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The Peninsula School District builds relationships between its schools and its audience through proactive storytelling, media relations, and community engagement.
The goal of the PSD Communications Department is to deliver information and respond to requests timely, accurately, and transparently. By telling PSD's stories, we build better connections within our greater school community.
Click below to see press releases, the latest news stories, and important links for PSD.
Media Contact
Danielle Chastaine
Digital Media Coordinator
chastained@psd401.net
Educational Service Center
14015 62nd Avenue NW
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
P: (253) 530-1000
Danielle Chastaine
Digital Media Coordinator
chastained@psd401.net
Latest News
![No School Nov. 22 through Nov. 24 for Thanksgiving]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1700256587/psd401net/xauwkf90c9bycqw6z75a/Thanksgivingwebpostgraphic.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1700256587/psd401net/xauwkf90c9bycqw6z75a/Thanksgivingwebpostgraphic.png","width":512}])
In observance of Thanksgiving, a reminder there is no school from Wednesday, Nov. 22 through Friday, Nov. 24.
District buildings will be closed to the public on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. School resumes for students on Monday, Nov. 27.
![Share in our Successes - Check out the 2022-2023 Annual Report!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1700509830/psd401net/rgyviigmxdm97r4fqwkk/2023AnnualReport_4pdf800x450px.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1700509830/psd401net/rgyviigmxdm97r4fqwkk/2023AnnualReport_4pdf800x450px.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1700509830/psd401net/rgyviigmxdm97r4fqwkk/2023AnnualReport_4pdf800x450px.png","width":800}])
The 2022-2023 Annual Report is now available online in a convenient PDF format.
This report is a testament to our unwavering commitment to inspiring and empowering every child, every day. It highlights our academic achievements, innovative programs, and the extraordinary efforts of our students, staff, and families throughout the past year.
Check out the report here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F2cpEcgXn_Pyymie_Syom03HxpJNkGie/view
![Student Board Representatives Join School Board at WSSDA Conference]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1700508000/psd401net/u0sztdk6ey5n4emdpa4n/boardandreps2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1700508000/psd401net/u0sztdk6ey5n4emdpa4n/boardandreps2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1700508000/psd401net/u0sztdk6ey5n4emdpa4n/boardandreps2.jpg","width":800}])
Two of our amazing Peninsula School District student school board representatives joined our Board of Directors in Bellevue this weekend, at the Washington State School Directors' Association annual conference.
![Celebrating Innovation: Visitors join PSD for AI For All Events]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1700100382/psd401net/iyrbdjdlqcozuk1bbtyh/WebPostphototemplate18.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1700100382/psd401net/iyrbdjdlqcozuk1bbtyh/WebPostphototemplate18.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1700100382/psd401net/iyrbdjdlqcozuk1bbtyh/WebPostphototemplate18.png","width":800}])
PSD is thrilled to share highlights from our two events, "AI for All: Redefining Education" held on Monday, Nov. 13, and Tuesday, Nov. 14. These events highlighted our commitment to integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into our educational framework, offering an exciting glimpse into the future of learning. Read more to see photos from the events!
![Goodman Students Kick Off Drive to Fill the Peace Bus with Kwabi Amoah-Forson]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1699991989/psd401net/upe5qmifiucx671xqzng/CopyofWebPostphototemplate.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1699991989/psd401net/upe5qmifiucx671xqzng/CopyofWebPostphototemplate.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1699991989/psd401net/upe5qmifiucx671xqzng/CopyofWebPostphototemplate.png","width":800}])
Local humanitarian Kwabi Amoah-Forson visited Goodman Middle School in his signature blue Peace Bus on World Kindness Day, to kick off a food and hygiene item donation drive called Fill the Peace Bus. The assembly was sponsored by Communities in School Peninsula (CISP), and Goodman leadership students launched the drive.
Goodman students are collecting items to fill the Peace Bus with hygiene items, non-perishable food and apparel like warm socks, hats and blankets. Donation bins are located inside the school through November 22, and all items will be donated to our local shelters and unhoused people.
![Honor the Veterans in Our Community this Veterans Day]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1699556405/psd401net/xluirfrqdnbcwflpscbq/2023VeteransDayGraphic800x450px1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1699556405/psd401net/xluirfrqdnbcwflpscbq/2023VeteransDayGraphic800x450px1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1699556405/psd401net/xluirfrqdnbcwflpscbq/2023VeteransDayGraphic800x450px1.png","width":800}])
As we observe Veterans Day, the Peninsula School District is honored to recognize and extend our heartfelt appreciation to the veterans among our staff members and within our community. Your service to our country and dedication to the values we hold dear—excellence, courage, culture, curiosity, and character—inspire us all.