, to the following Tuesday, March 3rd. We are having to make this date change due to our boys varsity basketball team needing to host a finals game. They have worked hard to earn this high seeding within their rankings, and we have tried to work with the WIAA and all building Administrations to find a different solution. However, the only option is to utilize the gym for the basketball game on the 24th, which moves our concert event to the following Tuesday, March 3rd.
All of your students' music teachers are informed and they will be letting your students know when they see them. Please feel free to inform them early as well.
All times of arrival and start time are all going to be the same.
We know this is an inconvenience, but it is also a celebration of how wonderful the sports and music activities are here at Enumclaw.
We look forward to seeing you on March 3rd, and we thank you for your continued support and patience.
Thank you all,
The Music Team of Enumclaw School District
Happy President’s Day! On the third Monday of each February, we have the opportunity to honor the work of U.S. Presidents throughout history. Learn more about President’s Day at the US National Archives and The Library of Congress.

Information related to the high school student-led walkout can be found at the following link: https://www.enumclaw.wednet.edu/article/2709829

It is with gratitude and appreciation to voters across the Enumclaw School District that we share our replacement levies are currently passing, with 54.1% approval as of election night. Levies require a simple majority (50% plus one vote) to pass. Ballots will continue to be counted, and results will be certified on February 20. Preliminary results are available through King County Elections: https://election-results-pdf.kingcounty.gov/

Today is the February 2026 Special Election Day. Ballots are due in King County drop boxes by 8:00 pm. Find your local ballot drop box at https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/elections/how-to-vote/ballots/return-my-ballot/ballot-drop-boxes

REMINDER: Mid-Winter Break is February 16-20, 2026. All education buildings will be closed during that time. The District Office will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026, in honor of Presidents' Day.
