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Discovery Bulletin 5-26-2026

Posted Date: 05/25/26 (06:00 AM)
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DISCOVERY HIGH SCHOOL BULLETIN
May 26, 2026



All Seniors, The Countdown Begins: 
10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2 ...............1 Week to Complete Work Before Graduation!

All work for classes must be completed and turned in 
by Friday, May 29, 2026 in order to walk at Graduation Ceremony.
The final attendance days for Seniors are June 5, for Th/F and June 8, for M/T.

Discovery's Graduation is June 9, at 6:30 PM at Chapel Hill Church
Graduates, arrive at 4:45 for rehearsal
Doors open at 6:00 for families and guests
7700 Skansie Ave, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Friendly reminder that no balloons, glitter or silly string are allowed in the venue. We want to leave the space as clean when we finish as it was when we started. Thank you for respecting this detail.

(See other important upcoming dates at the very end of this bulletin!

There is graduation rehearsal for ALL Discovery Graduates at Discovery High School on Monday, June 8, at 1:00. Please check your schedule now to make arrangements to attend. If you are borrowing a cap and gown, it will be passed out to you at this time.

Seniors on Track to Graduate June 9, 2026
Graduates, you may pick up your Hometown Proud 2026 Graduates yard sign. Please see the office during your advisory class to pick up your sign if you haven't already done so! Ask your advisor if you can store it in their classroom until the end of the day. 
 Advisors should have already passed out information to students if you have $fines$ to pay. Please visit the office to remedy your fines as soon as possible. We accept exact cash, debit or credit.


 
The Countdown Begins for Juniors and Sophomores:
10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4 ............... 3 Weeks until the Last Day of School!
It's time to really focus and complete work for your credits.
Students and families have their final conference on June 9, for M/T and June 11, for Th/F. 

June 12, 2026 is the last day of school and is a 1/2 day for students. Dismissal is at 10:20 AM.
 

Spring Academy Runs through June 5, 2026
T/Th 2:30-4:00 PM 
Get Your Make-up Work Done Now!
This is an opportunity for tutoring, drama makeups, credit recovery, Lab and PE makeups.

Robyn is doing CTE make-ups on this date:
June 4, 2026
Aurelia is doing math on this date:
May 28, 2026

 
 
 
South Kitsap Prom is Saturday, May 30, 2026 
from 7:00-10:00 PM
at the Vintage Aero Museum in Gig Harbor
 You may go to SKHS to purchase your tickets if your application was already approved. See Shiela for questions.
 

We invite all students and their families to Discovery High School’s End of the Year Picnic. 
This event is for all students and is designed to honor our seniors. 
There will be a BBQ with food, vendors with resources for families, 
outdoor games, and time to socialize! 

 
When:                 M/T on Tuesday, June 2, 11:00-1:00 PM and Th/F on Thursday, June 4, 11:00-1:00 PM
Where:                Discovery High School, 2150 Fircrest Dr SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
RSVP:                  Please reply to wiseburgs@skschools.org to let us know the number of guests attending with students so that we may plan food accordingly.
There is a revised block schedule on this day. Classes will run from 7:30-10:50 AM.
 
Thank you and we look forward to having you join us!
 
South Kitsap Walk of the Grads

Calling all Graduating Seniors,
We are excited to celebrate YOU and are extending a personal invitation to join one of our elementary schools on Friday, June 5, as they celebrate your graduation. Please arrive at your home elementary school wearing your cap and gown.  

If you have made arrangements to borrow a cap and gown for graduation and you would like to participate in this event, please see Suzanne in the office THIS WEEK to make arrangements to pick it up the week of June 1, 2026.

Arrive at your home elementary school 15 minutes prior to the time listed below:
1:45 Burley Glenwood
2:00 East Port Orchard
2:00 Hidden Creek
2:00 Orchard Heights
2:00 Manchester
1:50 Mullenix Ridge
2:00 Olalla
2:00 South Colby
3:00 Sydney Glen
2:40 Sunnyslope

 
WEST SOUND TECHNICAL SKILLS CENTER
 
SENIOR HONOR CORDS CEREMONY 2025-2026
MAY 28, 2026
101 National Ave North, Bremerton, WA 98312

You are cordially invited to attend West Sound Tech Senior Honor Cords Presentation.
AM Session: 9:00 AM
PM Session: 11:30 AM

We would be honored to have you attend!


 
 
Professional Medical Careers
Jumpstart your future in medicine while still in high school. The Professional Medical Careers program is an intensive, one-year course designed for juniors and seniors ready to gain a competitive edge in the healthcare field. Enroll now at West Sound Technical (WST) Skills Center. More info below and link to enroll at WST.
West Sound Technical Skills Center Summer School
June 22-July 9, 2026
Enrollment  is Open at WST.SMAPPLY.ORG

Summer School

  • Classes are open to students who will be in grades 9-12 for the 2026-27 school year
  • Earn a 0.5 high school CTE credit
  • Classes are Free
  • Breakfast and lunch are provided
  • WST does not provide transportation

Programs with Availability to Register:

Professional Medical Careers 

Due to construction, other programs are NOT available for summer school or have already filled.
Contact:
westsoundtech.org
360-473-0550


 
West Sound College Mixer
This Tuesday, May 26, 5:30-7:00 PM
FREE EVENT INCLUDING DINNER AT FOOD TRUCKS
THIS YEAR'S HOST SITE: NORTH KITSAP HIGH SCHOOL
For juniors, seniors, and their parents from West Sound high schools to gather for connection and information
  • Juniors- college fair, learn how to fund college
  • Seniors- meet other students going to your college in the fall, talk to a representative from that college, celebrate your future plans!
  • Parents- learn how to fund college or hear from a panel of parents who have made this transition with their children
Link to RSVP and More Information
An RSVP is not required but appreciated for planning purposes. 
 

Mark Your Calendar to Attend the PSNS Hiring Fair
Hiring for Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility
June 10-11, 2026 from 10:00-6:00 PM 
(This is a corrected date from last week's bulletin)
at the Conference Center on the Bremerton Waterfront
This will be a "hire on the spot" event, so students (and anyone else interested) 
should bring a resume, and a list of references
On-site interviews will be conducted with tentative job offers
Do not bring large bags or backpacks
Current state/government issued ID required for entry
Hope to see you there!
Civilian Careers with the Navy Info Here

Mark Your Calendar to Attend the Trident Refit Facility Bangor Hiring Fair 
for Civilian Positions
June 12-13, 2026 from 10:00-3:00 PM
at the Newlife Event Center, 9923 Poplars Ave NW, Silverdale, WA 98383
Please come prepared for resume, transcript screening, and/or interview on the day of the recruitment event
Bring multiple federal-formatted 2-page limit resumes if you would like to be considered for more than one position
Must be able to pass a physical exam, drug test, and maintain a security clearance 
Sign-on bonus ranging from $2,000-$5,0000 (if selected after onboarding)
Contact TRFBResumes@us.navy.mil with questions, or to submit your resume

 

South Kitsap Community Grad Parade
Celebrating our Seniors!
June 5, 2026
Line Up: South Kitsap BLVD (enter from Tremont Avenue Only) no earlier than 6:00 PM
Parade Starts at 7:00 PM
This event is not sponsored or endorsed by South Kitsap School District

🎯 OUR GOAL

This parade celebrates our graduates and keeps this tradition alive for years to come
The only way we ensure that is by:
  • Following the rules
  • Respecting safety guidelines
  • Creating a fun and family-friendly environment
Let’s do this right so future classes can experience the same celebration.

🎉 BEFORE YOU ARRIVE

  • We highly encourage grads to have another responsible adult drive so you can have a safe and fun time. Enjoy yourself and take it all in!
  • You can decorate yourself and vehicle on Port Orchard Boulevard during the 6:00–7:00 PM prep/line up hour
  • Please take all trash with you
  • You are encouraged to check out an SK flag on a pole at the parade line up and return it at the end of the route
  • You are highly encouraged to invite all family and friends
  • This is your moment — enjoy it! 

🚨 MANDATORY RULES (NO EXCEPTIONS)

Safety is our priority. These rules are enforced by local law enforcement.
  • ❌ NO THROWING OF ANY KIND
     (No candy, no food, no liquids, no confetti bombs, NOTHING!)
  • ❌ NO REAL COOKING
     (Grills or props must be OFF — creative displays are welcome, but just “fake it”)
  • ❌ NO EXCESSIVELY LOUD VEHICLES

⚠️ ENFORCEMENT

  • Any violation will result in:
    • Immediate stop of your vehicle
    • Removal from the parade


 

 




Kaitlyn Floyd
Financial Aid Outreach Specialist
(360) 552-1597
💡 We’re Here to Help
Katy is at Discovery every other week on Tuesday & Thursday from 7:30am to 1:30pm. Email floyd@skschools.org to schedule an appointment or speak with Susan.
$Fund Your Future$ Make the Most of Summer 🌞

Need summer support? Email faoutreach@olympic.edu with “Summer Support” and we’ll connect with you.
Let’s make this summer count
Students and Families, Please complete this survey!
Use the QR code below for the Student and Family Survey. We appreciate your responses to help us collect date on how to improve our services in the future. Thank you for taking the time to complete this short survey!





Job Postings in our Community

Warehouse worker – HD Fowler – Bremerton/Port Orchard
HD Fowler
 
Night Clerk – Fred Meyer – Port Orchard
Fred Meyer
 
Seasonal Worker – Manchester Water – Port Orchard
Manchester Water
 
Customer Service – Pizza Hut – Port Orchard
Pizza Hut
 
 


Upcoming Calendar Dates for May and June

  • All graduate work is due by 2:00 PM on Friday, May 29, 2026
  • Discovery's End of Year Picnic at 11:00 AM: M/T on June 2, and Th/F on June 4, 2026
  • Term 3 Ends June 5, for Th/F and on June 8, for M/T
  • Graduation Parade downtown Port Orchard on Friday, June 5, 2026
  • Graduation Rehearsal at Discovery for ALL GRADUATES on Monday, June 8, at 1:00 PM 
  • Graduation at Chapel Hill in Gig Harbor- Rehearsal at 4:45 PM, Doors open at 6:00 for Families, Graduation starts at 6:30 PM 
  • Conferences for M/T Students on Tuesday, June, 9 and Thursday, June 11, for Th/F students.

Reminders from Previous Bulletins

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Foster Care Month

Statewide and Local Resources to Support Foster Care Students
OSPI Foster Care Education Office 360-725-6505| fostercare@k12.wa.us