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….
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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…
Kids, learn to sing and dance with the Music Company
Spanaway, WA — This summer, students who are ages twelve and up may learn to sing and dance with the Spanaway Lake Music Company! 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…
Local candidates are now running
Here are the local candidates who filed for election to office this week: City of Roy Mayor Nonpartisan Office 4-year term Karen E. Yates Council Pos. 1 Nonpartisan Office 4-year short and full term Dean Lloyd Council Pos. 5 Nonpartisan Office 4-year term Leon E. Garrison Yelm School Board Director District No. 1…
Bethel Superintendent honors many at Tuesday meeting
Superintendent Tom Seigel took the time to honor many employees and a few community members who have been instrumental in helping the district with special projects. Among those mentioned and honored were the Bethel History Day team who took the state honors recently and Kiara Crandall, a freshman, who placed first at Project Unity (a joint high school talent…
Camas Prairie finds success at Elementary Chess Championships
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — The Camas Prairie Chess Club wrapped up a very successful year at the Washington State Elementary Chess Championships. Six local students qualified for end of year meet held in Vancouver on April 20. Out of the six qualifying students, five were able to attend. Individual Results: -Elk Plain School of Choice’s…
GKHS Sports Medicine Team performs well at state competition
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — The Graham-Kapowsin High School sports medicine team placed 19th out of more than 40 teams from Washington and California in this year’s Sports Medicine State Competition (WCTSMA). They competed in events including Anatomy, Medical Terminology, CPR, Resume and Interview, and Sports Medicine. All students take at least three written or oral exams…
Bethel District phone service disruption
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — The Bethel School District is currently experiencing a district wide phone outage. Calling into or out of the district is not possible at this time. The intranet connection to Roy elementary is also affected. Our provider, Rainier Connect is aware of the outage and is working to repair it. At this…
Bethel High Dominates, Wins State History Championship
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — For the second time in school history, Bethel High School has captured National History Day’s Washington State Championship. Officially known as the Superintendent of Public Instruction’s Outstanding School Award, the “State Cup” belongs to the team whose projects garner the highest total rankings in the finalist round of competition. Scored like a…
Thompson Elementary wins Bethel’s “Battle of the Books”
Congratulations to this year’s Elementary Battle of the Books winner – Thompson Elementary! It took eight questions in a tie-breaker round for Thompson to edge out a very tough team from Kapowsin. Winning team members include: Demaris Best, Erin Antanavage, Larissa Gaulke, McKennah Ulrey, and Librarian Danielle Horner. Great job, Tigers!
Bethel and Franklin Pierce Graduations
The following are the dates and locations for the Bethel School District High School graduations: June 11: Challenger HS, 2pm, Olson Auditorium – PLU June 12: Spanaway Lake HS, 2pm, Tacoma Dome Bethel HS, 5pm, Tacoma Dome Graham-Kapowsin HS, 8pm, Tacoma Dome The following are the dates and locations for the Franklin Pierce School District High School…
In the HEART of Bethel – Market opens May 11
In the very center of the Bethel School District, in an area that historically was called Elk Plain, the community of the school district has now opened a Saturday Market. Starting with three Saturdays this year, May 11, August 10 and November 9, the market hopes to someday grow up to be as significant as the…
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