In our district, we are incredibly fortunate to have 6 extraordinary administrators who bring a combined 166 years of educational experience to our community. That’s 166 years of supporting teachers, inspiring students, solving complex challenges, and building safe, thriving learning environments every single day. 📚💙
Mr. Williams, Mrs. Van De Wege, Mr. Hodgson, Mr. Hyder, Mrs. Schiferl, and Mrs. Houk -- Thank you for your wisdom, tireless dedication, and unwavering commitment to our students' success. We appreciate all that you do!
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Dismissal Times are as follows:
Parkside Elementary: Dismiss at 11:30am
Tenino Elementary: Dismiss at 11:40am
Tenino Middle School: Dismiss at 11:45am
Tenino High School: Dismiss at 11:50am
Who: For the Parents or Guardians of children who will start kindergarten in fall of 2027 or 2028, who live in the Tenino School District boundaries.
What: FREE Workshops to give strategies for playing with a purpose with age appropriate readiness in mind
When: 3 nights a year, with each session building on the previous. Dinner and childcare provided at no cost. Dates and Times vary depending on the age of your child.
🗓 3-4 Years (starting kinder fall of 2028) 4:30-6:00 on Wed. 10/21, Thurs. 1/21, & Wed. 4/21
🗓 4-5 Years (starting kinder fall of 2027) 6:30-8:00 on Wed. 10/21, Thurs. 1/21, & Wed. 4/21
***Dinner will be served 6:00-6:30 each night
Where: Parkside Elementary Gym
Why: Because you will walk away with developmental tools that you can use with your child immediately for FREE *$70 value each season
Space is limited! To reserve your spot go to www.readyforkindergarten.org/tenino
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Dismissal Times are as follows:
Parkside Elementary: Dismiss at 11:30am
Tenino Elementary: Dismiss at 11:40am
Tenino Middle School: Dismiss at 11:45am
Tenino High School: Dismiss at 11:50am
Did you know you can view the daily menu online?
🔗 https://teninosd.nutrislice.com/menu
Also, if you qualified for free/reduced meals last year but haven't yet this year, please make sure you get your applications submitted before 10/13/26 to avoid your student(s) returning to a "paid" status.
For questions regarding meal eligibility, please call 360-264-3420 or
email TSD-FoodServices@tenino.k12.wa.us
