Voices of the Valley

After more than 30 years with Snoqualmie Valley School District, longtime employee and Mount Si alum Christi Wright is retiring. Christi has served in many roles over the years, from school buildings to the District Office—most recently as Executive Assistant to the Superintendent. In this episode, Christi reflects on her journey growing up in the Valley, shares memorable stories from her time in the district, and offers a rare beh...

In this episode of Voices of the Valley, we’re joined by Mount Si junior William Robinson and science teacher Mr. Knowles to shine a light on our Knowledge Bowl team and their trip to state! Learn how this fast-paced academic competition works, how William prepares, and why Mr. Knowles thinks buzzer speed matters just as much as brains.

But that’s not all—we also dive into Mr. Knowles’ surprising passions for musicals and meteorolog...

This week on Voices of the Valley, we welcome Wildcat Idol winner Keely Lanman and Mount Si High School Choir Teacher, Mrs. Isaacs. Keely shares what it was like to win this year's Wildcat Idol and reflects on her musical journey that began in fourth grade. Mrs. Isaacs talks about the award-winning Mount Si choir program, the impact of music education, and the joy of working with talented students like Keely. Tune in for a hear...

In this episode of Voices of the Valley, we dive into what makes Two Rivers School a unique and meaningful option for high school students. Principal Fredenburg shares an overview of the school’s approach, including its small advisory structure, a blend of traditional academics with real-world learning, and opportunities for students to take courses at Mount Si High School. We’re also joined by seniors Vanessa and Katelyn, who offe...

Get ready for a fun and laughter-filled episode as we sit down with Mrs. Scourey, a kindergarten teacher, and two of her delightful students, Carlos and Ophelia! These young guests bring tons of energy and giggles as they share their favorite parts of kindergarten.

Mrs. Scourey gives families great tips on how to help their little learners get ready for school over the summer and walks us through what a typical day looks like in her...

Ever wondered how school closure decisions are made during power outages? Or how education funding is shaping up at the state level? Superintendent Dan Schlotfeldt takes you behind the scenes, sharing the tough calls he has to make when weather disrupts school days.

PLUS, a deep dive with Marissa Rathbone from WSSDA on what’s happening at the legislative level—from funding challenges to how state agencies are teaming up for solution...

Superintendent Dan Schlotfeldt sits down with Joel Aune, Executive Director of the Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA) and former Snoqualmie Valley superintendent of 13 years. They discuss the evolving role of superintendents, the challenges facing education leaders today, and the important advocacy work WASA is doing in Olympia. Tune in for an insightful conversation about leadership, policy, and the future of p...