This is a reminder that the Student-Led Pet Supply Drive benefiting ARRF Animal Rescue ends next week on May 28th! The school that collects the most donations will win Otter Pops for all students. We are proud of our students for supporting a great cause!
This is a friendly reminder that our 14th annual “Celebration of Student Learning” is this Wednesday, May 21st, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Come see all the great projects and activities on display from our incredible students! Also, don't miss the Community Health & Wellness Fair, Annual Swiftwater Plant Sale, Hot Dog Sale, and Live Student Music! More info can be found at: https://www.cersd.org/article/2178384
The High School Mental Health Club will be hosting a Hot Dog Sale during the "Celebration of Student Learning" on Wednesday, May 21st. All proceeds will go directly to HopeSource, a local organization supporting community well-being. A big thank you for the generous support from Safeway, Brandon Smith, and Dawn Bass. Come hungry and help our students make a difference!
Community Hub Open House - Save the Date! Join us at the upcoming open house on Wednesday, May 28th, from 4pm-7pm, to learn more about the exciting plans to transform our former district office into a state-of-the-art Boys & Girls Club and community space! Hot dogs will be provided. Visit the following link for more information: https://www.cersd.org/article/2176834
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible team behind student wellness in the Cle Elum-Roslyn School District!
From our school counselors to our mental health therapists, drug and alcohol counselor, and district SEL behavior specialist—each plays a critical role in supporting our students' emotional and mental well-being.
Thank you for all you do to create safe, supportive spaces where students can learn, grow, and thrive!
Next month Boys & Girls Clubs of the Columbia Basin are proud to offer a Summer Camp hosted at the Cle Elum-Roslyn School District. This program provides a safe, engaging environment where students can enjoy games, crafts, outdoor activities, and meaningful social connections. Registration is open—make plans now for a summer full of fun and learning! Register at www.BNGClub.org or call (509) 764-9694.
The Annual Swiftwater Plant Sale is coming! The students have been busy nurturing tomato and pepper plants from seeds as part of a horticulture project. The plants, including 8 tomato varieties and 8 types of peppers, will be available for purchase for $3.00 each. Sales begin May 19th. You can order online at: https://wa-cleelum-lite.intouchreceipting.com/sw-plantsale.
Join us for tonight’s School Board Meeting at 6:00 PM in the Walter Strom Middle School library. This is a great opportunity to stay informed and be part of important discussions about our schools. We look forward to seeing you there!
The annual Spring Concerts for HS and MS Band and Choir are this month! The Middle School will be performing on Tuesday, May 27th and the High School will be performing on Wednesday, May 28th. Both performances will be located in the Middle School Gym. Call time for students is at 6:00 PM, and performances start at 6:30PM. We look forward to seeing our students show off their hard work and talent!
Community Health & Wellness Fair at the Celebration of Student Learning. Wednesday, May 21, 2025 | 5:00–7:00 PM, located in the Cle Elum-Roslyn High School Gym. Join us for an evening of learning, connection, and wellness! Hosted by our amazing district nurses, the Community Health & Wellness Fair will feature valuable resources, health information, and the chance to win great prizes! Questions? Contact us at (509) 852-4880 or email, nursesd@cersd.org. Come support student learning and community wellness—all in one event!
Student-Led Pet Supply Drive Expands District-Wide!
One of our Cle Elum-Roslyn High School seniors is once again leading a Pet Supplies Drive—and this year, it’s expanding to all our schools! From now through May 28th, donation boxes will be at the elementary, middle, and high schools, all benefiting ARRF Animal Rescue. The school that collects the most donations will win Otter Pops for all students!
Let’s support a great cause and cheer on our schools. We love seeing students lead with heart and purpose!
Kindergarten Registration is Open for Next School Year! Enroll your student now for kindergarten to participate in our 'Countdown to Kindergarten' night in May! Come meet the teachers, our principals and nurses and take a tour of the school/classrooms, Wednesday, May 14th, from 3:30pm-5:30pm at Cle Elum-Roslyn Elementary School. Visit the Kindergarten Registration webpage: https://www.cersd.org/o/cere/page/kindergarten-registration
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! The Cle Elum-Roslyn School District extends our heartfelt thanks to all of our incredible educators. Your dedication, compassion, and daily efforts make a lasting impact on the lives of our students. We are deeply grateful for the knowledge, care, and enthusiasm you bring to your classrooms—thank you for all you do to help our students learn, grow, and thrive.
The Upper Kittitas County Fuels Crew has informed us that a prescribed burn will take place on Cle Elum Ridge starting around 1:00 p.m. today. Smoke will be visible throughout the upper county area, including from our schools. This controlled burn is part of the Cle Elum Ridge Fuels Mitigation Project, designed to reduce the risk of fire to our communities. We appreciate your understanding and want to reassure families that this is a planned and managed safety effort.
May 2nd is School Lunch Hero Day! Our incredible cafeteria staff may not wear capes, but they’re true heroes! Every day, they fuel our students with healthy meals, big smiles, and super-powered care. Join us in giving a hero-sized THANK YOU to the amazing team that keeps our schools running strong!
Happy National School Principals Day!
Today we celebrate our amazing principals who lead with heart, inspire learning, and help make our schools great places to grow. Thank you for your dedication, vision, and the countless ways you support our students, staff, and community!
UPDATE: Dear Families, unfortunately due to limited availability, we are canceling the CERSD Wellness Night with Kittitas County Recovery Community Organization (KCRCO) for April 30th, and will be rescheduling in the near future. We apologize for any inconvenience. Stay tuned for future events coming. For more information on our Wellness Night series, please contact Jessica Cranefield with the Cascade Prevention Coalition at jessica.cranefield@esd105.org.
Join us for tonight’s School Board Meeting at 6:00 PM in the Walter Strom Middle School library. This is a great opportunity to stay informed and be part of important discussions about our schools. We look forward to seeing you there!
There’s still spots available for TK Registration for the 2025/26 school year! Contact Donna Hawkins at 509.852.4831 to schedule a meeting for potential enrollment. Enrollment Requirements include: Must be 4 years old by August 31, 2025, must live within the Cle Elum-Roslyn School District, and must complete an interview appointment. Don't miss this opportunity to get your child started on a successful educational journey!
Come check out the mountain bike race happening on our new school campus trails! Cheer on our competing students as they hit the course. It’s going to be a great day of community, competition, and fun—see you there!
