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Welcome to Maywood Middle School!
If you have any questions regarding the registration process, please contact our registrar Kris Ellis (425)837-6909.
To register for courses, please select the appropriate grade level link for your student:
6th Grade Parent Letter, 6th Grade Course Descriptions, 6th Grade Course Registration Link
7th Grade Parent Letter , 7th Grade Course Descriptions, 7th Grade Course Registration Link
8th Grade Parent Letter , 8th Grade Course Descriptions, 8th Grade Course Registration Link
On March 22nd, Maywood held an evening Q & A for families of incoming 6th graders. Please click here to view a recording of the event.
Important Course Request Information for the 2021-2022 School Year
It is time for students and families to choose their courses for next year at Maywood Middle School. The Course Request process is open from Wed. 3/17 and ends on Sun. 3/28th. Please read the specific information for your student’s grade level. The information below is intended for students currently enrolled in the district. If your student is joining or re-entering the Issaquah School District for the 2021-22 school year, please contact our registrar, Kris Ellis, at ellisk@issaquah.wednet.edu.
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Incoming 6th graders Attending MMS in 2021-22
(Current 5th grade students at Apollo, Briarwood, Maple Hills)
Beginning on Wed. 3/17th incoming 6th grade students with their families can complete the course request process via online forms. The link to the form as well as other important information will be emailed to parents and guardians on Wed. 3/17th. All course requests are due by Sun. 3/28.
Helpful Resources:
- On Wed. 3/17th, all current 5th grade students will view a Maywood Middle School video to welcome them and introduce them to the course request process. Fifth grade teachers will show this video during the school day. Click hereto watch this video called “Welcome Incoming 6th Grade Students to Maywood Middle School”.
- Informational materials will be available on the MMS website starting Wed. 3/17 and will include details on core subject classes, electives classes, support classes and programs.
- Welcome Video for Incoming 6th graders by ASB click here
- Sixth Grade Math Pathways video click here
- Sixth Grade Life Science video click here
- Sixth Grade Earth Space Science video click here
- Sixth Grade English Language Arts (ELA) & Social Studies video click here
- Music Electives: Band, Orchestra & Choir ppt click here
- Sixth Grade PE/Health video click here
- Intro to Middle School Special Education video click here
- English Language Learner (ELL) Program video click here
- After reviewing course request information, parents are invited to join us for our Live Zoom Question & Answer Event for Current 5th Grade/ Incoming 6th Grade Families on Monday, March 22nd from 6 pm - 6:45 pm (Link provided via Skyward email to parents on the morning of 3/22). This session will be recorded and available for view on the MMS counseling website within a few days. Would you like to submit a question in advance? Click hereto submit your question regarding 6th grade course requests.
Maywood Music Information: Explore your options for joining our wonderful Maywood music program. Click here for a short video that will introduce you to Band, Choir and Orchestra. You’ll meet our teachers and our students as they perform and sing pieces demonstrating all the instruments and voice options for you to choose from. This video will help answer questions you may have about all our musical ensembles and help you choose an instrument or choir.
Once students register for music our teachers will reach out to you with information on acquiring an instrument for band or orchestra or additional information about choir.
In the meantime, please contact us if you have questions as you fill out your registration.
Band Karen Sunmark sunmarkk@issaquah.wednet.edu
Choir Robin Wood woodr2@issaquah.wednet.edu
Orchestra Jana Dalpez dalpezj@issaquah.wednet.edu
Remember, no previous experience with music is necessary!
Questions? It is advised that students and parents connect with students’ current teachers and counselors on guidance regarding course requests & specific questions. If you have trouble or questions with technical aspects of the form, please contact our registrar, Kris Ellis at ellisk@issaquah.wednet.edu.
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2021-22 School Year 7th Graders
(Current 6th grade students at MMS)
Current 6th grade students will begin the course request process on Wed. 3/17th when they receive information from their teachers and counselors during Charger Time/SEL Class. All current 6th grade students must complete the course request process online— via the online form and through Skyward Student Access. The course descriptions and directions for requesting courses will be sent via email to parents and guardians on Wed. 3/17. All course requests are due by Sun. 3/28. Click here for a short video with information about the MMS Course Request Process Spring 2021 forincoming 7th and 8th graders.
Helpful Resources:
- On Wed. 3/17th, all current 6th grade students will complete a course request module created by MMS counseling staff to walk them through their course choices for 7th grade.
- Informational materials will be available on the MS#6 website starting Wed. 3/17 and will include details on core subject classes, electives classes, support classes and programs.
- Parents and guardians will receive an email on Wed. 3/17 with helpful information, links and directions on how to complete the course request process both through the online forms and through Skyward Student Access.
Questions? It is advised that students and parents connect with students’ current teachers and counselors on guidance regarding course requests & specific questions. We have planned a series of informational sessions and Q & A sessions for students during the school day. If you have trouble or questions with technical aspects of the forms or if you need a password reset to access Student Access, please contact our registrar, Kris Ellis at ellisk@issaquah.wednet.edu.
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2021-22 School Year 8th Graders
(Current 7th grade students at MMS)
Current 7th grade students will begin the course request process on Wed. 3/17th when they receive information from their teachers and counselors during Charger Time/SEL Class. All current 7th grade students must complete the course request process online—via the online form and through Skyward Student Access. The course descriptions and directions for requesting courses will be sent via email to parents and guardians on Wed. 3/17. All course requests are due by Sun. 3/28. Click herefor a short video with information about the MMS Course Request Process Spring 2021 for incoming 7th and 8th graders.
Helpful Resources:
- On Wed. 3/17th, all current 7th grade students will complete a course request module created by MMS counseling staff to walk them through their course choices for 8th grade.
- Informational materials will be available on the MS#6 website starting Wed. 3/17 and will include details on core subject classes, electives classes, support classes and programs.
- Parents and guardians will receive an email on Wed. 3/17 with helpful information, links and directions on how to complete the course request process both through the online forms and through Skyward Student Access.
Questions? It is advised that students and parents connect with students’ current teachers and counselors on guidance regarding course requests & specific questions. We have planned a series of informational sessions and Q & A sessions for students during the school day. If you have trouble or questions with technical aspects of the forms or if you need a password reset to access Student Access, please contact our registrar, Kris Ellis at ellisk@issaquah.wednet.edu.
Equal Opportunity Notice
The Issaquah School District complies with all applicable federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities, or employment related matters, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees are designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Executive Director of Human Resources, District Title IX Coordinator, Section 504/ADA Coordinator or Compliance Coordinator for 28A.540 and 28A.642 RCW, in writing or by telephone. The Issaquah School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all educational programs, services and activities. For information regarding interpretation and translation services or transitional bilingual education programs, contact Kathy Connally in writing or by telephone.
For general information or to be directed to a specific department, please contact the ISD Receptionist at 425-837-7000.
Amanda Dorey, Title IX Coordinator Stacey Zachau, District HIB Coordinator Amanda Dorey, Civil Rights Compliance Officer Pam Ridenour, Section 504 Coordinator
425-837-7000 5150 220th AVE SE, Issaquah, WA 98029