5/17/24

I am excited to announce that our spring student music performances will begin next week, with our Stevens Middle School kicking-off these performances next Tuesday, May 21. As you know, our district boasts one of the state's oldest and most robust music programs, highlighting our commitment to the arts. Studies show that students exposed to arts and music education often perform better academically and have better outcomes after graduation. Music education is vital for fostering creativity and grit in our students. Please attend these concerts to support our young musicians and show our collective commitment to music education.

We also have the privilege again of hosting the JFFA Kidsfest on Friday, May 24th, in the PAHS auditorium. With the generous support of the Port Angeles Education Foundation, our district, volunteers, and artist grants, JFFA Kidsfest brings world-class performances to our K-12 students, enhancing their educational experience. This event, featuring three school performances, exposes many of our students for the first time to the world of music and the performing arts. Our ongoing partnership with JFFA & PAEF is a testament to our community's commitment to our youth and their development as well-rounded individuals. Your presence at these events means a lot to our students. Let’s celebrate and support their talents together.

I would also like to take time to congratulate our district for receiving, for the third year in a row, the Best Communities for Music Education Award. This award program recognizes and celebrates outstanding efforts by teachers, administrators, parents, students and community leaders who have made music education part of a well-rounded education.

Last week Roosevelt Elementary hosted another "Lunch with Relatives" event. Hundreds of relatives and friends joined our students for a meal and recess. Mexican food was on the menu in honor of Cinco de Mayo.

Way to go Roosevelt for continuing to open your doors and make your school a welcoming and inclusive community for our students and families.

Get ready to embark on a whirlwind journey through the Bard's most iconic works as the Port Angeles High School Thespian Society proudly presents "Super Short Shakespeare Parodies" this WEEKEND!

Prepare for an uproarious afternoon as we bring you abridged versions of 10 of Shakespeare's timeless classics, including "Romeo and Juliet," "Macbeth," and "Julius Caesar." This fast-paced one-act promises to keep you entertained from start to finish with its witty humor and clever adaptations.

Located at the scenic downtown pier, our performances will be an outdoor community event, providing the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable theatrical experience. Simply bring a chair or a blanket and immerse yourself in the magic of live theater under the open sky. Don't miss your chance to support the talented students of the Port Angeles High School Thespian Society! Admission is free, but donations are welcomed!

Come one, come all, and witness the brilliance of Super Short Shakespeare Parodies. It's an event you will want to attend!

Senior parents have announced the final plans for the 2024 Senior Parade!

• DATE // Friday, June 14th
• TIME & LOCATION // Staging begins at Ediz Hook at 2:00 pm and the parade starts at 3:00 pm and will end at PAHS.
• UPDATE // Due to the PASD recently changing June 14th from a half day for all students to a full day (EXCEPT SENIORS), They have adjusted the parade start time by delaying it one hour to allow for more engagement and participation.
• SAFETY // Please review and follow the parade rules on the attached flyer.

*Any Stevens Middle School students who wish to attend (and can arrange early pick up by a parent or guardian) will receive an excused absence.

Congrats, Class of 2024!

*This private event is not planned or sponsored by the Port Angeles High School or the Port Angeles School District.

Our PAHS girls soccer players volunteered this week at the rebuild of the Dream Playground. We are so proud of their efforts to demonstrate the RIDER way on the field, in the classroom, and in our community.

Let's go RIDERS!!!

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• May 21- SMS Orchestra Concert
• May 29 - PAHS Orchestra Concert
• June 5 - PAHS Choir Concert
• June 6 - All-City Strings Concert
• June 7 - Seaview Graduation
• June 8 - PAHS Prom
• June 10 - LHS Graduation
• June 14 - PAHS Graduation
• June 24 - Last Day of School (1/2 day for students)

Port Angeles School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Port Angeles School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinators, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinators: Scott Harker, 905 W. 9th Street Port Angeles, WA 98363, (360) 457-8575, sharker@portangelesschools.org, for Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Dr. Rachel Summers, 905 W. 9th Street Port Angeles, WA 98363, (360) 457-8575, rsummers@portangelesschools.org.