Meet North Mason’s New Superintendent — Dr. Kristine Michael on Budget Fixes, Community Vision & the 2025-26 School Year

Get an inside look at North Mason School District’s new leader. In this long-form conversation, host Jeff Slakey sits down with Superintendent Dr. Kristine Michael, EdD, to trace her journey from Ohio to Belfair, unpack the district’s looming replacement-levy vote, and preview what students and families can expect this fall. From class-size pressures and CTE expansion to cell-phone bans and “Soup with the Sup” listening lunches, Dr. Michael lays out a transparent roadmap for keeping Bulldog Country thriving—despite tight budgets. Tune in to hear how public education can stay the great equalizer in Mason County and learn how you can get involved before ballots drop in November.

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