Learning something new takes determination. Last week, I shared a video with our staff about resilience. In it, Dr. Becky Kennedy describes the space between not knowing and knowing as “The Learning Space.” We’ve all experienced that “messy middle,” and while it’s not always easy, it’s an essential part of learning.

As parents and caregivers, you play a key role in helping your child navigate their own learning space. Resilience grows when you encourage their efforts, celebrate their progress, and remind them that setbacks aren’t the finish line—they’re part of the journey.

Thank you for partnering with us to support your child’s learning!

We built eight make-up days into our 2024-25 district calendar. The board approved the use of February 14, March 7, June 18, and June 20 to replace the closures earlier this month (Feb. 3-6). Tuesday’s school closure (Feb. 25) is eligible to be made up on June 23. However, we are in the process of seeking a state waiver, which could result in an adjustment to our year-end calendar. We will share more information later this year. Thank you for your patience and understanding!

We want to hear from you! Our annual climate survey is open now, and your feedback helps shape the future of our schools. Whether it’s about communication, school safety, or student support, your participation makes a powerful statement. The survey is open through tomorrow. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts now!

Attending school regularly helps students feel better about school—and themselves. By staying on track with attendance, we can help ensure that every student has the best chance to succeed in school and in life. Visit our Attendance Matters webpage for tips. 

Semester end report cards are now available through PowerSchool Parent Access! To access your student's report card, log in to PowerSchool and click the "Student Reports" link for a printable report. We recommend accessing PowerSchool from a desktop computer or tablet. Do not use the PowerSchool app when prompted on a smartphone.

Registration for the 2025-26 school year (all grades) is now open! If you know a family who recently moved or will move to the Central Kitsap area, please point them to our website, CKschools.org/register. If you have a little one ready to start kindergarten, visit our website to learn how we set up kindergarteners for success.

We’re eager to meet all our new students!

The CK Performing Arts Center is excited to welcome Alex Zerbe, the "Professional Zaniac," whoʼs been cracking jokes onstage for almost 15 years, zigzaging between physical stunts and non-stop comedy. Join us for the show on Tuesday, March 4, at 6:00 p.m. You'll see vegetables sliced in half by flying playing cards, flaming torches, and bowling balls juggled with ease as every audience volunteer leaves the stage in triumph. Get your tickets now!

All parents and community members interested in our Montessori program are invited to attend this year’s Parent Information Night on Tuesday, March 4, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at John D. "Bud" Hawk Elementary School. Attendance to this event is a primary step in the application process. Applications for the 2025-26 program will be available following the meeting. (This event was rescheduled due to power outages this week).

Did you know Barker Creek Community School offers two remote programs that serve K-8 programs? To learn more, join us for an Information Session for New Families on Wednesday, March 5, 5:30 p.m. at Barker Creek Community School. You'll have the chance to learn more about these programs, tour the campus, and meet with teachers and staff.

TEAM is a unique learning community accepting applications (grades 1-5) for next school year. The program offers multi-age learning and meaningful, rigorous opportunities within the district's curriculum framework. Students are guided to challenge themselves as learners and be accountable for their own choices. Family commitment and involvement are a requirement for acceptance into the program. Learn more at the TEAM Information Night on Wednesday, March 5, 6:00 p.m. at the Silver Ridge Elementary Library. (This event was rescheduled due to the snow days earlier this month.)