5/10/24

As Teacher Appreciation Week ends, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for everything you do.

Teaching is more than a job; it's about making a difference in the lives of others. Your hard work and commitment never go unnoticed. You go above and beyond, often extending beyond your job description to ensure each student feels valued and supported. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom, shaping academic success, character development, and personal growth. You are the unsung heroes of our community, molding the leaders and innovators of tomorrow.

I'm incredibly proud to lead such a dedicated and passionate community of educators. Thank you for all that you do and wish you all a restful and rejuvenating weekend ahead.

Finally, Happy Mother’s Day to all.

Our building leaders, PTO volunteers, and other staff worked hard this week to celebrate our teachers this week. You deserve all of the treats, surprises, and so much more!

PAHS students in the new Marine Biology course, taught by Tomas Setubal, have been learning about this vital ecosystem for our community. Moby Duck Seafood and Chowder donated 6 pacific geoducks for students to dissect as the conclusion of mollusk unit. Students were thrilled and dove right in.

Thank Moby Duck Seafood and Chowder for you support of our students!

Franklin 2nd graders had a great time on their annual field trip to the Port Angeles first station. Students learned about fire safety, prevention, and the important jobs of firefights. Thank you PAFD for your ongoing service to our community and students.

On Friday May 10th, Franklin had their annual “Goodies with Gals” event. Students came before school with family members and enjoyed beverages, muffins and donuts. There was an amazing turnout and lots of great connections made! Next month Franklin will celebrate again with “Donuts for Dudes.”

Hamilton Kindergarteners took center stage at Hamilton Elementary' s annual Alphabet Circus. Music teacher Dan Cob and PE teacher Krista Winn collaborate to create this unique learning experience and student performance where students showcase the skills they have learned over the year.

Great work Dan and Krista for continuing to go above and beyond to to engage our students and spark the joy of learning about music and health & fitness in our youngest students.

Do you have a fun event, classroom activity, or want to share a success story from your school building?

If so, fill out this communications request form ahead of time, and let's celebrate!

• 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

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.