FRANKLIN PIERCE SCHOOL DISTRICT — Ford Middle School eighth grade band student, Anna Rader, was chosen to participate in the Washington Music Educators Association’s Jr. All-State band and choir which will perform on Saturday, February 16 in Vancouver, WA during the Washington Music Educator’s Convention. Anna was chosen through an audition process from hundreds of…
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Brookdale PTA hosts national speaker for parents and district staff on November 29
FRANKLIN PIERCE SCHOOL DISTRICT — On November 29, at 6:30 p.m., Brookdale PTA invites parents and staff to attend a presentation by nationally renowned author and speaker Cynthia Tobias to hear her guidance on working with strong willed children. The presentation coincides with her book You Can’t Make Me, But I Can Be Persuaded. Ms. Tobias…
FP District employees donate $10,441 to charitable organizations through United Way
FRANKLIN PIERCE SCHOOL DISTRICT — Franklin Pierce Schools just concluded its workplace giving campaign, coordinated by the United Way of Pierce County. District employees contributed a combined $10,441, which will be distributed to funds and organizations throughout Pierce County, and to many organizations that provide services to families residing in the school district. Each contributor is…
FP School Board received 2012 Board of Distinction award
The School Board of Directors of Franklin Pierce Schools was recently honored as a “2012 School Board of Distinction” by the Washington State School Directors Association. The School Board was recognized for strong performance in five key areas: Providing responsible school district governance. Setting and communicating high expectations for student learning, with clear goals and…
Stage 1 burn ban called for Pierce County effective 1 p.m., Nov. 25 until further notice
The use of fireplaces and uncertified wood stoves is prohibited until air quality improves SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2012 – Due to stagnant weather conditions and rising air pollution, the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency is issuing a Stage 1 burn ban for Pierce County, effective at 1:00 p.m. PST. This ban is in effect until…
Lacamas Community Center Holiday Bazaar Dec. 1 & 2
‘Tis the season for holiday shopping and bazaars. Even in rural areas, crafters are busily making special items that you might want for your Christmas decorating. So the Post is suggesting as you travel out into the south part of Pierce County next weekend looking for that perfect Christmas tree, you will want to stop…
Broadway YEAR students to perform Dec. 5, SLHS
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Students involved in the Broadway YEAR program are getting ready to put on a fabulous show. This fall, the district and the Broadway Center for the Performing Arts in Tacoma teamed up to offer students Broadway YEAR, an arts-centered, after-school theater program that empowers students, while helping them develop self-esteem, a…
Nelson Elementary ‘Jingle Bell Run’ Dec. 1
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Put on your reindeer cheer and join Nelson Elementary for some jingle bell fun! On Saturday, Dec. 1, the school will hold their third annual Jingle Bell Family Fun Run/Walk. The event includes a 5K, one mile and kids dash races. This year’s theme is Reindeer Cheer and costume awards will…
Frederickson teacher wins art contest
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Artsonia.com held a Fall Art Drive, encouraging teachers to submit artwork to their website. All teachers who published at least 100 pieces of artwork between July 1 and November 7 were entered into a drawing for one of ten $100 gift cards to Blick Art Materials. All teachers who published at…
Nelson elementary vies for Clorox Grant
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Now that the elections are over, it’s time to vote on something else with a direct local impact. Nelson Elementary is nominated for up to $50,000 grant from Clorox. Only 37 schools in our state were nominated and Nelson Elementary is the only one from the Graham/Puyallup area. You can vote ONCE every…
Bah, Humbug! at GKHS, Dec. 6, 7 & 8
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Graham-Kapowsin HS offers you some fun, holiday cheer with their dramatic presentation of John Wooten’s Humbug. Humbug is a Christmas Carol with a modern day twist. It follows the story of Eleanor Scrooge, a ruthlessly ambitious Wall Street executive who has an aversion to Christmas and an insatiable appetite for power. Locked…
Spanaway Walmart “walled out” on Thanksgiving
After all the controversy about Black Friday starting on the evening of Thanksgiving, the feet did the voting tonight. If the Spanaway WalMart was any kind of barometer, the shoppers are going to be there for a bargain any time they can find one. Inside the store there were red corrugated towers loaded with goods on…
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