Sedro-Woolley

Community Overview

Sedro-WoolleySedro-Woolley is a small town with big opportunities. Founded in 1898 as the partnership of two small towns, Sedro-Woolley has grown up in the timber industry and moved from timber to technology in recent years. With more than 100 years of hard work and innovation, Sedro-Woolley is now home to one of the best school districts in the region, major employers like Janicki Industries, a leading aerospace manufacturing company, the developing Sedro-Woolley Innovation for Tomorrow (SWIFT) Center, Job Corps' first technical academy in the nation, a public hospital, vibrant downtown and room to grow.

Sedro-Woolley is perfectly positioned on the Skagit River, between Seattle and Vancouver, Canada, and is the gateway to the scenic North Cascades National Park as well as the Salish Sea. Sedro-Woolley is a city with excellent access to major thoroughfares including Interstate 5, State Route 20 and State Route 9, yet retains a rural character.  Whether you are looking to locate a new business, grow a family or come for a visit, there is only one Sedro-Woolley.


Education

The Sedro-Woolley School District, home to approximately 4,200 students from preschool through 12th grade, is deeply rooted in the community, with a strong tradition of academic excellence and Cub pride. Our schools offer a range of extracurricular opportunities, from championship athletics to performing arts, and our Career and Technical Education programs prepare students for success in the workforce. Community partnerships and family engagement are central to our mission, ensuring that every student is supported both in and out of the classroom.


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