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…
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Schools including Franklin Pierce, Bethel and PLU
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…
Franklin Pierce Schools Refinances Bonds, Saves Taxpayer Dollars
TACOMA, WA — Franklin Pierce School District has refinanced its 2005 bonds in order to take advantage of lower interest rates. The recent refinancing will save the District’s taxpayers a total of over $370,000 during the next four years. Dr. Frank Hewins, Superintendent, emphasized that these savings flow directly to taxpayers through reduced tax levies…
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…
Franklin Pierce School District Superintendent Announces Administrative Changes for 2013-2014
TACOMA, WA – At the School Board of Directors meeting held the evening of May 14th, the School Board unanimously approved new administrative appointments recommended by Dr. Frank Hewins, Superintendent for the 2013-2014 school year. Mr. Lance Goodpaster will become the Assistant Superintendent effective July 1. Mr. Goodpaster is currently Principal of Evergreen Primary School in the…
2013 Youth First Fun Run and Walk, June 1
FRANKLIN PIERCE SCHOOL DISTRICT — On Saturday, June 1, Franklin Pierce Youth First! invites you to participate in the 2013 5K/1 mile Family Fun Run/Walk and Discovery Fair. Get some great exercise on the beautiful campus of Pacific Lutheran University, and learn about many great resources available to our community’s residents. 2013 Franklin Pierce Youth…
Career and Technical Education offerings expand next year
FRANKLIN PIERCE SCHOOL DISTRICT — Beginning next year, students will have more options to enroll in CTE courses and be exposed to the exciting world of CTE. CTE is a critical component to helping students connect academic coursework with their future career, which allows for improvements in academic achievement and performance, and career exploration and development….
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!
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