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BSD Staff Updates
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2024-25 Issue #13: Wednesday, April 23 2024-25 Issue #13: Wednesday, April 23

It is official! It is official!

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Bremerton's New Superintendent is Dr. Slade McSheehy

Dr. McSheehy attended last week's board meeting during which the board approved his contract (signed just prior to the meeting (see photo).


Read the full announcement!

Do you know families with a student starting kindergarten in the fall? Do you know families with a student starting kindergarten in the fall?

The Kindergarten Countdown is on!

Kindergarten registration is OPEN and we've got a number of events planned this spring and summer for our incoming kindergarten students and their families. Get more information and/or download the flyers in English and Spanish at www.bremertonschools.org/kindergarten.


Our next events are school tours at all of our elementary schools on Friday, May 9th. Those flyers will be finalized later today!


Thanks for helping us get the word out!

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be Bremerton is May 3rd! be Bremerton is May 3rd!

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be Bremerton is right around the corner! Time to sign up!

be Bremerton: A Day of Service is a districtwide service event to show the Bremerton Community and the City of Bremerton our thanks for their tremendous support of the Bremerton School District and our students.


We are looking forward to be Bremerton 2025 on Saturday, May 3, 2025! As in the past, groups will meet at Evergreen Rotary Park before heading downtown to beautify our city before the annual Armed Forces Day Parade.


    Check out the website for more info and to sign up! Participants and team leaders can both sign up through the site here: https://www.bremertonschools.org/bebremerton


    We are excited to see you there!

    BSD in the news BSD in the news

    Several BHS athletes made the Sun's photo gallery from Dave Snyder’s Lil’ Norway invitational meet at NKHS last week. Twenty teams from the region competed in this annual event.

    Area athletes compete in Dave Snyder's Lil' Norway track meet

    Area athletes compete in Dave Snyder's Lil' Norway track meet

    Photos of Dave Snyder's Lil' Norway track meet at North Kitsap High School in Poulsbo on Saturday, April 19, 2025.

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    Congratulations Bremerton softball player Yzanah Smith!

    Bremerton's Smith, North Kitsap's Bell voted Kitsap Sun athletes of the week

    Bremerton's Smith, North Kitsap's Bell voted Kitsap Sun athletes of the week

    The Bremerton softball player and North Kitsap boys track and field athlete were the top vote-getters among girls and boys spring athletes.

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    Fredericks remembered as advocate for local sports, his community and friendships

    Fredericks remembered as advocate for local sports, his community and friendships

    The Puget Sound Naval Shipyard retiree helped spark the building of Bremerton Memorial Stadium and the Kitsap Tennis & Athletic Center.

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    Join us in celebrating Juneteenth! Join us in celebrating Juneteenth!

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    Kitsap Juneteenth Freedom Festival

    The 23rd annual Kitsap Juneteenth Freedom Festival is approaching. This year's event will be held on Saturday, June 14, and will include a freedom march followed by a resource fair at Evergreen Rotary Park. Everyone is welcome to join the march and the fair. We encourage you to wear your favorite Bremerton School District or school gear!


    See the flyer here!

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    Juneteenth Block Party

    Doc luv the kids (non profit) , Emerald City outdoor movies and The Brother Tree Services would like to invite you to the Juneteenth Bremerton Block Party. Together with community partners, this a wonderful free event for the community of Kitsap to learn about this special day and provide education on the history of this moment.


    The Block Party will be Thursday, June 19, at the Perry Avenue Mall, from 1pm-5pm.


    See the flyer here!

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    Looking for volunteers!

    We will be looking for a few volunteers to help staff a Bremerton School District table at both Juneteenth events.


    If you are interested, please contact: Laine Bowie, laine.bowie@bremertonschools.org

    New Buildings Updates New Buildings Updates

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    The excitement is building!

    Check out the latest updates about our two new elementary school projects - Armin Jahr Elementary and View Ridge Elementary Arts Academy! There are new design schematics hot off the press and some information about the interim campus for Armin Jahr!


    Armin Jahr Elementary Update

    View Ridge Elementary Arts Academy Update

    Thanks to all who "Purpled Up" for military kids last week! Thanks to all who "Purpled Up" for military kids last week!

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    Transportation's Spotlight: Mr. Lon Bevers Transportation's Spotlight: Mr. Lon Bevers

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    April 21st marked 4 years driving a school bus with BSD - and not a single hour of work missed!

    Nor has he ever turned down a request for help or to pick up extra duties.


    Lon is always a bright light in what can sometimes be a difficult or stressful environment and is ALWAYS ready to make someone smile with a joke. We appreciate his dependability, his work ethic and his sense of humor over here in the transportation building!

    Are you retiring this year? Are you retiring this year?

    We want to celebrate you!

    The deadline to submit retiree paperwork to be included in the Retiree Celebration in May is Friday, May 2!


    Classified staff still have time to qualify for a bonus - submit your retirement paperwork by June 1!

    Join us for our 2025 Retiree Celebration! Join us for our 2025 Retiree Celebration!

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    Click here to RSVP and join us in celebrating our wonderful retirees!

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    Bremerton School Board Meeting Highlights Bremerton School Board Meeting Highlights

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    April 17th Board Meeting

    At the April 17th meeting, Bremerton High School Choir teacher Wendy McPhetres provided highlights from choir throughout the school year. Choir students Lucy Cleveland, Claudia Kibbe, and Lilia Stodden (L-R) opened the meeting with the National Anthem and then sang "Warrior," a song that they'll be singing at the state solo & ensemble competition on April 25 in Ellensburg.


    President Hurley recognized April as Month of the Military Child and Volunteer Appreciation Month. Resolutions were approved later in the meeting.


    Incoming Superintendent Dr. Slade McSheehy also joined a portion of the meeting where his contract was approved. Welcome Dr. McSheehy!


    POLICY NEWS:

    The following policies were presented to the board for a first read and approved:


    • Policy 1112: Director Orientation

    • Policy 1310: Policy Adoption, Manuals, and Administrative Procedures

    • Policy 1810: Annual Governance Goals and Objectives


    The following procedures were adopted by the board:


    • 1114P- Board Member Resignation and Vacancy

    • 3211P- Gender-Inclusive Schools



    OTHER NEWS:

    • Student Attendance Report
    • Schematic Designs for Armin Jahr and View Ridge were approved by the board.

    The next Regular Board Meeting will be May 1st

    Join us in-person or online!

    www.BremertonSchools.org/SchoolBoard

    Follow the District on Facebook! Follow the District on Facebook!

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    https://www.facebook.com/BremertonSchools

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    https://www.instagram.com/bremertonsd/

    District Quick Links District Quick Links

    Teachers: Want to learn more about ParentSquare?
    District Grant Guidelines
    2024-25 District Leadership Directory
    2024-25 District Leadership Organizational Chart
    www.BremertonSchools.org/Jobs
    What's happening at the PAC
    District Forms
    If you have questions or a form is missing, please contact Lucinda.Probst@BremertonSchools.org.
    www.BremertonKnights.org
    See what sports events are scheduled for the week and get sports scores and updates at BremertonKnights.org!
    Submit website feedback/suggestions/edits here
    Please do not email Karen Bevers or the communications email as your request might get lost or overlooked. Thank you!

    Community Information & Resources Community Information & Resources

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    Creative Climate Action Art Contest

    Help us combine art and science to foster greater understanding and engagement for climate in the Puget Sound region!


    Share your passion for art and the environment using any visual medium to create original artwork in one of three climate action categories:

    • Time to Act
    • World Worth Saving
    • Solutions in Action


    All residents of King, Kitsap, Pierce, and Snohomish counties are eligible to enter. All skill levels and visual art forms are welcome!


    View the flyer here for more information and entry details.

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    Armed Forces Day Ambassador Scholarship Application

    The Greater Kitsap Chamber present this Rotary Sponsored scholarship opportunity!


    This is not just an opportunity to represent your community but also a chance to become part of the prestigious 2025 Armed Forces Parade as a Community Ambassador. The Ambassadors Scholarship program is not just about the five scholarships it awards to future your education. It’s about the life-changing experiences it offers. All finalists are provided opportunities to gain self-confidence, improve public speaking and social skills, meet civic, business, and political leaders, and develop the skills necessary for success in future endeavors.


    Entry Deadline is Tuesday, April 29, 2025 - 4:00PM


    See the full application here for more details!

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    Bremerton School District

    Email: communications@bremertonschools.org

    Website: www.BremertonSchools.org
    Phone: 360-473-1000
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    The Bremerton 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 employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Carol Bailie at 360.473.1026, or the Section 504 Coordinator, Mark Mayfield at 360.473.4702. Mailing address: 134 Marion Avenue North, Bremerton, WA 98312.
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