District News

Countdown to Kindergarten 2025

We would like to welcome the students and families from the Class of 2038 to our annual Olympia School District 'Countdown to Kindergarten' event. This exciting and informative event is open to all parents/guardians who have children entering kindergarten for the 2025-26 school year, both in-district and out-of-district families. Parents/guardians and incoming kindergartners are encouraged to attend, and feel free to invite your friends and neighbors!
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OSD Board Room 3D Community Mosaic

A 3D-printed community mosaic is being installed in the Olympia School District board room to welcome the community into the district offices. Designed by Orion Hoppe (Olympia High School, Class of 2024) in collaboration with the Maker’s Den, the sign features a mosaic of 3D-printed parts inspired by the We the Builders project. Andrew Woodbridge’s Advanced 3D Design & Fabrication students at OHS managed the project, collecting and assembling all the pieces.
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2025-26 Transfer Requests Now Accepted

New and renewal transfer requests are now being accepted for the 2025-26 school year.
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July 2025 Skyward Qmlativ Launch

The Olympia School District has been gearing up for a major information system upgrade: transitioning from Skyward SMS 2.0 to Skyward Qmlativ in July 2025. This move promises enhanced functionality across key areas of student information, payroll, finance and human resources. It also improves the functionality of both Family and Student access.
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Washington State DOH launches Safety Study Hall

The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) recently published the Safety Study Hall website, a place for schools, students, and families to learn more about safety topics. Additional information about the site can be found below, including the House Bill 1230 content and links to state laws that provide schools, school districts, and educational service districts with direction on their next steps. If you have questions regarding the information below, please don’t hesitate to reach out to their team at [email protected].
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Middle School Options Program Deadlines

The Olympia School District middle school options program deadlines are right around the corner. We hope you are able to check out a few of our wonderful middle school options programs! Dates, times and additional information linked below:
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OSD Parent/Guardian SecURLy Reminder

As we approach winter break, we want to remind you of SecURLy’s Parent Portal, which is available for all OSD families. This tool allows you to monitor and manage your child’s activity on their school-issued Chromebook, helping to ensure safe and productive use during the holidays.
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2024-25 OSD Snow Letter

Every year, snow or severe conditions seem to lead to the closure or late start of our schools, and we want to keep you updated about those decisions.
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Guaranteed Admissions Program available for qualifying students

Olympia School District has partnered with the Guaranteed Admissions Program (GAP) and two private universities which provide increased access to college admissions. Juniors will receive information about the GAP program. Qualifying seniors will receive guaranteed admission letters for up to eight Washington state colleges and universities.
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