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The proposed levy would replace one that voters approved in 2023, due to expire in 2026. It pays for “enrichment” activities, a broad term that includes early learning, highly capable and more.
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David Olson is the longest-serving member of the Peninsula School Board. Jonathan Appleton is making his first run for elected office.
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PSD’s Position 2 race matches Matthew Bruhn and Emily DuCharme.
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Thriving Generation, a newly formed group, hosts a campaign kickoff on Oct. 10 and hopes families will participate in a phone-free weekend in November.
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The national-champion Gig Harbor Canoe and Kayak Racing Team will help Special Olympians learn about the sport on Sunday.
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The Circle of Friends Club, founded two years ago, promotes suicide prevention and aims to erase the stigma of mental illness.
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The Drone Team takes to the skies on Thursday (Sept. 17) at Gig Harbor High School for its first performance.
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Bob Marshall, the new principal at Gig Harbor High School, discussed his plans, leadership style and experience.
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Fish Bowl 2025, the matchup between Peninsula and Gig Harbor high schools, will be played in Tacoma for the second consecutive year.
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A cell phone study at the University of Washington, which included Peninsula School District, offers a look at how teachers, students and parents feel about bans.
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