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Welcome Back!

Dear Peninsula School District Families,

Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year! As we embark on another exciting academic journey, I am filled with optimism and enthusiasm for the year ahead. Our dedicated team has been working tirelessly to ensure a smooth start, creating a supportive and enriching environment for all students. We are committed to providing high-quality education and fostering a sense of community and belonging. Let’s make this year memorable and successful together!

Warm regards,

Krestin Bahr
Superintendent, Peninsula School District

 

 

 

 

First Day of School!

For grades 1st - 12th

This countdown
has ended.

  • Elementary Hours

    Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 

    Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

    Middle School Hours

    Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. 

    Wednesday: 9:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.

    High School Hours

    Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

    Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

  • PRINTABLE CALENDARS

    Click on the school year below to see the calendar.

    ONLINE CALENDARS

    The Peninsula School District uses Tandem Online Calendar to log the events happening all over the district. If you only want to see events at one school you can use filters to sort the calendar to display the events you want to see. If you sign up for a “My Tandem Account” you can track events in your Google, Outlook, iCal, or Cozi Calendar. Its quick to set up and it’s free!

    Visit the Calendars web page to learn more. 

  • Families can access their student's bus route information at the MyRideK12 website

    You will need your student's ID Number and date of birth. 

    Students and families can also utilize the My Ride App to track their bus. Use the following QR Codes to access the apps for Android and iOS. 

    Android

    QR code for MyRide Android app

    iOS

    QR code for My Ride iOS app

    Visit the Transportation web page to learn about activity routes, inclement weather procedures, transportation forms and more. 

  • In the Peninsula School District, we have a strategic plan goal specifically around innovation. We also are building a district rich in technology resources for teachers and students. 

    PSD will provide technology devices for every student in the district. Students in many grades will receive a Chromebook to take to and from school each day.

    Learn more about technology resources, tech guides, FAQs and more on the Technology Resources webpage

  • WELCOME STUDENTS AND FAMILIES!

    New students and previously enrolled students can register for the upcoming school year online! 

    To submit an online enrollment form, click on the button (below).  Then, contact your neighborhood school during regular school hours. 

    Interested in enrolling into Transitional Kindergarten or Preschool? You must visit the Early Learning page first! 

    EARLY LEARNING PROGRAMS

    Enrollment in the 2024-2025 School Year is open!

    ENROLL HERE 

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    REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR ENROLLMENT

    Age verification documentation: 

    Peninsula School District will accept any one of a variety of documents for purposes of verifying a student's age, including but not limited to:

    • A birth certificate; 
    • A passport; 
    • An entry in a family Bible; 
    • An adoption record; 
    • An affidavit from a parent; 
    • A previously verified school record; or
    • Any other document permitted by law.

    Other required documents

    • Proof of Address - We will only accept a utility bill. No lease agreements will be accepted.
    • Medically Verified Immunization Record - See corresponding school year below for requirements.

    Washington State Law (WAC 246-105) requires all new students to have a medically verified immunization record for school entry ON OR BEFORE THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL ATTENDANCE


    Washington State Law (WAC 246-105) requires all new students to have a medically verified immunization record for school entry on or before the first day of school attendance.

    The medically verified record includes one or more of the following:

    • Certificate of Immunization Status (CIS) printed from the Immunization Information System (IIS)
    • A physical copy of the CIS with a healthcare provider signature
    • A physical copy of the CIS with accompanying medical immunization records from a healthcare provider verified and signed by school staff 
    • A CIS printed from MyIR
    • Certificate of Exemption (COE) completed and signed by the parent/guardian and the healthcare provider for personal/philosophical, religious or medical exemption (no personal/philosophical exemption allowed for the MMR vaccine)
    • Certificate of Exemption (COE) completed and signed by the parent for religious membership exemption indicating membership in a church or religious body whose beliefs or teachings do not allow for medical treatment by a healthcare provider.
  • Check out our new menu system, Nutrislice!
    Visit the Nutrition Services web page to learn more and add money to your student's account.

    Meal pricing

     

    Elementary Middle School & High School
    Breakfast
    • Free & Reduced – $0
    • Child – $1.80
    • Adult – $2.50
    • Milk – $0.55

    Breakfast

    • Free & Reduced – $0
    • Child – $1.90
    • Adult – $2.60
    • Milk – $0.55
    Lunch
    • Free & Reduced – $0
    • Paid – $3.05
    • Adult – $4.85
    • Milk – $0.55
    Lunch
    • Free & Reduced – $0
    • Child – $3.30
    • Adult – $4.85
    • Milk – $0.55

    PENINSULA SCHOOL DISTRICT SPECIAL DIETARY NEEDS

    Peninsula School District will make every attempt to accommodate students with medical or special dietary needs. Each special dietary request must be supported by a statement; it must be signed by a recognized medical authority. The medical statement must include:

    • An identification of the medical or other special dietary condition which restricts the child's diet;
    • The food or foods to be omitted from the child's diet; and
    • The food or choice of foods to be substituted.

    Additionally, the Nutrition Services Department may make food substitutions, at our discretion, for individual children who do not have a disability, but who are medically certified as having a special medical or dietary need. Such determinations are only made on a case-by-case basis. This provision covers those children who have food intolerances or allergies, but do not have life-threatening reactions (anaphylactic reactions) when exposed to the food(s) to which they have problems.

    Below are listed are some of the options we have available for commonly identified special dietary needs:

    Gluten Free Options 

    • Deli Sandwiches on Gluten Free buns/ breads. Fillings include Turkey, Ham, Egg Salad, Tuna Salad*.
    • Hamburger on Gluten Free bun
    • Chicken Sandwich (un-breaded) on a Gluten Free Bun*
    • Chicken Strips*
    • Nachos*
    • Pizza*
    • Variety of Salads with Gluten Free Dressing

    *When available. Please ask Kitchen Manager.

    Tree Nuts/ Peanuts

    As a policy we do not offer any products that contain tree nuts or peanut products. However, we cannot control what foods are brought in from outside. Most schools in our district offer specially designated tables that are essentially “nut free”. This enables students to enjoy their meal without the risk of cross contamination from nut oils. For any specific item or concern please contact the school Kitchen Manager for information.

    Lactose

    We typically do not stock lactose free dairy products due to short shelf life. If requested we will provide a suitable substitute at our discretion for students with lactose intolerances.

    It is our goal to provide a high quality, enjoyable dining experience for all of the students in the Peninsula School District. If we can help answer any questions please contact your students’ cafeteria manager.

  • PSD is committed to creating equitable and inclusive learning environments. To achieve this, PSD will supply all basic educational school supplies to Pre-K through 12th grade students.

    Please see below for a list of supplies your students will receive on their first day of school based on their grade.


    KINDERGARTEN

    • 10 Jumbo Glue Sticks
    • 2 Big Pink Erasers
    • 4 boxes of No. 2 Ticonderoga Pencils (12 per box)
    • 1 Pack of Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip (2 per box)
    • 3 Boxes of Crayola Crayons (24 per box)
    • 1 Pack Broad Line Crayola Washable Markers
    • 1 Whiteboard Eraser

    FIRST GRADE

    • 10 Jumbo Glue Sticks
    • 2 Big Pink Erasers
    • 4 boxes of No. 2 Ticonderoga Pencils (12 per box)
    • 1 Pack of Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip (2 per box)
    • 3 Boxes of Crayola Crayons (24 per box)
    • 1 Pack Broad Line Crayola Washable Markers
    • 1 Whiteboard Eraser

    SECOND GRADE

    • 10 Elmer Glue Sticks
    • 2 Big Pink Erasers
    • 4 Boxes of No. 2 Ticonderoga Pencils (12 per box)
    • 1 Pack of Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip (2 per pack)
    • 3 Boxes of Crayola Crayons (24 per box)
    • 3 Composition Notebooks, wide rule full-page 
    • 1 Pack Broad Line Crayola Washable Markers
    • 1 Box of Crayola Colored Pencils
    • 2 Packs of 3x3 Post It Notes
    • 1 Whiteboard Eraser

    THIRD GRADE

    • 4 Elmer Glue Sticks
    • 2 Big Pink Erasers
    • 4 Boxes of No. 2 Ticonderoga Pencils (12 per box)
    • 1 Pack of Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip (2 pack)
    • 1 Box of Crayola Crayons (24 per pack)
    • 3 Composition Notebooks, Wide Rule
    • 1 Box of Crayola Colored Pencils
    • 2 Pack of 3x3 Post It Notes
    • 2 Spiral Notebooks, Wide Rule
    • 2 Yellow Highlighters
    • 1 Whiteboard Eraser

    FOURTH GRADE

    • 2 Spiral Notebooks, Wide Rule
    • 5 Elmer Glue Sticks
    • 2 Big Pink Erasers
    • 4 Boxes of No. 2 Ticonderoga Pencils (12 per pack)
    • 1 Packs of Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip (2 per pack)
    • 3 Composition Notebooks - Wide Rule
    • 1 Box of Crayola Colored Pencils
    • 3 Packs of 3x3 Post It Notes, Multicolor
    • 1 Pack of Highlighters, Assorted Colors (5 per pack)
    • 1 Pack of Fine Point Washable Markers
    • 1 Whiteboard Eraser

    FIFTH GRADE

    • 2 Spiral Notebooks, Wide Ruled
    • 5 Elmer Glue Sticks
    • 2 Big Pink Erasers
    • 4 Boxes No. 2 Ticonderoga Pencils (12 per box)
    • 1 Pack of Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip (2 per pack)
    • 3 Composition Notebooks - Wide Rule
    • 1 Box of Crayola Colored Pencils
    • 3 Pack of 3x3 Post It Notes, Multicolor
    • 1 Pack of Highlighters, Assorted Colors (5 per pack)
    • 1 Pack of Fine Point Washable Markers 
    • 1 3-Ring Binder, 1-inch

    MIDDLE SCHOOL (6 - 8 GRADE)

    • 4 Boxes of No. 2 Ticonderoga Pencils (12 per box)
    • 1 Pack of Highlighters, Assorted Colors (5 count)
    • 2 Spiral Notebooks, College Rule
    • 2 Boxes of BIC Glide Ballpoint Pens (12 per box, 1 black, 1 blue)
    • 1 Pencil Pouch
    • 1 Pack of Graphing Paper
    • 1 Pack of Crayola Colored Pencils (12 per pack)
    • 1 Big Eraser

    HIGH SCHOOL (9-12 GRADE)

    • 4 Boxes of No. 2 Ticonderoga Pencils (12 per box)
    • 1 Pack of Highlighters, Assorted Colors (5 per pack)
    • 2 Spiral Notebooks, college rule
    • 2 Boxes of BIC Glide Ballpoint Pens (12 per box, 1 black, 1 blue)
    • 1 Pencil Pouch
    • 1 Box of Crayola Colored Pencils (12 per pack)
    • 1 Big Eraser

    Bulk items for school buildings

    Some school supplies will be sent in a bulk order for individual classrooms in each school building. 

    Elementary classroom sets

    • Lapboard (One side penmanship)
    • Left handed scissors
    • Pointed tip scissors (2nd - 5th grade)
    • Round tip scissors (K - 1st grade)
    • Protractors (4th - 5th grade)

    Middle School sets

    • Elmer Glue Sticks (6 pack) 
    • Composition Notebooks - College Rule
    • Boxes of No. 2 Ticonderoga Pencils (12 per box)
    • Pair of Pointed Tip Fiskars Scissors
    • Black Sharpies
    • Calculator (Casio fx-300 ES Plus OR TI-30XII S)

    High School sets

    • 600 pages of graphing paper

    ​​​​​​​Visit ytour school’s website to learn more!

  • At PSD Early Learning, our mission is to provide high-quality early childhood education that fosters the development of our youngest learners. We offer a variety of programs designed to meet the diverse needs of families, ensuring that every child has a strong foundation for future academic success. 

    We recognize the importance of early learning in the success of our students. Research shows that students who meet learning standards by 3rd grade are more likely to succeed as they continue in school and graduate prepared for college, career, and beyond. 

     


     

    PSD offers a range of early childhood programs to meet the needs of our youngest learners, including part-day and full-day options from Monday to Thursday, and full-day programs Monday to Friday. Each program has specific enrollment requirements. 

    To make enrollment easier for all families, parents can submit an “interest survey” to connect with the program that best fits their child’s needs. All programs are tuition-free for in-district residents.

    Screening for the 2024 – 2025 school year began in the spring. All submissions will be reviewed, and families will be contacted based on program space and eligibility.

  • The Peninsula School District partners with the following programs to provide elementary students with before and after school care.

            ELEMENTARY   
     2024-25
    Artondale Y-Care
    Discovery Y-Care
    Evergreen     Boys and Girls Club.   
    Harbor Heights Y-Care
    Minter Creek Right At School
    Pioneer Right At School
    Purdy Right At School
    Swift Water Y-Care
    Vaughn Y-Care
    Voyager Right At School

     

    Visit the Onsite Child Care webpage to learn more. 

     

  • Check your school's "Welcome Back" page for more information:

    • Artondale Elementary
    • Discovery Elementary
    • Evergreen Elementary
    • Gig Harbor High School
    • Goodman Middle School
    • Harbor Heights Elementary
    • Harbor Ridge Middle School
    • Henderson Bay High School
    • Key Peninsula Middle School
    • Kopachuck Middle School
    • Minter Creek Elementary
    • Peninsula High School
    • Pioneer Elementary
    • Purdy Elementary
    • Swift Water Elementary
    • Vaughn Elementary 
    • Voyager Elementary