Mary M. Knight

07/28/2026

🏈🏐 The wait is over... MMK Fall Sports schedules are HERE! 🦉💚🤍

It's time to get ready for an exciting fall season! Our Football and Volleyball schedules are now available, so you can start planning which games you'll be cheering at.

For the best printable versions of all our Fall Sports schedules, visit:
🍂 https://www.marymknight.com/documents/shortcuts/calendar/27109748

Let's fill the stands, cheer loud, and support our Owl student-athletes all season long!

GO OWLS! 🦉💚🤍

07/16/2026

🏐 MMK is excited to welcome our new Head Volleyball Coach, Stella Hoopes! 🎉

If you'd like to meet Coach Hoopes before the upcoming season, sign up for our Volleyball Camp at St. Martin's University!

📧 To register, please email Coach Kerr. The registration deadline has been extended by one week—the final day to sign up is Wednesday, July 22.

Coach Hoopes will be providing transportation for all camp attendees to and from St. Martin's University.

🏐 Camp Details
📅 Dates: Monday, August 3 – Thursday, August 6
📍 Location: St. Martin's University (Lacey, WA)
⏰ Time: 2:15–6:30 p.m.

We can't wait to see everyone at camp and kick off an exciting volleyball season!

07/09/2026

🏈⚽🏐 FREE Sports Physicals for Student-Athletes! 🏃‍♀️🏀⚾

Getting ready for school sports? We've got you covered!

📅 Saturday, August 1
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
💲 FREE!

This free sports physical event is a great opportunity for student-athletes to complete the physical required to participate in school sports—at no cost. We want every student to have the chance to play, regardless of financial barriers.

Don't wait until the last minute! Mark your calendar and get ready for an exciting year of Owl athletics! 🦉💚🤍

📄 Please see the attached flyer for event details. Flyers are available in both English and Spanish.

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07/08/2026

Congratulations to graduating senior Nolan Baughman! As part of his Eagle Scout project, Nolan designed and built these beautiful benches, which he generously donated to Mary M. Knight School.

Thank you, Nolan, for your hard work, craftsmanship, and thoughtful contribution to our school. These benches will be enjoyed by students, staff, and visitors for years to come.

Congratulations on your graduation, and thank you for leaving a lasting legacy at MMK!

07/07/2026

2026–2027 School Supply Lists

Kindergarten – Ann Tracey
• 4 glue sticks
• 2 boxes of 24-count crayons
• 24 #2 pencils (pre-sharpened preferred)
• 4 black dry erase markers (chisel or fine tip)
• 2 boxes of Kleenex

1st Grade – Doug Richert
• 20 #2 pencils
• 2 regular erasers
• 1 package of colored pencils
• 1 package of markers
• 2 glue sticks

2nd Grade – Jackie Jewett
• 24–36 #2 pencils
• 1 box of colored pencils (at least 8 colors)
• 1 box of washable markers
• 3 pocket folders with prongs
• 3–4 wide-ruled composition notebooks
• 1 pencil box or pouch
• 1 bottle of white school glue
• 1 container of Lysol cleaning wipes
• 1 box of Kleenex

3rd Grade – Deanna Niles
• 1 pencil box
• 1 package of notebook dividers
• 20 #2 pencils
• 1 composition notebook

4th Grade – Piper Thornock
• 4 composition notebooks
• 1 pack of Ticonderoga or #2 pencils (12–24 count)
• 1 pack of 4 fine-tip Expo dry erase markers
• 1 pack of 12 colored pencils
• 1 pack of 24 crayons
• 2 three-hole punched pocket folders
• 1 pencil box (no pouches)
• 1 pair of wired headphones
• 2 boxes of Kleenex

5th Grade – Emily Ferguson
• 1 reusable water bottle
• 12 #2 pencils
• 2 large erasers
• 12 colored pencils or crayons
• 2 glue sticks
• 1 pair of scissors
• 1 hard plastic pencil box
• 1 spiral-bound notebook
• 1 2-inch, 3-ring binder
• 1 set of dividers
• 1 ruler
• 1 handheld pencil sharpener (optional)
• 2 large boxes of Kleenex

6th Grade – Patrick Ferguson
• 1 backpack
• 1 non-breakable water bottle
• 24 #2 pencils or several mechanical pencils
• 1 pack of colored pencils
• 2 glue sticks
• 2 boxes of tissues
• 1 pencil box or pencil bag
• 3 pocket folders with brads
• 1 pack of highlighters
• 1 pack of 3" × 5" index cards
• 4 wide-ruled spiral-bound notebooks
• 1 pair of wired headphones
• 1 binder (2–3 inch)
Optional
• 1 pack of blank printer paper
• 1 lunch box or lunch bag
• 1 pencil sharpener

7th–12th Grade
• 1 2-inch D-ring binder
• 1 pencil pouch
• 12 #2 pencils
• Blue, red, and black pens
• Highlighters
• 1 pack of at least 7 dividers (pocket dividers optional)

07/07/2026

🏐💚 VOLLEYBALL CAMP IS ALMOST HERE! 💚🏐

Ready to sharpen your skills before the season starts? Join the Owls at Saint Martin's University for an awesome few days of volleyball, competition, and team building!

📍 Where: Saint Martin's University
📅 Dates: August 3–6
⏰ Time: 2:15–6:30 PM
🏐 Who: Incoming 8th–12th Grade students
🚌 Transportation: Available through MMK

⏳ Registration Deadline: July 15!

📧 Ready to play? Contact Coach Kerr by email to get signed up before the deadline!

Let's get ready to hit the court and kick off the season strong! 💚🏐🦉

06/30/2026

🚨 WE'RE HIRING! 🦉💚🤍

Calling all volleyball lovers, leaders, and game changers! 🏐

Mary M. Knight School District is searching for our next Head Volleyball Coach for the 2026–2027 season, and we want someone who's ready to build champions both on and off the court!

This is your chance to inspire student-athletes, create a positive team culture, and lead the Owls into an exciting new season. If you have a passion for volleyball and making a difference, this is your moment!

🏐 Position: Head Volleyball Coach
💚 School: Mary M. Knight School District

🔥 Ready to lead the Owls? Apply today!
👉 https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/2482/opening/169193

Know the perfect coach? Share this post and help us spread the word! Let's find the next great leader for Owl Volleyball! 💚🤍

Red Rover Hiring

06/30/2026

📚 End-of-Year Update for Owl Families! 🦉💚🤍

Report cards are currently being printed and will be mailed home. If you don't want to wait, they're already available to view through Skyward Family Access.

🎓 Seniors: If you are not attending OWL Camp (Summer School), you may pick up your diploma at your convenience:
📅 Monday–Friday (excluding holidays)
🕗 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Please note: All outstanding fines must be paid in full before diplomas can be released.

If you have any questions, please contact Shantel Freeman at 360-426-6767 ext. 101 or [email protected].

Congratulations to all of our Owls on another great school year! 🦉💚🤍

06/26/2026

🏀💚 That's a wrap on Girls Basketball Camp! 🤍🏀

What a great few days in the gym! Our campers brought tons of energy, worked hard, and weren't afraid to challenge themselves. From drills and shooting competitions to scrimmages and plenty of laughs, it was awesome to watch everyone grow throughout the week.

A big thank you to our coaches and everyone who helped make camp a success. We hope the girls left with new skills, great memories, and even more excitement for the upcoming basketball season.

Way to go, Lady Owls! We can't wait to see you back on the court! 🦉💚

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06/12/2026

⚾ Next Camp Up: Baseball Camp at MMK! ⚾

Calling all incoming 7th–12th graders! Join us next week for four days of baseball skill development and fun.

📅 Dates: Monday 6/15 – Thursday 6/18 (Next Week)
⏰ Time: 2:00–4:00 PM
📍 Location: MMK

👨‍🏫 Camp Coaches:
• Tom Kerr
• Keith Newman

🎒 What to Bring:
• Cleats
• Glove

⚾ Camp Focus:
Develop and improve your baseball fundamentals with instruction in:
• Fielding
• Hitting

Whether you're preparing for the upcoming season or looking to sharpen your skills, this camp is a great opportunity to learn from experienced coaches and get extra reps in.