Public Records Request
Public Records Requests
Transparent Access to Public Information
How to Request Records
- Identify Records — Clearly describe the specific records you need. General requests are not valid.
- Submit Request — Use our online portal or contact the Public Records Officer directly.
- Wait for Response — We’ll respond within five (5) business days with records or a timeline.
- Review and Pay — Inspect records for free or pay copying costs if needed.
Submit Your Request
Use our online Public Records Request portal or fill out a Public Records Request Form and email it to publicrecords@psd401.net.
Submit with the Online Portal Download the Public Records Request Form
Educational Service Center
14015 62nd Avenue NW
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
P: (253)530-1000
Shelby Cobb
Paralegal
Joseph Kresse
Public Records Officer
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. If your request is denied or partially denied, you may petition the Public Records Officer for review. Your petition must:
- Be submitted in writing (including email)
- Include a copy of or reference to the denial
- Be submitted to publicrecords@psd401.net
We will review and respond with two (2) business days of receiving your petition.
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Inspection of records FREE Photocopies/printed copies $0.15 per page Scanning to electronic format $0.10 per page Electronic files (per 4 files) $0.05 Electronic transmission (per GB) $0.10 Alternative Flat Fee Option $2.00 *Actual mailing costs may apply for shipping records
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Within 5 business days of receiving your request, we will:
- Provide the records or make them available for inspection, OR
- Give you a reasonable timeline estimate, OR
- Ask for clarification on unclear requests, OR
- Deny the request with explanation
Large requests may be provided in installments. You have 30 days to claim assembled records.
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Some records are exempt from disclosure under Washington State law, including:
- Student educational records (FERPA)
- Personnel records and employee evaluations
- Special education records (IDEA)
- Attorney-client privileged communications
- Free/reduced lunch program information
- Health information (HIPAA)
- Child abuse reports and investigations
- Examination questions before testing
- Ongoing legal proceedings materials
If records contain both exempt and non-exempt information, we'll redact the exempt portions and provide the rest.
Legal Framework
These procedures are established under:
- Washington Public Records Act (Chapter 42.56 RCW)
- Peninsula School District Policy 4040
- RCW 42.56.040 (Public access requirements)
Our commitment is to provide the fullest assistance to requestors while maintaining compliance with all applicable laws and protecting individual privacy rights.
Available Online Resources
Before submitting a request, check if the information you need is already available on our website. Many commonly requested documents/information is posted online for immediate access.