Public Records Requests

We are committed to responding to all requests for identifiable public records in a timely manner.

Submitting a Public Records Request

Submit Online

Requests can be submitted through our online portal.

Submit Public Records Request

By Mail

Bremerton School District
Attention: Public Records Officer
134 Marion Avenue N.
Bremerton, WA 98312

Response to Requests

Within five business days, our records staff will respond in one of the following ways:

Make the records available for inspection or copying
Provide you with a reasonable estimate when the records will be available
Deny the request and cite the reason it was denied

We may withhold or redact any record or portion of a record that is exempt from disclosure. We will specify the exemption that applies to any documents that are withheld or when we make redactions.

For more information about what state law considers exempt, see RCW 42.56, RCW 10.97 or RCW 13.50.

For questions about submitting a public records request to the Bremerton School District, please contact our Public Records Officer by email or call 360-473-1003.

Student Records or Transcripts

For student records, please visit our page for transcripts and student records.

Information Requests

If you're seeking information, we welcome your questions. Just call us at 360-473-1000, and we'll direct you to whoever can best answer your questions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long will it take for my request to be fulfilled?
Within five business days, our records staff will respond in one of the following ways:

Make the records available for inspection or copying

Provide you with a reasonable estimate when the records will be available

Deny the request and cite the reason it was denied
How much does the District charge for responses to public records?
There is no fee to inspect public records.

Printed copies: $0.15 per page (per RCW 42.56.120). Additional information about fees are outlined in Board Procedures 4040P.

You may pay by cash, credit card, or check or money order payable to Bremerton School District.
What records are exempt from public disclosure?

We may withhold or redact any record or portion of a record that is exempt from disclosure. We will specify the exemption that applies to any documents that are withheld or when we make redactions.

For more information about what state law considers exempt, see RCW 42.56, RCW 10.97 or RCW 13.50.
How do I request a copy of a student record and/or transcripts?

Please contact your child’s school to request a copy of a student record. Please visit Transcripts & Student Records for information on requesting an official or unofficial transcript.