Monte Cristo Elementary

10/09/2026

PRINCIPAL SPOTLIGHT: Maria Losee! 📚✨

October is National Principals Month, and today we’re highlighting someone who brings incredible heart, literacy passion, and dedication to our students every single day at Monte Cristo Elementary!

Principal Losee began her teaching career in 1984 and has been a principal for 6 years. We are so grateful she chose the Granite Falls School District!

Get to know Principal Losee a little better! 👇
📖 Favorite Subject in School: "Definitely Reading and Writing! I had my nose in a book every minute... I used to love to make my own books and write plays and stories!"

🏝️ Surprise Fact: "I grew up on an island in Alaska—Kodiak. We did not have access to a television station... but my mother took me to the public library every single Saturday of my childhood!"

🧁 Favorite Way to Recharge: "I am a runner, I love to sew and belong to several quilting groups, I love to read... and my passion is baking! I love to bake new recipes and share treats with the school staff!"

✏️ Favorite Part of the Day: "Being out and about in the classrooms. Sometimes I even get to teach a writing workshop lesson! Being with students is everything!"

🌟 Her Wish for Students: "Become a reader and writer! Literacy is the lynchpin to ALL success, and the world is really at your fingertips when you are a reader and writer that thinks and is curious!"

10/02/2026

Today we celebrate the amazing people who work behind the scenes to keep our school clean, safe, welcoming, and ready for our students and staff each day. From the early mornings to the late afternoons, our custodians do so much more than clean—they help create a place where our school community can learn, grow, and feel at home.

Happy Custodian Day, Kari!

Thank you for all the hard work, care, and pride you put into our school every single day. We appreciate you more than you know!

09/29/2026

Tomorrow is Orange Shirt Day.

On this day, our district community joins together to reflect, educate, and engage in meaningful conversations about truth, healing, and reconciliation, affirming that "Every Child Matters."

We encourage all of our students, staff, and community members to wear orange tomorrow as we honor the survivors of Indian boarding schools, remember the children who never returned home, and recognize the enduring strength and contributions of Native American families, communities, and cultures.

Together, we listen, learn, and remember. 🧡

09/21/2026

🚨 WE’RE HIRING AT Monte Cristo Elementary! ⛏️

Granite Falls School District is a fantastic place to work, and we are looking for amazing Paraeducators who are passionate about making a difference for kids every single day!

Why join our team?
❤️ Great Kids: Work directly with wonderful students.
💙 Incredible Staff: Join a supportive, welcoming school community.
🙌 Meaningful Work: See the direct impact of your dedication every day.
✨ You Matter: Be a valued part of the Miner family!

If you are caring, dependable, positive, and love working with children, we want to hear from you!

🔗 Apply Today: Check out the job description and application on our website:

https://www.gfalls.wednet.edu/our-district/employment/job-opportunities

📢 PLEASE SHARE this post to help us find fantastic team members!

09/21/2026

Check out MCE Family Newsletter.

MCE Family Newsletter

09/17/2026

TONIGHT!!!

09/17/2026

09/14/2026

Your voice matters! We invite our students to help shape our district's future. 🐅

Applications are now open for the 2026–2027 Tiger Cabinet! We are looking for students in grades 3–12 from all backgrounds and experiences to serve as belonging ambassadors who use their unique voices to drive positive change.

📋 What to Expect:
Advisory Meetings: Meets 7 times throughout the school year from 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM in the Granite Falls High School Library.

Facilitators: Led by Superintendent Dana Geaslen alongside our High School Tiger Cabinet facilitators. Special guests such as local legislators, business owners, and city council members in attendance.

Transportation: Provided for students from GFMS and Crossroads. Adult chaperones will be provided for Monte Cristo Elementary students as they walk over to the high school!

Help us build a stronger community where every student belongs! Scan the QR code to fill out the online form or use the link below.

https://forms.gle/i6YX3HRWQGW7HdRq5

Applications close September 25th!

09/14/2026

Good morning, Miners! Please take a look at our September Breakfast & Lunch Menus to see what delicious meals will be served throughout the month. We encourage families to review the menu together and help students plan for their school meals.

Please remember to turn in the Letter to Households 2026-27 Free and Reduced Lunch Application.

09/12/2026

Cristo Elementary reader board is giving us the best advice today: Be like Jimothy! 🐾✨

If you know, you know... 😉

But seriously, take this as your friendly weekend reminder to be true to yourself, get outside, and soak up these beautiful sunny days! Before we know it, the fall leaves will be turning, snow will cap Mt. Pilchuck 🏔️, and our busy season of school holiday events will be in full swing.

Get out there and enjoy it—Happy Saturday, Tigers!