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Back to School

This is an exciting time as we prepare for the 2025-26 school year, the resources on this page will help you prepare your student for learning on the first day of school.

 

News & Updates

When is the first day of school?

September 3, 2025

The first day of school for the 2025-26 school year for most students is Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025. Please note, it is a full day of school, not an Early Release Wednesday.

Elementary Families

Grades 1-5 students start Wednesday, Sept. 3.

Most kindergarten students will begin on a modified schedule to allow time for WaKIDS conferences. Please refer to the information from your school for specific details about your child’s first days of kindergarten.

Middle and High School Families

Grades 6 and 9 students start Wednesday, Sept. 3 (with the exception of Innovation Lab HS and SAS -- students in all grades at these two schools begin Sept. 3) 

All other middle and high school students will start school on Thursday, Sept 4. 

More information about your specific school or program start date, including Northshore Learning Options and our early learning programs, will be communicated directly from your student’s school. 

 

Enroll Your Student

New to Northshore? Use our online process to enroll your student in grades K-12. Interested in preschool? Visit our Early Childhood page for more information about enrolling for preschool.

 

2025-26 Family Calendars

The 2025-26 Family Calendars are now available to download. The family calendar is a one-page, printable, school year calendar that is available on our website in 8 languages: Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, English, Hindi, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and Ukrainian.

Start & Dismissal

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Find out when your school begins and dismisses each day.

See SCHEDULES

School Supplies

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School supplies are requested but not required.

See Supply Lists

Breakfast & Lunch

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Learn about menus, payments, and free or reduced price meals.

Food Services

Transportation

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Bus routes for the 2025-26 school year will be available online beginning Monday, Aug. 25, using E-link 

Transportation Info

Health Services

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Depending on the student's needs, health forms may be required each year.

Download Health Forms

Get Involved!

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PTSA & PTA parent volunteers work for the benefit of all children.

Find Your PTSA or PTA

Student Use of Personal Devices

To support student learning, safety, and well-being, Northshore School District has adopted a new policy that limits student use of personal smart devices during the school day. The policy is being implemented this fall based on guidance from the state and supported by Northshore’s Mobile Devices in Schools Task Force that met during the 2024-25 school year. Students in grades PreK–8 may not use personal devices at school, and families are encouraged to keep them at home. High school students may only use personal devices during non-instructional times, such as passing breaks, lunch, and before or after school. 

In all grades, devices must be stored securely when not in approved use. Exceptions to this policy will be reviewed through the IEP or 504 accommodation process. Your student’s school will share additional information about how they will implement this districtwide policy. Learn more and review our frequently asked questions on our website.

 

Frequently Asked Questions