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Mapable Address to the Lake 16 Development: 20451 Sinnes Rd, Mt Vernon, WA 98274

Lake 16 is located in the Conway School District. -- Phone: 360-445-5785 

Remarks from the Web Site Creator -- The Conway School has an exceptional reputation. While researching the area for web site content, I heard many times that families move to this school district specifically to get their kids enrolled in this school. Considering it is only Preschool starting at age 3--then Kindergarten through 8th Grade, whatever it is--must be pretty impressive. I heard this so many times that I called the school and spoke to the principal to ask what it is about the school that parents will sell homes and move to the area so their kids can attend this school...

The principal said that the school district and staff not only believe in diversity and inclusion, they walk the talk. There are many children enrolled with diverse backgrounds, cultures, beliefs, abilities--and children with special needs. Many parents ask the school for special accomodations of various types, and The Conway School District and staff bend over backwards to help, many times going above and beyond what is expected. Also reported is that students that struggled before going to Conway, begin to improve and excel there.

From reviewing the Conway School web site it is clear they care deeply about child education, diversity, inclusion and equity, I spent an hour and was amazed at the number of and variety of programs they offer. The district not only teaches students, they help families of enrolled students. Being a small district, it is easier to identify and help families in need. They not only have programs to help homeless families, or even families that lack a regular, fixed, and adequate nighttime residence, and families with food insecurity, they identify "Highly Capable" students that have unique intellectual, social, emotional, and college/career readiness needs. They can provide appropriate educational programs and services through instructional, curricular, and administrative modifications to create educational opportunities that will maximize their individual potential.

If you have young children age 3 through 13 or are planning to start a family, I urge you to go to their web site and in the yellow horizontal menu, click School, look at the list, then click Student Services. That is just the beginning of the dozens of outstanding programs for students and families that are enrolled there.

The student population of Conway School is 468, made up of 49% female students and 51% male students. The school enrolls 18% economically disadvantaged students; 53% of students scored at or above the proficient level for math, and 62% scored at or above that level for reading. The school’s minority student enrollment is 16%. The student-teacher ratio is 19. There are 25 equivalent full-time teachers and 1 full-time school counselor.

I just wanted to pass along what I learned, I hope it is useful to you!

School Assignments:

CELP - Conway Early Learning Program - Preschool  (ages 3-5)
19710 State Route 534
Mount Vernon, WA 98274
Phone: 360-445-5785

..."Conway Early Learning Program provides nurturing and enriching learning environment for preschool children. The Early Learning Program is a collaborative, comprehensive, community and family enrichment program that fosters a strong emphasis on literacy. We serve students from 3 to 5 years old and those with special needs. Our preschool program offers three different sessions: AM or PM Only and All Day..." 

Conway School  (grades K-8) -- Family and Student Handbook
19710 State Route 534
Mount Vernon, WA 98274
Phone: 360-445-5785

Conway School District only goes through Grade 8. -- Because there is no High School in the district, High School students are able to choose which nearby school to attend. Some choose to go to Mount Vernon (the closest), others choose Arlington, Stanwood, or La Conner.

Travel

No need to drive to Seatac for some destinations! - South Snohomish County's Paine Field Passenger Terminal currently serves the following destinations with Direct Flights:

Anchorage, Honolulu, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Orange County, Phoenix, San Diego, San Francisco, and seasonal service to Tucson and Palm Springs. 

There is a TSA checkpoint, you still need a current government-issued ID and a valid boarding pass, but the airport venue is small and uncrowded. Of course, it also really beats the long drive to SeaTac! If you have family in--or regularly travel to one of these destinations, being near Paine Field will be very helpful.

Skagit Valley Description

Skagit Valley, Washington is beautifully situated between Seattle WA to the south,Vancouver BC to the north, the San Juan Islands to the west, and the North Cascade National Park to the east.   La Conner, Anacortes, and Edison are artistic coastal communities.  Mount Vernon and Burlington offer an array of arts and services conveniently off  I-5.  Sedro Woolley is the gateway to the North Cascades National Park.

One of the best sites to discover what Skagit Valley has to offer is Visit Skagit Valley.

Discover Seasonal Events and Attractions at the Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce

Skagit Valley Birds of Winter Experience - Find Info Here

Skagit Valley Annual Flower Festivals - Find Info Here

Serving Food To-Go:

Taqueria Corazón Nayarita - 5 Stars at Yelp!  Phone: 360-445-2395
Authentic Mexican Food, serving To-Go. Small Menu but Very Good food.
(just west of the Lake 16 Conway exit off I5)
--Tuesday - Saturday: 11am - 8pm
--Sunday - Monday: 11am - 7pm

Jorge's Kitchen - 4.5 Stars at Yelp! - Phone: 360-424-6838
Inside the "The Little Mountain Grocery" is Jorges Kitchen, delicious authentic Mexican food. Our recipes are authentic and time-tested. The ingredients are always fresh. The result is a menu that bursts with flavor and a certain je ne sais quoi. Has outdoor dining and take out. 
1725 E Blackburn Rd, Mount Vernon, WA 98274

C-Square and Third Street Cafe - 4 Stars at Yelp! - 360-542-5022
Third Street Cafe is the Skagit Valley Food Co-op’s restaurant providing real food from Northwest farmers and producers. American food menu: burgers to steaks, chicken, fish, pork, salads, desserts, beer & wine. The restaurant is currently open for takeout only. We’re open for takeout Wed-Thurs 4pm-8pm, Fri-Sun 12pm-8pm 
309 S 3rd St, Mt. Vernon, WA 98273
 

Electricity - Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
Phone: 888-225-5773 - Transfer or Request New Service

Water - Skagit Valley PUD #1
Phone: 360-424-7104 - Service Information

Propane - Northwest Propane
Phone: 360-424-4471 - Residential Service Information

Garbage and Recycling - Waste Management Skagit County
Phone: 888-618-2252 - Residential Service Information

High Speed Internet, Digital Cable and Phone - Wave (Residential)
Contact - Rejeana Hartnell - Phone: 360-333-8097 - Email: rejeana.hartzell@wavebroadband.com

When you are moving, don't forget to notify your employer, tax agencies, Social Security Administration, your bank(s), credit union, Paypal, credit card companies, finance companies, loan servicing, investment account holder, IRA/401k administrator, insurance providers (medical, dental, car, boat, life, etc), online shopping sites like Amazon, Ebay, Etsy etc; magazine and subscription services, newspapers, clubs and organizations (memberships), doctors, dentists, your vet (if you have pets), and most importantly--your family and friends!

For fun, you can grab the rendering or photo of the exterior elevation of your new home and create custom postage stamps on envelopes!

Lastly, don't forget that anywhere you have stored your old address online as a "billing address" will need to be updated after you change your address with credit card companies and banks (debit/credit cards).