Dear Kitsap Lake Families,

We are thrilled to share some incredible news regarding the hard work and dedication of our students, staff, and community. The Washington State Board of Education has officially named Kitsap Lake Elementary a recipient of the Washington School Recognition award for the 2024-2025 school year!

What This Means

This isn’t just a "participation trophy"—it is a prestigious distinction based on real results. Out of all the schools across Washington, only 16% received recognition this year. Kitsap Lake is proud to be among that select group.

Our school was specifically honored for Closing Gaps & Growth for:

• Students in one or more racial or ethnic groups.

• Students receiving special education services.

Why It Matters

This award recognizes that we aren't just teaching; we are ensuring that every student, regardless of their background or learning needs, is making "tremendous growth." By closing these achievement gaps, we are proving that with the right support and a dedicated community, every child at Kitsap Lake can excel.

"Receiving this recognition is no small honor... Schools like yours made great strides to improve outcomes for students by closing gaps and showing tremendous growth and achievement." — Washington State Board of Education

A Note of Gratitude

This achievement belongs to all of us. It belongs to our teachers who tailor their instruction to meet every learner where they are, our students who show up ready to grow, and you, our parents and guardians, who support the learning process at home.

Thank you for being part of a community that values excellence and equity for every student. Let’s keep this momentum going!

Go Kitsap Lake!

Best regards,

Principal Takata

This month in counseling lessons, students will be learning important personal safety skills. We will begin by learning and reviewing important Never-Never Rules related to:

• Guns
• Fire
• Riding on wheels (bikes, scooters, skateboards, etc.)
• Crossing streets
• Riding in a car
• Water safety
• Sharp tools
• Dogs and animal safety

We will also focus on the “Always Ask First” Rule. Students will practice identifying the trusted adult they should ask first in different situations and learn that they should always ask a parent or the person in charge before going somewhere, doing something new, or accepting something from others.

The “Ways to Stay Safe” are:

• Recognize: Is it safe? What’s the rule?
• Report: Tell an adult.
• Refuse: Say words that mean “no.”

We encourage families to continue these conversations at home by reviewing safety rules and discussing trusted adults your child can go to when they need help.

Jenn Uniszkiewicz

School counselor

Click here for the link to the volunteer google form.

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One way to think about Creativity is “using your imagination to create something new or solve a problem.” Opportunities to be Creative are all around us! How can you find ways to be Creative as a family this month?

May: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

• May 22: Unused Snow Make-Up Day- No School
• May 25: Memorial Day- No School
• May 29: 2/3 Choir Performance

The Bremerton School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Carol Bailie at 360.473.1026 or the Section 504 Coordinator Mark Mayfield at 360.473.4702. Mailing address: 134 Marion Avenue North, Bremerton, WA 98312.

Carly Takata, Principal

Email: Carly.Takata@BremertonSchools.org
Website: www.BremertonSchools.org/KitsapLake
Phone: 360-473-4300
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