Connections Newsletter
|
Message from the Superintendent |
|
Dear Northshore Community,
As we approach the end of the school year, I want to take a moment to celebrate a life milestone that means so much to our students, families, and staff — High School Graduation season.
Together, we will celebrate all that our 2025 Northshore graduates have accomplished beginning with Secondary Academy for Success (SAS) graduates tomorrow evening. You can view the full list of graduations on the District’s website as well as the live stream information.
Our graduates have accomplished so much during their time here in Northshore. They have grown as scholars, artists, athletes, leaders and engaged members of their school communities and beyond. Whether heading off to college, an apprenticeship or career, the military, or another exciting next step, each student is well prepared to achieve their dreams. I can’t wait to see what they do next.
To the families and loved ones who have supported them every step of the way — thank you. And to our incredible educators and staff who have guided and inspired these students throughout their Northshore journey — your impact is immeasurable. This week’s celebrations are a reflection of your care and commitment.
I would also like to express my sincere appreciation to the Northshore Council PTSA for hosting last week’s spring recognition event. It was a joy to celebrate the many dedicated volunteers and PTSA leaders who give so much of their time and energy to our schools. Your unwavering support plays a vital role in enriching the lives of our students and strengthening our community each and every day. Thank you.
As we celebrate our 2025 graduates and the many contributions of our school PTSAs and Northshore Council PTSA, I am filled with gratitude. Thank you for all you do to make Northshore such a special place to learn and grow.
In partnership,
Michael Tolley Superintendent |
|
|
Successful Students, Staff & Schools |
|
|
During the next week, the Northshore School District will celebrate the brilliance, creativity, and hard work of our Class of 2025 during seven high school and program graduations. Our community is proud of what you have accomplished and eager to see what comes next for you! Most ceremonies require tickets but will also be live streamed on our website and YouTube for family and friends who cannot attend in person. Visit the graduation website for schedules and links. |
|
Congratulations to the 62 seniors from the Class of 2025 who were recognized by the Scholarship Foundation of Northshore at the annual awards breakfast on May 20. Together, these students from Bothell, Inglemoor, Innovation Lab, North Creek, Secondary Academy for Success, and Woodinville High Schools will receive a total of $441,000 in scholarships to support their post-secondary educational pursuits. The Scholarship Foundation of Northshore has supported local students for over 40 years, awarding more than $5 million in scholarships to date. Thanks to community donors, students receive meaningful awards—many of them renewable—to help ease the cost of higher education. See the full list of 2025 scholarship recipients on our website. |
|
|
|
Congratulations to our spring sports student-athletes for tremendous seasons. Two Inglemoor girls crew teams won first place at regionals and advanced to nationals June 12-15, and the Woodinville boys soccer team won the state championship (2-1) on May 31. You can watch the Woodinville match-winning goal here. Visit U.S. Rowing to watch for updates on Inglemoor crew as they compete at nationals. See a full list of teams and individuals who competed at state on our website. |
|
|
Northshore’s Cricket tournament took place mid-April through May with more than 150 middle and high school students participating. For the first time, the tournament was partly student-led, with a dedicated group of students on the Student Cricket Committee guiding the process. This volunteer-driven program gave students a chance to try cricket, a sport quickly gaining popularity in the U.S. Throughout the season, students received coaching from a veteran cricket coach who is the grandparent of a Northshore student. In addition, representatives from the Seattle Orcas, Seattle’s Major League Cricket team, visited along with their mascot to encourage our Northshore student-athletes. The season culminated in a match between students and their families. Thank you to the many families, community members, and supporters who volunteered to make this season possible for our Northshore students. |
|
|
On May 21, Northshore celebrated 71 outstanding students from preschool to grades 12+ for consistently demonstrating the value and dignity of others, treating others with respect, and promoting the common good. The annual recognition program highlights the varying ways in which our students are making a difference in their school communities and our communities as a whole. The ceremony recording and information about each award recipient are available on our C.P. and Dorothy Johnson Humanitarian Awards website. |
|
|
News & Updates |
Please note the following about our school start and dismissal times during the last week of school:
|
|
The Wall of Honor ceremony will be held at Pop Keeney Stadium on Thursday, Aug. 14 from 6-7:30 p.m. The Northshore School District and a group of alumni founded the Wall of Honor and established a process that recognizes outstanding Northshore graduates and individuals associated with the District whose careers and lives have made a difference in our world. Additionally, the Wall of Honor has established a scholarship given to a recent Northshore graduate to encourage today’s students to dream big and strive to achieve their full potential. Learn more on the Wall of Honor website. The Northshore Connections Newsletter will include an update on this year’s inductees in August. |
In partnership with Northshore Community Church, Community Serve Day will take place at many of our Northshore schools on Sunday, August 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Volunteers will be helping our schools prepare for the new school year by tidying up the grounds and assisting our educators with classroom setup. Last year, more than 2,000 volunteers participated in Community Serve Day. For more information and to volunteer, please visit the Community Serve Day website. |
|
|
School Board News |
|
|
|
Racial and Educational Justice |
The Northshore School District is committed to creating a safe, caring, and respectful environment for all students, families, and staff. During the month of June, the District celebrates and recognizes Pride and the global and local impact that the LBGTQIA2S+* community has had within Northshore. While our nation has made meaningful progress toward equality, we recognize that the journey is far from over. There is still important work ahead to achieve full equity for the LGBTQIA2S+ community. This PRIDE Month, we invite you to join us in reaffirming our support for our LGBTQIA2S+ students, families, and community members—and in celebrating their significant contributions to our schools and society. |
|
|
North Creek BSU presents the Northshore School District Juneteenth Celebration & Recognition, in partnership with the City of Bothell. The event includes food, fun, and connection, and it kicks off at 12 p.m. on Thursday, June 19 at North Creek High School, 3613 191st PL SE, Bothell. More info: rknox2@nsd.org. We hope to see you there! |
|
|
Bond and Levy Dollars at Work |
|
|
This summer, celebrate the start of Phase 1 construction on school replacement projects at Inglemoor High School and Leota Middle School, which were funded by the voter-approved 2022 Capital Bond. Join us Tuesday, June 17 at 3:45 p.m. at Inglemoor and/or at 5:30 p.m. at Leota for these celebrations. The 2022 Bond funded the development of the master plan for the replacement of both schools and Phase 1 of construction for each school. Join us on June 17 to learn more about each project or visit our website. |
|
|
Community Partnerships |
|
During the Spring Recognition Celebration on June 4, Northshore Council PTSA recognized a few special people who have gone above and beyond in service to our community and promoted the well-being and education of children in our district and beyond. Below are this year's Northshore Council PTSA Recognition Awards Recipients. Congratulations!
The Northshore Council PTSA also thanked Superintendent Michael Tolley for his leadership and welcomed our new Superintendent, Dr. Justin Irish. |
The Northshore Schools Foundation's 2025 Backpacks for Kids Supply Drive has started. This is the sixth year that the Foundation will be organizing the drive. This program involves community members, organizations, individuals, teams, and local businesses supporting NSD students who need essential school supplies for the 2025-26 school year. For more information about how to get involved in Backpacks for Kids, visit the Foundation’s website. |
The Northshore Schools Foundation will again be supporting the Northshore School District’s 2025 Community-Supported Summer Food Program, an initiative that provides nutritious meals to Northshore students and families throughout the summer months. Learn more about how to support the Summer Food Program on the Foundation’s website. |
As your children get ready for summer break, it’s important to remember that water activities come with risks. Since 2018, King County has seen a rise in preventable drowning fatalities, with preliminary data showing 25 deaths in 2024. Many of these tragedies could have been avoided with proper supervision and life jacket use. This summer, let's make water safety a priority to protect our kids. Visit our website to learn more about the resources available and safety tips to protect our students on the waterways. |
|
|
Important Dates |
The following section features non-school days, Northshore School Board meetings, and religious and cultural observances, including dates listed on the Days of Highest Impact and Days of Fasting charts that are part of Northshore’s Religious and Cultural Observances Calendar. This aims to expand awareness about the multiple forms of diversity among our students and families, the days that students may not be at school due to religious observances, and the days that students may be fasting.
*Begins at sundown of previous day/ends at sundown
June 9
June 11
June 19
June 20
June 23
July 3
July 4
July 14
Additional Religious and Cultural Observances The following section features additional important dates, including those listed on the Full Religious and Cultural Observances chart three, which is part of Northshore’s Religious and Cultural Observances Calendar.
*Begins at sundown of previous day/ends at sundown
June 1-30
June 9
June 15
June 16
June 19
June 20
July 9
|