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Dr. Laurynn Evans, superintendent of the North Kitsap School District                                 Dr. Laurynn Evans, superintendent of the North Kitsap School District

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‘I’m overwhelmed, but I’m ready’

A conversation with NKSD’s new superintendent, Dr. Laurynn Evans

American Legion hopes essay contest will build better citizens

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American Legion hopes essay contest will build better citizens

Five Poulsbo Middle School eighth-graders honored for their compelling essays on the Constitution

From left, Cindy Webster-Martinson is greeted at her swearing-in four years ago by her mother, Marilyn Wandrey, at the North Kitsap School District offices. (File photo)

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Webster-Martinson said she may run for office again in the future

Only Native American in elected office outside of Tribal government in Kitsap County

Tonja Smith … award-winning coach and high school office manager.

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North Kitsap High School’s Tonja Smith will retire as one of top school employees in state

POULSBO — There’s something about retiring on a high note.

‘The running makes the music’: Vinland music teacher runs the Boston Marathon

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‘The running makes the music’: Vinland music teacher runs the Boston Marathon

POULSBO — Larry Orando, music teacher at Vinland Elementary School, finds musical inspiration in Bach’s “The Art of…

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Apply now for Aloha Wright project grants

KINGSTON — Kingston Garden Club invites applications for the annual Aloha Wright Educational and Special Projects Grants.

A Running Start information presentation will be held 6 p.m. March 22 at the Bremer Center, at the Bremerton campus.                                Kitsap News Group file photo

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High school students can earn college degree, diploma at same time

BREMERTON — With the price of secondary education going up every year, students can use any advantage they…

Dr. Laurynn Evans is the North Kitsap School Board’s unanimous selection for superintendent. (Photo courtesy of Dr. Laurynn Evans)

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Dr. Laurynn Evans selected as North Kitsap School District superintendent

POULSBO — The North Kitsap School Board unanimously selected Dr. Laurynn Evans as the new superintendent of the…

From left, Laurynn Evans, Christine Moloney, and Kelly Raymond.

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North Kitsap School Board scheduled to select, announce new superintendent March 16

POULSBO — North Kitsap School District residents could learn who their new superintendent of schools is on March…

Wolfle Elementary music teacher Michael McCurdy assists a fifth-grade student with their music software program Feb. 15. (Jenn Markaryan / Contributed)

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Wolfle music teacher named ‘outstanding educator’

KINGSTON — Wolfle Elementary School music teacher Michael McCurdy remembers his first days as a music teacher.

Evergreen Public Schools students experiencing homelessness camp out in a field. Student homelessness is a challenge for school districts across the state. More than 2,000 students lived in unsheltered living situations last year. (Peggy Carlson/Courtesy)

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Homeless students: 40,000 attending public schools in state

OLYMPIA — Nearly every student experiences struggles at school, but almost 40,000 students in Washington face even stiffer…

The North Kitsap Vikings placed sixth at the 2A State Basketball Tournament, March 4. (Scott Orness / Contributed)

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Gienger, Orness, VanHuis are the best

2A Olympic League Coaches of the Year

North Kitsap School District names finalists for superintendent position

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North Kitsap School District names finalists for superintendent position

POULSBO — Three finalists for North Kitsap School District superintendent were announced Feb. 27:Christine Moloney, Ed.D., chief academic…

Superintendent candidates stress relationships, rigor and relevance

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Superintendent candidates stress relationships, rigor and relevance

POULSBO — The North Kitsap School Board interviewed the six semifinalists for superintendent Feb. 25 at the district…

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North Kitsap School District superintendent candidates will be interviewed Feb. 25

POULSBO — Six semifinalists for the position of North Kitsap School District superintendent will be interviewed by the…

North Kitsap senior Kainen Warren breaks through for a shot during a game against Lindbergh Feb. 15. (Harry McConnell / Contributed)

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Strong post-season for KHS, NKHS

POULSBO — Teams from North Kitsap and Kingston high schools are advancing from district tournaments to vie for…

Blue Water Inn owners ponder their future after fire

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Blue Water Inn owners ponder their future after fire

KINGSTON — It’s 10 a.m. Feb. 10 and on this rain- and wind-lashed morning, Sheila and Harvey Powar,…

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Kingston High School now offering online athletic registration

KINGSTON — Kingston High School now offers students and families the convenience of registering for athletics online through…

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Executive order banning U.S. entry sows fear in Kitsap

BREMERTON — President Trump’s Jan. 27 executive order suspended entry into the United States to people from Iran,…

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Two new elementary school principals in North Kitsap district

POULSBO — Poulsbo and Suquamish elementary schools will have new principals beginning the 2017-18 school year.