Board Meeting Highlights from September 20, 2022

Miss the board meeting? Read the highlights, including welcoming new student advisors, a family perspective on Family Connections meetings, the Guaranteed Admissions Program for high school seniors, free lunches at some of our schools, and more! Read more >>

Board Meeting Highlights from September 6, 2022

The School Board recognized the North Thurston Education Foundation for their vital support, Sea Mar Community Health Center and their crucial partnership with the NTPS Family & Youth Resource Center, and a look back at the 2022 NTPS Summer Scholars program. Read more >>

Board Meeting Highlights from August 16, 2022

A generous donation from TwinStar, recommendations from the Grading Principals Task Force, and the Board adopts the budget. Read more >>

Board Meeting Highlights from July 19, 2022

The Board approved new secondary social studies and health curricula that will be implemented this fall. Bilingual instruction, library updates, and fee waivers were also highlighted at the July 19, 2022 meeting. Read more >>

Board Meeting Highlights from June 21, 2022

The board recognized some great students (and former students) for their accomplishments. Check out the highlights from the Board Meeting on June 21, 2022. Read more >>

Board Work Session Highlights June 7, 2022

Check out the highlights from the latest NTPS Board Work Session on June 7, 2022 with the Nisqually Tribal Council. River Ridge High School plans were reviewed, Native Program teachers were recognized, and more. Read more >>

Fir-tip lemonade, Medicine bags, and State Teacher of the Year Jerad Koepp

State Senator Sam Hunt joined Superintendent Deb Clemens, School Board Member Graeme Sackrison, and other district leaders to visit with Jerad Koepp, the 2022 Washington State Teacher of the Year. Read more >>

Staff Spotlight: Albert Green III, Behavior Associate

Meet Albert Green III, who has worked as a district Behavior Associate for the past three years. He has lived a life dedicated to serving others – as an Army veteran, a Special Olympics coach, and through his work supporting adolescent mental health. Learn what Including Everyone means to Albert >>

Board Work Session Highlights May 17, 2022

Check out the highlights from the Board Work Session with the City of Lacey on May 17, 2022. Read more >>

Board Meeting Highlights from May 3, 2022

At the May 3 Board Meeting, Lacey Elementary students shared their good news, HOSA & FBLA winners including a few state champions were recognized. The River Ridge ASL students performed as well as Lacey 3rd grade students. Read more >>

Board Meeting Highlights from April 19, 2022

At the April 19 Board Meeting, Mountain View Students shared some good news, the board recognized a newly board-certified teacher, and more Read more >>

Key Communicator: Dr. Antonio Standifer

In recognition for his work around equity, NTPS Community Relations staff recognized Dr. Antonio Sandifer, Equity and Languages Director, with the Key Communicator award. "He is a positive and professional example of someone willing to have critical conversations as we continue to learn and grow in our collective commitment to addressing inequities and injustices in our district and community." Read more >>

Community Conversation: Elevating Student Voices

The March 22 Community Conversation event provided a unique opportunity for NTPS School Board members to engage directly with students. Student representatives from our high schools spent the morning learning from their peers and providing their perspectives to Board members and district leaders. Read more >>

Staff Spotlight: Deron Bozeman, Warehouse Lead

Meet Deron Bozeman, who has worked in the NTPS Food & Nutrition Warehouse since 2013. His busy days start early, and he loves that his job helps students and staff do their best at school. Learn more about Deron and how an "including everyone" mindset makes him feel proud of our district's collective impact on our community. Continue reading >>

Student Spotlight: Yiliana Robles Ramirez, Lydia Hawk 1st Grader

Meet Yiliana, a 1st grader at Lydia Hawk in their Dual Language Program. Listen to her speak in Spanish about her school and what Including Everyone means to her. Read more >>