The Port Angeles School District superintendent on Aug. 7 outlined several operational updates and a near-term calendar of meetings and presentations, and introduced two new district leaders.

The district scheduled architect presentations for Franklin (three firms) on Thursday, Aug. 14; a budget work session for the 2025–26 budget on Aug. 14 at 1 p.m.; and architect presentations for Port Angeles High School on Friday, Aug. 15 at 8 a.m. The board’s next regular meeting was set for Aug. 21 at 5 p.m. at Lincoln Center; agenda items will include the July financial report and adoption of the operating budget resolution.

The superintendent reported that Eric Britton started as the district’s new maintenance director and began school walkthroughs and meetings with custodial staff. The superintendent said Britton will meet more school teams in the coming days.

The board also welcomed the district’s new special-education director, Mikaela, who addressed the board and said, “It’s been exciting. It’s been over a month as of today and I just have really enjoyed our teams.” Mikaela said the special-education office is about 80% moved into its new space.

Board members reflected on a recent retreat that included visits to Stevens and participation in a Native American cultural event attended by the three local Klallam tribes. The superintendent and several directors described the retreat as productive and said it strengthened board-staff collaboration as the district prepares for the school year.

No formal board action was taken on staffing at the Aug. 7 meeting; introductions were informational and routine work items were scheduled for future meetings.