HOOD CANAL

Our Hood Canal Builders Club has been hard at work making a difference in our community! Since last week, these amazing students have been running a food drive to support the Hood Canal Food Bank. Today, they took their efforts even further by volunteering at the food bank, helping hand out food to local families. We are so proud of their dedication and the positive impact they’re making! 💙 Together, we’re building not just skills but also a stronger, more compassionate community. Thank you to everyone who supported the food drive so far, and a special shoutout to our Builders Club for their hard work and big hearts! 🐋 Our students are collecting food until Thanksgiving. #HoodCanalCares #OrcaPride Hood Canal Kiwanis

A heartfelt thank you to the Shelton VFW for their incredible support in making our Veterans Day assembly so meaningful. Your dedication, through the color guard and our inspiring guest speaker, brought honor and depth to our event as we recognized and celebrated the service of our veterans. We are grateful for your partnership and the important work you do in our community. Thank you for helping us teach our students about the importance of honoring those who serve. #VeteransDay #honorthosewhoserve #HonoringOurHeroes #VFW

🌟 Our transitional kindergarten (TK) students are off to a great start! 📚✨From diving into books in our cozy reading nook to developing fine motor skills with some creative cutting practice, these little learners are building the foundation for lifelong success. We’re so proud of their growth and curiosity! ❤️👏 #HoodCanalTK #LoveOfLearning #OrcaPride

🌪️ Our kindergarten scientists explored extreme weather and created their very own “tornadoes in a bottle”! 🧪 This hands-on science lesson sparked curiosity and excitement, making learning about weather both fun and memorable. 🌟 #FutureScientists #ScienceIsCool #LearningWithJoy #scienceforkids #scienceiscool #msfrizzle🧑‍🔬

🌊🌲 Our 5th graders had an amazing time at Lake Crescent. They started with a canoe ride around the lake, using an echosounder to measure the depth of the water at various points and estimating how deep it was as they moved further from the shore. 🛶📏 Afterward, they enjoyed a peaceful story time after lunch, soaking in the natural beauty of their surroundings. 📖✨ The day also included some fun team-building activities, where students worked together, strengthened friendships, and demonstrated their awesome collaboration skills. 🤝💪 Check out these moments of learning, teamwork, and adventure! 💙 #HoodCanalOrcas #OutdoorLearning #NatureBridge #5thGradeAdventures #TeamworkInAction

Ms. Warren’s kindergarten class explored the states of matter yesterday, and the students unanimously decided that “gas” was their favorite! 😄 Later, they impressed everyone with their focus and determination as they worked hard at their desks, writing their letters to the very best of their ability. 📝💖 Today, the class had a special visit from their Big Buddies, who joined in the fun of making scarecrow paper bag puppets. 🍂🎨 These moments highlight the joy of learning and teamwork in Ms. Warren’s classroom! 💕 #HoodCanalOrcas #KindergartenLife #BigBuddies #StatesOfMatterFun

Our 5th graders at NatureBridge are up bright and early this morning waiting for breakfast and ready to start a great day of learning and adventure!

📣 Exciting Update! Our 5th graders have safely arrived at NatureBridge for an incredible two-night, three-day field trip filled with hands-on learning, hiking, and adventure! 🌲🌊 Today, they kicked off their experience with interactive group activities focused on exploring the watershed. Through teamwork and outdoor discovery, they’re gaining a deeper understanding of our environment and the importance of water in our ecosystem. 🌎💧 Check out these photos of our students diving into learning and connecting with nature! We can’t wait to see all they’ll accomplish over the next few days. 🌿 #HoodCanal5thGrade #NatureBridge #HandsOnLearning #OutdoorEducation

📜 Our 6th graders in Mr. Grant’s class are diving into Ancient Egypt! 🐪 They’re creating biographic posters on famous pharaohs, exploring everything from their accomplishments and years in power to their influence on history and their dynasties. These students will soon be the teachers, sharing all they’ve discovered about how their chosen pharaohs shaped the future! 🏛️✨ #ancienthistory #Egypt #projectbasedlearning

Today, we pause to honor the incredible men and women who have served our country. At Hood Canal School, we are grateful for their courage, dedication, and sacrifice. To all veterans in our community and beyond, thank you for protecting our freedoms and inspiring future generations. Happy Veterans Day! #VeteransDay #thankaveteran #HonoringOurHeroes

Our students who met their Accelerated Reader (A.R.) goals enjoyed a well-deserved celebration! They had a fun pizza party with the principal at Chuck E. Cheese and topped it off with a visit to Barnes & Noble to pick out new books for our library. What a wonderful way to celebrate their reading achievements! 📚🍕 #ReadingCelebration #ProudReaders

Students in our BYRDS outdoor education program had an amazing day learning on the water! They built teamwork, supported each other, and connected with the beauty of the natural world. Such a great way to learn and grow together! 🌊🌿 #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #Teamwork

🌿 Honoring Native American Heritage Month at Hood Canal School 🌿 This month, we take special pride in celebrating Native American Heritage Month and honoring the deep cultural roots of the Skokomish Tribe and the Tuwaduq people, whose history and traditions are woven into the fabric of our community. Hood Canal School is privileged to be located in the heart of the Skokomish Reservation, on land generously donated by Skokomish families, creating a place of learning that brought together children from across our region. This heritage month, we recognize the significance of this land, the enduring legacy of the Tuwaduq people, and the invaluable contributions of our Native students, families, and community members. Together, we’re committed to preserving, learning from, and celebrating the rich culture that surrounds us. #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #skokomishtribe #HoodCanalSchool

📸 Today, we are proud to share this inspiring moment from our Builders Club! These compassionate students raised $494.10 for the Humane Society by creating and selling cat toys and dog treats, all in memory of our beloved head cook, Lois Wagner, who touched so many lives here at Hood Canal School before her passing this fall. 🐾 Lois was a warm-hearted animal lover, and this fundraiser is a beautiful tribute to her legacy. Thank you to our Builders Club students for their dedication and to everyone who supported this meaningful cause. Together, we’re honoring Lois’s memory by making a difference for animals in need. ❤️ #HoodCanalPride

🎶 Huge thanks to Hoodstock - Hood Canal Music & Arts Festival for their incredible support of Hood Canal School! This week, we were thrilled to welcome Shannon Crabb-Stanton, Cindi Amadio, Kelli Kohout, and Kathy Geist, who presented the school with a generous check for $7,500—funds raised at this year’s Hoodstock Festival. This generous donation will make a lasting impact, helping us inspire a love of music and creativity in our students. Principal Steven Torres and Superintendent Lance Gibbon were honored to accept this gift on behalf of our school community. Thank you to everyone who came out to enjoy Hoodstock and support our school and The Salmon Center. Together, we’re creating opportunities for our kids to shine! 🌟 #HoodCanalProud #MusicMatters #Hoodstock

We wrapped up our October attendance challenge in the sweetest way possible! A huge shout-out to all our amazing students who achieved perfect attendance throughout the month. To celebrate their dedication and commitment, we hosted a special “doughnut walk” where they earned some delicious treats. It was heartwarming to see the smiles and excitement as our students enjoyed their well-deserved reward. Attendance is key to learning and growth, and we're so proud of these students for showing up every day, ready to learn and participate. Great job, everyone! Let’s keep the momentum going for the rest of the year! #PerfectAttendance #HoodCanalPride #SweetRewards

🎃👻 Halloween spirit is alive at Hood Canal School! Our students and staff went all out with some amazing costumes – from superheroes and princesses to creative DIYs and classic Halloween creatures. Here’s a peek at the spooky, silly, and downright awesome looks from around campus! Check out more photos on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19RNfpeaxj/?mibextid=WC7FNe and let us know your favorite costume! 🧙‍♂️🧛‍♀️👩‍🚀 #HoodCanalHalloween #SchoolSpirit #CostumeFun

Tuesday, Nov. 5th is Election Day! Don't forget to vote!

🎃 Pumpkin Palooza at Hood Canal School! 🎃 Our talented students got into the fall spirit by decorating pumpkins inspired by their favorite books and literary characters! Each class put their creativity to the test, transforming pumpkins into everything from classic storybook characters to today’s beloved heroes. The results were both impressive and hilarious, with each pumpkin telling its own unique story. 📚✨ We’re so proud of our students and staff for making this project a hit! Here are just a few highlights.

It's SPIRIT WEEK & RED RIBBON WEEK. We have dress-up themes selected by our ASB students for each day with some special themes for certain grade levels. Check it out and show us your spirit! Monday - MY LIFE IS A MOVIE and SAY NO TO DRUGS FOR RED RIBBON WEEK: Dress like your favorite movie character. Tuesday - TIE DYE TUESDAY (K-5): Wear your favorite Tie dye shirt and/or pants! ADAM SANDLER MOVIE DAY (6-8): Dress like your favorite Adam Sandler character. Wednesday - GRADE LEVEL COLORS Wear a shirt with your grade’s color! TK/PK/K-Red, 1st -Orange, 2nd -Yellow, 3rd -Green, 4th -Blue, 5th -Purple. BLAST FROM THE PAST (6-8): Dress like you did two years ago. Thursday: HALLOWEEN COSTUMES!!! Wear your costume! (see guidelines here: https://www.hoodcanal.wednet.edu/live-feed#7335007) Friday: PAJAMA DAY! Wear your Pjams to school!