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![a 4-photo collage of PSD Students during the 2024-25 school year.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733185866/puyallupk12waus/gbug6ebkhkprmwaubnik/LookingforCommunicationsAdvisoryMembers.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733185866/puyallupk12waus/gbug6ebkhkprmwaubnik/LookingforCommunicationsAdvisoryMembers.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1733185866/puyallupk12waus/gbug6ebkhkprmwaubnik/LookingforCommunicationsAdvisoryMembers.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733185866/puyallupk12waus/gbug6ebkhkprmwaubnik/LookingforCommunicationsAdvisoryMembers.png","width":1080}])
We are seeking members to join a Communications Advisory Committee. Learn more and complete our interest form by Friday, December 13, 2024.
![a graduation cap on a clipboard with paper that says Financial Aid.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732306263/puyallupk12waus/uvegdn40s3qjfwbkeex9/Applyfor2024-25FAFSAWAFSA.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732306263/puyallupk12waus/uvegdn40s3qjfwbkeex9/Applyfor2024-25FAFSAWAFSA.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1732306263/puyallupk12waus/uvegdn40s3qjfwbkeex9/Applyfor2024-25FAFSAWAFSA.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1732306263/puyallupk12waus/uvegdn40s3qjfwbkeex9/Applyfor2024-25FAFSAWAFSA.png","width":1080}])
High school seniors and others planning to attend college or career training during the 2025-26 school year can begin applying for aid on December 1, 2024.
![an pen on top of a paper application]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1702075548/puyallupk12waus/fmnlmf5nmhg7rkvvol7m/SecondaryNon-ResidentWaiverApplicationPeriod1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1702075548/puyallupk12waus/fmnlmf5nmhg7rkvvol7m/SecondaryNon-ResidentWaiverApplicationPeriod1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1702075548/puyallupk12waus/fmnlmf5nmhg7rkvvol7m/SecondaryNon-ResidentWaiverApplicationPeriod1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1702075548/puyallupk12waus/fmnlmf5nmhg7rkvvol7m/SecondaryNon-ResidentWaiverApplicationPeriod1.png","width":1080}])
Starting Tuesday, December 10, families can submit an In-District Transfer Request or Out-of-District Waiver for junior high and high school students for the 2025-26 school year.
![A photo of a student smiling at a desk with other students behind them.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731954051/puyallupk12waus/f9eijclkhmk8o6mbppbh/Grades3-5ApplytoTestingConsiderationfor2025-26QUESTProgrambyDec6.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731954051/puyallupk12waus/f9eijclkhmk8o6mbppbh/Grades3-5ApplytoTestingConsiderationfor2025-26QUESTProgrambyDec6.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731954051/puyallupk12waus/f9eijclkhmk8o6mbppbh/Grades3-5ApplytoTestingConsiderationfor2025-26QUESTProgrambyDec6.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731954051/puyallupk12waus/f9eijclkhmk8o6mbppbh/Grades3-5ApplytoTestingConsiderationfor2025-26QUESTProgrambyDec6.png","width":1080}])
Highly capable students perform or show the potential of performing at significantly advanced academic levels.
![a school bus in the snow]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731453871/puyallupk12waus/kspss0fcfsfoszbkav00/InclementWeatherandLTRRoutes.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731453871/puyallupk12waus/kspss0fcfsfoszbkav00/InclementWeatherandLTRRoutes.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731453871/puyallupk12waus/kspss0fcfsfoszbkav00/InclementWeatherandLTRRoutes.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731453871/puyallupk12waus/kspss0fcfsfoszbkav00/InclementWeatherandLTRRoutes.png","width":1080}])
As winter weather approaches, districtwide and individual school delays and closures may occur due to weather, power outages, or other operational emergencies.
![glasses on top of a stack of books in front of a chalkboard]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1705960879/puyallupk12waus/wmlkktuxgi5nfyr8nmpf/SeekingHighSchoolAmericanStudiesMaterials.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1705960879/puyallupk12waus/wmlkktuxgi5nfyr8nmpf/SeekingHighSchoolAmericanStudiesMaterials.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1705960879/puyallupk12waus/wmlkktuxgi5nfyr8nmpf/SeekingHighSchoolAmericanStudiesMaterials.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1705960879/puyallupk12waus/wmlkktuxgi5nfyr8nmpf/SeekingHighSchoolAmericanStudiesMaterials.png","width":1080}])
The Puyallup School District Teaching and Learning Department is seeking information on High School Finite Math Curriculum Materials for grades 11-12.
![A street on the Puyallup High School Campus that will be closed for a project]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1722553857/puyallupk12waus/rggcu7bmupeqnmjx19tu/UpcomingRoadClosureandTrafficFlowChangesnearPuyallupHighSchool.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1722553857/puyallupk12waus/rggcu7bmupeqnmjx19tu/UpcomingRoadClosureandTrafficFlowChangesnearPuyallupHighSchool.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1722553857/puyallupk12waus/rggcu7bmupeqnmjx19tu/UpcomingRoadClosureandTrafficFlowChangesnearPuyallupHighSchool.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1722553857/puyallupk12waus/rggcu7bmupeqnmjx19tu/UpcomingRoadClosureandTrafficFlowChangesnearPuyallupHighSchool.png","width":1080}])
Due to community concerns, the district has decided to delay the road closure of 7th St. NW between 3rd Ave NW and W. Main St. until Nov. 4, 2024.
![A Karshner Elementary Dual Language Teacher and Student]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1729626201/puyallupk12waus/vlcjrqn7ii5jonmmw907/DualLanguage.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1729626201/puyallupk12waus/vlcjrqn7ii5jonmmw907/DualLanguage.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1729626201/puyallupk12waus/vlcjrqn7ii5jonmmw907/DualLanguage.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1729626201/puyallupk12waus/vlcjrqn7ii5jonmmw907/DualLanguage.png","width":1080}])
We will host three informational sessions for families interested in the PSD Dual Language Program for students in grades K-7 for the 2025-26 school year.
![a kindergarten academy student at Firgrove Elementary]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1706289090/puyallupk12waus/xagxztmxidvwypufdg4v/kindergartenacademy1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1706289090/puyallupk12waus/xagxztmxidvwypufdg4v/kindergartenacademy1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1706289090/puyallupk12waus/xagxztmxidvwypufdg4v/kindergartenacademy1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1706289090/puyallupk12waus/xagxztmxidvwypufdg4v/kindergartenacademy1.png","width":1080}])
Transition to Kindergarten is a free program designed to assist young learners who would benefit from additional support to be successful in kindergarten.
![a family of four smiling and spending time with each other.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727385845/puyallupk12waus/je5qtuqkgqynnmwyrzvg/FREEParentCaregiverLearningSeries.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727385845/puyallupk12waus/je5qtuqkgqynnmwyrzvg/FREEParentCaregiverLearningSeries.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727385845/puyallupk12waus/je5qtuqkgqynnmwyrzvg/FREEParentCaregiverLearningSeries.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727385845/puyallupk12waus/je5qtuqkgqynnmwyrzvg/FREEParentCaregiverLearningSeries.png","width":1080}])
PSD has partnered with Behavior Bridges to host a series of parent and caregiver learning classes during the 24-25 school year for our families.
![A picture of a student taking a picture of another picture on their cell phone]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727133782/puyallupk12waus/meu3ih7kjpglrb3bxsao/JoinUsforaPSDPatronTour.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727133782/puyallupk12waus/meu3ih7kjpglrb3bxsao/JoinUsforaPSDPatronTour.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727133782/puyallupk12waus/meu3ih7kjpglrb3bxsao/JoinUsforaPSDPatronTour.png","width":740}])
These half-day events highlight the importance of community partnerships for reimagining excellence in schools.
![a group of people in a circle wearing volunteer shirts putting their hands together.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727828684/puyallupk12waus/fvoaj0ucevowczj3v1tz/EarnaVarsityLetterinVolunteerService.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727828684/puyallupk12waus/fvoaj0ucevowczj3v1tz/EarnaVarsityLetterinVolunteerService.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727828684/puyallupk12waus/fvoaj0ucevowczj3v1tz/EarnaVarsityLetterinVolunteerService.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727828684/puyallupk12waus/fvoaj0ucevowczj3v1tz/EarnaVarsityLetterinVolunteerService.png","width":1080}])
Did you know PSD Students in grades 7-12 can earn a varsity letter by giving back to our community?
![A picture of Shaw Road Elementary and Emerald Ridge High Students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732559115/puyallupk12waus/rxwavo93af2fihodcnw5/PSDSchoolsEarnStatewideRecognitionforPositiveSchoolCulture.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732559115/puyallupk12waus/rxwavo93af2fihodcnw5/PSDSchoolsEarnStatewideRecognitionforPositiveSchoolCulture.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1732559115/puyallupk12waus/rxwavo93af2fihodcnw5/PSDSchoolsEarnStatewideRecognitionforPositiveSchoolCulture.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1732559115/puyallupk12waus/rxwavo93af2fihodcnw5/PSDSchoolsEarnStatewideRecognitionforPositiveSchoolCulture.png","width":1080}])
![David Johnston holding up his hall of fame plaque at the 2024 Washington State Wrestling Coaches Association (WSWCA) Hall of Fame Ceremony]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732303258/puyallupk12waus/quciml65xre8ndcdvqnw/JohnstonHOFPlaque.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732303258/puyallupk12waus/quciml65xre8ndcdvqnw/JohnstonHOFPlaque.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1732303258/puyallupk12waus/quciml65xre8ndcdvqnw/JohnstonHOFPlaque.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1732303258/puyallupk12waus/quciml65xre8ndcdvqnw/JohnstonHOFPlaque.png","width":1080}])
![Someone filling out a voters ballot next to a box that says vote.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1699569942/puyallupk12waus/mmzzwcfe4ne7rzky3qeq/ForandAgainst_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1699569942/puyallupk12waus/mmzzwcfe4ne7rzky3qeq/ForandAgainst_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1699569942/puyallupk12waus/mmzzwcfe4ne7rzky3qeq/ForandAgainst_1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1699569942/puyallupk12waus/mmzzwcfe4ne7rzky3qeq/ForandAgainst_1.png","width":1080}])
![a 4-photo collage of PSD Students and Educators]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731961120/puyallupk12waus/wwyy6ajmko1xs1v55y6i/CelebratingAmericanEducationWeek2024.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731961120/puyallupk12waus/wwyy6ajmko1xs1v55y6i/CelebratingAmericanEducationWeek2024.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731961120/puyallupk12waus/wwyy6ajmko1xs1v55y6i/CelebratingAmericanEducationWeek2024.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731961120/puyallupk12waus/wwyy6ajmko1xs1v55y6i/CelebratingAmericanEducationWeek2024.png","width":1080}])
![Therssa "T" Warren smiles holding the 2024 Distinguished School Social Work Leader of the Year Award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731600091/puyallupk12waus/n9dyqpzmu0uifdxmmjkk/TWarrenAward.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731600091/puyallupk12waus/n9dyqpzmu0uifdxmmjkk/TWarrenAward.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1731600091/puyallupk12waus/n9dyqpzmu0uifdxmmjkk/TWarrenAward.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731600091/puyallupk12waus/n9dyqpzmu0uifdxmmjkk/TWarrenAward.png","width":1080}])
![Apply for the Bond Advisory Committee]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1720547376/puyallupk12waus/dky6skiqvopa0dh21smg/BondAdvisoryCommittee.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1720547376/puyallupk12waus/dky6skiqvopa0dh21smg/BondAdvisoryCommittee.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1720547376/puyallupk12waus/dky6skiqvopa0dh21smg/BondAdvisoryCommittee.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1720547376/puyallupk12waus/dky6skiqvopa0dh21smg/BondAdvisoryCommittee.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1720547376/puyallupk12waus/dky6skiqvopa0dh21smg/BondAdvisoryCommittee.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1720547376/puyallupk12waus/dky6skiqvopa0dh21smg/BondAdvisoryCommittee.png","width":2200}])
![The AWSL/AWSP Washington Schools on the Rise Award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1720729363/puyallupk12waus/kyhhsbp3of5qulbpggpk/sotr.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1720729363/puyallupk12waus/kyhhsbp3of5qulbpggpk/sotr.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1720729363/puyallupk12waus/kyhhsbp3of5qulbpggpk/sotr.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1720729363/puyallupk12waus/kyhhsbp3of5qulbpggpk/sotr.png","width":1080}])
![The SBE Washington School Recognition Program Logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1720727764/puyallupk12waus/rnbvbobvpyusngxh9aj6/wsrp.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1720727764/puyallupk12waus/rnbvbobvpyusngxh9aj6/wsrp.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1720727764/puyallupk12waus/rnbvbobvpyusngxh9aj6/wsrp.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1720727764/puyallupk12waus/rnbvbobvpyusngxh9aj6/wsrp.png","width":1080}])
![2023-24 PSD Retirees and the Board of Directors at the June 17 PSD Board Meeting in the Ballou Junior High Auditorium]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718984400/puyallupk12waus/rdf8u4oaeseqfgjgbksf/RetireesRecognizedforYearsofService.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718984400/puyallupk12waus/rdf8u4oaeseqfgjgbksf/RetireesRecognizedforYearsofService.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1718984400/puyallupk12waus/rdf8u4oaeseqfgjgbksf/RetireesRecognizedforYearsofService.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718984400/puyallupk12waus/rdf8u4oaeseqfgjgbksf/RetireesRecognizedforYearsofService.png","width":1080}])