Disability History and Awareness Month 2025
Recognizing Disability History and Awareness Month 2025
Posted on 10/01/2025
Central Kitsap Schools is proud to join communities across Washington state in recognizing October as Disability History and Awareness Month.

Approximately 2,300 of our students identify as students with disabilities and/or are supported under Section 504. Their diverse abilities, perspectives, and strengths are an important part of our school community. This month is an opportunity to increase awareness, respect, and acceptance for people with disabilities. October is also recognized nationally as Disability Employment Awareness Month, emphasizing the importance of inclusive workplaces and opportunities.

Throughout the month, CK Schools will highlight disability history and promote awareness through classroom lessons and activities, helping us ensure safe, secure, and welcoming learning environments.

We highlight and celebrate national history and heritage months as a district and in schools throughout the year as part of our commitment to ensuring safe and welcoming learning environments. This includes Black History Month (February); Women’s Heritage Month (March); Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Month (May); Pride Month (June); Hispanic/Latin(o/a/x) Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15); Disability History Month (October); and Native American Heritage Month (November).