PSESD News

Janine Thorn, the chief communications and engagement officer for Bellevue Public Schools, recently contributed an insightful and thought-provoking article to The National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) on  "Building a Beloved Community."

In the world of education, the thousands of people who serve among our support professionals are an integral part of the industry and its importance.

That’s why it’s so important to celebrate their contributions each year for Education Support Professionals week, which takes place this year from March 9-13, 2025.

Puyallup School District has announced their 2026 Celebrating Excellence Award recipients.

Now in its fourth year, the Celebrating Excellence awards program honors and recognizes staff, volunteers, and community partners for their outstanding work and unwavering commitment to excellence in supporting the success of students and schools within the Puyallup School District. This annual program serves as a testament to the remarkable dedication and contributions of those who go above and beyond in fostering a thriving educational community.

Celebrated each March 10, Harriet Tubman Day honors one of the most courageous and influential women in U.S. history.

International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global celebration of the unmistakable social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women across the centuries, with this year’s theme as #GivetoGain.

This week, the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) announced something new: the inaugural State Superintendent's Award for Educational Excellence. Forty-six school districts across Washington are being recognized — and 16 of them are right here in the PSESD region, serving students in King and Pierce counties and on Bainbridge Island.