C.P. & Dorothy Johnson Humanitarian Award
We recognize two students from each school who display the characteristics of a humanitarian in their school and community.
Mental Health Awareness Month
You are not alone. There are community supports for mental health, suicide prevention, substance abuse, self-harm and more.
Learn More About Our Resources Join Upcoming Virtual Mental Health Events
Summer School 2023
Registration Open
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Open For 2023-24
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We are committed to equity, to safety and supports for students and adults, and to building on the strengths and addressing the needs of the whole child.
News & Events
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The Scholarship Foundation of Northshore recognized 52 graduating Northshore seniors during its 2023 Scholarship Awards Breakfast on May 16. These awards total $400,000 for our students.
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The Northshore School District is proud to announce the success of its students at the 2023 WMEA/WIAA State Solo and Ensemble Contest in Ellensburg on April 28-29. Four student soloists and one ensemble finished top 3 in the state.
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Congratulations to Northshore Middle School social studies teacher Alan Plummer for being named the National History Day Junior Teacher of the Year for Washington state!
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The Northshore School District is pleased to announce that Ms. JoLynn Berge has been selected as the district's next Deputy Superintendent and Chief Financial Officer.
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In spring of 2023, 200 classrooms across Northshore are receiving updates to technology equipment used by educators for classroom instruction. Interactive LED panels and audio amplification systems will be placed in classrooms at 24 schools to replace aging equipment.
Superintendent’s Blog
To keep families, staff, and community members up to date with all of the great things happening in Northshore, Superintendent Michael Tolley maintains a weekly blog.
Our actions are grounded in a strong belief in the capacity of every student to achieve academic and social-emotional success that prepares them to thrive in a world yet to be imagined.
Strategic Plan
The Strategic Plan represents months of community conversations to help define clear strategic goals, determine how to measure them, and identify instructional techniques that will bring them to life in the classroom.
Equity & Diversity
We are committed to ensuring that all students are provided equitable opportunities to learn in an environment where they are nurtured and supported to succeed at high levels throughout their K-12 experiences and beyond.
Safety & Security
We take proactive measures to protect the safety of all our students and staff members.
Tax Dollars at Work
Growth brings new families looking for the excellent education and opportunities provided by Northshore School District.
Community
A successful school system works in partnership with students, parents, staff and community members.
School Board
School Board members exemplify citizen ownership and decision-making in the schools. They volunteer hundreds of hours and an immeasurable amount of energy to assure that schools are providing the best education for children.
Northshore By The Numbers
36 Schools
20 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, 4 comprehensive high schools, 6 choice schools.
22k Students
We serve students in Bothell, Kenmore, Woodinville, and unincorporated King and Snohomish counties.
$11 Million
The Class of 2022 earned over $11 million in scholarship awards.
Est. 1959
In 1959, Woodinville and Bothell school districts joined together to form Northshore.
Our Featured Offerings
Innovative, Creative, Critical Thinkers
Early Childhood
We offer a variety of Early Childhood Programs for children age three to five.
Athletics
We offer 11 sports in middle school and 17 in high school. Most elementary schools offer sports as well.
Elementary Music
We offer a comprehensive elementary music program.
Adult Transition Program
Students prepare for life after school. Self-advocacy, work readiness, social emotional skills, and IEP goals are incorporated into daily activities.