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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
![Peninsula School District Welcomes New Principal and Deputy Principal]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718920183/psd401net/grbsxdozcx81dxdz4imy/Thisisyourreminderthatyoucanhandlewhateverthisweekthrowsatyou800x450px_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718920183/psd401net/grbsxdozcx81dxdz4imy/Thisisyourreminderthatyoucanhandlewhateverthisweekthrowsatyou800x450px_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718920183/psd401net/grbsxdozcx81dxdz4imy/Thisisyourreminderthatyoucanhandlewhateverthisweekthrowsatyou800x450px_1.png","width":800}])
We are pleased to announce the appointments of Kelli DeMonte as the new Principal of Vaughn Elementary and Danielle Fischer as the new Deputy Principal of Voyager Elementary for the 2024-2025 school year.
![Read the latest edition of “Across the Board” - June 18, 2024]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718916281/psd401net/l6hpp4uagxpzbjsyq4sm/AcrosstheBoardHeader800x450px.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718916281/psd401net/l6hpp4uagxpzbjsyq4sm/AcrosstheBoardHeader800x450px.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718916281/psd401net/l6hpp4uagxpzbjsyq4sm/AcrosstheBoardHeader800x450px.png","width":800}])
Check out the latest edition of "Across the Board," your go-to source for all things happening at our board meetings.
Read Across the Board here and stay informed, plus, don't miss out on future updates!
![Celebrating Juneteenth: A Commemoration of Freedom]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718670464/psd401net/khmsrmgenxwxvdjcycd6/2024JuneteenthGraphic800x450px.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718670464/psd401net/khmsrmgenxwxvdjcycd6/2024JuneteenthGraphic800x450px.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718670464/psd401net/khmsrmgenxwxvdjcycd6/2024JuneteenthGraphic800x450px.png","width":800}])
At Peninsula School District, we honor Juneteenth as a time to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Black Americans to our nation. It is a day to reflect on our shared history, educate ourselves, and promote unity within our community.
![Remember! No School on June 19 and Half-Day on June 21]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718656405/psd401net/rw9oezpu5nl6r4vqy0jn/2024ReminderPostTemplate800x450px.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718656405/psd401net/rw9oezpu5nl6r4vqy0jn/2024ReminderPostTemplate800x450px.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718656405/psd401net/rw9oezpu5nl6r4vqy0jn/2024ReminderPostTemplate800x450px.png","width":800}])
There will be no school and district offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. The last day of school is Friday, June 21, which will be a half-day for all students. We encourage you to check with your child's school for specific dismissal times.
![Congratulations to Our Graduating Class of 2024!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718650739/psd401net/ecsdrlhwemrx1oqhdlsh/GRADUATIONceremonyLiveStream.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718650739/psd401net/ecsdrlhwemrx1oqhdlsh/GRADUATIONceremonyLiveStream.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718650739/psd401net/ecsdrlhwemrx1oqhdlsh/GRADUATIONceremonyLiveStream.png","width":800}])
This past weekend, we celebrated the achievements of our students as they graduated from our three high schools: Henderson Bay High School, Peninsula High School, and Gig Harbor High School. Read more to see photos!
![March 5 2024 board meeting announcement]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718401321/psd401net/bcnbit76mazdxrchzxk0/CopyofBoardofDirectorsMeetingGraphic2022-20231.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718401321/psd401net/bcnbit76mazdxrchzxk0/CopyofBoardofDirectorsMeetingGraphic2022-20231.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1718401321/psd401net/bcnbit76mazdxrchzxk0/CopyofBoardofDirectorsMeetingGraphic2022-20231.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1718401321/psd401net/bcnbit76mazdxrchzxk0/CopyofBoardofDirectorsMeetingGraphic2022-20231.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1718401321/psd401net/bcnbit76mazdxrchzxk0/CopyofBoardofDirectorsMeetingGraphic2022-20231.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718401321/psd401net/bcnbit76mazdxrchzxk0/CopyofBoardofDirectorsMeetingGraphic2022-20231.png","width":1920}])
The PSD Board of Directors will host its business meeting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at Swift Water Elementary School.
Click here to read the full agenda.