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The Pulse of Prosser: Volume 49 Prosser School District Publication Superintendent Kim Casey https://5il.co/2yumt

📚 National School Bus Safety Week: October 21-25, 2024 🚍 Join us in celebrating National School Bus Safety Week! Each school day, millions of children ride school buses, making it essential for everyone—drivers, parents, and students—to understand school bus safety. Key Safety Tips: 🔸 Know the Rules: Review school bus safety rules with your children. Ensure they understand to wait at least ten feet away from the bus and only board when the bus comes to a complete stop. 🔸 Understanding School Bus Lights: - Yellow flashing lights mean the bus is preparing to stop. Slow down and be ready to stop. - Red flashing lights and an extended stop arm mean children are getting on or off the bus. You must stop your vehicle and wait until the lights stop flashing and the stop arm is withdrawn. 🔸 Illegal School Bus Passing: It’s illegal in every state to pass a school bus when the stop arm is extended and the red lights are flashing. Bus Stop Safety: Best Practices: - Before the Bus Arrives: Arrive at the bus stop at least five minutes early. Teach your child to wait at least ten feet away from the curb. - Getting On and Off Safely: Instruct your child to wait for the bus to stop completely and for the driver to signal before boarding or disembarking. - Always Use Caution: Children should never walk behind a school bus. If crossing the street, they should walk ten feet in front of the bus and make eye contact with the driver first. Spread the word about school bus safety! Let’s ensure all our children have a safe journey to and from school! Stay Safe! 🚌✨

UPDATE AT 11:55 AM: Thank you for your patience! Our phones are back up. 📢 Important Update: District Phone Issues We want to inform you that our phones are currently down districtwide. We are actively working with the telephone company, our Technology Department, and Network Systems to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. In the meantime, if you need to reach out to your student’s building, please call 509-786-3323 ext. 0. This will connect you to the district office, and we will be able to communicate with the buildings via radio. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We will keep you updated once our phones are back up and running!

🌟 Happy National Boss Day! 🌟 Today, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our exceptional leadership team at Prosser School District. We’d like to recognize: - Superintendent Kim Casey - Assistant Superintendent Deanna Flores - Prosser High School Principal Bryan Bailey - Housel Middle School Assistant Principal Kristal Cole - Transportation Director Amiee Cook - Technology Director Shawn Cook - Housel Middle School Principal Michael Denny - CTE Director Rick Follett - Prosser High School Assistant Principal David Funk - Whitstran Elementary Principal Kevin Gilman - Athletic Director Jackson Haak - Maintenance Director Andy Howe - Migrant/Bilingual Programs Director Eric Larez - Food Service Director Darlene Morrow - Prosser Heights Elementary Principal Jodi Sabin - Special Services Director Niki Swanson - Director of Business and Operations Dalise Weddle - Keene-Riverview Elementary Principal Jessie Wilson Thank you for going above and beyond to care for our students and staff every day. Your unwavering commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive environment truly makes a difference. Your leadership inspires us all—whether you’re supporting teachers, championing innovative programs, or ensuring our facilities run smoothly, your dedication shines in every aspect of our district. You lead with compassion, listen to our needs, and empower us to excel. Together, you are shaping a brighter future for our students and community. We are incredibly grateful to have such a dedicated and passionate team guiding us. Here’s to our amazing leaders—thank you for all that you do! 👏

The Pulse of Prosser: Volume 48 Prosser School District Publication Superintendent Kim Casey https://5il.co/2yumt Please take our 10-15 minute survey, available now through October 21st: 🔗For Parents/Guardians: Prosser Family Survey - https://ceeffectiveness.qualtrics.com/.../SV_023W1XyC81F123Y - Choose your language and select your child’s school. If you have children in multiple schools, please complete one survey per child. 🔗 For Students: Prosser Student Survey - https://ceeffectiveness.qualtrics.com/.../SV_7PMloTUkP1fSppk - Choose your language and select your school. Your input is invaluable to us. If you’ve already completed the survey, thank you! We appreciate your feedback

📣 Attention Parents/Guardians and Students! 📣 Help us improve our school district! We need your feedback to better understand how we’re doing in providing quality education for all our children. Please take our 10-15 minute survey, available now through October 21st: 🔗 For Parents/Guardians: Prosser Family Survey - EES-Family V4.2 (qualtrics.com) - Choose your language and select your child’s school. If you have children in multiple schools, please complete one survey per child. 🔗 For Students: Prosser Student Survey - EES Student SEL Survey Link: Prosser SD - Choose your language and select your school. Your input is invaluable to us. If you’ve already completed the survey, thank you! We appreciate your feedback. Together, let’s make our schools even better! 🐴🐴🦁🐝🐴

📢 Job Opportunity: Accounting Officer 📢 Join the Prosser School District as an Accounting Officer! 🕒 Hours: 8 hours/day, 260 days/year 💰 Salary: $31.81 - $37.30/hour 🗓️ Application Period: Oct 10, 2024 – Open until filled Benefits include: medical, dental, retirement plans, and more! Key Responsibilities: - Manage accounts payable - Process invoices and purchase orders - Assist with budget reports - Support school office staff Qualifications: - High school diploma (or equivalent) - 3 years of experience in a school or educational agency - Proficient in accounting and Microsoft Office Interested? Apply online at ewjcjobs.hrmplus.net 🌟

Join us for an exciting night with Dr. Rebecca Palacios. She'll be providing valuable information for parents and how they can help their students succeed. Don't miss out!

The Pulse of Prosser: Volume 47 Prosser School District Publication Superintendent Kim Casey https://5il.co/2ye98

📚🐴 Saddle Up for the Book Fair! 📚🐴 Join us at Keene Riverview School from October 8th to 10th for an exciting adventure in reading! 🗓️ When: - Tuesday, October 8: 4 PM - 7 PM - Wednesday, October 9: 8 AM - 7 PM - Thursday, October 10: 8 AM - 11 AM Bring your family and friends to check out a great selection of books! From bestsellers to classics, there’s something for everyone. Let’s support our school district and promote a love for reading. See you there! 📖✨

The Prosser School District Board of Directors will hold a Regular Board Meeting on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at 6:00pm in the Prosser School District Board Room, 1203 Prosser Ave., Prosser WA 99350. Agenda Link: https://app.eduportal.com/share/5ed2d920-82a2-11ef-bb90-06c64aa3b8d4 Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89666069876?pwd=TUYwdXdKZy9hUWJpLzFOaXAxblNYUT09#success

📣 Game Day Guidelines for Mustangs! 📣 As we gear up for our upcoming events, we want to ensure everyone has a great experience. Here are some key points regarding parent supervision and student entrance: ✅ Adult Supervision Required: Students in 8th grade and younger must enter with an adult. ✅ Stay Seated: All students 8th grade and younger should remain seated and supervised by an adult at all times, including in concession stand areas. ✅ No Loitering: Please avoid loitering in grass areas or around the concession stand. It’s important to maintain clear pathways, so let’s make sure everyone has a view of the game and can enjoy the action! ✅ Respect the Venue: Please help us keep our facilities clean. Dispose of trash properly and encourage others to do the same. ✅ Show Good Sportsmanship: Let’s promote a positive atmosphere! Cheer for our team and respect all players, coaches, and fans. ✅ Behavior Expectations: Let’s all aim to be respectful and positive! If students are unable to follow these guidelines, we may need to ask them to leave the game. Please be aware that there will be consequences for failing to follow the rules. Remember, we’re all here to support our Mustangs! We expect everyone to stay seated, watch the game, and cheer them on to victory! Thanks for your cooperation! Let’s make our events safe and fun for everyone! 🐴❤️🤍💙🐴

Prosser School District was recently made aware of allegations of criminal misconduct against a temporary part-time employee resulting in charges being filed by the Benton County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. The safety and security of our students is of paramount importance to the District. To that end, the District took immediate action, and the temporary part-time employee was released. As this is an open criminal investigation, any further questions related to this matter should be directed to the Benton County Sheriff’s Department and ask for Case Agent Tara Marks 509-735-6555 x 3867 or Detective Horacio Gonzalez at 509-735-6555 x 7205. The Prosser School District will cooperate with all parts of this investigation. Kim Casey, Superintendent

Mark your calendars for an exciting evening! Join us Friday, October 4th at 7:00 PM for the Prosser High School Homecoming football game! 🎉 Stick around afterward for a spectacular fireworks show, hosted by the Prosser Booster Club, that you won't want to miss! 🎆 Important Notice: To ensure everyone's safety, we will be roping off the grassy area from the softball field up to the tree by the parking lot. The pyrotechnic crew needs a safety area, and we will be taping it off to help keep this space clear. Friendly Reminder: To keep your pets safe and comfortable, please secure them at home during the festivities, as the fireworks can be quite loud. Let’s make it a night to remember! Go, Mustangs! 🏈🐴

🌟 Happy National Maintenance and Custodian Day! 🌟 On this special day, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing maintenance and custodial staff of Prosser School District. Your hard work and dedication keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming for all students and staff. Thank you for your tireless efforts in maintaining our facilities and for always going above and beyond. You are truly the unsung heroes of our district! 💪🏽🏫

🌟 October is Disability History Month! 🌟 This month, we celebrate and raise awareness about the contributions and identities of the approximately 40.7 million Americans with disabilities. It’s a time to honor their rich experiences, recognizing that disability is just one aspect of a person's life, not their sole defining feature. In Prosser School District, we proudly serve 353 students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), along with many others who have 504 plans or don't require specific services. Let’s remember that they are all Prosser students first, united in their hopes, dreams, and aspirations. Together, let’s continue fostering an inclusive environment where every student is respected and empowered. 💙

🍏 Join Us for the Great Washington Apple Crunch! 🍏 On October 2, 2024, we’ll participate in the Great Washington Apple Crunch! Here’s how you can join in on the fun: 1. Find a Washington-grown apple in your lunch. 2. Gather with your classmates at noon to crunch together! 3. Don’t forget to take selfies and videos—post them online with #TasteWashingtonDay and #WAAppleCrunch! 📣 Fun Facts About Apples: - Apples are Washington’s largest agricultural product, grown on over 175,000 acres of orchards! - Our state grows over 30 varieties of apples. - The average American consumes 16 pounds of fresh apples each year! Let’s celebrate Taste Washington Day together! For more resources, visit agr.wa.gov/farmtoschool. 🍎

🚍 NOW HIRING: SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS! 🚍 Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives? Join the Prosser School District team as a School Bus Driver! Help ensure students have a safe and friendly ride, starting and ending their school day on a positive note. 🌟 ✨ No experience necessary! ✨ Part-time hours with full-time benefits! ✨ On-the-job training provided! ✨ Weekends and holidays off! Apply today and become an essential part of our students' daily journey! For more information, contact Amiee Cook at 509-786-2630 or amiee.cook@prosserschools.org.

We’re proud to share that WSU IAREC is celebrating its 105th year in partnership with the Prosser Farmers Market at Pumpkin Palooza! 🎃 🐾 📅 Date: Saturday, October 5th 🕗 Time: 8 AM - Noon 📍 Location: Prosser Farmers Market, 1328 Sommers Ave, Prosser Join us for a day of family fun! Enjoy free pumpkin painting contests with prizes, exciting pumpkin games, and the chance to take pictures with Butch the Coug 🐾 from 9-11 AM! Don’t miss local instrumental bands, fresh veggies, fruits, arts, and delicious food from our market vendors! Come celebrate with us and support our community! We can’t wait to see you there!

Prosser School District Bus Stop Reminders🚍 📢 We hope everyone is having a fantastic start to the new school year! To help our bus drivers stop safely at your driveways, we have a couple of friendly reminders: ✨ Please move any items, like garbage cans, away from your driveway. This helps our drivers avoid obstructions and ensures a smooth stop. 🏠 Make sure your address numbers are clearly visible from both directions. This makes it easier for our drivers to find your location quickly. Thank you for your cooperation, and here’s to a wonderful school year ahead! 🎉📚