Council proclaims Aug. 9 to be “Pierce County Early Learning Day”

In recognition of First 5 Fundamentals Family Fun Fair kick-off event, members of the Pierce County Council unanimously approved Proposed Resolution R2014-93, designating Aug. 9 as “Pierce County Early Learning Day.” The First 5 Fundamentals program, which began in 2006, is a collaboration of over 40 community organizations working together to achieve the common goal…

Bethel’s ABC Day – Community Fun!

All Bethel Community Day (ABC Day) is happening Saturday, September 27 at Graham Kapowsin High School this year. Join in for a free family event that is expected to bring in 5,000 people! Consider reserving a booth, providing entertainment or just joining in on the fun. Here is a sample of what to expect his year: Captain…

Bridging the Gap – Night out in Spanaway

The Marymount Event Center was the sight of a delightful new event for the Parkland-Spanaway area this evening. They called it Bridging the Gap. The sponsors were the LeMay Family Collection Foundation and Pacific Lutheran University. Beneficiaries of the evening’s bounty areB.E.S.T Dollars for Scholars, Franklin Pierce YOUTH FIRST!, and the Lindquist Dental Clinic for Children. There…

Bridging the Gap Fundraiser

LeMay Family Collection Foundation — Join the LeMay Family Collection Foundation as we team up with Pacific Lutheran University for a fundraiser to benefit the local community! Bridge the Gap includes a BBQ dinner, dancing, and an opportunity to bid in a silent auction, as well as a chance to win a 50/50 cash raffle….

Bus Stop Paddle Cameras- Update

Bus Stop Paddle Cameras- Update The Bethel School District has reached agreement with the Pierce County District Court and the Pierce County Sheriffs Office to conduct a pilot program to capture school bus stop paddle violations. The district will be installing camera systems on ten buses by September, so that a thorough test of the system…

Seeking Legislative Change for a Future High School

Seeking Legislative Change for a Future High School Bethel School District is one of the largest and fastest growing school districts in the State.  To plan for an increase of 3,000 students in the next ten years, the district conducted an exhaustive search of property for development of a future high school site. The land was purchased and…

Congratulations Graduates!

Bethel School District seniors graduated yesterday and today, Franklin Pierce School District seniors graduated last Saturday. The Pierce Prairie Post just wants to take this moment to wish all of you great success! Congratulations 2014 Seniors! Good job. Go forward with hope, inspiration and determination. Some of the best people you’ll ever meet …and will always…

Bethel High School joins global community of Cambridge schools

BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT —  Bethel High School has been awarded Cambridge International School status by Cambridge International Examinations. Starting in September 2014, the school will offer Cambridge programs and qualifications, including Cambridge IGCSE Biology, IGCSE Literature & Language Arts, and AICE Mathematics 1. “We are delighted to announce that Bethel High School has joined our global community…

Bethel’s Visual and Performing Arts Newsletter

EXPRESSIONS    Vol. 24  No. 19                       June 4, 2014 June: 2 7:00pm                   Final Band Concert  FMS 7:00pm                   Final Orchestra Concert  BHS 32:15 & 6:00pm       Choir and Recorder Assembly/Concert  SM 6:30pm                   Final Band, Choir, & Orchestra Concert  CC 6:30pm                   Final Choir & Orchestra Concert  SE 7:00pm                   Music Program (Grades K/1)  EV        7:00pm                   Final…

Summer Youth Food Program – Bethel

The Bethel School District announces the sponsorship of the Simplified Summer Food Program for Children.  Lunches will be made available at no charge to attending children 18 years of age and younger.  All meals are available without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA,…