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OCT. 2: OHHS Homecoming Tailgate • 4-6 p.m. Game at 7 p.m.. Go 'Cats!
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OCT. 3-4: OHPS Surplus Sale • 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. @ 600 Cherokee St.
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OCT. 12 & 26: School Board Meetings • 6 p.m.
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OCT. 15: Community Open House for New Schools • CHE and FVLC 4-6 p.m.
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OCT. 15: OHHS "Horizons" Choir Concert • 7 p.m.
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OCT. 22: OHPS Wellness Committee Meeting • 3:45 p.m.
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OCT. 22-23: NO SCHOOL • Parent Teacher Conferences
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OCT. 27: OHHS Fall Band Concert • 7 p.m.
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OCT. 31: Community Trunk or Treat • 2-4 p.m.
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Dear #OneOakHarbor Community,
It is officially fall! Our schools are now in full swing with the sounds and energy of students in our hallways, classrooms and playgrounds. Fall is always a special time in Oak Harbor, and this year it feels especially meaningful as we celebrate the opening of two new schools.
The newly rebuilt Crescent Harbor Elementary and Forest Vista Learning Center represent years of planning, partnership and advocacy, and most importantly, a commitment to providing the very best for our students and families. The construction of these schools was funded entirely through grants from the Department of Defense and the Washington State Department of Defense Community Compatibility Grant because of their location on military property.
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This fall also gives us an opportunity to reflect on the facilities our community has invested in over the years. As we gather for Homecoming under the lights of our stadium this weekend, built more than two decades ago, we are reminded that schools are more than buildings. They are places where generations of students learn, compete, perform, celebrate and build memories together.
Oak Harbor’s last school bond that renovated Oak Harbor High School and built Wildcat Memorial Stadium funded important investments in our schools and community and was fully paid off in 2023. Today, more than two decades later, we are facing another generation of facility needs. Some of our oldest buildings are increasingly difficult to maintain and no longer adequately meet the safety, accessibility and functional needs of today’s students and staff.
To address two of the District’s most aging and deteriorated facilities, the Oak Harbor School Board adopted a resolution to place a school bond measure on the February 9, 2027, ballot. If approved by at least 60 percent of voters, the measure would rebuild Oak Harbor Elementary School and the District’s transportation center. The measure would address safety, accessibility and functionality needs at both facilities.
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The opening of our two new schools gives us a glimpse of what thoughtfully designed learning environments can provide for students, while the condition of some of our oldest facilities reminds us of the work that remains. In the months ahead, we are committed to providing our community with clear information about our facility needs, the proposed projects and the impact of the bond measure so voters can make an informed decision.
There is a lot happening across Oak Harbor Public Schools this fall, and I am grateful for the continued partnership of our families, staff, students and community. Whether you are learning more about our facilities, visiting one of our new schools, attending Homecoming this Friday Night at Wildcat Memorial Stadium, or simply cheering on a student, you are an important part of #OneOakHarbor.
Thank you for continuing to show up for our students and schools. I hope you enjoy this beautiful fall season and all that is happening across our community.
With gratitude,
Dr. Michelle Kuss-Cybula
Superintendent
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Oak Harbor School District is seeking applications from registered voters of the District interested in being appointed to a committee to write the for/against statements for the Island County Local Voters' Pamphlet related to the upcoming school bond measure.
Interested voters should send their name, address, email address, phone number, and committee name (or which position they represent) to Michelle Kuss-Cybula, Superintendent, Oak Harbor School District, 350 S Oak Harbor St, Oak Harbor, WA, 98277 or via email. |
The Federal Impact Aid Program Survey Form will be sent to families in ParentSquare on October 1. It is important that you fill out this form as soon as you receive it, no later than Friday, October 16.
Impact Aid funds make up for lost tax revenue to local districts due to non-taxable federal property in their boundaries. The amount of Impact Aid our district receives is determined by the actual number of our students with parents who live or work on NAS Whidbey Island or other federal property, including Native American lands and our schools on federal property: Crescent Harbor and Forest Vista Learning Center with the HomeConnection, and Hand-in-Hand programs.
To qualify for funding, we need a completed survey for every student attending our district. Our school relies on the Impact Aid funds to financially support programming that directly benefits our students such as special education, transportation, and instructional support.
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Oak Harbor Public Schools is now offering a self-operating model for food service. Our number one priority has been getting students fed with quality, nutritious meals. As we've worked on building our new operations, menus have been shared as soon as possible through our schools and on our website. Health-e Pro easy-to-read online menus are coming soon! They will make it easy to see what’s being served, with allergens, nutrition details, and ingredient information shared right on the menu.
Our school nutrition program ensures that all students have access to nutritious meals, even if their meal account balance is insufficient. In accordance with Washington State law (HB 1660), students may not be denied a meal at school, even if they do not have funds available or have an outstanding balance on their meal account. All students who request a meal will be provided one, and meal charges will continue to accrue and may result in a negative account balance. We encourage families to regularly monitor their students’ meal accounts and to apply for free or reduced-price meal benefits, if eligible.
If you qualify for free or reduced-price meals, you are eligible for decreased fees to participate in other school programs. Early application submission also ensures schools qualify for state or federal programs that are determined by free and reduced percentages.
Importantly, no student will be denied graduation or participation in ceremonies due to unpaid meal charges. We are committed to treating all students with respect, and staff are prohibited from shaming or stigmatizing students for meal debts.
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Thank you to the City of Oak Harbor for celebrating 9 to 5 Day by delivering more books into the hands of Oak Harbor students! More than 100 books were donated by Mayor Wright and City staff. We are honored to be a part of continuing Dolly's legacy of literacy. |
This Weekend! Oak Harbor Public Schools is hosting a Surplus Sale on October 3rd and 4th between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. at the previous Hand-in-Hand/HomeConnection school site (600 Cherokee Street, Oak Harbor WA). Cash or check will be accepted for items including:
- Rolling chairs
- Bookshelves
- Desks and tables
- Filing Cabinets
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The HiCap referral window will open to all students in grades K-11 from October 16 to October 30. Anyone can refer a student for evaluation - a parent, guardian, teacher, or even the student themself. |
Hillcrest Elementary students had a blast this month at the Go Big Bmx Air Show Assembly, sponsored by school Principal Ms. Seaman! The BMX performers shared about living a healthy, active lifestyle, practicing bike safety, and the powers of perseverance and kindness.
Mr. Sosky, Mrs. McCoy, Mrs. Long, Mrs. Dubbs, Mrs. Leith, and Mrs. Steimer even stepped into the action, laying down on the pavement so a BMX rider could launch over them!
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Oak Harbor Public Schools is partnering with the Oak Harbor Police Department to share an important safety reminder about students’ use of e-bikes and electric scooters in school zones:
- Wear a properly fitted helmet every time.
- Follow traffic signs, signals and speed limits.
- Slow down and yield to pedestrians.
- Stop and look carefully before crossing roadways.
- Walk bikes and scooters through busy crosswalks and school parking lots.
- Never carry passengers on a bike or scooter designed for one rider.
- Stay alert and avoid phones, earbuds and other distractions while riding.
Additionally, Washington’s updated e-bike law took effect June 11, 2026. The law continues to recognize three classes of e-bikes and distinguishes e-bikes from electric motorcycles, which may have additional requirements such as registration, insurance and a motorcycle endorsement. Youth under 16 may not ride Class 3 e-bikes or e-motorcycles.
What is a Class 3 e-bike?
A Class 3 e-bike is an electric bicycle that provides motor assistance only while the rider is pedaling, up to a maximum assisted speed of 28 mph. Class 3 e-bikes are required to have a speedometer, and riders must be 16 or older in Washington.
Please take a few minutes to review the rules with your student.
Learn more:
Thank you for helping keep our students and community safe!
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- Congratulations to Oak Harbor High School seniors Jaiden Williams and Calleigh Boyer on being selected as Oak Harbor’s Northwest Conference Leaders in Sportsmanship! Jaiden competes in football and track. Calleigh competes in soccer, flag football, and track.
- Wildcats made their presence known with three top-20 finishers at the Cross Country Season Opener at Civic Stadium!
- On Sept. 7, Girls Varsity Volleyball faced Lakewood High School and walked away with an exciting 3-1 victory!
- Grades 1-8: Sign up for Energy 3v3 Basketball Fall League before Oct. 10!
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- Spook Harbor Trunk or Treat
- School Dances & Socials
- Sporting Events
- Family Nights
- Book Fairs
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This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Oak Harbor Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
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