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A Message from the Mayortheater, beautiful artwork and well-maintained parks; and Community Development and Public Works didn't hold us to a high standard for our roads, new development, creative and compassionate code compliance and maintenance; and Finance didn't fi nd creative solutions for our budgeting challenges, and make sure our paychecks are on time, our bills are paid, and ensure we have a reserve that could see us through diffi cult times; and Legal didn't oversee our contracts to ensure we are looking out for Auburn's best interests, prosecute those individuals who didn't make good choices, or assist with passports and those never-ending public records requests; and Innovation & Technology didn't provide us with great equipment, keep us connected, and know where everything is; and Administration didn't keep our facilities running, help those in need, our veterans supported, our emergencies under control,

our City in everyone's mind when they decide where to locate their new development or to hold their next event, provide great graphics and documentation of our council meetings and events, and coordinate schedules and remember that a mayor or council's schedule is "merely a suggestion;" and City Council didn't pour over the budget to fully understand the City's needs, bring resident's concerns forward for discussion and resolution, and create the right policies to keep us running effi ciently and eff ectively, well, we wouldn't be the great City and team that we are!

Many of you that I get to meet have probably heard me say how much I love my job and that I believe I have the best job in the world. It’s because all of us here at the City of Auburn are here for you and we are here for each other. Let’s make 2016 our best year yet!

Mayor Nancy Backus

Welcome to the 2016 Resident’s Guide! I am confi dent that there will be many things you’ll fi nd in the guide to enjoy in Auburn. I can’t say often enough how important it is for everyone to do, buy and enjoy things in Auburn! Our businesses require your support to keep their doors open and you will hear me say often and proudly, “If you can buy it in Auburn, you should!”

As our community continues to grow, I hope that you’ll fi nd our progress is positive. I can assure you that I strive each day to weigh all decisions with your best interest at heart. I know I can’t please everyone, but you have my word that I will reach the best decisions for the greater good with the information I have and if I am off the mark, I will work harder to make it right.

I want everyone to know that the nearly 500 employees at the City of Auburn are at your service. They are dedicated, motivated, compassionate experts, and I am thankful each day that I have the

privilege of working with them. Each department plays a unique roll to ensure our residents and citizens feel safe, secure and supported.

It's easy to understand that our amazing Police Department keeps us safe - and I would put them up against any department in this country, but every one of you has a role to play in our City!

If Human Resources didn't recruit and hire the right people and support us once we are hired with benefi ts, training and more; and Parks, Arts & Recreation didn't provide great programming, incredible events, live

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Publisher: Polly ShepherdEditor: Mark KlaasAdvertising: Carol BowerLayout: Kevin Tucker

The Auburn Reporter Residents' Guide is a

special section published by the Auburn Reporter.

Extra copies are available at City Hall, the Auburn Chamber of Commerce and local libraries.

Welcome to the Auburn School District!

We have 22 schools serving more than 15,600 students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. All elementary schools provide free, full-day kindergarten to strengthen early learning. Our middle schools emphasize a relevant, individualized learning environment to accelerate learning. Our high schools offer comprehensive courses in Advanced Placement, career and technical education, honors, the arts and intervention courses.

Several of our schools offer early learning opportunities with Head Start, ECEAP and peer-modeling preschool programs.

Our district is approximately 62 square miles and bridges King and Pierce Counties and the cities of Auburn, Pacific, Algona, Lake Tapps and unincorporated areas of King County.

Schools are Professional Learning Communities to ensure individual instruction so all students will achieve high standards. Staff works collaboratively to meet each child’s needs. Time and resources are aligned to ensure student success.

Community support is strong. Our community passed a $22 million technology levy two years ago that is providing learning opportunities just starting to be realized. The community also recently passed a 4-year Educational Program and Operations levy to continue to provide a world-class education for our students.

We have strong community partnerships with Communities in Schools, Auburn Youth Resources, United Way, the YMCA, the City of Auburn and more, to provide academic and social supports for our students and families. Our

schools feature strong Parent Teacher Associations, Booster Clubs, family engagement liaisons and we encourage families to be involved in their student’s education.

Our diversity continues to grow and enrich our community. Students in our district speak 65 different languages and come from all over the globe. About 14 percent of our students are English Language Learners, and we offer ELL instruction in all of our schools.

We have extensive opportunities for students to engage in extra-curricular activities with comprehensive music programs, arts, robotics, service clubs, sports and much more. We believe in providing a wide array of choices for students to explore their passion.

Our active school board provides strategic leadership in assuring our students are ready for college and career.

As we look to the future, we will build on our success by enhancing our strong traditions and embracing our newest community members. I am honored to serve as superintendent of this great school district. If we cross paths around town, please say hello and let me know how we can best serve.

Dr. Alan Spicciati, Superintendent

Auburn School District-Engage, Educate, Empower

Elementary schools• Alpac

310 Milwaukee Blvd. N., Pacific 253-931-4976

• Arthur Jacobsen 29205 132nd Ave. SE, Auburn 253-630-2441

• Chinook 3502 Auburn Way S., Auburn 253-931-4980

• Dick Scobee 1031 14th St. NE, Auburn 253-931-4984

• Evergreen Heights 5602 S. 316th St., Auburn 253-931-4974

• Gildo Rey 1005 37th St. SE, Auburn 253-931-4952

• Hazelwood 11815 SE 304th St., Auburn 253-931-4740

• Ilalko 301 Oravetz Place SE, Auburn 253-931-4748

• Lake View 16401 SE 318th St., Auburn 253-931-4830

• Lakeland Hills 1020 Evergreen Way SE, Auburn 253-876-7711

• Lea Hill 30908 124th Ave. SE, Auburn 253-931-4982

• Pioneer 2301 M St. SE, Auburn 253-931-4986

• Terminal Park 1101 D St. SE, Auburn 253-931-4978

• Washington 20 E St. SE, Auburn 253-931-4988

Middle schools• Cascade

1015 24th St. NE, Auburn 253-931-4995

• Mt. Baker 620 37th St. SE, Auburn 253-804-4555

• Olympic 1825 K St. SE, Auburn 253-931-4966

• Rainier 30620 116th Ave. SE, Auburn 253-931-4843

High schools• Auburn High School

711 East Main Street, Auburn 253-931-4880

• Auburn Mountainview High School 28900 124th Ave. SE, Auburn 253-904-4539

• Auburn Riverside 501 Oravetz Road, Auburn 253-804-5154

• West Auburn 401 W. Main St., Auburn 253-931-4990

For more information about the Auburn School District, call (253) 931-4900, or visit www.auburn.wednet.edu

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AVHS Animal Shelter4910 A St SE

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We are more than your local dog pound!

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Adopt a shelter petFoster VolunteerDonate pet itemsDonate used items to the thrift storeParticipate at our events

Opportunities to fulfill your life include:

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ANIMALS INVADE

GAME FARM PARK

Auburn gives way to a popular furry festival in May.

Animals of all kinds, sizes and descriptions fl ourish at a place fi ttingly called Game Farm Park.

The ninth annual Petpalooza returns May 21 to the park. The day begins with a Dog Trot, a family-oriented fun run/walk event (above).

The day includes entertain-ment. JD Platt from the K9 Kings

Flying Dog Show (left) and Icicle perform a trick.

The Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation Department puts on the innovative, internationally award-winning festival.

The free event off ers live entertainment, pony rides, giveaways, an agility area, dem-onstrations, competitions, more than 150 vendors and other activities.

Photos by Rachel Ciampi

Auburn Animal ControlPlease call 253-288-2121 for the

non-emergency number which is to be used to dispatch Animal Control Services to the citizens of Auburn.

In the event of a life threatening Animal Control emergency, the number to be called is still 9-1-1.

For questions regarding Animal Control or to speak to an Animal Control Offi cer, please call 253-931-3062

Pet LicensingNeed to buy a Pet License?Auburn City Pet Licenses are

available at Auburn Veterinary of-fi ces, Auburn City Hall and at the Auburn Valley Humane Society.


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Honoring veterans is a tradition in the City of Auburn.

And for the past 50 years, the Veterans Day Parade has acknowl-edged the sacrifi ces made by American vet-erans, past and present, with one of the largest processions west of the Mississippi.

The mile-long parade typically lasts about two hours, featuring marching bands, ROTC units, re-enactors, ac-tive military units and military vehicles from all eras.

Last year's parade featured more than 200 entries and more than 5,000 parade participants, showcasing American strength of will, endurance and purpose. The parade included more than 35 marching bands.

Auburn is designated by the Vet-

erans Day National Committee and the U.S. Department of Veterans Aff airs as a regional site for the celebration of Veterans Day.

The 51st edition of the tradition is Nov. 5 on Main Street.

RACHEL CIAMPI PHOTOS

Scenes from the 2015 Auburn Veterans Day Parade, clockwise, from top: a military unit strides down Main Street; a mighty military vehicle on display; a war bird soars through the sky; and veteran Joe Leister greets Anya Yu, 4, along the Main Street parade route.

PROUD TRADITION:

VETERANS DAY PARADE


Mayor's Office (Mayor and City Council) 253-931-3041 Mayor Nancy Backus 253-876-1941 Tamie Bothell, Executive Assistant to the Mayor 253-931-3041

Dana Hinman, Director of Administration 253-804-5029

Duanna Richards, Community Programs Coordinator 253-931-3099

Airport: 400 23rd ST NE 253-333-6821Airport Management Group - Kasey Maiorca Noise Complaint Form 253-333-6821

Cemetery: 2020 Mountain View DR 253-931-3028Craig Hudson, Manager 253-931-3028

City Attorney 253-931-3030Dan Heid, City Attorney 253-931-3030

City Clerks 253-931-3039Dani Daskam, City Clerk 253-931-3037

Records Clerk 253-931-3039

Community Development & Public Works: 1 E Main ST, 2nd floor 253-931-3090Kevin Snyder, Director 253-326-0077

Darcie Hanson, Administrative & Business Services Manager 253-804-5064

Community Development Services 253-931-3090Jeff Tate, Assistant Director 253-804-5036

Chris Andersen, Environmental Services Manager 253-876-1962

Jeff Dixon, Planning Services Manager 253-804-5033

Monty Bakken, Development Engineer 253-804-5073

Engineering Services: 1 E Main ST 253-931-3010Ingrid Gaub, Assistant Director & City Engineer 253-804-3113

Pablo Para, Traffic Engineer 253-876-1958

Lisa Tobin, Utilities Engineer 253-804-5062

Maintenance & Operations: 1305 C ST SW 253-931-3048Randy Bailey, Assistant Director 253-931-5104

Allen Hunter, Water Manager 253-876-1998

Josh Flanders, Water Distribution Supervisor 253-931-3066

Phil Ast, Water Operations Supervisor 253-288-7408

Chad Jordison, Sewer/Storm Manager 253-288-3144

Todd Bright, Storm Supervisor 253-876-1961

Terry Vandecar, Sewer Supervisor 253-876-1935

Eric Cottle,Street/Vegetation Manager 253-931-3068

Mark Bjork, Traffic Signal Maintenance 253-931-3071

Economic Development 253-804-3101Doug Lein, Economic Development Manager 253-804-3101

Emergency Management: 1 E Main ST 253-876-1925Email Emergency Management

Finance: 1 E Main ST, 2nd floor 253-931-3033

Shelley Coleman, Director 253-931-3033

Solid Waste/Recycling Customer Care 253-931-3047

Utilities (Billing) 253-931-3038

Fire (Provided by Valley Regional Fire Authority) 253-288-5800Eric Robertson, Administrator 253-288-5800

Golf Course: 29630 Green River RD SE 253-833-2350Daryl Faber, Director 253-931-3043

Human Resources/ Risk Management/Facilities 253-931-3040Rob Roscoe, Assistant Director 253-931-3040

Job Line 253-931-3077

Innovation & Technology: 1 E Main ST 253-804-5078

Ron Tiedeman, Director 253-288-3160

Webmaster

Jail (Provided by SCORE South) 206-257-6200

King County District Court – South Division: 340 E Main ST 800-325-6165 X59200

Museum (White River Valley Museum) 918 H ST SE 253-288-7433

Patricia Cosgrove, Director 253-288-7433

Parks, Arts & Recreation: 910 9TH ST SE 253-931-3043

Daryl Faber, Director 253-931-3043

Brian Petty, Recreation Manager 253-804-5048

Julie Krueger, Arts & Events Manager 253-804-5042

Radine Lozier, Supervisor/Senior Activity Center 253-288-7440

Mike Miller, Parks Maintenance Manager 253-931-3027

Police: 340 E Main ST, Suite 201

(call 911 in case of emergency) 253-931-3080

Bob Lee, Police Chief 253-931-3080

Steve Stocker, Investigations Commander 253-896-1907

File a police report online

Hotline (online request form) 253-931-3048

Graffiti 253-931-3048 opt. 7

Pothole Patrol 253-931-3048 opt. 1

Report Spills and Water Pollution 253-931-3048 opt. 8

Auburn Services

Auburn Public TransportationKing County Metro Transit

http://metro.kingcounty.gov/

Metro Transit is the local transit operator for King County, providing local bus services that link destinations within the community and provide regional connections at the downtown Auburn Transit Center and the Auburn 15th ST NW Park & Ride. Metro Transit has more than ten bus routes serving Auburn, including some DART routes. Two transit routes have teamed up to provide Auburn residents and visitors access to some of Auburn's most popular destinations. Metro routes 910 and 919and provide service to the Auburn SuperMall, YMCA, Auburn Library, Auburn Senior Center, Downtown Auburn, and the North Auburn Business District.

DARTDART (Dial-A-Ride Transit) offers variable routing in some areas within King County. By using vans that can go off regular routes to pick up and drop off pas-sengers within a defined service area, DART service may allow you to arrange for transit service closer to a location. DART does not go door-to-door. It operates on a fixed schedule, but one that has more flexibility than regular Metro Transit buses. The cost for DART service is the same as regular bus rides on Metro and is available to everyone. To use DART, call toll-free 1-866-261-DART(3278) or 1-800-246-1646 (TTY).

ACCESSMetro Transit also operates ACCESS Transportation, a paratransit service providing door-to-door, shared-ride van transportation within most of King County. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires

curb-to-curb paratransit service as a safety net for per-sons whose disabilities prevent use of accessible non-commuter, fixed-route bus service. Complementary paratransit service is intended to offer a comparable level of service to that provided by regular bus service.

SOUND TRANSIT (SOUNDER TRAIN)Sound Transit operates the Sounder commuter rail service on the Tacoma-Seattle route via the BNSF Railway. Sound Transit provides weekday peak-hour trips northbound to Seattle in the AM and south-bound to Tacoma in the PM. Additional special-event service to and from games for the Mariners, Seahawks and Sounders FC is offered on selected weekends. Currently, nine trains operate in each direction between Tacoma and Seattle each weekday complet-ing the commuter rail service specified in Sound Move, Sound Transit's Phase I investment package.


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New APACThe Auburn Performing Arts

Center originally opened its doors in April 1981. It has since gained regional and national acclaim as a top notch, professionally managed performance venue, catering to school, community, and pro-fessional groups alike. The APAC is owned and

subsidized by the Auburn School District and is located on the campus of the new Auburn Senior High School. The state-of-the-art, 950-seat theatre reopened in October 2015 after an extensive remodel. It is specifically home to the

Auburn Arts Commission's Bravo! Series, the Auburn Symphony Orchestra, the Miss Auburn Scholarship Pageant and the Auburn Rotary Scholarship Show.

POST OFFICES11 Third St. NW

Auburn, WA 98002

(253) 333-1377

223 Auburn Way N

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VEHICLE EMISSIONS TESTING3002 A St. SE

Auburn, WA 98002

(253) 939-1225

VEHICLE REGISTRATION124 Auburn Way N

Auburn, WA 98002

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EMERGENCY SHELTER

Catholic Community Services(253) 854-0077

King County Housing Authority(206) 574-1100

South King County Multi-Service Center(253) 838-6810

NEWCOMERS’ INFORMATIONNew to Auburn? Here’s where to go to get registered to vote,

get your license plates, get married and get your mail.

MultiCare Auburn Medical Center202 N. Division St.253-833-7711www.multicare.org

MultiCare Clinic735 12th St. SE202 N. Division St.Suites 300 & 301253-876-7997www.multicare.org

Urgent Care Center202 Cross St.253-876-8111www.multicare.org

AUBURN FOOD BANK930 18th Pl. NE253-833-8925www.theAuburnFood-Bank.org

AUBURN YOUTH RESOURCES816 F St. SE253-939-2202www.ayr4kids.org

AUBURN VALLEY YMCA1620 Perimeter Rd. SW253-833-2770www.seattleYMCA.org

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At Valley Cities, we provide comprehensive behavioral health counseling for children, adults, and families that offers hope and recovery for a brighter future.

Apple Health/Medicaid clients

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Behavioral Health Care

Valley Regional Fire Authority Administrator: Eric RobertsonDeputy Chiefs: Mike Gerber, Tim Day, Brent Swearingen 1101 D St. N.E.253 288-5800Emergencies: 911

Station 311101 D Street N.E. Auburn, WA 98002253-288-5800

Station 32 1951 R Street S.E. Auburn, WA 98002 253-288-5842

Station 33500 182 Ave EAuburn, WA 98092253-288-5843

Station 3431290 124th Ave. SEAuburn, WA 98092253-288-5844

Station 352905 C St. SW Auburn, WA 98002253-288-5860

Station 38133 3rd Ave SE Pacific, WA 98047253-288-5838

Auburn Police Department Chief Bob Lee340 E. Main, Suite 201Phone: 253-931-3080Emergencies: 911

Valley Regional Fire Authority & Police Department

City Hall25 W. Main St. 253 931-3000 (Main phone) www.auburnwa.gov

• Public Works: 253-931-3010

• Finance: 253-931-3033

• Parks & Recreation Dept: 253-931-3043

• Planning & Community Development: 253-931-3090

Mayor Nancy Backus: 253-876-1941 [email protected]

City CouncilCouncil meetings are in the council chambers on the first floor of City Hall at 7 pm, on the first and third Mondays of each month.

Council members:

Rich Wagner 253-261-3263 [email protected]

Claude DaCorsi 253-329-4084 [email protected]

John Holman 253-261-5384 [email protected]

Robert Baggett 253-457-2358 [email protected]

Bill Peloza 253-261-3235 [email protected]

Yolanda Trout 253-329-4029 [email protected]

Largo Wales 253-261-5421 [email protected]

Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce:25 2nd St NW, Auburn, WA 98001-4901 253-833-0700www.auburnareawa.org

The Auburn Downtown Association:402 E. Main St. Suite 150, Auburn, WA 98002-5549 253-939-3982www.AuburnDT.org

Auburn Tourism Board:25 W Main St, Auburn, WA 98001-4901 253-876-1978www.AuburnTourism.com

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Teen Programs

City of Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation

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Green River College12401 SE 320th St. • 253-833-9111www.GreenRiver.edu Green River College was established in 1965 and is a two-year public college offering degrees and certificates in academic, professional and technical programs. There are also continuing education and developmental education courses available. On-campus living accommodates 340 students.


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SERVICE CLUBSAuburn Noon Lions ClubTuesdays @ noonwww.auburnlions.comAuburn Optimist ClubEvery other Wed. @ noonwww.optimist.orgAuburn Soroptimist ClubWednesdays @ noonwww.soroptimist.orgKiwanis Club of AuburnThursdays @ noonwww.kiwanisclubofauburn.comKiwanis Club of the ValleyWednesdays @ 7 a.m.www.kiwanisclubofthevalley.orgRotary Club of AuburnWednesdays @ noonwww.auburnrotary.org

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Public House29630 Green River Rd SE, Auburn • 253-876-1957

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Golf CoursesArea Recreation

Auburn Golf Course29630 Green River Rd. SE 253-931-3005 www.auburngolf.org

Washington National Golf Club14330 SE Husky Way 253-333-5000 www.washingtonnation-algolfclub.com

Jade Greens Golf Course and Driving Range18330 SE Lake Holm Rd. 253-931-8562www.jadegreens.com

Emerald Downs2300 Emerald Downs Dr. 253-288-7000 www.emeralddowns.com

Pacific Raceways31001 144th Ave. SE 253-639-5927 www.PacificRaceways.com


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Behavioral Health Services • Homelessness • Child Care • Head Start • Homework Help

Contact InformationBehavioral Health [email protected]

253-939-2202 [email protected]

253-939-6946

Childcare [email protected]

253-939-0870

Arcadia Drop-In [email protected]

253-350-2802

Youth [email protected]

253-740-7189

Outreach [email protected]

253-939-2202

LocationsBehavioral Health Services

1000 Auburn Way South, Auburn, WA 98002253-939-2202

ACAP Child & Family Services100 N Street SE, Auburn, WA 98002

253-939-0870

Arcadia Youth Center915 H Street SE, Auburn, WA 98002

253-350-2802

Enumclaw Youth & Family Services1350 Cole Street, Enumclaw, WA 98022

360-825-4586

Executive Offices936 Auburn Way South

Auburn, WA 98002 253-351-6059

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Did you know? Through our customer referral program, we've donated over 250,000 lbs. of fresh produce to area food banks through Rotary First Harvest.

Refer a customer and they buy a vehicle, $200 goes to you. Better yet, even if they don't buy, 300 lbs. of food is donated to this worthy cause. We are proud to play a positive part in helping those in need in our community.

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Racing is Saturday and Sunday only the fi rst two weeks, with Friday racing beginning April 22 and continuing through the season.

Post time remains 6:30 p.m. Fridays and 2 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Exceptions are 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 3, 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 20, 6:30 p.m. Sundays, July 9, 16, 23 and 30. Holiday racing is off ered Memorial Day and Labor Day.

The 2016 stakes sched-ule features the 81st running of the $200,000 Longacres Mile.

Emerald Downs Kicks Off 70-Day Live Racing Season April 9


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Principal brings out the best in students and staff

BY ROBERT WHALE

[email protected]

taff at Auburn’s Pioneer Elementa-ry have a mantra – teach ’em until they don’t just get it right, teach

’em until they can’t get it wrong. Judging by how high their chicks fl y

each year, Principal Debra Gary and her hardworking crew must be onto something.

Have a look.In the years 2010, 2011 and 2013,

respectively, Pioneer student marks earned the Title I Distinguished School Award, the Title I Academic Achieve-ment/Improvement Award and the Washington State Innovative School Designation.

In the years 2012-2014, students gar-nered the school the Washington State Achievement Award, in 2011 and 2012 the Washington School of Distinction Award, and in 2011 and 2012 Pioneer was designated a Washington State Reward School.

Pioneer consistently outperforms not only state averages but much more affl uent Eastside schools in its demographic in math and reading.

For a school in the 80th percentile of poverty, for a school with a student population that is almost 50 percent composed of ELL kids who need spe-cialized instruction in English, that is almost unheard of.

Gary explained the Pioneer Way, thus: break it down, make it simple, repeat, repeat, repeat until the kids never forget it.

“We always feel an urgency with every kid because we have about a 40-percent turnover,” Gary explained. “Sometimes we only have them for a couple of months, so we have to reach into the child’s psyche and show them that they can succeed. If they stay here, they’ll succeed, they’ll meet all the benchmarks, the math bench-marks, the reading benchmarks. They’ll pass their state tests.

“If they leave us and go somewhere else, we want them to know that all along the way, if they just keep trying, if they put in the tremendous eff ort, they will succeed. If they don’t meet success in elementary school, they’ll be that much more at risk for not meeting it in middle school and high school and beyond,” Gary said.

For what she does, the Auburn

Reporter is pleased to fl abbergast this soft-spoken principal by naming her its Person of the Year.

“It’s always wonderful to be honored, but I just wanted to say I’m the lucky one for being here. Coming to Auburn and to Pioneer Elementary has been the opportunity of a lifetime, really. Ev-ery day there are so many challenges, and part of my personality is problem solving. It’s really the organization that’s given me this opportunity,” Gary said.

As she speaks, a line of student carolers passes by her offi ce door, and she laughs with obvious delight at the sheer joy of being where she is, doing what she is doing with the little ones.

“Every child who comes through this door here has tremendous potential, just like every other child in the world, but it falls on our shoulders, once they come into our school, and our staff

Debra Gary has worked wonders as the multi-faceted principal at Pioneer Elementary School, whose students continue to outperform other schools throughout the state despite Pioneer’s high turnover and poverty rates. COURTESY PHOTO

GARY SHOWS THE PIONEER WAY

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knows that. It’s a calling for us. It’s really about my staff . We’re dedicated to using every minute. Time is our greatest resource, so we’re very well organized around the use of time, and very much on the lookout for anything that might take that time away from us because it adds up over the year,” Gary said.

For Gary, in her 13th year as principal at the south-end school, education is a calling bred in the bone.

By age 7, Gary was writing curriculum for her neigh-bors, playing school, writing up text books, making her younger neighbors play school back in her native Ohio.

“I love kids, always loved kids. I had like 41 cousins, and I was the little girl who carried around the babies all the time,” Gary said.

“I started as a paraprofes-sional in Seattle when my kids were little, but even be-fore that, I taught in a Mon-tessori school in California where we’d lived. I already had my BA. The paraprofes-sional job looked good to me because I was raising my kids, I could still get in there and teach students, and it didn’t take all my time.”

From there, it was a natu-ral transition into teaching, and fi ve years after that into

administration. She lauds the technological advances that allow a school to put special applications on tab-lets, applications catered to the individual student and his or her needs.

“It’s always been my view ever since I was a paraedu-cator to look at the individu-al students within a class as my customers and ask the question, ‘How do we serve this individual person?’ There are students who come with individual pieces missing, there are students who come with a lot more knowledge.

“…The taxpayers are also my customers. I feel like we’re entrusted with public money, and we’re supposed to be doing good for the public,” Gary said.

Even after all these years in education, she said, she’s more excited now than she has ever been about the possibilities for kids to learn.

“It’s kind of a new dawn. They love to come in. And to have everybody here on board that way is really where the power is,” Gary said.

“You often hear the old adage, ‘If you can help just one child ….’ I don’t let anybody here voice that because no, one student is not good enough. We can’t leave anybody behind,” Gary said.

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For Debra Gary, every

child has potential,

and it’s up to teachers and

staff to fi nd it and hone

the student’s skills.

ROBERT WHALE, Auburn Reporter

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Auburndale31700 108th St. NE

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The Auburn Senior Activity Center enhances the quality of life for senior adults in the community through social, rec-reational, health and wellness, educational, and nutritional services and programs.

The center, at 808 Ninth St. SE, serves individuals age 50 plus with a variety of activities and social needs.

The center is open Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The center produces a regu-lar activity brochure that lists upcoming classes, activities and events and also offers opportu-nities to get involved either as a volunteer or a participant.

Recreational opportuni-ties include hiking and nature walks, snowshoeing, dance and exercise classes, travel options, volleyball, bowling and drop-in play in the pool room.

The center hosts a variety of special events and luncheon celebrations. There is a daily lunch program and a monthly supper club.

A food pantry is offered twice a month, providing access to a wide variety of items such as cereals, grains, cheeses, spices, raisins, juice and soup at bulk discount prices.

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Community Events253-931-3043 www.auburnwa.gov

10TH ANNUAL DADDY DAUGHTER DATE NIGHTAn evening your little girl will never forget! Dads,

grandfathers, uncles or big brothers, take your

little girl (age 4-10) out for a night of fun, and her

first date. Join us for a catered appetizer, dinner &

dessert, music spun by a DJ, dancing, and fun ac-

tivities. It's a perfect occasion to wear that party

dress. Professional 5” x 7” photograph and party

favor for girl included. Space is limited. Ticket

sales begin in early December. Pre-registration

Required. Tickets on sale in early December.

For tickets call 253-931-3043.

Friday, February 19 or Saturday, February 20, 2016,

6:30 – 9:00pm

Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth ST SE

$50/couple ~ $15 each additional daughter (non-

resident fees apply)

253-931-3043 / www.auburnwa.gov/events

CLEAN SWEEPThe annual community volunteering effort is back!

Volunteers will work on various projects to beautify

Auburn. Call 253-931-3043 to RSVP.

Saturday, April 23, 2016

7:30am – Check-in and Breakfast, Auburn City Hall,

25 W Main Street

8:45am – Volunteers arrive at project location


DOG TROTDog Trot is a family-oriented Fun Run event that

takes place in conjunction with the award-winning

Petpalooza festival at Auburn’s Game Farm Park.

The ‘chip-timed’ race will start and finish in the

same location. Participants will follow a 3K or 5K

route. The course is flat, easy and enjoyable for all

ages and ability levels. Awards will be distributed

to the top participant in five age groups. Hurry -

the first 100 participants to register receive a FREE

event bag loaded with goodies!! The registration

form and complete event rules/information are

listed on the city’s website, www.auburnwa.gov/

petpalooza

Saturday, May 21, 2016, 9:30am (check-in and on-

site registration begins at 8:30am)

Game Farm Park, 3030 R ST SE

Early Registrations (on or before April 22) - $20 /

entry (includes event T-Shirt)

Late Registrations (April 23 – May 18) - $25/entry

(includes event T-Shirt, while supplies last; sorry,

no registrations May 19 & 20)

On-site Registration (May 21) - $30/entry (includes

event T-Shirt, while supplies last)


Petpalooza includes animal entertainment, the

‘Unleashed’ pet contest, petting zoo, demos, food

vendors, Skyhoundz Disc Dog Championship, over

150 vendors and much more! Held at Game Farm

Park from 10:00am –5:00pm.

PETPALOOZAAn event for pet lovers and a special day for your

four-legged family member or other furry friend.

The event kicks off with a Dog Trot Fun Run at

9:30am. The event also includes live entertain-

ment, Skyhoundz Disc Dog Championships, pony

rides, an agility area, the ‘Unleashed’ pet contest,

face painting and other children’s activities, over

150 vendor booths, pet adoptions, exams, vaccina-

tions and other related services, give-a-ways, food

vendors and lots of activities to keep both humans

and pets entertained.

Saturday, May 21, 2016

Dog Trot: 9:30am (registration fees apply)

Petpalooza: 10am – 5pm

Game Farm Park, 3030 R ST SE

FREE event!

253-931-3043 / www.auburnwa.gov/petpalooza

AUBURN INT’L FARMER’S MARKETThe Auburn International Farmers Market boasts

more than 40 vendors offering a variety of fresh lo-

cally grown farm-based foods, hand-crafted items,

and concession stand that are restaurant-based but

feature a home-cooked taste. It will also include

free performances, guest chef demonstrations

with farm-fresh ingredients, children's activities,

and classes on health, nutrition, and gardening.

Sundays, June 5 – Sept. 25

10:00am – 3:00pm

Auburn Sound Transit Plaza, 23 S Street SW

FREE253-931-3043 / www.auburnfarmersmarket.org

KIDSDAYThe perfect day for any child! Live entertainment,

inflatable rides, mini golf, arts & crafts, face paint-

ing, activities and information fair featuring over

90 vendors, vehicle/equipment display, food con-

cessions and more.

Friday, June 24, 2016 11:00am – 4:00pm

Les Gove Park, 1005 12th Street SE

FREE253-931-3043 / www.auburnwa.gov/events

4TH OF JULY FESTIVALCelebrate our country’s birthday at Les Gove Park

in Auburn. This hometown event features a kids’

bike parade, live entertainment on two stages, 8+

inflatable rides, a climbing wall and euro-bungy

trampolines, a trackless train, a petting zoo and

pony carousel, bingo, bocce, a car show, gaming

stations, over 50 craft artists, a book sale, food

concessions, a spray park and much more! The

naturally shaded park will keep you cool during the

afternoon. Purchase a wristband for $5 for unlim-

ited activities! Wristband sales begin at 10:00am.

Monday, July 4, 2016 11:00am – 4:00pm

***Wristband sales begin at 10:00am

Les Gove Park, 1005 12th Street SE

FREE entertainment and admission. Unlimited

rides/activities for only $5.


KIDS SUMMERSTAGEExciting performances designed just for kids! This

‘kid-approved’ series is enjoyable for wee ones

through tweens! Pack a lunch and enjoy the ame-

nities Les Gove Park has to offer, including a new,

state-of-the-art playground and a refreshing spray

park, a 1/2 mile trail, the White River Valley Mu-

seum and more!

Wednesdays 12:00 noon, July 6 – August 10

2016 Line-up:

July 6 – The Chancy & Narly Show

July 13 – Reptile Isle

July 20 – Recess Monkey

July 27 – The Magic of Jeff Evans

August 3 – The Brian Waite Band

August 10 – Eric Ode

Les Gove Park




SOUNDBITESAuburn’s newest concert series - a lively, eclectic

music series certain to quench your ears and ap-

petite!

Thursdays 12:00 noon, July 14 – August 11

City Hall Plaza & Plaza Park, 25 West Main Street


Line up:

Thursday, July 14 – Kit Bender – Contemporary

Pop/Rock

Thursday, July 21 – Jessica Lynne & The Cousins –

County/Country Rock

Thursday, July 28 – Nolan Garrett - Contemporary

Pop/Rock

Thursday, August 4 – Wings N Things – The music

of Paul McCartney

Thursday, August 11 – Wally and the Beavs – 50’s

& 60’s Rock ‘n Roll

SUMMER SOUNDS AND CINEMAGreat music and fun family movies make Friday

nights in Auburn a real treat for the whole family.

Fridays, 7:00 – 11:00pm, various parks in Auburn,


Line up: (movies TBA’d in the Spring)

• Friday, July 29, Lea Hill Park, 12305 SE 316th

Street

• Concert – Locust Street Taxi – Music you’ll love!

Rock, SKA, Jazz & Funk

• Friday, August 5, Sunset Park, 1306 69th Street SE

• Concert – Po’okela Street Band – Pop Reggae Fu-

sion of Top 40 Hits

• Friday, August 12, Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth Street SE

• Concert – Magic Bus – Retro Rock & Roll

LADIES & LIL’ GENTSA Mother-Son date night you won’t want to miss!

Saturday, September 24, 2016


S’MORE THAN YOU IMAGINEDA unique outdoor event that is a nod to the City's

tagline! S'mores, live music, storytelling by a bon

fire. An evening of fun that you can't find anywhere

else.

Saturday, October 8, 2016

6:00-8:00 p.m.

Game Farm Wilderness Park, 2401 Stuck River Rd.

FREE253-931-3043 – www.auburnwa.gov/events

HALLOWEEN HARVEST FESTIVALThis haunting event will include games, crafts, face

painting, scary cookies, cauldrons of punch. Your

little goblin will not want to miss this event! Bring

a can of food for admission to support the Auburn

Food Bank.

October 29, 2016 2:00-5:00 p.m.

Community Center at Les Gove Park, 910 Ninth

Street SE

FREE(253) 931-3043 – www.auburnwa.gov/events

51ST ANNUAL VETERANS DAY PARADE & OBSERVANCEOne of the largest Veterans Day Parades west of

the Mississippi. The mile-long Veterans Day Parade

proceeds west on Main Street from E Street SE to

A Street NW in Auburn and will include a military

fly-over, marching bands, honor guards, military

marching units and vehicles, veterans units, drill

teams, community and scouting groups, as well as

floats, antique cars and more. The day kicks off with

a breakfast, sponsored by the American Legion,

which is followed by a Remembrance Ceremony. A

Static Display & Exhibit Showcase is held along the

parade route from 9:00am – 2:00pm. The Auburn

Noon Lions Luncheon and an open house at the

VFW follow the parade. The day is complete after

the state's largest Marching Band and Field Com-

petition awards its winners at Auburn High School

Stadium.

Saturday, November 5, 2016

PARADE at 11:00 a.m.

Parade down Main Street in Auburn


SANTA PARADEA festive and fun children’s parade, which is fol-

lowed by a community caroling and the lighting of

the City Hall Christmas tree and City Hall lighting

show. Pre-parade entertainment starts at 4:00pm

in front of City Hall. Join us before the parade at the

Snack and Craft event from 2-4pm at Washington

Elementary. The Auburn Avenue Theater to host a

special holiday performance after the show.

Saturday, December 3, 2016

PARADE at 4:30pm

Parade down Main Street in Auburn


BREAKFAST WITH SANTAJoin us for a festive holiday breakfast and an opportu-

nity to visit and take pictures with Santa. Our guests

will also enjoy special entertainment. Sorry, no regis-

trations will be taken at the door.

Saturday, December 10, 2016


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