Helpful Info for New Families

Information about teacher assignments, transportation, WaKIDS assessment, and school schedules the first week of school.

• Parent FAQs for Incoming Kindergarteners - 2026-27 SY

Students in grades 1-5 will not attend school on the first two days of school.  Instead, parents and students will be scheduled for a Success Conference with their teacher.

• Visit our Success Conference web page for more information, or click on our downloadable flyer.

Before and After School Care

• Anderson Island Elementary
• Cherrydale Primary
• Chloe Clark Elementary
• Saltar's Point Elementary

Pioneer MS Office Hours - Summer 2026

• this flyer contains information about the Main Office, the Counseling Office, and registration for Fall Sports

Pioneer Pirate Day - Wednesday, August 26th
6th Graders – drop by anytime between 9:00am – 2:30pm
7th Graders – 9:00–11:30am
8th Graders – 12:30–2:30pm
Please Note: The school and Pirate Day activities will be CLOSED from 11:30am–12:30pm for lunch.

What you can expect to do at Pirate Day:

• Purchase ASB cards (required to participate in athletics or clubs)
• Submit schedule change requests
• Purchase school spirit wear
• Take a tour of the school
• Order a yearbook at a discounted price
• Receive Food Service information from Sodexo
  • Money can be added to your child's lunch account online through InTouch
• Receive bus route information from Durham Transportation
• Receive athletic schedule and registration information
• Join the PTA
• Sign up for Watch D.O.G.S.
• Visit the school nurse for medication drop-off

PE attire must consist of the following:

• Black or grey are the only acceptable colors with logos no larger than the size of a credit card
• Shorts: Loose-fitting with a minimum 7-inch inseam and/or sweats
• T-shirt – loose-fitting, no crop tops or spaghetti straps (logos no larger than a credit card)
• Socks and athletic shoes

Please note:

• Student schedules are available in Skyward beginning August 25th
• School supply lists are available on the school’s website in the “Our School” section

Questions?  Call 253-583-7200 or email pioneermsoffice@steilacoom.k12.wa.us

>> Check the Pioneer Website and Calendar during the summer for Supply Lists, Open House, and back-to-school info.
>> If you cannot attend the Open House, student class schedules can be found in Skyward Family Access.

download & print flyer

Pioneer Pirate Day - Tuesday, September 1st
6th grade 4:00–5:00pm
7th & 8th grade 5:00–6:00pm

• Parents/Guardians will follow students' schedules, starting with 1st period. We will announce the next period with bells and overhead prompts.
• For your convenience, please bring your student’s schedule (available in Skyward Family Access) on your device or printed. Please save your child’s schedule on your device prior to the event as there is no guest Wi-Fi and cellular service is limited.
• Copies of student schedules will also be available in the cafeteria if needed.
• Maps of the school will be available.
• JS2S students will provide tours of the school.
• PTA will be available to answer questions and help you sign up to join the team.
• Military families can connect with our MFLC Counselor (Military Family Life Counselor).
• You will have the opportunity to join our Watch D.O.G.S. program.
• Donations of school supplies are welcome, and bins will be available for donations at the building entrance near the cafeteria.
• Medication drop-off will be available (with completed forms).
• You will be able to view a video from our Administrators in advance of the Open House. The link will be shared via ParentSquare.

Please note: We will not have items for sale, and schedule change requests will not be accepted during the Open House.

Questions?  Call 253-583-7200 or email pioneermsoffice@steilacoom.k12.wa.us

>> Check the Pioneer Website and Calendar during the summer for Supply Lists, Open House, and back-to-school info.
>> If you cannot attend the Open House, student class schedules can be found in Skyward Family Access.

download & print flyer

Visit the Counseling Center for information about Counselors & elective courses!

Pioneer Middle School Athletics

Pioneer Middle School Supply Lists 

Steilacoom HS Office Hours - Summer 2026

• this flyer contains information about the Counseling Office, the Bookkeeper's Office, Sentinel Day, Freshman Orientation, New Student Orientation, Senior Parent Info Night, and registration for Fall Sports

SHS Course Catalog

Visit the SHS Counseling Center for information about SHS courses, Running Start, Pierce County Skills Center, college and career readiness, graduation requirements, transcript requests, and more!

SHS Athletics

SHS Video Tour

There are no school supply lists for SHS students. Teachers will notify students of any necessary supplies for each individual class.