To learn more about program offerings in Central Kitsap School District, please call:

Elementary

Secondary

Elementary schools offer a variety of enrichment opportunities for students during the school day and there are some additional educational program choices.  Space may be limited and some programs have enrollment requirements.

Students at the junior and senior high levels can move ahead at faster paces or in areas of interest by participating in a variety of programs.

Montessori (Grades 1-6)

Using the Montessori method, this program focuses on individualized learning. Students are expected to become self-managers as they become more independent. Parents volunteer about four hours a month.

Team (Grades 1 - 6)

Students progress at individual learning levels with acceleration, enrichment or reinforcement provided as needed. Parents expand the teaching and learning team by volunteering a minimum of two hours a week.  Call Silver Ridge Elementary at (360) 662-9500.

Gifted/Highly Capable

Mentors:  Each elementary school has a staff member designated as the "Mentor for Gifted Students."  This mentor has the charge of knowing the identified students in the building and supporting staff toward meeting the specific needs of these students.  Identified students are clustered and teachers develop a Highly Capable Student Plan for adapting curriculum to best meet the needs of the students.  Details about specific schools and mentor contact numbers may be found on the school's Website.

 

Self-contained:  The 2-6 self-contained classroom currently housed at Emerald Heights is designed for the small number of students whose needs are best met in that environment.

English Language Learner (ELL)

Central Kitsap's English Language Learners (ELL) program strived to help English learners develop English language proficiency while maintaining academics a grade level.

Indian Education

The Central Kitsap School District receives Federal money to operate an educational program for our students of Native American descent. All Native American students are eligible for these services. The focus for the grant is student achievement Kindergarten through grade 12.

Advanced Placement*

High school students may take Advanced Placement (AP) courses in a variety of content areas including computer science, English, math, history, science, foreign language, and more.  Many colleges and universities offer credit to students who score 3 to 5 points on AP exams. For more information, please call CKHS Guidance Office at 662-2440, OHS Counseling Center at 662-2740, or KSS Student Service Center at 662-4040.

Gifted/Highly Capable

Mentors:  Secondary schools have two "Mentors for Gifted Students" per school to support students in their secondary endeavors.  Each school offers challenge level courses to help meet the needs of identified students.  Please check the school's Website for details and mentor contacts.

Partial self-contained:  In addition to individual school choices, there is also a 7-8 grade Magnet Block currently housed at CKJH.  As with the elementary program, this block is designed for students with unique academic and affective needs.

Career & Technical Education

Junior and senior high students may choose courses with a professional/technical career focus including computer, business, marketing, automotive, or graphic arts.

Alternative Program / Junior and Senior High Schools

These educational programs are for students who perform better in a non-traditional classroom setting.

Professional/Technical Skills Center*

High school students may choose to attend regular classes for a half-day then receive training in a job setting.

Jump Start Program

Junior high students may receive high school credits by taking high school level courses in junior high or by attending classes at a CK high school.  Please contact your student's counselor for more information.

Running Start Program*

Qualifying high school students may receive credit for both high school and college by attending classes at Olympic College.

Operation Graduation

A program designed to assist students who need additional course work/credit to graduate.

English Language Learner (ELL)

Central Kitsap's English Language Learners (ELL) program strived to help English learners develop English language proficiency while maintaining academics a grade level.

Indian Education

The Central Kitsap School District receives Federal money to operate an educational program for our students of Native American descent. All Native American students are eligible for these services. The focus for the grant is student achievement Kindergarten through grade 12.

 

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CK Offers a wide variety of programs outside the school day to help meet each child's individual learning needs.

Before and after school enrichment classes

Individual schools host a variety of clubs, programs and activities

Before and after school tutoring

For students needing assistance to meet State and District standards.

Community Schools Program

Offers a variety of learning and enrichment opportunities for all ages.

Summer School

Opportunities for students to explore their interests, take advanced classes, or reinforce basic skills needed to meet State or District standards.