SPANAWAY, WA — Art Crate Stadium was the scene of the big game Friday night. While the Bethel Braves and the Graham Kapowsin Eagles, cross town rivals, met on the turf, the stadium was festive with signs decorations and sales of school colored shirts and accessories. Before the game, there were three tailgate parties in…
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Schools including Franklin Pierce, Bethel and PLU
Daffodil Pricesses are being chosen
Franklin Pierce High School selected Casey Timble last week. Washington High School will choose their princess in the theater on October 24. Spanaway Lake High chose Connie Smith on September 30. Graham Kapowsin will choose a princess on October 30 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. Bethel High will hold their Princess selection on November…
Bethel Board highlights Oct. 8
October 8, 2013 Board Highlights The Bethel School Board is committed to advancing student learning opportunities and educational services within the district’s boundaries. Received a presentation from director of assessment and highly capable Brian Loffer on preliminary state standardized testing results. His review included district and grade level performance on the Measurement of Student Progress (MSP),…
Four Make ‘Schools of Distinction’ List
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — One local middle school and three elementaries have made the elusive ‘Schools of Distinction’ list for academic achievement. Liberty Middle School and Centennial Elementary made the list for the first time. Nelson and Evergreen elementary were repeat winners. These schools represent the top 5% of improvement of all schools in Washington state, who…
Groundbreaking at Pierce County Skills Center
On October 23, at noon, the Pierce County Skills Center will hold a dedication and groundbreaking celebration to mark completion of Phase 2 construction and the beginning of Phase 3. The ceremonies are open to the public.
SLHS Homecoming Kick-off Flapjack Fundraiser
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — The Spanaway Lake High School Football Booster Club is serving up the start of great Homecoming Week. The club will host a Flapjack Fundraiser at the Applebees, located at 16518 Meridian E in Puyallup, on Oct. 13 from 8 to 10 a.m. For just $10, you will get pancakes, bacon, sausage, eggs and…
Bethel Bus drivers place at national, state events
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Bus drivers place at national, state events Congratulations to the following Bethel transportation staff: National Bus Roadeo: Judy Violet & Daphne Howell, 6th place – Special Ed State Bus Roadeo: Heather Gunderson and Kara Moriarty, 2nd place – Special Ed Christopher Bardsley, 3rd place – Regular Ed.
McTeacher Night – Thursday Oct. 10
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Feeling hungry? The Thompson Elementary staff invites you to join them as they serve up all of your McDonald’s favorites, this Thursday, Oct. 10. McTeacher Night runs from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Spanaway McDonald’s, located at 14900 Pacific Avenue South. For more information, contact Thompson Elementary School at 253.683.5800.
Washington celebrates Walk to School Day Oct. 9
OLYMPIA – An estimated 20,000 students, parents, teachers and community leaders from cities across the state will participate in International Walk to School Day Wednesday, Oct. 9. Walk to school events taking place this week and throughout the month encourage students to explore walking and biking to school rather than driving or being driven. The…
Bethel Over Emerald Ridge 28-21, Homecoming
SPANAWAY, WA — It was all there, the balloons, the streamers, the hats, shirts and school colored camo pants. There was royalty arriving in classic cars at half time, cheerleaders, hoots, howls, the band playing pep tunes and lots of people. The first score went to the Bethel Braves, but the Emerald Ridge Jaguars soon…
Bethel High Skit Night
SPANAWAY, WA — Friday is Bethel High School’s Homecoming Game against Emerald Ridge at 7 p.m. at Art Crate Field. It’s tradition to have skit night and crowning of the game royalty on the Wednesday night before the game. The royalty was introduced, the skits were performed and the judges went out to make a…
It’s Bethel High School Homecoming Week
SPANAWAY, WA — Bethel High School alums are expected Friday at the annual Homecoming Football game. This year Bethel is playing against Emerald Ridge at 7 p.m. There is a group on Facebook called “Bethel Brave Football Tailgates” who area actively promoting the game. On Wednesday, there will be a homecoming skit night. There is no information…
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