Posts by Dawn Fornear
Kicking off 2023 Orientation!
Hello, Explorer Families! Today was a big day! It was great to see current students and families join in the fun as we rolled out the welcome mat for our newest students and their families. Orientation Day is more than just a tour around the school; it’s the start of a fantastic adventure we will…
Read MoreAthletics Update May 16, 2023
This Week in Sports Tuesday – 5/16/23 – Tennis practice and track practice Wednesday – 5/17/23 – No Ultimate practice (6th grade Drama night) Thursday – 5/18/23 – Tennis practice and track practice Friday – 5/19/23 – No Ultimate Practice (Spring Welcome Event) Saturday – 5/20/23 – Track Meet @ Islander Middle School. 7447 84th Ave SE, Mercer Island,…
Read MoreTreasuring Diversity at Explorer West Middle School
Explorer West believes diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to creating a vibrant and thriving community. We are committed to celebrating the diversity of our student body, promoting inclusion, and ensuring that every student feels seen, heard, and valued… it’s right there in our mission statement! Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in…
Read MoreMay 9 Athletics Update
Greetings! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. Last week we had two Ultimate games and one tennis match. From what I could gather, fun was had by all! The Ultimate team was discouraged after their first match against Open Window, which has an incredibly talented team. However, when we played them the second…
Read MoreProgram Update: Drama
In Drama, we are in the middle of the whirlwind preparation for shows in all three grades. Please note that due to limited space, please only plan to attend your student’s show. We encourage you to wear a mask in the audience. Masks are optional for performers. All drama shows start at 6:00 pm, with…
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