Nine Mile Falls Elementary’s annual Color Run is quickly approaching on June 6. Our goal is to raise $6,000 to provide school supplies for students next year. Reach out to your friends, family, neighbors and local businesses to see if they are willing to donate.
Our PTG is offering daily prizes for money submitted each day. To qualify for a daily prize, students need to submit at least $1 to their teacher. Your student will then receive a ticket that can be redeemed for select prizes leading up to the run on June 6.
On the day of the event, there will be music, walking and running activities, chalk powder dispersed among students, and popsicles to help everyone cool down.
If you have any questions, please contact your student’s teacher or the school office for more information. Thank you for all your continued support, we really do have the best community.
about 1 hour ago, NMFE
Good morning, Nine Mile families,
We hope you enjoyed your four-day weekend.
We have only a few weeks of school remaining, but we’ve packed them with many fun, end-of-the-year activities. Please see the attached June newsletter to help you navigate the final weeks of school.
As we wrap up this school year, we wanted to remind you of some things to take care of this summer to ensure a smooth transition into the next school year:
All students with Asthma, Diabetes, EpiPens, and Seizures must turn in a new Emergency Care Plan for 2025-2026. It must be signed by the student's healthcare provider and parent/guardian. Students must also bring their unexpired medications to the school nurse or secretary by the first day of school. If your student had a care plan this year, we would mail you a new one to complete for next year. You can also find all health forms at
https://www.9mile.org/o/district/page/health-forms.
For students who have Dietary restrictions (Gluten Free, etc) please connect with your child's doctor over the summer to complete a "Diet Order" so the school can accommodate. You will find the form on our school district website: Request for Special Dietary Accommodations
If your child needs medication for next school year (OTC-Tylenol, Prescribed Medications), connect with your doctor and complete a "Medication Request Form". On the first day of school, parent can bring in the med form and designated medication to the front office. HS-300A Medication Request Form
In Washington state, all children must be vaccinated prior to entering school unless the parent/guardian completes a certificate of exemption. Please refer to our school district website for the certificate of exemption form: Certificate of Exemption Personal/Religious .Please refer to this site regarding what Immunizations need to be completed prior to school starting or connect with your child's physician: Required Immunizations for School Year 2024-2025
If you have any questions about these topics or other health concerns, please reach out to Karen McPherson, School Nurse, by email
Kmcpherson@9mile.org or call 509-340-4071 (LSE Healthroom).
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to your teacher or the office.
Thank you,
The Nine Mile Falls Elementary Team
1 day ago, NMFE
Nine Mile Families - This is just a friendly reminder that we will hold our monthly Parent Engagement Meeting tonight, May 22nd, at 6 pm in the Lakeside High School library. We hope you can join us!
6 days ago, Jeff Baerwald
Reminder - Nine Mile Elementary Spring Concert is tomorrow, May 21st at 2:30. The doors by the gym will open at 2:10 for seating. If you wish to dismiss your student after the concert please contact the office prior. Once the concert is over, we will dismiss the students to gather their belongings and parents can wait in the lobby for their student.
We can't wait to see you all there!
Ms. Wichmann gave a quick attire suggestion per grade:
TK, K, and 1st - Hawaiian-themed or summery clothes
2nd/3rd - Country-themed or summery clothes
4th/5th - Summery or sunshine-y clothes
Nine Mile Falls Elementary
8 days ago, NMFE
Garden Club's Plant Sale
Saturday, May 17th, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Nine Mile Falls Elementary, in front of the gymnasium — rain or shine!
Please come support our very own Garden Club this Saturday. There will be a variety of vegetable and flowering plants to choose from, and proceeds will go to our Garden Club.
Thank you for all your support — we couldn't do it without this great community!
— Nine Mile Falls Elementary
12 days ago, NMFE
Reminder - Upcoming Events
May 10th Spokane Indians Night Out
May 15th Donuts with Grownups 9:00-9:45
May 15th 1st-3rd Grade Field Trip to the Spokane House
May 17th Garden Club Plant Sale
May 21st Spring Music Concert
May 28th Last Day of Garden Club
May 30th 5th Grade Field Trip to Triple Play
19 days ago, NMFE
Spring Concert - May 21st: 2:30-3:00
Doors open at 2:10 - please enter at the gym doors and quietly find a seat in the bleachers.
If you plan on taking your student early from the concert, notify the office prior.
When we are dismissed you may wait at the gym lobby while your student gathers their belongings and then they will released to you.
-Nine Mile Falls Elementary
22 days ago, NMFE
Good afternoon, Nine Mile families,
This is a reminder that testing starts tomorrow. I have included a flyer with the testing dates for each grade. Students might feel a bit nervous about testing, so please ensure they get plenty of sleep, eat a nutritious breakfast, arrive at school on time and ready to learn, and feel encouraged to discuss any questions or concerns they may have.
Make-up testing will be held on May 8, 9, 16, 30, and June 2.
Our wonderful PTG has provided snacks to help keep students engaged and energized.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to your student's teacher.
Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
—Nine Mile Falls Elementary Staff
23 days ago, Aleesha Judd
Kindergarten enrollment is open.
If your student is currently enrolled in our TK program, you do not need to enroll them for kindergarten, as they will be promoted.
The only form you will need to complete is the annual verification form, which will be emailed at the beginning of the school year to confirm that we have the correct information or that nothing has changed.
29 days ago, NMFE
Reminder - Tomorrow, Wednesday April 30, 2025 is class picture day!
You can order online, late fees are applied if purchased more than one day after picture day. Thank you, we appreciate your support. If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to your students teacher or the front office, have a great day!
Nine Mile Falls Elementary School
509-340-4012
29 days ago, NMFE
Heather Gamboa, Principal
Dear Kindergarten through 5th Grade Families, As we enter the assessment season, we want to share some helpful information and tips to support your child during state and school testing. We believe assessments are one of many tools we use to help understand student growth and guide instruction. (Note-Transitional Kindergarten does not participate in these assessments.)
Why Assessments Matter Assessments such as the Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBA) and Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) provide valuable insights into your child’s academic progress. They help us evaluate both individual achievement and the effectiveness of our instruction. In addition, we will be using this assessment data to reflect on our progress toward meeting our School Improvement Plan goals. This plan outlines key academic focus areas and targets for our school. You can view the full plan on our website under Parents/Students > Academics. Helpful Practices at Home You can play an important role in helping your child feel confident and prepared. Here are a few tips:
● Ensure Plenty of Rest: Make sure your child gets a good night’s sleep before testing days.
● Eat a Healthy Breakfast: A nutritious breakfast fuels focus and concentration.
● Be On Time: Arriving on time helps reduce stress and ensures your child is settled before testing begins.
● Stay Positive: Encouragement goes a long way! Remind your child that they’ve been working hard and that tests are just one part of their learning journey.
● Minimize Absences: Try to avoid scheduling appointments or time away during testing windows.
● Talk About the Test: Ask your child how they felt about the test afterward. Let them share and decompress.
Assessment Schedule
📌 MAP Testing Schedule May 20-Grades K-2 Reading May 21-Grades 3-5 Reading May 28-Grades K-2 Math May 29-Grades 3-5 Math May 30 and June 2-Makeups
📌 SBA Testing Schedule May 6 and 7-Grades 3-5 English Language Arts May 8 and 9-Makeups May 13 and 14-Grades 3-5 Math May 15-Grade 5 Science May 16-Makeups
Please keep these dates in mind as you plan your family’s schedule. We appreciate your support in ensuring your child is set up for success. If you have any questions about the assessments or your child’s progress, feel free to contact your student’s teacher. Thank you for your continued partnership in your child’s education! Nine Mile Falls Elementary Staff
about 1 month ago, NMFE
Congratulations to our two April Solvencia Award winners! Reece from Lakeside High School and Evelyn from Lake Spokane Elementary.
about 1 month ago, Jeff Baerwald
Reminder - Skate Night - brought to you by our amazing PTG
Tonight, Wednesday April 23rd from 6 pm-8 pm joined with Lake Spokane Elementary.
See you all there!!
about 1 month ago, NMFE
Don't forget to visit the LINC Mobile Library!
Be sure to go check it out - they have some great free materials for students and families.
about 1 month ago, NMFE
This is a reminder to all of our families that the Nine Mile Falls School Board will be hosting a public forum on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6pm in the Lakeside High School Library. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss, listen, and have an open dialogue around policy and procedure 3211 - Gender Inclusive Schools. The following zoom link is available for those unable to attend in person.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89476377297about 1 month ago, Jeff Baerwald
Reminder - 5th Graders Field Trip to LMS this Friday April 18th 1-2:15 for an assembly.
If you haven't please turn in your permission slip ASAP!
-Nine Mile Falls Elementary
about 1 month ago, NMFE
Nine Mile Falls School District families - In the April newsletter, we asked our families to respond to a one question survey about our late start days. As of today, April 15th, we have only had 43 responses. We would love your quick feedback on this one question survey. To access the survey, please click the following link:
https://forms.gle/woan8Bg1B6iyY5mU7 - THANK YOU!
about 1 month ago, Jeff Baerwald
Nine Mile Families - This is just a reminder that beginning tomorrow, Tuesday, April 1, 2025 through Friday, April 4, 2025 all of our Nine Mile Falls Schools will be operating early release half days to allow for parent/student/teacher conferences. Lunch will not be served during these early release half days. Our ECEAP program will not be in session this entire week. Lastly, Thursday, April 3, 2025 will not be a late start day and buses and school start times will be based on our normal Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday schedule. If you need further information about this week's schedule for your student, please do not hesitate to reach out to our schools. Thank you!
about 2 months ago, Jeff Baerwald
Reminder - Yearbook Forms Due!
The deadline for yearbook forms has been pushed back a few weeks and are now due April 14th.
5th Grade baby pictures are due April 1st - no joke! Please submit your child's baby pictures to the
nmfe.ptg@gmail.com
If you have any questions please reach out to the office or the PTG.
Thank you!
Nine Mile Falls Elementary
2 months ago, NMFE
FirstView 1.0 - This is an important message to all of our Nine Mile Families that currently use the FirstView app. Beginning on Monday, March 31, 2025 the FirstView app will go dark and the new FirstView 1.0 app will replace the old app. Please find the attached step by step guide to help you install and navigate the new app. Please note that the district code has changed - you will see that on page 2 of the step by step directions. If you have any questions or need additional support please feel free to reach out to First Student Nine Mile at 509-388-0508.
2 months ago, Jeff Baerwald
