| Message from the Principal |
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Dear Purdy Families,
Happy Holidays! It’s hard to believe the holiday season is already upon us. Amid the hustle and bustle, I hope you find special moments to cherish with family and friends, creating memories filled with joy and gratitude.
At Purdy Elementary, the holidays are a special time to come together as a community and focus on the spirit of giving. This year, our school has once again demonstrated the power of kindness and generosity.
Together, we donated an incredible 696 cans of food and $131 to the Fish Food Bank. In addition, students shared the spirit of gratitude by writing Gobble Grams filled with encouraging and heartfelt messages to classmates and staff. The smiles and appreciation these small notes inspired were heartwarming.
Special recognition goes to Girl Scout Troop #44527, comprised of many of our 2nd and 3rd-grade Purdy students. These remarkable girls took the lead in ensuring that every student received a Gobble Gram token, even crafting thoughtful notes for each class. Their act of kindness and leadership was a wonderful example of what it means to give back. A huge thank you to Ms. Boss, Mrs. Necessary, and our amazing PTA for supporting this initiative and making it a meaningful experience for everyone involved.
We are incredibly grateful for our parent volunteers, who continue to make a difference in our school through events like Make-It Take-It, The Penguin Shop, Gobble Grams, Panther Store, Communities in Schools, Hands-On Art, Watch DOGS, and more. From daily support to events, your dedication ensures a safe, vibrant, and supportive environment for our students and staff. Thank you for all you do!
Looking ahead, Purdy is hosting a toy and clothing drive to brighten the holidays for local students and families in need. We invite everyone to contribute by donating toys, books, scarves, hats, mittens, jackets, or other gifts. Simply send an item to school with your child, and help us spread some holiday cheer. Your generosity will make a meaningful impact on those who need it most.
As we close out this year, let’s continue to teach our children the values of compassion, generosity, and service to others. These lessons will stay with them long after the holiday season has passed.
Wishing you and your loved ones a wonderful holiday season and a Happy New Year! Thank you for being such an integral part of our Purdy family.
Warm regards,
Ms. Kristi Brooks
Purdy Principal
***Registration has closed
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- 12/9-12/13 Penguin Patch Holiday Shop daily 11:30-12:30
- 12/11-12/12 Make it Take it @ 3:30-5:30
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12/17 Biz Town 5th & 4/5 PACE
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12/20 All school sing-a-long w/ PHS choir
- 12/23-1/3 Winter Break
- 1/6 Welcome back!
- 1/13 Purdy Reads begins
- 1/14 PTA meeting @ 4:00
- 1/20 MLK Day- No School
- 1/31 Semester Break- No students
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WATCH D.O.G.S.® (Dads of Great Students) program.
Before you sign up for a slot, please complete the mandatory district volunteer paperwork.What is WATCH D.O.G.S.--The WATCH D.O.G.S.® (Dads of Great Students) program is one of the nation's largest and most respected school-based, family, and community engagement organizations. It was designed and developed by educators, experts, and parent & guardian volunteers over more than two decades.
The WATCH D.O.G.S.® programs are implemented on Elementary and Secondary School campuses to provide positive male role models for students. By having fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and other father-figures present in the school, the program demonstrates that education is important.
In addition to providing positive role models, the WATCH D.O.G.S.® program also enhances school security, reduces bullying, and provides a greater sense of campus safety. This allows students and teachers to focus on learning and instruction.
The program leverages the involvement of fathers and other male caregivers to create a more engaging and secure school environment. Through the presence of these positive role models, the WATCH D.O.G.S.® program has a meaningful impact on the students, families, and communities it serves.
At Purdy WATCH D.O.G.S. start at 9:00 and leave by 1:00. New Volunteer Sign-Up Process and Guidelines |
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Dear Dads, Grandpas, Uncles, and other Father Figures,
We are pleased to inform you of updates to our volunteer sign-up process and guidelines, designed to make volunteering in our schools easier and more effective.
What’s new:
- Volunteer Sign-Up: Volunteers must now sign up online, with an option to choose district buildings (ESC) as their location. This allows volunteers to support different schools and district events, giving them greater flexibility.
- Volunteer Guidelines: We have updated our volunteer guidelines to ensure clear expectations. These include adhering to district policies, respecting student confidentiality, and fostering positive interactions with students and staff.
Please share this information with any volunteers you work with and ensure they are familiar with the new guidelines. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.
Any volunteers who submitted a paper application will need to sign up again online. Visit https://www.psd401.net/volunteer to learn more.
Thank you for your support in making our volunteer program a success.
December Watch D.O.G.S. Sign Ups |
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View Sign Up List
Sincerely,
Purdy Watch D.O.G.S Committee
| 5 Days of Holiday Cheer at Purdy |
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Let's have some FUN & SPREAD some CHEER!
Welcome to our annual 5 Days of Cheer at Purdy Elementary! Let's keep the spirit of the season alive with some fun as we count down our 5 Days Before Winter Break! Take a look at what's to come! Participate in what you want, and pass on what you don't. This is for staff and students to join in on our spirit days throughout the 5 Days of Cheer.
We are thankful for all of you at Purdy and hope this season continues to be filled with learning and excitement!
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Monday, Dec. 16
Flannel & Plaid- Only a few more days- feel the holiday craze! Throw on some flannel and plaid.
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Tuesday, Dec. 17
Feliz Navidad! Wear red, green, and white.
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Wednesday, Dec. 18
Wear your favorite Ugly or favorite holiday sweater.
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Thursday, Dec. 19
Baby, it's Cold Outside! Wear your favorite winter or holiday hat.
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Friday, Dec. 20
Polar Express: Pajama Day. Wear your favorite holiday pajamas and enjoy the holiday fun during our sing-a-long.
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| HIGHLY CAPABLE Referrals are open |
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Do you have a student that you would like to be evaluated for our Highly Capable Program? Complete our online referral form HERE. Students from all grade levels can be referred for testing now. If the student qualifies, they can begin receiving Highly Capable services in the 2025-26 school year.
The referral window is Now-January 10th.
| Purdy Yearbook Cover Contest Winner |
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Drum🥁 roll please... and the winning cover goes to.... 🎉 Lily Bachmeier Dreyer
1st runner up... MaKenna Ortiz
2nd runners up are Gwendolyn & Ava Bruey and Harper Rutledge 
3rd runner up goes to Mia Parcell Thank you to all our students for their incredible creativity, effort, and enthusiasm in participating in this year’s yearbook cover contest.
| Panther Pride Assembly Celebrations |
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| PSD's Focus on Innovation Event |
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| Theme of the Month : Mindfulness |
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| Popcorn Friday Volunteer Sign Up |
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Popcorn Fridays!
Students may purchase popcorn for $1 or 4 Panther Paws. Students look forward to this every week! The PTA needs at least 3 volunteers to run this event every Friday - the link to sign up is below.
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PTA Board Meeting Tuesday, January 14th Please join us for our PTA Board meeting in the school library at 4:00 pm
Tuesday, January 14th.
PTA Website
C heck out our new website purdypta.com for information about membership,
Upcoming Events:
Maki It Take It event Dec 11th & 12th. Registration is closed
Penguin Patch Holiday Shop December 9th - 13th. Event information and a budget envelope have gone home with students. Students can use Penguin Pay, check or cash.
Penguin Pay form: https://penguinpatch.com/penguinpay/TGKQMP
*** To volunteer for this event please sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4CAFA922A3F8CE9-53512221-purdy#/
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Check the Lost and Found - Claim your child's belongings!
Dear Parents,
As the winter season approaches, we have accumulated a significant number of items in our Lost and Found. We are eager to
reunite these belongings with their owners and ensure all students are prepared for the cold weather.
If your child is missing any items, particularly jackets or hoodies, please take a moment to visit the Lost and Found. Our collection
has grown considerably and we hope to return these items to your children.
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| Student/Parent Rights and Responsibilities Handbook |
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Dear Purdy families,
Thank you to the families who have completed the acknowledgement and signing of the Student/Parent Rights and Responsibilities. Weekly reminders are being sent through Parent Square for those who still need to complete theirs. We appreciate your attention to this matter.
Every year the Peninsula School District provides an updated version of the Student/Parent Rights and Responsibilities Handbook online and in print (if requested). The handbook sets for the rules and regulations of the Peninsula School District including, but not limited to, student conduct, discipline, rights and responsibilities, athletic code of conduct, proper use of electronic resources, proper technology responsibilities, and sexual harassment.
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Student Arrival & Drop-off: Student drop-off is 8:50-9:00 am. There isn't' supervision until 8:50. To keep your child safe, families need to wait with their child until 8:50 if dropping off.
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Student arrival after 9am: Parents please note that if your child arrives at school after 9:00 AM and there is no staff member outside and doors are closed, you will need to accompany your students to the school office. It is imperative for you to sign in your child when dropping them off. This procedure helps us maintain accurate attendance records and ensure the safety of our students. Thank you for your cooperation!
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Bus home with a friend: When your student is riding a different bus home with a friend please let the office know the bus number and stop
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Volunteer Background Check: Volunteers must now sign up online. Please use this link to complete: https://www.psd401.net/volunteer
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Transportation changes: When you have a change in transportation for your student please have changes into the office before 3 pm.
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Office Contacts: Sheila Laflamme - Office Manager - Laflammes@psd401.net Amy Lundquist - Secretary - Lundquista@psd401.net
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Purdy Preschool is an inclusive preschool model. Our program is a half-day model; sessions run approximately 2.5 hours per day, Monday – Thursday. Our preschool is an inclusive program in which students with special needs play and learn alongside typically developing peers, age 3.5-5 years old. Parents of our peers provide their own transportation.
To sign up for our information session, please fill our the Early Learning Interest Survey 
| News from the Health Room |
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CONTACT THE SCHOOL NURSE WHEN:
- Your student has a chronic or life-threatening health condition that requires accommodations at school
- Your student requires medications, tube feedings or other medical procedures during the school day
- Your student has had a concussion
- You have questions about your student’s immunizations or concerns about communicable illnesses.
- You have concerns about your student’s vision or hearing
- Your student’s school attendance is changing
- Your student’s health information or medications has changed
- You want information about health services in your community
****REMINDER
Please ensure that your student has a spare change of clothes in their backpack every day including pants, a shirt, and undergarments. Sometimes there are unforeseen circumstances that a change of clothing is necessary during the school day and the health room does not have spare clothing.
If a student needs a medication (prescribed or over the counter) at school, the parent/guardian must sign permission and provide a written order from a licensed health care provider. The appropriate form may be accessed below.
The medication must be brought to school in the original container.
MEDICATION PERMISSION FORMS:
Purdy School Nurse: Katie Mahony: mahonyk@psd401.net
Purdy Health Tech: Lori McCasland: mccaslandl@psd401.net
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| BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE AT PURDY |
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ARE YOUR EMERGENCY CONTACTS & MAILING ADDRESSES UP TO DATE?
Please take a moment to do your Year Round/Emergency Contact Update for your child(ren) to ensure that we have the necessary information in the event of an emergency and for mailing purposes. Click below for instructions on how to access the update.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND LINKS
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PURDY CONTACT INFORMATION:
Kristi Brooks, Principal | brooksdk@psd401.net
Mary Caseley, Deputy Principal | caseleym@psd401.net
Beth Ruffner, Counselor | ruffnerb@psd401.net
Sheila Laflamme, Office Manager | laflammes@psd401.net
Main Phone Number | 253-530-4600
Attendance Phone Number | 253-530-4606
Fax Number | 253-530-4620
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The Peninsula School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the District’s Title IX and Compliance Officer, Section 504 and ADA Coordinator, John Yellowlees, at (253) 530-1081, email yellowleesj@psd401.net. Mailing address: 14015 62nd Ave. NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
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