BSD Staff Updates
Bremerton School District is proud to introduce our refreshed brand identity, highlighted by a new district logo that reflects both our history and our future. This launch is the result of a thoughtful, 18-month process shaped by the voices of our staff, students, families, and community members.
The journey began with a district-wide survey and focus groups that helped define the values and aspirations most important to our community. From this feedback, four guiding ideals emerged: being bold and boundless; strong, diverse, and connected; inclusive of all; and steadfast in integrity, trust, and lifelong learning. These ideals served as the foundation for the design process.
Students played an especially important role. Two high school graphic design classes created more than 20 logo concepts, many of which inspired the final design crafted by a professional designer. The finished logo brings together several key elements: a bold “B with a swirling crest of a wave,
a star representing excellence and military honors, a torch symbolizing knowledge, and the district’s founding date.
Our longstanding navy and gold remain at the heart of the brand, ensuring continuity with decades of tradition, while an expanded secondary palette adds flexibility and represents the diverse voices and stories within our schools. Clean, modern fonts enhance the updated identity, balancing professionalism with approachability.
This refreshed brand is more than a new look; it is a tribute to our shared identity, community pride, and collective commitment to every student’s success. Together, we honor our past while boldly embracing the future.
Search for "Figtree"
Click on Figtree and it will add it to your selection of fonts!
Crownhill has a new Principal!
Carre Potis is the new Crownhill Principal starting in the 2025-26 school year.
Ms. Potis has been an outstanding educational leader in the Bremerton School District since 2018. During her tenure, she has served as assistant principal and principal at Mountain View Middle School, and most recently, as co-principal at West Hills STEM Academy. Her dedication to equity and student success has been evident in all her leadership roles.
Ms. Potis brings extensive experience in implementing systems that support all students in a school community. She is committed to building upon the great work already in place at Crownhill, while also leading Crownhill into its next chapter by listening and learning in partnership with the Crownhill school community.
Allyson West Joins Armin Jahr and View Ridge
Thrilled to join the Armin Jahr and View Ridge community, Mrs. West brings 13 years of dedicated experience in education—most recently serving in the South Kitsap School District—and a background in international teaching. With a heartfelt belief that every student can thrive, Mrs. West fosters a learning environment rooted in high expectations, genuine relationships, collaborative spirit, and strong organizational foundations.
A committed lifelong learner, Mrs. West continually explores fresh ideas and strategies to support students, staff, and families alike. By leading with curiosity, empathy, and a growth mindset, Mrs. West aims to build a school community where every child is seen, supported, and inspired to shine.
July and August Board Meeting Updates
July 10th Meeting:
August 7th Meeting:
Merridith Stevens, Director of Finance, presented the preliminary draft budgets to the Board for their review, questions, and input.
The recommended increase for exempt leadership and support staff for the 2025-26 school year is in alignment with the state-funded cost-of-living adjustment (IPD) provided to all BSD staffing groups were approved.
- 2025-26 Exempt Admin Salary Schedule - 2.5%
- 2025-26 Exempt Admin WST Salary Schedule - 2.5%
- 2025-26 Exempt Supervisors Salary Schedule - 2.5%
- 2025-26 Exempt Clerical Salary Schedule - 3%
- 2025-26 Non-Represented Classified – 4%
4040P; Public Access to District Records (procedure) was updated to include the name and pertinent information of the new Public Records Office for the District effective July 1, 2025.
August 21st Meeting:
City of Bremerton Mayor Greg Wheeler joined the meeting to administer the Oath of Office to Superintendent McSheehy (see photo above).
A public hearing for the 2025/2026 Budget was held and Resolution 2024/2025-33 to adopt the budget was approved.
Policy 2320- Field Trips, Excursions and Outdoor Education was presented for a first read and approved with suggested clarifications.
Policy 6625- Private Vehicle Transportation was presented for a first read and approved.
Bremerton School District
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Website: www.BremertonSchools.org
Phone: 360-473-1000
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