Regular school attendance plays a major roll in student academic achievement. Children with chronic absences (2+ days per month) are less likely to read at grade level. Poor attendance can also have a negative effect on children’s social and emotional development. It is important to develop good attendance habits early by only keeping your child home for illness. And if your child must miss school, please remember to excuse the absence.

Please refer to the NSD website for detailed information about when to keep your student home: https://www.nsd.org/schools/get-started/health-services/when-should-my-child-stay-home

You can excuse an absence through ParentVue, by sending an email, or by leaving a voicemail.

ParentVUE:

Email: send an email to csattendance@nsd.org and your student’s teacher

Voicemail: call 425-408-4310 to leave a detailed message excusing your student’s absence. 

Absences should be excused within 2 school days. However, we prefer to be notified in advance whenever possible. 

A general idea of why your student is absent is necessary in order to properly code it in our database. Specific details are not required, however, if your student’s absence becomes chronic, the principal may request a meeting to discuss the reasons your student is not able to attend school.

If your student will be absent for more than 5 school days, please complete the pre-arranged absence form and return it to the school office or your student’s teacher. If your student will miss more than 20 days of school, please contact the school registrar, Cindy Tidball (ctidball@nsd.org), for additional information.

If your student had a long illness that required a doctor’s visit, please provide a note to the school office. 

If you need to pickup your student before the end of the school day, or if your student needs to go home in a way that is different from usual, please email your student's teacher and csattendance@nsd.org as soon as possible. For last minute early pick-ups or change of after school plans, please call the school office at 425-408-4300.

The Roadrunner Pantry is located on the Crystal Springs Elementary campus. The pantry is open and available for any family in need of extra support, and offers non-perishable foods, paper products, personal hygiene products, laundry soap, and other useful items. Families can visit any school day from 9:00am to 3:00pm. Simply come to the main office and ask to use the pantry. If you have any question or need additional assistance, please contact Nurse Jamey at jaustad@nsd.org or 425-408-4306.  

For the safety of our staff and student, please do not allow your student to exit your car while on the street. If you do not wish to wait in the queue lane, you can park, release your student, and have them use the crosswalk to cross 9th avenue. If you are interested in switching to bus transportation, please visit the NSD website for details: https://www.nsd.org/our-district/departments/transportation.

First quarter will end on Friday, October 31. Progress reports will be available in ParentVue on Monday, November 10.

Parent-Teacher conferences will be held November 18-26. Dismissal times will be earlier than normal - please plan accordingly.

Teacher will be contacting families to set-up a meeting time. Please respond to set up your conference as soon as possible.

The health room is in need of youth sweatpants, especially sizes 6-8. If you have any to donate, please bring them to the school office. Thank you!

The lost and found is now located between the 30s and 40s classrooms. Please encourage your students to check it regularly for any lost items. Parents that would like to visit the lost and found should check in at the school office.

Please remember to put your student's first name and last initial on ALL items of clothing!

Thank you to our students, parents, staff, and community for supporting our APEX fun run fundraiser!

Leadership Lessons Taught: 120

Laps Run: 17,036

Number of Pledges: 970

The money raised will be used for field trips, classroom supplies, student subscriptions, student clubs, playground equipment, student activities, and more!

Every week, a student is selected from each classroom who has demonstrated positive behavior. The students chosen last month are:

Keffler: Mia, Nate, Aubree, Leonardo

McCracken: Rayan, Shiven, Dia, Zion

Rhoades: Alisha, Amiyah, Anaya, Anh

Penski: Valerie, Aayansh, Eddie, Connor

Gregersen: Arthur, Atharvaa, Aminon, Chinu

Hogue: Reyaansh , Laila , Cherno , Hamsini

Shoucair: Saina, Devansh, Jaxson, Viyaan

Baunsgard/Mickelson: Thaliana, Johan, Max, Jaanvi

Hansche: Mia, Nathan, Iris, Purvika

Troyer: Nilan, Emma, Ellie, Max

Williams: Seth, Jishu, Hank, Audrey

Hansen: Topher, Osmar, Riley, Vivienne

Herholdt: Brynlee, Erin, Julia, Noah

Potter: Aadya, Logan, Crosby

Ames: Gulnur, Christopher, Olivia, Wesley

Moll: Skyla, Raphel, Fatima

Thorsheim: Kaylee, Alfredo, Hanna, Zayd

Chargualaf: Michael, Aria, Charan, Victoria

Christenson: Etta, Perry, Sanju, Srijesh

Smith/Rance: Aaira, Kalen, Livia, Callum

The Crystal Springs PTA is a community of dedicated volunteers committed to enriching the lives of all our children. Joining the PTA connects you with fellow parents, empowers your child's educational experience, and amplifies your voice in our school community.

To join us, please visit our website at: www.crystalspringspta.org

SPACE IS STILL AVAILABLE IN NORTHSHORE SCHOOL DISTRICT’S PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS FOR THE 2025-26 SCHOOL YEAR! 

 

Northshore preschool programs are still enrolling children, ages 3-5. The preschool years are among the most critical in a child's life that influence learning. The Northshore School District is committed to providing the support that our youngest learners need to prepare them to succeed in school, cultivate friendships, and create a sense of community and belonging. The district proudly offers a variety of inclusive general education learning environments. 

 

Available preschool programs include both FREE and tuition-based options. 

 

FREE Programs: Head Start and Ready Start 

Eligibility is determined by the child’s age, family income, and opportunity gaps. Head Start is located at Woodmoor Elementary and Ready Start is located at Sorenson Early Childhood Center. Spaces are filled on a first come first serve basis for eligible families. Families are encouraged to complete an application as soon as possible. The information on the application is confidential and used only to determine a child’s eligibility for the programs. The District does not require, check, or report on immigration or DSHS status. View the applications for income-eligible free preschool. 

 

Tuition Programming 

The Ready Start program is located at Sorenson Early Childhood Center. Spaces are filled on a first come first serve basis. Families are encouraged to complete an application as soon as possible. View the application and criteria for the tuition-based program. 

 

To learn more about any of our district preschool programs, visit the Northshore Early Childhood District website. 

 

Families who have questions can call (425) 408-5517. 

Crystal Springs Elementary

21615 9th AVE SE

Bothell, WA 98021

425-408-4300