Closures, Late Starts, Early Dismissals
School closures, delays, and early dismissals due to weather, road conditions, or power outages are always possible in North Kitsap. Road conditions may vary throughout the district, so families should use their own discretion when deciding whether to send their children to school or pick them up early if they feel that conditions in their specific area are not safe.
Student safety is our top priority, and we understand that many families may be unable to leave work to meet their children in case of an early dismissal. Therefore, the district will only dismiss students early in extreme situations. It is essential that parents have a backup plan in the event of an early dismissal.
If weather conditions worsen during the day, the district may release and transport secondary students (grades 6-12) early so buses can pick up elementary students at the scheduled time. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work to ensure our students and staff's safety and well-being.
- Making the Decision to Delay or Close School
- Types of Closures or Delays
- Closure, Delay, Dismissal Communication
- Snow Routes / Alternate Bus Routes
- Picking up or sending your child up early
- Storm Preparation
Making the Decision to Delay or Close School
Types of Closures or Delays
Closure, Delay, Dismissal Communication
Snow Routes / Alternate Bus Routes
Picking up or sending your child up early
Storm Preparation
Update Your SMS Number In Skyward
Staff and Parents who are NKSD Staff Members: You must contact Human Resources directly to update your PRIMARY contact number to be your SMS number to receive calls and text messages.
For Parents who are not NKSD staff members, please follow the instructions below.
1. Log in to Skyward Family Access
2. In the upper right corner, click My Account
3. Just below the Phone box, choose Cell from the dropdown menu and type your phone number in the next box.
4. Click Save button to finish
Updates to cell phone numbers and email addresses may take overnight to process.