FRANKLIN PIERCE SCHOOL DISTRICT — Ford Middle School teacher Erica Walter was only one of 22 applicants chosen in Washington State to receive a $5,000 grant from the CenturyLink Clark M. Williams Foundation. Walter’s grant proposal was focused on provided tablet computers to her students so that they could engage in a digital story-telling project….
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Schools including Franklin Pierce, Bethel and PLU
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…
Franklin Pierce 2013-2014 school calendar
FRANKLIN PIERCE SCHOOL DISTRICT — 2013-2014 school calendar The calendar for school year 2013-2014 is now available at this link: http://www.fp.k12.wa.us/files/2013-2014Calendar.pdf
Several district athletes earn spot at state championships
FRANKLIN PIERCE SCHOOL DISTRICT — Congratulations to the following athletes who will be competing at their sport’s respective state championship: Franklin Pierce High School Track Athletes Molly Mortensen: Triple Jump 5th; 300LH 6th Patryce McWilliams: 1600 5th(broke the school record), 3200 4th Julia Johnson: 3200 5th Megan Mortensen: Shot 6th , Discus 1st Justin Holden: 100…
Four FP district seniors recognized as Washington Scholars
FRANKLIN PIERCE SCHOOL DISTRICT — The Student Achievement Council and the Association of Washington School Principals has named 196 high school seniors as Washington Scholars in recognition of their academic achievements, leadership and community service. Four of those honored are students enrolled in Franklin Pierce Schools. The program annually honors three high school seniors from…
Franklin Pierce District 2013 dates for awards ceremonies
FRANKLIN PIERCE SCHOOL DISTRICT — Upcoming awards events celebrate scholarships and awards received by graduating seniors. Each spring, graduating seniors who have received scholarships and awards are publicly recognized by their peers, family, and the community. The members of the Class of 2013 who received scholarships and awards will be recognized at the following senior…
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….
PLU graduates the Class of 2013
Sunday, May 26 at 2:30 p.m. the processional for the 2013 graduates of Pacific Lutheran University began at the Tacoma Dome. The PLU symphony orchestra played the Processional of Joy conducted by Dr. Jeffry Bell-Hanson. David Robbins, Dr. Richard Louie and Dr. Patsy Maloney led the procession as Marshalls. The invocation was delivered by Rev. Nancy…
Memorial Day weekend starts early at schools and offices
By Marianne Lincoln It’s almost the end of the 2012-13 school years. Seniors are itching to be graduated, students are ready for summer vacation and the school staff is ready for some peace and quiet. Near the end of the year is the last long weekend, Memorial Day. If Thursday’s freeway traffic volumes were any…
May 28 County Council to meet at PLU, Garfield Community Room
Pierce County Council Meeting Date: May 28, 2013 Time: 5:00 PM Location: Pacific Lutheran University Garfield Community Room 208 Garfield Street South Tacoma, Washington Consent Items – Introduction, Referral, Setting Dates Proposal # Title 2013-28 An Ordinance of the Pierce County Council Adopting a New Chapter 1.30 of the Pierce County Code, “Freedom from Unwarranted…
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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