School buses these days have cameras to catch you when you do not stop. It is a very large fine and you may get that ticket in the mail. School begins August 31 for Bethel students and September 1 for Franklin Pierce. Calendar links for them are on our menu at the top of the…
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In with the new – a day of transition
By Marianne Lincoln I am awake early this morning thinking about the experiences I have had this week. One of my best friends, my classmate in school, and my bridesmaid, lost her husband. He actually isn’t gone yet, his acute event left him without brain activity in the ICU. She sent me a text. I…
The New Bethel High Ribbon Cutting Aug 21
You are invited to the official dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony of the new Bethel High School on August 21,2026, at 1 p.m. Speakers will include former Superintendent Tom Seigel, BHS students, and more! The ceremony will be held in the main gym. Self-guided tours will be available after the ceremony. Everyone is welcome to join…
The answer is: Rocky Ridge!
By Marianne Lincoln One of my favorite questions for people in the Bethel School District is, ” Can you name the five original school districts that were combined to make Bethel?” And yes, I even hit up the Superintendents for this one. It is common for people to name Clover Creek. That is an incorrect…
April 22 Apprenticeship Expo at PC Skills Center
The Pierce County Skills Center, 16117 Canyon Rd E, Puyallup, WA, will be the site of an Apprenticeship Expo on April 22 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. PCSC and Bethel School District students are invited to attend the annual Apprenticeship Expo at PCSC. Over 50 businesses will be in attendance. We will also have…
Bethel Family Center Needs
By Caitlin McConnell, Bethel School District- Community Connections We are reaching out with two opportunities to partner with our community in meaningful ways. First, we are currently working on our Daffodil Parade float, Bethel in Bloom, and are seeking donations of artificial flowers. All colors are welcome, with a particular need for blue, purple, and red. Flower donations can…
Register to Vote!
In Pierce County, Washington, you can register to vote online or by mail until 8 days before an election or in-person through Election day. Registrations done by mail need to be received by the 8 day deadline. Three ways to register: 1. Online You can register online, 24 hours a day, at VoteWA.gov. 2. By mail …
Stuff the Bus Dec 6
This Saturday at the Spanaway Walmart is the annual Public-School Employees, Stuff the Bus event! Saturday, December 6th7:00am – 4:00pm Spanaway Walmart20307 Mountain Hwy ESpanaway, WA 98387 Staff will be there from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. to collect donations for Bethel Community Services “Holidays of Hope” program that will help families in need. They’re…
Nov 8 & 9, SLHS Craft Fair
By Marianne Lincoln I will admit, this has been a favorite of mine for years! Spanaway Lake High School has put on this craft fair for more than 30 years now. It has lots of vendors and the parking lot gets crowded, but you will find some really great, locally sourced, handmade items for yourself,…
Two meetings, two critical purposes
The Bethel School District, under the leadership of Tom Seigel several years ago, began having meetings with key leaders in the community. These meetings are held three times a year and they help steer the district in a direction compatible with sensitivities of the public. The most recent Mid- County Leadership meeting was October 22….
Oct. 4, ABC Day at Graham Kapowsin
All Bethel Community Day – ABC Day 2025 ABC Day is scheduled for Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Graham-Kapowsin High School from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This annual community event, will feature music, food, various booths with activities, and fun for the entire family. • Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025• Time: 9 a.m. –…
Donations needed for Bethel Cares event
To support students in the Bethel School District with back to school supplies, the Red Canoe Credit Union is collecting donations for Bethel Cares. Locations you can drop off to are • Sprinker Recreation Center • Hops and Drops in Frederickson • Bethel Family Center (@ Challenger High School) Supplies will be distributed at our Bethel Cares Event,…
A huge reunion and a Braves love fest
It was called the Bethel High School All Classes Reunion on July 12, 2025. It was open to all the classes that knew themselves as Bethel Braves. It was also open to the most recent classes since the July 2021 state ban on Native American mascots, now called Bison. But the event was far and…
Massive Bethel High Reunion July 12
Everyone, anyone whose life ran through the halls of Bethel High School is invited July 12 to return to campus, tour the school and meeting with classmates from the range of classes from Kapowsin days to the present. Each class has been invited to set up a booth with memorabilia, get their reunion lists updated…
Bethel Summer Meal Program
Free breakfasts and lunches will be available at no charge to children 18 years of age and younger. Meals will be available from June 23 through July 25, Monday through Friday, with no service on July 4. Breakfast will be from 8:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. and lunch will be served from 11:00 a.m. to…
Teen Summer Nights
The Bethel School District in partnership with the Bethel Recreations Association and Pierce County Parks and Recreation present Teen Summer Nights! These are free events for teen students int he Bethel School District. These evening events will take place from June 23 through August 14, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. except for July 2…
Congratulations Graduates! (and proud parents)
Graduations are happening now! Today, June 4 is the Bethel Academy & Challenger high, Friday is the Transition Ceremony for kids aging out of school, Saturday, June 7, will be all the Franklin Pierce District high schools at the fairgrounds in Puyallup, and on Monday, June 9, all the Bethel high schools at the Tacoma…
Bethel High School All Classes Reunion July 12
The school district is building a new Bethel High School. It is a 300,000 sq. ft. building, scheduled to come online for the 2026-27 school year. The space will house 2,000 students. The current Bethel High School, although remodeled twice, was the first and only high school in the district when it was originally formed…
Bethel ABC Day table registration is open
We’re thrilled to be gearing up for another fantastic ABC Day in 2025! A huge thank you for all your support and for sharing your feedback on how we can make things even better. This year, we’re excited to introduce automated sign-ups, which means you can choose your own location through Ticketspice! With your reservation,…
Cultural & Resource Fair May 3 at SMS
Spanaway Middle School, on May 3, will be the site of a Cultural & Resource Fair. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 15701 B Street E, Tacoma, WA 98445. Over the past 40 years, the Spanaway area has been steadily diversifying. Historically it has always been a great place…