Welcome Back!
I am thrilled to welcome you to the 2025-2026 school year! I hope you all had a wonderful summer. As summer comes to an end, it’s always a bittersweet time. While the routine and consistency of the school year are welcome, the long days and flexibility of summer will surely be missed!
For those of you who are new to Alki, my name is Alyssa Alvord, and I am honored to be your Principal. This is my third year at Alki, my first as Principal, and my 20th year in education. I earned my undergraduate degree from Oregon State University and completed my master’s and postgraduate work at Concordia University. Education runs in my family, and I truly love what I do!
When I’m not at school, I spend time with my family: my husband Brett, our daughters Britta (a 7th grader at Alki), and Annika (a 4th grader). Our girls keep us busy with sports, dance, and their active social lives. As a family, we love to travel whenever we can!
This school year promises to be an exciting one! We have many fun events planned for our students and families. I encourage you to join the PTSA, as it’s a fantastic way to get involved and have a voice in decisions that impact our school.
As with every school year, challenges may arise. One of the key updates this year is our new cell phone policy, which will be outlined in our August Newsletter. Change can sometimes bring uneasiness or disagreement, but this is a natural part of the process. As we navigate these changes together, let’s remember to lead with kindness and treat one another with respect—values I hold dear and strive to model for our students.
I am looking forward to serving our Alki community and working together for another successful school year!
Alyssa Alvord
Alki Middle School Principal