Puyallup School District

August 8 is Washington State Museum Day and our very own Karshner Museum is open at Noon today to celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary! Admission is free for all visitors.

In addition, come see the brand new exhibit, “The American Experience: Stories of Freedom, Equality, Opportunity, Identity & Voice,” which opens today!

Karshner Museum’s post below has all the details and to learn more about the Museum, please visit them at: https://karctr.puyallupsd.org.

See you at Noon today!

🎉 Opening Today! Free Admission! 🎉

Today we open The American Experience: Stories of Freedom, Equality, Opportunity, Identity & Voice.

Explore artifacts, photographs, and interactive exhibits that reveal how people from many backgrounds have pursued freedom, expressed identity, overcome challenges, and expanded opportunities.

Every object in a museum connects us with real people, everyday lives, and remarkable moments in history. Every story offers a different perspective on the American experience.

📅 Today, August 8
⏰ 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
📍 Karshner Museum, Puyallup
🎟️ FREE Admission

Join us as we celebrate America's 250th Anniversary and Washington State Museum Day!

📍 : Stewart Elementary

We join Stewart Elementary in expressing our gratitude for our ongoing partnership with the Puyallup Police Department, and this is a wonderful example of why.

In May, Stewart Elementary students welcomed members of the Department to their lunch tables for an afternoon of conversation, laughter, and time spent getting to know one another.

For Stewart's Stars, the visit was another example of how school communities can extend beyond the walls of a classroom. Students had the chance to visit with familiar faces from their community and create meaningful and lasting moments.

Images enclosed are captured from video courtesy of the Puyallup Police Department. [https://www.facebook.com/PuyallupPD/videos/925018217253761]

📍 Tomorrow, our summer journey continues as we visit Sunrise Elementary.

Your Story. Your School. Our PSD.

📍 : Junior High |

“Music is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart." - Pablo Casals

Earlier this spring, Stahl Junior High orchestra students shared the gift of music during a special concert at Brookdale Senior Living, a local retirement and assisted living community. Their performance brightened the day for Brookdale residents and staff. Along with these photos, Brookdale shared, "Thank you to Stahl Junior High for your wonderful Spring Concert that blessed our residents!"

Learning often leads to connection. During this special performance, Stahl's orchestra students had the opportunity to make a meaningful impression in their community. No matter the audience, venue, or performance, music has an amazing way of creating memories long after the final note is played.

Photos courtesy of Brookdale Puyallup South.

📍 Tomorrow, our summer journey continues as we visit Stewart Elementary...

Your Story. Your School. Our PSD.

📍 : Spinning Elementary |

For students in grades 3-6 at Spinning Elementary, the learning can sometimes continue beyond the final bell ringing at the end of the day.

This year, students had the opportunity to participate in a new Health Science Club, where they explored healthcare careers through hands-on activities and demonstrations led by students from Puyallup High School.

From learning about personal protective equipment and creating dental molds to practicing basic first aid and CPR, students were introduced to the skills healthcare professionals use every day while building confidence, curiosity, and teamwork.

The club also created a unique opportunity for high school students to be teachers themselves, sharing knowledge and serving as mentors for younger learners.

📍 Tomorrow, our summer journey continues with Stahl Junior High.

Your Story. Your School. Our PSD.

Today, August 4, 2026, is Election Day!

To ensure your vote is counted, be sure to return your ballot to a nearby ballot drop box by 8 p.m. tonight.

Need to find your nearest Pierce County ballot drop box?
Use this map: https://ow.ly/CrKL50WyVzH

Every vote matters. Make your voice heard!

📍 : Shaw Road Elementary

Across Puyallup School District, learning can truly leap off the page.

At Shaw Road Elementary, Mrs. Brown's first-grade students celebrated the conclusion of their fairy tale unit with a Fairytale Ball, where princes, princesses, knights, and storybook characters gathered for an afternoon of dancing, activities, and fun.

Prior to the Ball taking place, students learned about the elements of storytelling, including characters, settings, problems, and solutions. The event gave students an opportunity to bring the stories they have been studying to life.

Experiences like Mrs. Brown's Fairytale Ball help students build a lifelong love of learning while creating memories they will carry long after first grade.

📍 Tomorrow, our summer journey continues with a look at Spinning Elementary.

Your Story. Your School. Our PSD.

📍 : Rogers High School |

With all the after-school activities and clubs that high schools have to offer, there are often those unique, annual school-specific events that have a special way of bringing together students with shared interests.

One such event is the annual Rogers High School Car Show, where dozens of students brought their vehicles to campus to showcase them for classmates, staff, families, and the Rogers community.

The vehicles on display ranged from customized modern cars to classic, generational hand-me-downs, along with the dependable commuter cars that make the trip to and from school each day.

The event concluded with a livestreamed awards ceremony where participants earned awards in categories, including Best Classic, Best Daily, Best Exotic, Best Import, Best Truck, Best Off-Road, and Best Motorcycle.

Whether restoring a classic or taking pride in a dependable daily driver, the annual car show celebrates the many passions, talents, and interests that help make the Rogers community so special.

📍Next week, rolls on, with looks at Shaw Road Elementary, Spinning Elementary, Stahl Junior High, and Stewart and Sunrise Elementary Schools.

Your Story. Your School. Our PSD.