School Resources

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School Resources

Military families moving to or from Naval Base Kitsap can contact the Naval Base Kitsap School Liaison to obtain information on education options including district boundaries, academics, inter-district transfer policies, graduation requirements, before and after school programs and more. The SLO works with parents and schools to ensure smooth transitions and immediate connections for military-connected students.

A complete list of all the school districts in the Naval Base Kitsap area can be found on this School Districts link. School attendance is based on residential boundaries. Attendance outside residential boundaries is covered by each district's policies. Because school attendance is tied to residential boundaries, it is recommended parents learn more on specific districts’ policies before deciding on a home. Transferring to another school in your district or to another district's school depends on the space available at the desired school, grade level, and special program.

For more information regarding transfer options, please contact your School Liaison or the school district office of residence.

Relocating Families

Information & Resources for Relocating Families

Local Schools & Educational Options

Homeschooling Information

Registering Children In New Schools

Eligibility

Kindergarten: Must be 5 years old by August 31 of year of entry
1st Grade: Must be 6 years old by August 31 of year of entry

Vaccination Requirements

Smooth School Transitions for Military Children

Transition Support & Resources

Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission (MIC3) - assists transitioning military students with enrollment, program eligibility and placement, graduation requirements, high school credits, special education, etc.
Washington State Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children - Chapter 28A.705 RCW
Military Youth and Teens
Sesame Street: Talk, Listen, Connect - explore topics like deployments, homecomings, changes and more.
Youth Sponsorship
US Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA): Districts & Schools
Non DoD Schools Program (NDSP)
Find a Navy School Liaison
MyNavy Portal

High School Resources

Additional Resources

Tutor.com/military - free online tutoring for active-duty military families.
Military OneSource - support for Military personnel and families
Anchored 4 Life
Military Child Education Coalition
Installations.militaryonesource.mil - Naval Base Kitsap Fast Facts
Navy MWR
National Military Family Association

Visit the Welcome Aboard section of our website for additional relocation resources, or contact Fleet & Family Support for assistance.

Deployment

Deployment Resources

Emotional Cycle of Deployment →

Resources for Kids

Military Kids Connect - resources for kids 6 - 8 years old, tweens 9 - 12 years old, and teens 13 - 18 years old.

Resources for Parents

Helping your child before, during, and after deployment.

Sesame Street: Talk, Listen, Connect - explore topics like deployments, homecomings, changes and more.
United Through Reading - contact Fleet & Family Support before deployment to create a DVD of you reading your child’s favorite book.
15 Tips for Helping Your Teenager Deal with the Difficulties of Deployment - before, during, and after deployment tips.

Resources for providers

For teachers, counselors, medical professionals, and others.

For additional deployment resources or assistance, contact Fleet & Family Support.

Educators

Information & Resources for Educators

Washington State Interstate Compact (MIC3)

Educational Resources & Guides

Deployment

Stress

Tough Topics: Helping Kids Cope with Stress

Grief, Loss & Violence

Additional Resources

Youth Sponsorship
Working with Military Children: A Primer for School Personnel
Sesame Street: Talk, Listen, Connect - explore topics like deployments, homecomings, changes and more.
Staying Strong: Classroom Activities to Support Student Resilience
Anchored 4 Life
Military Child Education Coalition

College & Career

College & Career Information & Resources

Exploration & Resources

Testing & Tutoring

Career

Scholarships & Financial Aid

504 & Special Education

The Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and the 504 Plan are legal documents between parents and the school district. When you change schools or move to a new state, you should be sure that the new school knows that your child has one of those documents. Be sure to hand-carry a copy of the plan when you are transitioning—don’t bury it in the pack-out. Your plan copy is informal, but it can help the district know right away what support your child has been receiving. The new district will request an official copy of the plan from your child’s former district.

Until a meeting is held in the new district, the former district’s IEP remains in effect. The new district will review the plan and determine if more information is needed. The district can agree to the existing special ed evaluation or can request more assessments or information.

If the district conducts a new evaluation and determines that the child is eligible for special education services, it will then prepare a draft IEP and hold a meeting with parents. Districts vary in the way that they provide services and the forms may look different.

If you have any questions or concerns about the 504 or the IEP process, please contact your Navy School Liaison.

NOTE: The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) is a mandatory program. A Service Member with a dependent who has special medical, educational, developmental, and/or emotional needs or concerns is required to submit paperwork to EFMP. Contact your EFMP Liaison for the application packet when your first know of the dependent’s need and whenever you transition to a new location.

Information & Resources

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can School Liaison Officers advocate in an IEP for my child?

The Navy School Liaisons can help you to be the best advocate for your child. We can provide valuable resources, meet with you to review your IEP prior to meetings and offer information, resources and help you find the right people to talk to at the school or district.

How do I choose a school?

We know the importance of choosing a school that best meets the needs of your military child(ren). Even though we are unable to make direct recommendations for schools, we are available to help you acquire information and research the schools in the area. We can provide overall information on districts as well as help you determine what schools you might be mapped to once you have a residence.

What are the health and immunization requirements?

Immunization and health check-up fact sheet for the Washington Dept. of Education can be found at www.doh.wa.gov/CommunityandEnvironment/Schools/Immunization/VaccineRequirements.aspx. Once you determine where you will live and what school your child will attend, you should also check with your school to be sure there are no additional district requirements.

What are the School Registration procedures?

This depends on what school district you are looking to enroll your child in. Contact the School Liaison at your new locale as soon as you know where you'll be going. The School Liaison can provide you with local districts' registration webpages and other resources. Find local school district websites on our School Districts page if you wish to contact the districts or schools directly for specific concerns or questions. The Checklist for School Moves helps you to prepare all necessary documents for handcarrying to the new school.

What do I do if I'm moving with a child with special needs?

The School Liaison Officer can help you with the special education navigation process. Hand carrying your child's IEP and any supporting documents is the key to a successful PCS move for children receiving special education services. Please contact your school's special education/services department for copies of these documents prior to your move, if you do not have these documents at home. Contact the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) coordinator, who will ensure you are enrolled in EFMP at your new location and have all community information and resources available.

What do I do if I'm on a housing wait list or am in temporary housing?

Most military housing areas and school districts within school boundaries of military housing are familiar with this situation. Many times this is all the schools need to proceed with registration. If you have questions or issues, please contact your School Liaison.

What is a School Liaison and how can they help me?

The School Liaison Program offers an array of services and resources to support children, parents, installation leadership, schools and the surrounding community. By working together with these stakeholders, School Liaisons build a support network to provide the best possible education experience for military-connected children and youth worldwide. School Liaisons provide School Transition Services, Deployment Support, Command, School & Community Communications, Home School Linkage & Support, Partnerships in Education, Post-Secondary Preparations and Special Needs System Navigation.

What is the Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission and what can it do for my family?

The Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission (MIC3) seeks to make transition easier for the children of military families so that they are afforded the same opportunities for educational success as other children and are not penalized or delayed in achieving their educational goals. Each state's compact is slightly different, although the main topics are the same. More information can be found at www.mic3.net and on the Washington State Compact.