Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Hood Canal region and the Skokomish Indian Reservation, our school serves 330 students in preschool through 8th grade. We are dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every student can thrive. Our committed educators and staff work tirelessly to ensure high-quality education, rich cultural experiences, and comprehensive support services. As you'll see in our most recent Annual Report, we take pride in our strong community partnerships and our focus on student-centered learning. We also emphasize continuous improvement and our School Improvement Plan highlights our current efforts to increase student success.

School District Address
Hood Canal School District
111 N State Route 106
Skokomish Nation, WA 98584

Phone: 360.877.5463 | Fax: 360.877.9123

OUR VISION: We bring learning to life, helping every student grow, discover their unique strengths, and confidently create the future they choose.

OUR MISSION: We empower every Hood Canal student with the academic, social, and emotional skills essential for success. Rooted in the strength and beauty of our community, we create a safe, welcoming space where each student knows they belong. Through hands-on, real-world learning, we ignite their passions and help them form meaningful connections with one another and the world around them.

Community and Connection: We are all about creating a school where everyone is welcome and valued. By building trust and strong relationships with our students, families, staff, the Skokomish Tribe, and our neighbors, we help everyone know that they matter and can succeed together.

Excellence in Learning: Learning at Hood Canal is hands-on, sparking curiosity and the confidence to take on challenges. By setting high expectations and linking learning to real-life experiences, we help students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, preparing them for the future.

Inclusivity and Safety: Hood Canal School is a place where everyone feels safe and welcome. We honor each individuals’ background and culture, making sure every student is supported in achieving their full potential.

Respect and Responsibility: We teach students to be honest, respectful, and responsible. By modeling and practicing these values together, we help them grow into caring, dependable people who make a positive difference in their school and community.

School Hours
Hood Canal School Office hours are 8:00am - 4:00pm.

8:25 AM Students will be let into the building
8:30 AM Classes begin with Breakfast after the bell
8:40 AM Parent or guardian must sign in late students
3:00 PM Students dismissed

Early Release - Wednesdays

8:25 AM Students will be let into the building
8:30 AM Classes begin with Breakfast after the bell
8:40 AM Parent or guardian must sign in late students
1:30 PM Students dismissed

Dr. Lance Gibbon, Superintendent | 360.877.5463 ext. 202
Email Dr. Lance Gibbon

Jeanie Beebe, Director of Finance and Operations | 360.877.5463 ext. 204
Email Jeanie Beebe

Steven Torres, Principal | 360.877.5463 ext. 127
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Katie Kent, Special Education Director, ESD113 | 360.748.3384
Email Katie Kent

Our five-member elected volunteer School Board is proud to serve and support the students, staff, families and community of Hood Canal. Our current board members are Edie Reclusado (chair), Annie Robbins (vice chair), Kimberly Miller, Paul Thompson, and Jimmy Harris. Learn more about our Board and contact them here.

About This Website

We hope you find this website to be a valuable resource for just about everything you need to know about our district and school. The site includes information on district-wide topics, serves as our school website, and features downloadable forms, news updates, photo galleries, our school events calendar and more. We hope you enjoy our website and encourage comments and suggestions. Please forward them to our Executive Assistant Susan Vining