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SUN Bucks, Senior Celebrations & Certified Good Boys

Posted Date: 05/21/26 (06:00 PM)


CK Connected: District Family Newsletter

In This Edition: May 21, 2026

Graduation season is here, summer support programs are back, and our newest social media stars just might have four paws!

District News

SUN Bucks are back!

Everything feeling expensive these days? SUN Bucks, also known as Summer EBT, is a program that provides a one-time $120 benefit per year to help families buy groceries for their school-aged children during the summer months. Fill out the Child Nutrition Eligibility & Education Benefits (CNEEB) Form to see if you qualify today!
The words 'LEARNING BUDDIES' are displayed in large, colorful letters, with a drawing of a smiling sun, a rainbow, and a butterfly above.

Learning Buddies Needed

We are seeking Learning Buddies to join our early childhood learning community! Designed for children ages 3-5 who are meeting developmental milestones, Learning Buddies will make friends, play, and discover new things with classmates. Families living within CKSD boundaries are encouraged to complete our interest form.

It's Graduation Season

We’re getting ready to celebrate the Class of 2026! Each of our high schools will hold a graduation ceremony next month. We’ll be streaming these events live for family and friends who can’t attend in person. We’ll also share photo galleries the day after each graduation on our website, Facebook, and Instagram pages. Find ceremony details, livestream links, and more on our CKSD Graduation webpage.

The Coundown is On

Are you ready? We're officially down to the final month of the 2025-26 school year. The last day of school is Thursday, June 18. As a reminder, that day is a half-day release. Find half-day start and end times for each school on our Half-Day Release Times webpage.
 

Therapy Dogs of CK Schools

Check out our new social media series!

We've recently begun featuring the much-loved therapy dogs across our district. First up was Zero, a certified therapy dog and the pet of Silverdale Elementary teacher Kirstie Black. They volunteer as a therapy team in memory care facilities, assisted living facilities, libraries, and schools...but the school visits are his favorite!

We also highlighted Stanley, a certified good boy and a welcoming face at Esquire Hills Elementary! Stanley loves people of all ages and is in the process of becoming a "SEA PUP" therapy dog at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
 

Important Dates

  • 📅 Half-Day Release/Parent Conferences - Friday, May 22 (view half-day release times)
  • 🎖️Memorial Day Holiday - Monday, May 25 (all sites closed)
  • 📌Regular School Board Meeting - Wednesday, May 27, 5:00 p.m. at the David McVicker Teaching & Learning Center. Find details and the agenda on BoardDocs 24 hours before the meeting.
  • 📌School Board Study Session - Wednesday, June 3, 5:00 p.m. at the Silverdale Center (Rainier Room). Find details and the agenda on BoardDocs 24 hours before the meeting.
  • 🎓Barker Creek Graduation Ceremonies - Wednesday, June 10, 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. (at Newlife Training and Events Center)
  • 🎓Klahowya Secondary School Graduation Ceremony - Thursday, June 11, 6:00 p.m.
  • 🎓Olympic High School Graduation Ceremony - Friday, June 12, 6:00 p.m.
  • 🎓Central Kitsap High School Graduation Ceremony - Saturday, June 13, 2:00 p.m.