A warm stew to chase the chill away

As the mercury dips and snow and ice make conditions outside less inviting, a warm and welcoming meal inside can be just what the doctor ordered.

This recipe for “Jalapeno Pork Stew with Pickled Onions” from “Real Simple Dinner Tonight: Done!” (Time Home

Entertainment) is tailormade for a cold day. This hearty dish will warm anyone up, both from the heat of the stew itself and the spicy kick of the jalapenos.

JALAPENO PORK STEW WITH PICKLED ONIONS

Serves 8

• 4 tablespoons olive oil

• 5 pounds boneless pork shoulder or butt, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces

• 2 tablespoons ground cumin

• Kosher salt and black pepper

• 3 tablespoons allpurpose flour

• 1 cup fresh orange juice

• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained

• 12 cloves garlic

• 1 to 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and sliced

• 1 large red onion, thinly sliced

• ¼ cup red wine vinegar

• 1 1-pound package frozen cut okra

• 1 ½ cups grits

1. Heat oven to 325 degrees. Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large ovenproof pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the pork with the cumin, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. In batches, cook the pork until browned, turning occasionally, 6 to 8 minutes; transfer to a plate.

2. Add the flour and the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to the pot and cook, stirring for 1 minute. Add the orange juice, tomatoes, garlic, jalapenos, and 4 cups water and bring to a boil. Return the pork to the pot, cover, transfer to oven, and cook until the pork is tender, 2 1/2 to 3 hours.

3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, toss the onion with the vinegar, 1/2 cup water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Let sit, tossing occasionally, for at least 30 minutes (and up to 4 hours). meet at 356th and Kinsman

Skim off and discard any fat from the stew. Add the okra. Cover the pot, return it to the oven, and cook until the okra is tender, about 15 minutes. If the stew is too thin, place the pot on the stove and simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 5 to 10 minutes more.

4. Meanwhile, cook the grits according to the package directions. Serve with the stew and marinated onions.

Route 16, Bus 35 EHS/EMS/EES Follow Regular Route – No Changes

EATONVILLE SCHOOL DISRICT

BUS SNOW ROUTES 2022-2023

Route 6, Bus 1 CCSA

Echo Valley – meet at 314th and Hwy 706

Skate Creek and Paradise Estates meet at 563rd St Ct and Kernahan Rd (Alpine Village)

Nisqually Park meet at 387th and 570th

Alder Mashel/Midway Creek - meet at Sunny Beach Point

Alder town meet at Sunny Beach Point

Lillie Dale Rd/Cemetery Rd – meet at Lillie Dale and Cemetery___

Route 8, Bus 37 EHS/EMS/EES

400th/Ohop Clear Lake/111th/109th meet at Barney’s corner

317th/Woodbrook meet at Meridian and 317th

Thomas Rd meet at Holtz Rd

Whitman Lk, Benbow Dr, Camp Lakeview all side streets meet at

Y of Whitman Lk and Benbow Dr at base of 320th St

Route 10, Bus 6 EHS/EMS/EES

Nisqually Park meet at 387th and 570th

Skate Creek Rd, Paradise Estates meet at 563rd St Ct and Kernahan Rd.(Alpine Village)

Lillie Dale Rd /Cemetery Rd – meet at Lillie Dale and Cemetery.

Alder Mashel/Midway Creek meet at Sunny Beach Point

Pilgrim Rd meet at Sunny Beach Point

Triangle Estates meet at 94th and Eatonville Hwy

Route 11, Bus 15 EHS/EMS/EES

Scott Turner Rd beyond 452nd meet at 452nd

Ski Park Rd meet at Ski Park and Meridian

10102 Jensen Rd to 108th. Meet at 108th bus turn around on 108th

Jensen Rd – 100th to 96th meet at 96th

Dear staff, parents, guardians and community members —

As we approach the holiday season, I cannot help but be so very thankful. I want to take this opportunity to personally thank our students, staff, families and community members for their support and/or service to Eatonville Public Schools. Each staff member has an important and valuable role in our district. Their commitment, contributions and collaboration are actions that make us better together.

We are also thankful that students are engaged in learning, extracurricular activities and athletic events with the support of families and the community.

Eatonville School District is thankful for every student, family, staff member and community partner that makes

Eatonville a great place to be. Thank you for your resilience, patience and grace, and thank you for your continued support as we navigate another amazing school year. We all belong here, and we can accomplish so much together.

Native American Month

Last month was Native American Heritage Month. It is a time to celebrate the rich and diverse cultures, traditions and histories of Native Americans and to acknowledge their significant contributions to our world.

Want to learn more?

Check out these links:

• Governor Inslee: Native American Heritage Month and Day Proclamation (at nwpb. org).

• OSPI Native Education (at www.k12. wa.us).

Veterans Day

In honor of Veterans Day, students and staff around the district participated in a variety of activities to honor those who have served and those who continue to serve our country. They also shared photos of family members who have served and sharing history.

Leading Collective Efficacy

Instructional teacher leaders and administrators are focusing on learning and leading collective efficacy in schools. Collective efficacy refers to the shared belief that through their collective action, educators can influence student outcomes and increase achievement for all students (Donohoo 2017).

So what is “Collective Teacher Efficacy” anyway? It really boils down to this: As a team, we believe in each other and that what we’re doing is going to have a positive effect on students. This could relate to grade level teams, content area teams, and even entire schools across a span of grade levels.

A big shout out to our K-12 instructional leaders:

• Jane Hatzinger, WES

• Josh Heersink, EES

• Christian Tonkinson, EES

• Susie Maida, WES

• Rita Adams, EMS

• Allison Meines, EMS

• Mike Moeller, EHS

• Rachael Hight, CCA

• Heidi Holland, EES

Mentor Program

We are thankful for Sheelah Ridgway and Matt Pederson’s work with our mentors and mentees. They are currently leading and coordinating mentoring with our new staff.

Leaders Of The Year

Starting this year, we will recognize several staff members and community members of the year including:

• Classified Staff Member of the Year

• Teacher of the Year

• Administrator of the Year

• Volunteer of the Year

• Community Partner of the Year

Be on the lookout for more information to be released as we launch this new program.

Inclement Weather Plan

As published earlier, during the Oct. 26 School Board of Directors Meeting, a resolution for inclement weather/snow make-up days to be held in-person was approved by the Board.

Visit smore.com/udj9w2 to read our “Inclement Weather Newsletter” with additional information regarding school start times for two-hour delays, signing up for alerts and much more.

Have a safe, relaxing, and joyful winter break.

Respectfully, Mrs. Sally Keeley, acting Superintendent

Eatonville School District superintendent report Eatonville school board appoints acting superintendent

Sally

According an undetermined time. Neal became the Eatonville School District superintendent before the 2021-22 school year.