As we settle into the school year, we want to take a moment to emphasize the importance of safety in our parking lot. Keeping our students safe is our top priority, and we all play a role in making sure our campus is a secure environment. Here are some key reminders for everyone:

 Please drive carefully while on school grounds. Our speed limit is 5 miles per hour. This slow pace allows you to react quickly to pedestrians and ensures everyone’s safety.

 Always be vigilant and look for merging vehicles and people walking in the parking lot. Our goal is to limit the number of people walking in the parking lot during arrival and dismissal. Keep an eye out, especially near crosswalks, in case someone must travel by foot during these busy times. 

 To maintain focus, please refrain from using your cell phone while driving on campus. Distractions can lead to accidents, so let’s keep our eyes on the road!

 For the safety of all students, we ask that all parents remain in their vehicle during arrival and dismissal. This helps prevent congestion, keeps the flow of traffic moving smoothly, and avoids the potential danger that comes with walking in a crowded parking lot. 

Preschool families need to use the passing lane near the front of the school to make their way to the preschool drop zone. Watch for preschool cars that must merge to the front curb and be alert as you pull away from our kindergarten drop zone. 

Together, we can ensure a safe and pleasant drop-off and pick-up experience for everyone. Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to safety!

Pathfinder Phone  425-366-3800

Website Pathfinder Kindergarten Center - Home (mukilteoschools.org)

Address 11401 Beverly Park Road, Building B, Everett, WA 98204

A ParentSquare message or email is often the best way to communicate with teachers, allowing them to read and respond when their day allows. We are unable to interrupt them during instructional time and they are often not near their phone before and after school because of meetings. The office team is happy to support and answer any questions. They can also take a message to give the teacher or forward you to their voicemail.

When you need to call the school, keep in mind that someone will answer the phone between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. If you call and the phone goes directly to voicemail it means all of our lines are busy. Outside of our office hours you can leave a message for the office or a teacher, or you may reach our 24-hour information line. If you are calling after 4:30 p.m. and have a question about a late bus, call Mukilteo transportation at 425-356-1306 or choose option 4 if you call Pathfinder.

Students are not allowed to have cell phones (and other electronic devices) at school. There is a phone for student/public use in the office. Student outgoing calls are limited to emergencies only. Please talk with your child about changes in pick-up arrangements before school and send a note to school to inform teachers of any changes. If you MUST make a change in transportation arrangements, call the office.

What time should my child arrive at school? If you drive your child to school, please arrive with preschool students at 9:25 a.m.  Kindergarten students should arrive between 9:15-9:25 a.m. Kindergarten students should not arrive prior to 9:15 as supervision is not provided until that time. All children report directly to their pods in the morning and students are dismissed to classes at 9:25. Children who arrive after 9:30 a.m. are tardy and need to stop by the office for a tardy slip before reporting to class.

What should I do if I need to change end of the day dismissal arrangements? To maximize student safety and eliminate confusion, please have students go home the same way (bus or parent pick-up) each day. If it is necessary for you to make a change for a particular day, please call the Pathfinder office at (425) 366-3800. Please call before 10 am (AM preschool), before 2:30 pm (PM preschool), before 2:30 p.m. (kindergarten) Mondays-Thursdays and before 1:00 p.m. (kindergarten) on Fridays.

When can parents be in the building? Parents are welcome to stop in the office for support or questions between the hours of 8:30 a.m-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. We do not allow visitors beyond the office during the school day unless they are scheduled to volunteer and have done their volunteer requirements or have a scheduled meeting.

What should I do if my child is absent? Call the attendance line before 9:45 a.m. to report absences (425-366-3805). Your message should include your child’s name, teacher’s name, date of absence, reason for absence, and parent name.

What are good reasons for staying home from school? Regular attendance is critical to success. Students should only stay home for valid reasons including contagious illness or symptoms. Children should not come to school if they experience vomiting or diarrhea, a fever of 100 degrees or higher, or a consistent cough within the last 24 hours. Other excused absences include religious or cultural observances, court proceedings, or true emergencies, like a death in the family. Appointments, travel, and family vacations should be scheduled on non-school days or outside school hours whenever possible to prevent loss of instructional time.

What will happen if a child gets sick or injured while at school? We have a nurse and health room support members who manage our health room. If your child is sick or injured, or becomes ill at school, we will contact you to pick him/her up immediately.

What happens to lost items? Our lost and found is located in the first floor hallway by the bus entrance. Glasses, keys, and other valuable items can be claimed in the office. To make it easier to return items to students, please be sure to write your child’s name (in permanent ink) on backpacks, jackets, gloves, lunch boxes, and all personal items your child brings to school. Unclaimed items are donated to a local charity in December and June.

Mukilteo School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Robert Gallagher (425-356-1300), gallagherrm@mukilteo.wednet.edu, Section 504 Coordinator Becca Anderson (425-356-1277), andersonra@mukilteo.wednet.edu, and the ADA/Access Coordinator Karen Mooseker (425-356-1330), moosekerkw@mukilteo.wednet.edu. Address: 9401 Sharon Drive in Everett, WA. Inquiries regarding ADA/Access issues at Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center should be directed to Wes Allen, Director (425-348-2220) allenwr@mukilteo.wednet.edu. Address: 9001 Airport Road in Everett, WA 98204.