Walter Strom Middle School Fall Fling Dance!
Join us for the Fall Fling Dance on Friday, November 21, from 5:00–8:00 PM in the Middle School Multi-Purpose Room!
- Cost: $5 or two cans of food
- Admission includes a cup of hot apple cider!
We’re looking for parent volunteers to help supervise our upcoming school dance and ensure it’s a fun and safe event for all students.
Sign up by November 12th at this link: Volunteer Form
We’re also looking for students to help decorate before the dance and clean up afterward! Please get a permission slip from the office and return it by November 12th.
Perks: Everyone who volunteers will get free entry to the dance and one apple cider as a thank-you!
We’re excited to invite our families and community to our Veterans Day Assembly on Monday, November 10, 2025, from 1:00–2:30 PM in the Middle School Gym!
This special event is our opportunity to honor and celebrate the incredible service and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. We hope you’ll join us for an afternoon of gratitude, reflection, and pride.
Students and staff — show your support by wearing red, white, and blue! Let’s fill the gym with color and appreciation for those who have served.
2025 Upper County Holiday Baskets
The season of giving is nearly here, and the Upper County Senior Center is once again spreading holiday cheer by offering Holiday Baskets to local families in need. If your family could use a little extra support this holiday season, please complete the application to request a Holiday Basket. For those interested in donating, a list of requested items is included below as well. Donations can be dropped off at either the Cle Elum-Roslyn District Office or the Upper Kittitas County Senior Center.
Application Link: Click Here
Donation Items Needed: Click Here
Thank you for supporting our community tradition of kindness and generosity!
PAC Poinsettias & Wreath Fundraiser
Bring home some festive cheer and support the CERES & WSMS PAC! This holiday fundraiser offers gorgeous Poinsettias, Wreaths, and Centerpieces from Van Wingerden Greenhouses. Every purchase benefits our students and school programs!
Featured Items & Pricing:
- Poinsettias: 4" ($10), 6" ($15 - multiple colors), 10" Red ($30).
- Wreaths: 16" Decorated Mixed ($30), 24" with Bow ($50).
- Centerpiece: Red ($25).
Important Dates:
- Order Deadline: November 11th
- Plant Pick Up: November 19th
Order online today! Visit: https://vwfundraiser.com/org/cerepac
Thank you for helping us make this holiday season bright!
2025 Upper County Giving Tree
The Upper County Giving Tree is helping bring holiday joy to local children and senior citizens (ages 70+) this Christmas season!
If your family could use a little extra help, or if you know someone who might, applications are now open through November 7th. Simply apply through the link below. The Giving Tree ensures that all recipients remain anonymous.
Apply here 👉 https://forms.gle/YtyqmkdKAUhke6Jn8
Let’s come together to make the holidays brighter for everyone in our Upper County community!
Time Update: The clinic will be from 3:30-5:30pm, and not 4-7pm as previously posted
CERSD Flu Shot Clinic Reminder!
The district is hosting a Flu Shot Clinic for students, staff, parents, and community members.
Date: October 30, 2025
Time: 3:30-5:30 PM (UPDATED)
Location: Cle Elum Roslyn Elementary School
Flu shots are free with an insurance card and provided by Whole Health Pharmacy.
For more information, please contact nursesd@cersd.org.
Let’s keep our school community healthy this fall!
We’re taking a moment to recognize and thank our incredible school leaders for their dedication, vision, and care. Our principals work tirelessly to support students, staff, and families — fostering positive school cultures and inspiring success every day. Even as the month winds down, our appreciation for their leadership continues all year long!
The Elementary School will be released at 12:25pm, and the Middle and High Schools will be released at 12:30pm. Buses will be running on an early release time as well. If you have any questions, please call the school's main office.
Transportation Reminder: SmartTag Use Required
Dear Families,
The Cle Elum-Roslyn School District Transportation Department would like to remind families of the importance of students using their SmartTag cards each time they ride the bus. SmartTags help us maintain accurate ridership records, support student safety, and improve communication with families.
We’ve noticed a few students with new cards who may not be scanning regularly. Please remind your student to scan their SmartTag when boarding and exiting the bus.
There is a $5 replacement fee after the third lost card and any additional SmartTag cards that need to be printed. Continued lack of SmartTag use may result in a temporary pause of bus privileges until the student is in compliance.
If you have questions or need a replacement card, please contact the Transportation Department at 509-852-4832.
— CERSD Transportation Department
Students are invited to participate in this year’s Veteran’s Day essay contest!
Patriot’s Pen Essay
- Theme: “How are you showing patriotism and support for our country?”
- Turn in essays to Mrs. Browitt.
Deadline for the contest is: October 31st
Full guidelines and application is available in the following link: Patriot's Pen Essay Application
CERSD Flu Shot Clinic
Stay healthy this season! The district is hosting a Flu Shot Clinic for students, staff, parents, and community members.
Date: October 30, 2025
Time: 4–7 PM
Location: Cle Elum Roslyn Elementary School
Flu shots are free with an insurance card and provided by Whole Health Pharmacy.
For more information, please contact nursesd@cersd.org.
Let’s keep our school community healthy this fall!
Alice in Wonderland Auditions – Open to All Students!
The Missoula Children’s Theatre is coming to Cle Elum-Roslyn with a production of "Alice in Wonderland"! Auditions will be held October 13th in the Elementary Multipurpose Room for students in Kindergarten through High School. No advance preparation is needed—just come ready to participate and have fun!
About 50–60 students will be cast, including up to 4 Assistant Directors.
Rehearsals run daily from 3:15–7:30 p.m., October 13–16.
The performance will take place on October 17th at 5:30 p.m. in the Elementary Multipurpose/Lunch Room.
Parents, please return the permission slip prior to auditions. For more information, contact the Elementary Office: (509) 852-4935
Important Notice: Healthy Youth Survey (HYS) for HS & MS Students
Dear Parents and Guardians,
This fall, our schools will be participating in the Healthy Youth Survey (HYS). Youth in Washington State have been taking the HYS since 2002, and participation has grown from just a few thousand to over 215,000 students each year.
The survey asks about important topics that affect our youth, including:
How youth are doing in school and in their daily lives
Social relationships and connections
Mental health and well-being
Substance use
Risks for injury and safety concerns
The results from the HYS help communities, schools, districts, and public health agencies better understand the needs of young people. The data informs policies and programs designed to support student health, safety, and success. It is also an important way for youth to share their voices and guide the future of our state.
Survey Dates:
High School: October 16, 2025
Middle School: October 20, 2025
Participation Information:
The survey is voluntary. Students may skip any question they are not comfortable answering.
Families may choose to opt their student out of participating.
Students who are opted out will remain in class and participate in an alternative reflection activity focused on current student health and safety topics.
Your youth’s participation is greatly valued and helps ensure we have accurate, meaningful information to support our students and community. Please take a moment to talk with your youth about the survey and decide together if they will participate.
For more information, please review the attached Healthy Youth Survey Fact Sheet, which provides additional details. If you would like to preview the survey questions, copies are available online at www.AskHYS.net or through the district.
Thank you for supporting your students and for helping us strengthen youth health and well-being.
Cle Elum Roslyn School District
Cheer Opportunity for Middle School Girls
A cheerleading session is being offered for middle school girls who are interested in learning new skills and gaining performance experience. Participants will have the opportunity to practice cheer routines and perform at both a middle school basketball halftime and a high school halftime. This is a great way for students to build confidence, develop their abilities, and get a feel for what it might be like to take part in the Warrior Cheer program in the future! This Fall Session begins October 3rd, on Fridays and select Tuesdays. The Session is $190, registration $30, and uniforms $45. Location of practices will be at the Roslyn Gym (208 W. Idaho Ave). To register or ask questions, contact Misty Favero at (509) 304-4851.
Please note that this is not a school district-sponsored program, but is an optional opportunity designed for middle school students who would like to explore cheerleading and gain experience.
Sports Physical Forms Available for Pick-Up
Hard copies of sports physicals completed during the Cle Elum-Roslyn School District Sports Physical Clinic on August 19th are now available for pick-up in the high school office.
Please stop by during office hours to collect your student’s forms. Thank you!
District Announcement: Testing of Security & Lockdown Alarms
Tomorrow morning (Tuesday, Sept. 9th) at 7:00 AM, our district will be conducting a test of the security and lockdown alarm systems at all schools.
Please note:
- This is only a test of our emergency systems.
- There is no cause for concern and no action is required from staff, students, or families.
These routine tests help us ensure that our safety systems are working properly and that we are prepared in the event of an actual emergency.
Thank you for your understanding and support as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
- Cle Elum-Roslyn School District
UPDATE! Normal Bus Routes Sept. 4
The South Cle Elum railroad crossing will now close Thursday, Sept. 4 at 7:00 PM, and reopen Friday, Sept. 5 at 6:00 AM.
All bus routes will run on normal schedules tomorrow—no alternate routes will be needed.
We appreciate your patience with these changes. Thank you for staying connected!
- Transportation Department
Temporary Bus Route Changes for Thursday, September 4th
Due to the temporary closure of the South Cle Elum railroad crossing for 24 hours on Thursday, September 4, the CERSD Transportation Department will be adjusting bus routes as follows:
Morning Routes:
Bus B will pick up Bus B and Bus S students at their regular morning times. They will arrive at school around 8:10 AM.
The Pine & Stuart View Drive stop will be picked up at 7:42 AM by Bus S.
Bus H will pick up students from Peoh Point and Madison at their regularly scheduled time, arriving at school by 8:15 AM.
Bus A will operate on its normal schedule, picking up students at Miller Ave, 2nd Street, and Pine Terrace.
Afternoon Routes:
Bus B will also transport Bus S (South Cle Elum) students in the afternoon.
It will make its regular stop at Stuart View Drive at the usual time.
It will then proceed to Golf Course Road and be approximately 10 minutes early for stops at Golf Course Road and Westside Road.
South Cle Elum students will be dropped off about 15 minutes later than usual.
Bus H will:
Drop off students at Pine Terrace, Miller Ave, and 2nd Street at normal times.
Continue to Westside Road, 5th & Madison, and Peoh Point, where drop-offs will be approximately 15 minutes late.
We appreciate your understanding and patience as we navigate this temporary change. Please plan accordingly.
- Transportation Department
Come join our CERSD Marching Band out in front of the schools for some Pep Music to kick off the year, say hello to staff, and visit our many Community Partners such as UKC Basketball, Flag Football, Dist. 7 Fire, and The Shop! The Free Back-to-School Vaccine Clinic will also be located at Walter Strom Middle School.
We look forward to seeing our families there!
