Gig Harbor Now staff are proud to provide coverage of Peninsula School District, Tacoma Community College, private schools and home schools, emphasizing the value and experiences of learning here and beyond.
Wednesday, Sept. 2, was the first day of school in the Peninsula School District.
Read More about First day brings jitters and smiles for Peninsula School District students
Less than a month after the school’s new athletic director started, the district posted a job listing for the same position.
Read More about School district looking for a new Gig Harbor High School athletic director — again
The new business on Kimball Drive hosts two-hour, after-school sessions where kids can explore their creative side using Legos, clay and more.
Read More about Studio Curio offers after-school arts and crafts
Erick Counts, a longtime coach and teacher at schools around the region, took up his new duties this month.
Read More about Gig Harbor hires new athletic director
Gig Harbor Junior Sailing plans to build a facility at West Shore Marina, with help from a $1 million donation from the Stearns family. A city requirement for public access could be a hurdle.
Read More about Junior sailing club begins navigating permit process for new $1.72 million facility
The Minerva Scholarship is open to Gig Harbor-area women whose education has been interrupted. Nine women received the scholarship last weekend from the AAUW and the Greater Gig Harbor Foundation.
Read More about Her turn: Meet the 2026 Minerva Scholars
Harbor Senior Connections will operate the senior center at the elementary school after the school board approved a lease on July 14.
Read More about School district leases portion of portable at Discovery Elementary for use as senior center
Altrusa Gig Harbor operates the Summer Lunch Program on the east side of the Purdy Bridge. It is intended to fill a gap for kids who rely on free and reduced lunch in school.
Read More about Summer Lunch Program keeps stomachs full while school’s out
The team representing Peninsula School District won top honors at the Navy JROTC Leadership and Academic Bowl competition this month.
Read More about TideHawks win an NJROTC national championship
Citing grants that were not renewed, Communities In Schools will be unable to provide at site coordinator at Harbor Heights or a tutoring program at Purdy.
Read More about Communities In Schools suspends services at Harbor Heights, Purdy