Family Newsletter 3/4/25
Hello Maverick Nation,
Welcome to March! Thank you for your continued support this season. Here are some highlights for the next few weeks.
Upcoming Events
March 7 Living Voices performance about Civil Rights, all grades
March 3-7 Naviance Lessons, 7th grade
March 10-14 Naviance Lessons, 8th grade
March 10, 11 Advisory lessons on Sexual Harassment Prevention, all grades
March 21 McClure Auction
March 27 Band and Choir Concert
Budget and Staffing Allocations for 2025-26 School Year
McClure has received budget and staffing allocations for the 2025-26 school year. This year’s allocations are more positive than last year as we will retain all present staff positions and have slightly higher Discretionary money available to spend on lowering class sizes, supplies, etc. We will continue to make budget decisions that support our mission, vision and school improvement plan (C-SIP), and provide equitable access to a rigorous and relevant, aligned curriculum that prioritizes student readiness to excel in high school. McClure’s Building Leadership Team is presently working on a proposed budget.
Observance of Ramadan
Culinary services will provide a breakfast & lunch bundle for observant students to take home and enjoy when their fast is over daily for the month of March. These meals are not in addition to regular breakfast and lunch this is specifically for those who cannot eat during the regular mealtime due to Ramadan fasting. Please speak with McClure counselors or admin to sign up for this.
Bike Safety on campus
If your student rides an electric scooter, electric bike or bike to school please remind them that they should dismount the bikes or scooters and walk them while on campus (this includes sidewalks surrounding McClure and the courtyard.) Students should also leave campus promptly after dismissal.
Sexual Harassment Prevention lessons:
On March 10 and 11, advisory teachers will lead Seattle Public Schools Sexual Harassment Prevention lessons. These two advisory-length lessons address recognizing sexual harassment, the effects of experiencing sexual harassment, how to prevent sexual harassment, and what students should do if they witness or experience sexual harassment. If you have individual questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact your child’s school counselor.
Families and Caregivers are the primary influence in a child’s life and are their most important educators. To learn more about talking with your child about sexual harassment, to access resources, or to report a sexual assault, please visit https://www.seattleschools.org/departments/student-civil-rights/title-ix/ .
It’s About Respect Campaign:
McClure students will participate in the It’s About Respect campaign (Department of Health). This campaign includes posters and weekly morning announcements. Behaviors covered in the materials relate to personal boundaries, taking someone’s photo without permission, body shaming, touching others without their permission, and actively seeking consent before acting.
High School and Beyond
High School and Beyond Planning is happening at McClure. For more information, please visit: SPS High School and Beyond Planning or ask your child and/or connect with your child’s school counselor. This week, 7th grade students will participate in a scholarship lesson on the Naviance platform. All 8th grade students recently completed their course planner/high school planning lesson. Next week, 8th grade will participate in a financial literacy lesson.
PTSA NEWS:
McClure Dinner and Auction
The McClure “Sparkles & Spurs” dinner and auction takes place on Friday, March 21, at MOHAI. We’re looking forward to a fun evening, bringing the McClure community together and raising funds for essential educational programs, student engagement and enrichment activities, and much needed facility upgrades.
Link to Donate to the Auction: https://tinyurl.com/ywje6sk5. PTSA is asking for donations by February 25, 2025. Questions? Please reach out to auction@mccluremavericks.org.
Link to Attend the Auction: https://tinyurl.com/McClure-Auction-Tickets.
Have a great week and please reach out if you have any questions or concerns!
Ann Jennings / Interim Principal / McClure