The following are notes from the Bethel School Board Meeting on June 11, 2013. The Men’s Ensemble is made up of the best 16 performers at Spanaway Lake High School. They advanced to the State Ensemble Contest in Ellensburg on April 26, where they came in second. They were invited to be a part of the…
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2013 Challenger High School graduation
Tuesday at Olsen Auditorium in Parkland, 95 graduates of the total of 172 for the entire class of 2013 participated in the graduation ceremony. It was Principal LaBounty’s last year, but he helped increase the size of Challenger’s graduating class significantly. Congratulations and best of all things to the Class of 2013!
Last days of school – almost out for the summer
All the seniors in Bethel and Franklin Pierce are finished with attending classes as of last Friday, June 7. Franklin Pierce graduations were Saturday, June 8. Bethel will graduate at the Tacoma Dome June 12, except for Challenger which will be June 11 at PLU. The Bethel District’s last day of school is June 14….
Gathering June 9 for missing teen – Chris Virdell
Sunday night from 6-8pm there will be a gathering in honor of Chris Virdell. He will have been missing for 16 months on day. You are welcomed to join the family as they spread awareness at Bethel Station by Burger King on Mtn. Hwy and 224th St.,in Spanaway. Come out and show your Love and…
Anti Bullying Walk at Cougar Mountain Middle School
The kids turned out in force in purple shirts carrying balloons inscribed with the names of other children who had committed suicide after being bullied. They were all excited to participate and be a beacon of encouragement to other kids living under the stress of a bully or bullies. Here are a few photos. Q13 Fox…
Bethel High yearbook day and car show
Bob Davidson is a expert when it comes to pin striping, he’s been doing it since 1955. Because he is sought out, there are thousands of car collectors who know him. He is also related to a Bethel High School shop teacher (father in law I believe they said). About 7 years ago, they decided to…
Anti-Bullying Walk June 8th
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Cougar Mountain Middle School, Graham, WA is having the first Anti-Bullying walk to promote awareness in our state, community and schools about the effects of bullying. Everything at this event is free through the hard work of the students and their fundraising and donations from Boeing and Pepsi. There will be free…
Groundbreaking Ceremony for Bethel SD’s new Central Kitchen & Transportation Center
You’re Invited: Groundbreaking Ceremony for Bethel SD’s new Central Kitchen & Transportation Center Hello everyone.. We are very excited to announce a groundbreaking event for the new Central Kitchen & Transportation Center. The event will be June 17 at 12:30 p.m. More details are included in the groundbreaking postcard invitation attached in this email. This…
More students sought for summer choir camp
Spanaway, WA — Students who are ages twelve and up may learn to sing and dance with the Spanaway Lake Music Company this summer. Spanaway Lake High School will host the second annual Vocal Jazz and Show Choir Summer Camp beginning Sunday, June 23, and running through Saturday, June 29. The camp will feature nationally…
Bethel School Board highlights May 28
At the May 28 Bethel School Board meeting, Bethel High School teacher Jim Sawatzki shared an overview of the Washington State History Day Competition in which the BHS team won the state championship. The board voted to authorize the administration to begin preparations for the following programs to begin for School Year 2014-15 (or as feasible),…
Bethel grad the first gay matrimony at St. Paul’s Episcopal in Seattle
By Marianne Lincoln This is a story about resilience, Christianity, exuberance, joy and love. This is about my friend, Michael Zubitis (zoo-bye-tus). In high school in the 70’s we called him “zoo-bits.” I remember him talking about being Latvian. He was also a proud Christian and often spoke with friends about his love of the Lord….
Pierce County Skills Center Open House – Wednesday, May, 22
It’s not too late to register for Fall. Come check out PCSC on Wednesday, May 22 any time between 5:30pm and 7:00pm to learn about the exciting programs we have to offer. Students and parents will have the opportunity to tour the campus and visit with instructors and current students. Students interested in attending PCSC summer…
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