We’re kicking off the countdown to the new school year with one of our favorite traditions - the Back-2-School Fair, happening tomorrow! Come join the fun, get important info, and connect with your school community. From school supplies to student services, it’s your one-stop shop to get ready for the year ahead!

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Mukilteo School District invites families to attend the 5th Annual Back-2-School Fair, happening Friday, August 22 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at Mariner High School. This free event brings together more than 50 community partners to help students start the school year strong. No ID or insurance information is required to participate.

"When we come together as a community to offer free resources before school starts, we’re telling every student: you matter, you belong, and we believe in your potential. It’s more than preparation, it’s a promise that students will be starting the school year at Mukilteo School District wrapped in support,” said Mary Williams, event organizer and Director of Equity and Family and Community Partnerships.

Students will have access to free heart screenings, free haircut vouchers, free immunizations, discounts, and more at the event.

Williams says that one of the most popular stops at the Fair every year is the free backpacks and school supplies area.

“This year, thanks to a generous donation from Foundry10, we expect to have enough backpacks for every District student who attends,” she adds. “Families won’t need to rush to get there early — there should be plenty to go around.”

School buses will be on hand to provide free, convenient transportation to and from the event. View shuttle routes and schedules here.

This Back-to-School Fair map will help you find resources at the fair.

This fall, students at Mukilteo Elementary will return to school with a brand-new classroom building featuring ten modern classrooms, restrooms, and a new accessible playground. For the first time on campus, classrooms include full-size windows, bringing natural light into learning spaces that were previously dark. 

Funded by voter-approved bonds in 2020, the project was completed on time and on budget despite rising construction costs. This project is phase 1 of a phased approach to facility improvements, allowing the district to manage debt responsibly and respond to community feedback before moving forward with future phases. 

Grand opening celebration and tours, September 4 at 5 p.m.  

When doors open at Explorer Middle School this fall, students will return to a new physical education center. Phase 1 of a total replacement of the decades-old school campus is now complete, bringing major upgrades to both student and community spaces. Funded by voter-approved bonds in 2020, the project was delivered on time and within budget, despite rising construction costs. 

The centerpiece of this phase is a brand-new, stand-alone building that includes a full-size gymnasium, auxiliary gym, fitness room, and support spaces designed to enhance physical education and wellness. The football field and track have also been completely replaced, now featuring synthetic turf and a rubberized track for safer, more durable use. Additional site improvements include new walkways, landscaping, and updated utilities, all contributing to a more welcoming and functional campus. 

These spaces aren’t just for students during the school day—they’re also available for scheduled community use, expanding access and strengthening connections between families and the school. The upgraded facilities reflect our commitment to equity, inclusion, and long-term sustainability. 

By phasing these large school projects over multiple phases, the district is able to manage its debt load more responsibly. This approach also allows the district to manage large-scale projects while continuing to operate the school, and it provides greater capacity to complete more work at schools across the district, bringing more incremental benefit to our entire community.

Grand opening celebration and tours, October 7 at 5 p.m. 

Sign ups for fall middle and high school sports are now open. Check your school website for more information. Students must be cleared through their athletic department prior to the start of the season in order to be eligible to participate. 

Students can register through the online program – Final Forms

August 25: Elementary school class lists will be visible late morning.

August 29: Middle and high school will be visible after 4 pm.

Class lists will be visible through Family Access.

August 25: Bus routes will be visible in Family Access.

September 2: First day for grades 6 and 9 only

September 3: First day for grades 7, 8 and 10-12 (all middle and high school students attend) 

September 4: First day for grades 1-5 (preschool and kindergarten conferences continue) 

September 5: First day for kindergarteners 

September 8: First day for preschool, ECEAP and Community-Based Transition Center (CBTC) 

Students in Mukilteo School District have access to laptops for learning. Secondary students take laptops home; elementary students use them in class, with occasional take-home use. Parents/guardians—if you have not already done so, please complete the Student Technology Use and Care Acknowledgement form today!

More than half of Mukilteo School District students are eligible for free AP and PSAT exams, ASB cards, admission to school events, athletics equipment, and more. Families may also qualify for reduced costs on internet, utilities, and local attractions like parks and zoos.

Complete our two-step process today to find out if you qualify.