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NTPS Family Newsletter
Monthly digital family newsletter
Every month, NTPS families and staff enjoy a newsletter in their inboxes featuring the latest events, spotlights, construction updates, and more.
Board Meeting Highlights
![A collage of photos from the Board meeting, including the swearing in of new Superintendent Troy Oliver, award presentations, and a choir performance]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745444607/nthurstonk12waus/t4ek6qp4ek4ervytme0f/20250422_BoardMeeting.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745444607/nthurstonk12waus/t4ek6qp4ek4ervytme0f/20250422_BoardMeeting.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745444607/nthurstonk12waus/t4ek6qp4ek4ervytme0f/20250422_BoardMeeting.jpg","width":800}])
Highlights from the April 22, 2025, board meeting.
District Announcements
![District logo imposed on a photo of the district office building.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1718999078/nthurstonk12waus/oaor1a7qtxmphpht0pai/Release_GenericThumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1718999078/nthurstonk12waus/oaor1a7qtxmphpht0pai/Release_GenericThumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1718999078/nthurstonk12waus/oaor1a7qtxmphpht0pai/Release_GenericThumbnail.jpg","width":800}])
The 2025-26 board-approved calendar is posted and available. Download a one-page simplified copy, or check your school's calendar for next year's dates.
Staff Spotlights
![Charlie with students and a pile of cut plants at a science lab table]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742836615/nthurstonk12waus/bn67ytvouocei5nq9e7p/Spotlight_CSittingbull-logo_202504.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742836615/nthurstonk12waus/bn67ytvouocei5nq9e7p/Spotlight_CSittingbull-logo_202504.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742836615/nthurstonk12waus/bn67ytvouocei5nq9e7p/Spotlight_CSittingbull-logo_202504.jpg","width":800}]){kind=logo}
North Thurston High School Teacher Charlie Sittingbull engages students with hands-on, community-focused learning experiences.
School Board Recognitions
![Lynn Knox, smiling holding her recognition plaque and gift.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726678115/nthurstonk12waus/okhuvsozfgni50yr6hdb/LewinsohnSlosson_BoardRecognition.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726678115/nthurstonk12waus/okhuvsozfgni50yr6hdb/LewinsohnSlosson_BoardRecognition.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726678115/nthurstonk12waus/okhuvsozfgni50yr6hdb/LewinsohnSlosson_BoardRecognition.jpg","width":800}])
The Board recognized Kari Lewinsohn and Amber Slosson, Special Education Directors.
NTPS Community Connections Newsletter
Quarterly mailed community newsletters
Every quarter, our entire community is mailed a paper copy of our quarterly newsletter to help update our community on what's happening at their neighborhood district.
News Releases
NTPS successfully completed a round of municipal bond funding.
Alumni Spotlights
![Alumni Spotlight: Eddie Smith (NTHS '02)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730934832/nthurstonk12waus/aa2dbrmi2pqvpcsocdgx/NTHS_EddieSmith_01.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730934832/nthurstonk12waus/aa2dbrmi2pqvpcsocdgx/NTHS_EddieSmith_01.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1730934832/nthurstonk12waus/aa2dbrmi2pqvpcsocdgx/NTHS_EddieSmith_01.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730934832/nthurstonk12waus/aa2dbrmi2pqvpcsocdgx/NTHS_EddieSmith_01.jpg","width":1000}])
The University of Washington's Head Baseball Coach is a North Thurston High School Ram.
Media Contact
Amy Blondin
Executive Director of Communications
ablondin@nthurston.k12.wa.us
360-412-4417