PT Schools Family Newsletter |
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Message from the Superintendent |
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Dear PT Schools Families,
Happy Spring! Welcome to our new newsletter.
We are excited to share updates with you below about the 26-27 school calendar and the PTHS/OCEAN construction project funded by the passage of the 2026 bond.
I had a wonderful time last weekend visiting the student art exhibition downtown during Art Walk. Such amazing art from all four of our schools! Thank you to our art teachers, student artists, PTA and City of PT Arts Commission for putting on such a wonderful multi-day event. It was also great to see our student musicians playing music and the PT Cruiser Food Truck serving tasty treats.
This month we are celebrating Secretary/Administrative Professionals Week. We are so grateful to our district and school secretaries for all the many jobs they juggle effortlessly every day!
Reminder, there is no school next week for spring break.
Enjoy the sunshine,
Linda Rosenbury
PT Schools Superintendent
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2026 - 2027 School Calendar |
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The 26-27 school calendar includes the following key dates:
September 1st: First Day of School (note that this is before Labor Day)
November 23rd - 27th: Fall Break
December 19th - January 3rd: Winter Break
February 15th - 19th: Mid-Winter Break (No intersession due to decreased interest)
April 12th - 16th: Spring Break
June 24th: Last Day of School
Click on the image below to go to the School Calendar webpage!
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PT Schools has launched a new website to follow along with the Bond 2026 work and progress. The site is www.ptschools.org/page/bondprogress.
Updates and reports will be posted here as well as photos, timelines and ways to give input in the process.
Upcoming Community Engagement Opportunities
May 18th, 2026 - Bond progress presentation to Port Townsend City Council 6 pm
August TBD, 2026 - Table at Port Townsend Farmer's Market 9 am - 2 pm
Questions? Thoughts? Please email us at info@ptschools.org.
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Thank You Administrative Assistants! |
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Secretary/Administrative Professionals Week, observed April 19–25, is a time to appreciate the dedicated individuals who support our schools in countless ways.
With professionalism, grace, and kindness, they manage both visible and behind-the-scenes responsibilities, ensuring that our staff, students, and families are consistently supported.
Their steady commitment and attention to detail play an essential role in the successful operation of our district. Thank you to our secretaries and administrative professionals!
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Port Townsend School Board Directors walked through schools this spring to see School Improvement Plans (SIPs) in action. You can find SIPs for every school on their school websites. Student and family survey data helps inform the creation of SIPs every year. Thank you!
On April 2nd, Associated Student Body (ASB) students and advisors were honored by the Board for their significant contributions to promoting positive school culture and increasing student voice.
The Port Townsend School Board typically meets on the first and third Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. unless otherwise stated. You can learn more at www.ptschools.org/page/board-meeting-information
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All Schools Student Art Exhibition |
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Salish Coast Multicultural Night |
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Port Townsend High School & Blue Heron ASB Workshops |
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OCEAN "Trashion" Wearable Art Show |
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YMCA Food Over Break
The Olympic Peninsula YMCA is looking forward to connecting with families at their April School Break Food pop up events! Families with children (0-18) and Jefferson County young adults (up to age 24) are invited to sign up for extra help with food during school breaks. The hope is that this will make healthy food more accessible when school is not in session. Selections always include high-quality, fresh and shelf-stable foods.
If you or someone you know needs extra food support during spring break, please complete this form: https://forms.gle/sd368Msz1a2VvcB3A .
Food Over Break Pop Up Events:
Wednesday, April 8: Brinnon 3:30-5 p.m. & Quilcene 4-5:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 9: Port Hadlock 3:30-5 p.m. & Port Townsend 6-7:30 p.m.
Port Hadlock and Port Townsend please bring your own bags to fill!
Learn more at www.olympicpeninsulaymca.org/jcmeals.
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Non-Discrimination Statement
Port Townsend School District No. 50 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, immigration status, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The district provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
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