Congratulations to educator Fernell MIller who was selected as a recipient of the Golden Apple Award in February of 2024. She is a pillar within the Arrowhead Elementary community and beyond - creating safe spaces for children and adults to find their identity and build community to combat racial isolation. Click to read more about her story.
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We are committed to equity, to safety and supports for students and adults, and to building on the strengths and addressing the needs of the whole child.
News & Events
This message from Superintendent Tolley to staff provides an update on the reorganization of the Teaching and Learning Division.
Music students from the four comprehensive Northshore School District high schools performed very well at the Northlake Regional Solo and Ensemble Contest, and Several entries from our schools won first place in their divisions and will go on to compete at the state WIAA/WMEA solo and ensemble contest in April.
After an impressive performance at the regional competition in February, the North Creek Mock Trial team is advancing to the state tournament, taking place March 22-24.
Superintendent’s Blog
To keep families, staff, and community members up to date with all of the great things happening in Northshore, Superintendent Michael Tolley maintains a weekly blog.
Our actions are grounded in a strong belief in the capacity of every student to achieve academic and social-emotional success that prepares them to thrive in a world yet to be imagined.
Strategic Plan
The Strategic Plan represents months of community conversations to help define clear strategic goals, determine how to measure them, and identify instructional techniques that will bring them to life in the classroom.
Equity & Diversity
We are committed to ensuring that all students are provided equitable opportunities to learn in an environment where they are nurtured and supported to succeed at high levels throughout their K-12 experiences and beyond.
Safety & Security
We take proactive measures to protect the safety of all our students and staff members.
Tax Dollars at Work
Growth brings new families looking for the excellent education and opportunities provided by Northshore School District.
Community
A successful school system works in partnership with students, parents, staff and community members.
School Board
School Board members exemplify citizen ownership and decision-making in the schools. They volunteer hundreds of hours and an immeasurable amount of energy to assure that schools are providing the best education for children.
Northshore By The Numbers
36 Schools
20 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, 4 comprehensive high schools, 6 choice schools.
22k Students
We serve students in Bothell, Kenmore, Woodinville, and unincorporated King and Snohomish counties.
$11 Million
The Class of 2022 earned over $11 million in scholarship awards.
Est. 1959
In 1959, Woodinville and Bothell school districts joined together to form Northshore.
Our Featured Offerings
Innovative, Creative, Critical Thinkers
Early Childhood
We offer a variety of Early Childhood Programs for children age three to five.
Athletics
We offer 11 sports in middle school and 17 in high school. Most elementary schools offer sports as well.
Elementary Music
We offer a comprehensive elementary music program.
Adult Transition Program
Students prepare for life after school. Self-advocacy, work readiness, social emotional skills, and IEP goals are incorporated into daily activities.