Dismissal Times are as follows:
Parkside Elementary: Dismiss at 11:30am
Tenino Elementary: Dismiss at 11:40am
Tenino Middle School: Dismiss at 11:45am
Tenino High School: Dismiss at 11:50am
Congratulations to our 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame Class: Bob Hurley, Louise Rota, and John Vanderhoof.
For more information and to learn more about our inductees, visit https://www.teninosd.org/page/hall-of-fame
Your generosity ensured local students are going into the classroom with the backpacks, notebooks, and tools they need to succeed this school year.
Special shoutout to each of the teams who collected supplies, donated, and helped spread the word—your support makes a real difference! 💙
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Your Tax Dollars at Work: Summer Projects Making a Difference.
As students and staff have settled back into classrooms, they returned to schools that are even better because of summer projects across the district. Over the summer, district crews and contractors were hard at work completing important facility improvements across our campus. From upgraded learning spaces and improved accessibility to critical infrastructure investments, these projects demonstrate our continued commitment to safety, accessibility, learning environments and long-term stewardship of taxpayer resources.
Improved Accessibility at the District Office
A new accessibility sidewalk has been installed in front of the District Office, creating a safer and more accessible path for students and community members.
New Tennis Courts
Students will enjoy upgraded tennis courts that provide a safer, modern playing surface and support athletic and recreational opportunities for years to come. The pickleball courts are an added bonus too.
New High School Art Room
Creativity now has a new home. The high school’s upgraded art room provides students with an improved learning environment for artistic expression. A new kiln is on its way and will be installed soon.
Modernized HVAC System
A completely new HVAC system has been installed at Parkside Elementary to create an improved learning environment for everyone. One of the most significant improvements is the addition of new access points located in hallway areas rather than inside classrooms. This allows future maintenance and servicing to occur with minimal disruption to student learning and classroom instruction.
Roof Improvements: THS & Stadium
Another section of roof at the high school was replaced as we continue to improve learning environments. Work was completed at the stadium, including the replacement of the underlayment above the seating and the roof itself. These upgrades help protect this community gathering space while extending the life of the facility for students, families and fans.
Every project completed this summer reflects our commitment to maintaining safe, functional, and welcoming facilities for students, staff and the community.
Promises Made. Promises Kept. Your tax dollars at work.
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Happy Friday Tenino Families!
It's hard to believe but school starts in just a little over 3 weeks from today!! 😎
Our Back to School page on the district website is getting a few finishing touches but we wanted to make sure you knew where to find our supply lists until then!
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Look for our post next week with the rest of our Back to School info! 📓🖍️✂️🎒
Ms. Backman started her teaching career at Fords Prairie Elementary in Centralia where she taught special education for 10 years. In 1992, she came to Parkside Elementary School and she has been here ever since – 34 years!!!
After retirement, Ms. Backman plans to continue writing and creating – she currently has 6 books in publication! She will also enjoy spending time with her grandchildren and traveling
Congratulations on your retirement! Thank you for so many years dedicated to our students and the Tenino community! Wishing you all the best in this next chapter of life! 🌴📖🫶
Mrs. Dafoe started at Parkside Elementary in the Preschool in 1992 where she stayed for 4 years. She took a year off and returned in 1998. During her 33 years, she has worked with students ranging from preschool through 2nd grade and has loved being a part of the education team!
Mrs. Dafoe will miss the excitement of the children as they come through the doors each morning! She will also miss the nonstop craziness of each day (both good and not so good). Lastly, she will miss the Parkside family!
She’s looking forward to traveling with her husband, spending time with her family and really just doing anything her heart desires! 🦋🫶💃
Mrs. Bradley has worked in Tenino for the last 26 years! Starting as a Paraeducator at Parkside and in 2018 becoming the Attendance Secretary!
Mrs. Bradley says she is grateful for the many wonderful memories and friendships she has made over the years. She will miss the staff and students but looks forward to watching her grandkids continue in Tenino schools.
Her plans for retirement and the future include “doing whatever she wants!” She and her husband plan to travel, camp, work in the yard and spend time with family! Congratulations Julie, we’re wishing you all the best in your retirement! 💃🌼🏕️
Mr. Morlin has worked in the Tenino School District since 2016 and has had the opportunity to work in all 4 of our schools! This year he worked at Tenino High School as a Student Support Specialist. The connections he’s made and relationships he’s built have made his time here in Tenino meaningful and rewarding.
After retirement, Mr. Morlin is looking forward to spending more time with his family and friends, traveling, and enjoying a slower pace of life. He’s also looking forward to fulfilling his bucket list which includes visiting every professional baseball stadium – he has 12 more to go! ⚾️🧳🏟️
Thank you for your dedication to Tenino for many years! Wishing you all the best in your retirement!
Mrs. Davis has been teaching in Tenino since 2008 -- most recently teaching in the Special Education classroom at Tenino Middle School. She will miss the small town and community but will miss the students most of all! Mrs. Davis hopes to be able to travel the country with her husband in their RV. 🛣️🧳🧭
Thank you for your dedication to Tenino for many years! Wishing you all the best in your retirement!
Students will be released following our Early Dismissal schedule.
Parkside Elementary: Dismiss at 11:30am
Tenino Elementary: Dismiss at 11:40am
Tenino Middle School: Dismiss at 11:45am
Tenino High School: Dismiss at 11:50am
After Spring Break, 8th grade students were given a fantastic opportunity with hands-on learning to explore careers in skilled trades and technical fields.
The lab is a 53-foot truck and trailer equipped with advanced technology to deliver hands-on career and technical education (CTE) directly to students and schools alike. It features virtual reality experiences and interactive simulators for fields such as welding, forestry, and heavy equipment operation. Students explored in demand career pathways through immersive, real-world learning experiences.
We were also honored to host Senator John Braun and Representative Peter Abbarno, who stopped by to see our students in action!
A huge thank you to Mr. Bill Sullivan and Centralia College for providing such a valuable experience to our students!
Dismissal Times are as follows:
Parkside Elementary: Dismiss at 11:30am
Tenino Elementary: Dismiss at 11:40am
Tenino Middle School: Dismiss at 11:45am
Tenino High School: Dismiss at 11:50am
On Wednesday evening, Tenino School District was made aware of a potential threat at Tenino High School. It was immediately investigated in coordination with Thurston County Sheriffs Office, Tenino Police Department, and school administration.
At 6 o’clock this morning, we received notification that an arrest has been made and there is no ongoing threat to Tenino High School or any of our schools.
You may notice an increased presence of law enforcement this morning.
Thank you to all who are committed to keeping our students and schools safe including all who reported this threat immediately.