April is National Volunteer Month! | | |
Encompass celebrates the amazing people who give their time and talents to help us build a community where ALL children thrive. We invite you to enjoy this brief video to see how volunteers like you make a difference at Encompass.
Want to join us? Summer outreach season is just around the corner, with several opportunities to help us reach our community. Check out the volunteer section of the newsletter for a complete list and drop an email to volunteer@encompassnw.org if you are interested.
| | Volunteer Service Experience at The Trail Youth Coffee Home | | |
Last week, Encompass welcomed 11 Eastside Catholic students for their sophomore retreat ‘Service Experience.’
After a brief tour of the Child Development Center, the students headed to local partner The Trail Youth Coffee Home. They were supplied with tasty beverages as they measured, packed, and labeled 300 3-oz bags of coffee to serve as a thank you gift for our Inspire Breakfast guests.
Thank you to our incredible volunteers from Eastside Catholic and our friends at The Trail Youth for hosting us and giving the students a great experience!
Do you want your own bag of Trail Youth coffee? Join us for a morning of community and encouragement at the Inspire Breakfast on April 29. Learn more and register today at https://encompassnw.ejoinme.org/inspire.
| | RSVP Today - Inspire Breakfast Registration Closes April 22! | | |
There is one week left to register for the annual Inpsire Breakfast on April 29 at the Club at Snoqualmie Ridge.
We invite you to join us as we gather civic and philanthropic leaders, donors, partners, educators, and Encompass advocates to engage in our vision of a community where ALL children thrive.
The morning's program will include a motivating keynote address, an engaging family speaker, Inspire Community Awards, and the opportunity to partner with Encompass to support our purpose: to improve the well-being of children by partnering with families and the community.
Special Guests:
Emcee: Chris Cashman, award-winning radio and television personality
Keynote Speaker: Dan Schlotfeldt, Superintendent of the Snoqualmie Valley School District
Honorary Chair: Nancy Whitaker, Former Executive Director of Encompass
Reserve your seat today using the link below!
| | Now Accepting Preschool Applications for 2025-2026 | | |
Offered for children ages 2.5-5 years, our Early Learning programs in Carnation and North Bend focus on building the cognitive, social-emotional, and physical skills that set children up for school success. Our evidence-based curriculum uses play to incorporate kindergarten-readiness skills in gross motor, fine motor, problem solving, logical thinking, symbolic thinking, listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
For more information and to submit an interest form, visit the link below.
| | Preschool Family Paint Night | | |
A hallmark of Encompass preschool is our dedication to providing enriching family experiences. Our Carnation and North Bend Preschools recently hosted Family Paint Night, allowing students and their families an opportunity to make beautiful art together.
Learn more about our dynamic preschool program and submit your interest today: https://encompassnw.org/program/early-learning/preschool/.
| | Summer Camp Registration is Open! | | |
Join us for an adventure-filled summer camp experience with Encompass!
Offered for kids aged 2.5-5 years, each camp includes age-appropriate theme-based crafts and activities. Encompass provides healthy snacks daily for all campers, and activities take place in our beautiful outdoor and indoor learning environments.
All camps are led by our professional staff and assisted by local high-school and college students, ensuring that your kids receive a quality camp experience.
Camp Dates and Themes
July 7-11: Community Caretakers
July 14-18: Engineering
July 21-25: Science
July 28-August 1: Cooking
August 4-8: Art Appreciation
August 11-15: Space
Visit the link below for a complete camp schedule, fees, and registration details. We can't wait to see you this summer!
Help send a child to summer camp!
For some families, the cost of sending their child to summer camp is simply out of reach. With your help, we can ensure that all children have an opportunity to experience a summer adventure filled with laughter, learning, and growth.
Donate to Summer Camp: https://encompassnw.org/donate/
| | Summer Camp Assistant-in-Training | | |
Are you looking for a meaningful experience for your preteen this summer? Encompass Summer Camps have an answer!
Students aged 11-13 years are invited to apply to our Camp Assistant-in-Training Program. This program gives preteens an opportunity to gain valuable work and leadership experience as they assist our teaching staff in running summer camps for ages 2.5-5. Camp Assistants-in-Training pay reduced tuition and receive a certificate of their accomplishments. Learn more and submit your interest at the link below.
| | Encompass in the Community | | |
YMCA Healthy Kids Day
Saturday, April 26, 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Snoqualmie YMCA
Encopmpass is excited to be part of YMCA Healthy Kids Day - an annual event featuring family-friendly activities to encourage an active and healthy start to the summer.
We invite you to join in the fun and stop by the Encompass booth to try your luck with our beautiful hand-painted corhnole boards!
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Play and Learn Group: Mondays, April 21 - May 19, 10:30-11:30 am; Si View Community Center.
Infant Massage: Wednesdays, April 23 - May 14, 1:00-2:00 pm; The Village Project North Bend.
Toddler Tasting Time: Wednesdays, May 7 - May 28, 2:45-3:45 pm; The Village Project North Bend.
Ongoing Workshops and Groups
Flourish Fridays: Weekly enrichment opportunities for kids 3-5 years; Fridays, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm in North Bend.
Toddler Groups: Play-based learning experiences for children 12-36 months and their caregivers. Tuesdays in North Bend/Snoqualmie; Fridays in Carnation.
Neurodiversity-Affirming Support Group for Parents and Caregivers: A virtual gathering on the first Monday of each month, 12:00 pm.
American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Class for Childcare Providers: First Wednesday of each month, 6:00 pm. Email cchc@encompassnw.org for more information or to register. Please note: This class is for childcare providers, preschool teachers, and non-parent caregivers working in the Snoqualmie Valley.
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Summer Outreach Events
Service and sun go hand in hand with our 2025 community outreach calendar. Join us as we hit the local festival circuit! We’ll help kids have fun while connecting caregivers with information about Encompass programs and services for children and families.
Summer 2025 Line-up:
- Duvall Days: Saturday, June 7
- Fall City Day: Saturday, June 14
- Big Truck Day: Thursday, June 26
- North Bend Block Party: Saturday, June 19
- Carnation National Night Out: Tuesday, August 5
- Snoqualmie Days: Saturday, August 23
- Snoqualmie Block Party: Saturday, September 6
Volunteer opportunities are available at all events with several shifts and roles.
Drop an email of interest or questions to volunteer@encompassnw.org.
| | Grant Support for Outdoor Play Spaces | | |
Encompass recently received a grant from the Rotary Club of Snoqualmie Valley to repair a few areas in the outdoor classroom at our Early Learning Center. These outdoor play spaces encourage experimentation and help children to develop and improve language, motor, problem-solving, and social skills. We are grateful for their continued support and for all the work they do to support the Snoqualmie Valley Community.
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Encompass is looking for passionate people to join our dynamic team! We are currently hiring for the following positions:
Work where you live and make a difference in your community!
Click below to view the job postings and learn more about how to apply.
| | In addition to Encompass events, check out these other great opportunities happening in our community! | | |
Community Easter Egg Hunts and Happenings!
Various
April is Easter Egg Hunt time, and Living Snoqualmie has you covered with a comprehensive list of hunts and more around the Snoqualmie Valley.
Learn More
Chalk Walk
April 25, 1:00-2:00 pm
Si View Park
Si View Community Center invites you to celebrate Earth Day by using paved trails as your chalk canvas. Take a photo and enter it in a drawing for prizes. The event is free, but pre-registration is required.
Learn More
Mother and Son Date Night - Star Wars Laser Tag Quest
May 9, 6:00-8:00 pm
Si View Community Center
Our friends at Si View Metro Parks are hosting a night out for moms and sons to embark on an evening of Star Wars-themed activities, including laser tag, fun challenges, crafts, food, and a costume contest!
Learn More
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