Board Director Vacancy – At-Large Position

The Concrete School District is seeking qualified applicants to fill an upcoming vacancy on the Board of Directors. The At-Large Position currently held by Paul Rogge will become vacant effective January 1, 2026, due to no candidates filing in the November 2025 election. Director Rogge did not seek re-election.

Under state law, when no successor is elected, the remaining members of the Board are responsible for appointing a qualified person to fill the open position until the next regular school board election.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be a United States citizen
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be a registered voter residing within the Concrete School District boundaries
• Be available to attend regular and special Board meetings, work sessions, and required trainings

This is an At-Large seat. Any resident living within the Concrete School District boundaries is eligible, regardless of director district geography.

About the Role

School Board Directors:

• Set the vision, mission, and strategic direction of the district
• Adopt policies and ensure accountability for student learning
• Oversee the district budget and steward public resources responsibly
• Engage with the community and represent district residents
• Support the superintendent in achieving the goals of the district

The Board is seeking applicants who are collaborative, community-minded, and committed to the success and well-being of Concrete students.

Application Process

Interested community members are invited to submit:

1. A letter of interest describing why you wish to serve on the Board and the strengths you would bring to the role.
2. A résumé or summary of relevant experience.

Submit materials to:

Carrie Crickmore, Superintendent

• ccrickmore@concrete.k12.wa.us or
• 45389 Airport Way, Concrete, WA 98237

Timeline

• Application window: December 1–12, 2025 (due by 3:00 p.m.)
• Board review: Week of December 15
• Interviews & appointment: During the regular Board meeting on Thursday, December 18, 2025
• Term of service: From appointment through the November 2027 regular school board election (per RCW 28A.343.370)

Questions may be directed to ccrickmore@concrete.k12.wa.us.

Levy Information and Upcoming Board Actions

In February 2024, Concrete School District voters approved two separate two-year levies:

1. Two-Year Capital Projects Levy (2025–2026)

This levy was dedicated strictly to safety and security improvements across the district.

Completed Projects (2024–2025) include:

• Rekeying all exterior doors districtwide
• Upgrading the district fire alarm system
• Updating and expanding security camera coverage

Major Projects Planned for Summer 2026:

• New secured entry doors districtwide, featuring:
  • Video and/or audio verification systems (varies by door)
  • ADA-accessible hardware and entry upgrades (varies by door)
  • Electronic fob access
  • Integrated access-control security systems
• Doors scheduled for replacement/include security upgrades at:
  • Concrete Elementary
  • High School Main Building
  • Tech Building
  • Middle School
• New, modernized fire alarm systems at both the elementary and secondary campuses
• Additional safety upgrades identified through OSPI’s School Safety guidance

The two-year Capital Projects Levy provided sufficient funding to complete the district’s full list of priority safety and security projects. Because these projects are fully funded and scheduled for completion in 2026, Concrete School District will not run another Capital Projects Levy at this time.

Looking Ahead: February 2026 Levy Planning

At the November 25, 2025 School Board Meeting, the Board of Directors will review and consider approving a four-year replacement Educational Programs & Operations (EP&O) Levy for the February 2026 Special Election.

This is the only levy under consideration.

The EP&O Levy funds essential operations and student services not fully supported by state funding, including:

• Classroom staffing
• Special education services
• Student supports and interventions
• Safety and supervision
• Athletics and extracurricular activities
• Instructional materials and technology
• Transportation needs

The current EP&O Levy expires in December 2026, and renewing it is essential to sustaining the programs, staff, and services that our community expects for Concrete students.

More information will be shared after the November 25 Board Meeting.

At the November 25 Concrete School Board Meeting, the Board of Directors is scheduled to review and approve a resolution to run a four-year replacement Educational Programs & Operations (EP&O) Levy for voter consideration in the February 2026 Special Election. This replacement levy would continue local funding that supports essential educational programs, staffing, and student services in the Concrete School District.

As part of this process, the Board will appoint up to three community members to serve on the “For” Committee and up to three community members to serve on the “Against” Committee. These committees are responsible for writing the respective statements that will appear in the Skagit County Local Voters’ Pamphlet for Concrete School District’s levy measure.

In accordance with RCW 29A.32.280, the Concrete School District is seeking community volunteers to draft the “For” and “Against” statements. Each committee may include up to three members and may collaborate with others when preparing their statement. Committee members must:

• Reside within the Concrete School District boundaries
• Be available through December for communication with the Skagit County Auditor’s Office
• Be known to support (for) or oppose (against) the levy measure

If you are interested in serving, please complete the short application linked below by 2:00 p.m. on Friday, November 21, 2025.

The School Board plans to appoint committee members at its regular meeting on Tuesday, November 25, 2025.

Apply Here to Serve on a For or Against Committee

For more information, please contact: Superintendent Carrie Crickmore Email: ccrickmore@concrete.k12.wa.us

Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve our country.

In observance of Veterans Day, there will be no school tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11.

Concrete School District is exploring new learning options to better meet the diverse needs of students and families. Two potential programs are currently being considered—a K–12 Parent Partnership Program (Concrete Connections Academy) and a 9–12 Re-engagement and Credit Recovery Program (Twin Cedars High School).

We invite families and community members to review the information below, complete the interest survey, and attend the Community Forum on Tuesday, November 4 at 6:00 p.m. in the District Boardroom (45389 Airport Way, room 107) to share feedback and ideas.

👉 Complete the Interest Survey

To see more information on both programs, go to the Proposed Choice Programs page.

Concrete School District is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team. Current openings include:

• Paraeducators
• Coaches
• Special Education Teacher
• Bus Monitors
• Substitute Bus Drivers
• Substitute Teachers
• Substitute Paraeducators
• Substitute Secretaries

Apply today on FastTrack if interested.

📢 Community Forum – Tuesday, September 9

🕕 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Join us for an informal evening of district updates. This is a chance to hear directly from district leaders, ask questions, and stay connected to what’s happening in our schools.

Topics include:

• Capital Projects Levy Update
• School Libraries Update

We look forward to seeing you there!

Bus Route information is now available on each schools webpage under Shortcuts, or under Departments > Transportation.