Leschi Community Update

Hello Leschi Families,

The 2026-2027 school year is just around the corner! Our teachers are back in the building and hard at work preparing for the first day of school! All K – 5 families should know their student’s teacher now. Please reach out to the main office (206-252-2950) if you have not received this information.

Leschi staff looks forward to connecting with families on Tuesday, September 1st for Popsicles on the Playground from 4-5 p.m.

The first day of school for 1st – 5th graders is Wednesday, September 2nd. It is a full day with dismissal at 2:25.

We acknowledged that SEA voted to authorize a strike. Seattle Public Schools and Leschi will communicate regularly if a tentative agreement is not reached and the first day of school is delayed.

Preschool and Kindergartner students start on Tuesday, September 8. Preschool and Kindergarten families will attend family connection meetings on either September 2nd, 3rd, or 4th.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions before then:

gsramsey@seattleschools.org; 206-252-2950

Sincerely,

Genevieve Ramsey

• Tuesday, September 1 - Popsicles on the Playground - 4-5 p.m.
• Wednesday, September 2 - First Day of School for 1st - 5th
• Wednesday, September 2 - Friday, September 4th - Family Connections Meetings for K and preschool students
• Tuesday, September 8 - First Day of School for Preschool and Kindergarten

Leschi Student Handbook

Leschi has a student handbook that outlines our policies and procedures, expectations, and disciplinary procedures. Please access this link and review the handbook with your student.

Popsicles on the Playground - Tues, Sept 1

Gather on the playground on Tuesday, September 3rd from 4–5 p.m. to meet your teacher and reconnect with classmates. Class placement will be communicated Tuesday, August 27.

First Day of School

• As of now, the first day of school for 1st - 5th graders is Wednesday, September 2.
• Preschool and Kindergarten’s first day is Tuesday, September 8.

Preschool and Kindergarten families: teachers will reach out to schedule a Family Connection Conference held September 3rd, 4th, and 5th, in person or on teams. If the start of school is delayed, staff will be in touch about rescheduled family connections meetings.

Daily Schedule

Leschi begins at 7:55 a.m. and dismisses at 2:25 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Leschi begins at 7:55 a.m. and dismisses at 1:10 p.m. on Wednesday. There is no student supervision prior to 7:40a.m..

The first day of school, September 3, will dismiss at the regular time – 2:25 p.m.

Arrival Procedures

Students may arrive beginning at 7:40 a.m. They can either go to breakfast in the cafeteria or walk directly to their classroom. Leschi staff will be in the hallways to help them find their new classroom if they are unsure of its location. For the first day of school, parents/families may bring their child down to the classroom. We ask that you get them settled with their teacher and space and then let them transition to begin their day.

Please ensure your student arrives by 7:55 a.m. so they can begin their day. On-time arrival to school is critical for a strong start and accessing all the social and learning opportunities school offers. Gates will lock around 8:00 and all students will need to enter through the front door after that time. The Parking Lot will be closed for family drop-off. Please park in the neighborhood and walk your student to the front door.

Dismissal Procedures

Teachers will walk their classes outside at 2:25 p.m. and dismiss them directly to buses, childcare, or caregiver. Caregivers can wait by the gate on 31 or come to the black top. Launch students will dismiss directly to Launch. Any student not picked up by 2:40 p.m. will go to the office and families will be called.

Download the Talking Points app.

It is through this app that the district, school and your child(ren)s teacher(s) communicate with you. Be sure to regularly update the app to ensure you continue receiving these messages throughout the year.

PTA

Visit the Leschi PTA Website where you can learn about how to get involved in supporting the school. We encourage all families to join the PTA! Direct questions? Email: PTA_Board_at_Leschi@googlegroups.com

The PTA is still looking for volunteers to fill important roles or take on leadership for PTA events for the 2025-2026. Please consider volunteering for the PTA!

We look forward to seeing you at popsicles on the playground on Tuesday, September 1st at 4 p.m. for all students. First day of school (hopefully) for 1st – 5th grade students is Wednesday, September 2!

Principal Genny Ramsey and Assistant Principal Will English

• We need help making copies for back-to-school packets and stuffing back-to-school packets. One hour of your time helps so much! Please email administrative secretary directly dlkeene@seattleschools.org.

• Thank you to Amazon Volunteers who helped make bulletin boards and fill back-to-school packets (but there are still more).