FRANKLIN PIERCE SCHOOL DISTRICT — Ford Middle School eighth grade band student, Anna Rader, was chosen to participate in the Washington Music Educators Association’s Jr. All-State band and choir which will perform on Saturday, February 16 in Vancouver, WA during the Washington Music Educator’s Convention. Anna was chosen through an audition process from hundreds of…
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Schools including Franklin Pierce, Bethel and PLU
Brookdale PTA hosts national speaker for parents and district staff on November 29
FRANKLIN PIERCE SCHOOL DISTRICT — On November 29, at 6:30 p.m., Brookdale PTA invites parents and staff to attend a presentation by nationally renowned author and speaker Cynthia Tobias to hear her guidance on working with strong willed children. The presentation coincides with her book You Can’t Make Me, But I Can Be Persuaded. Ms. Tobias…
FP District employees donate $10,441 to charitable organizations through United Way
FRANKLIN PIERCE SCHOOL DISTRICT — Franklin Pierce Schools just concluded its workplace giving campaign, coordinated by the United Way of Pierce County. District employees contributed a combined $10,441, which will be distributed to funds and organizations throughout Pierce County, and to many organizations that provide services to families residing in the school district. Each contributor is…
FP School Board received 2012 Board of Distinction award
The School Board of Directors of Franklin Pierce Schools was recently honored as a “2012 School Board of Distinction” by the Washington State School Directors Association. The School Board was recognized for strong performance in five key areas: Providing responsible school district governance. Setting and communicating high expectations for student learning, with clear goals and…
Broadway YEAR students to perform Dec. 5, SLHS
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Students involved in the Broadway YEAR program are getting ready to put on a fabulous show. This fall, the district and the Broadway Center for the Performing Arts in Tacoma teamed up to offer students Broadway YEAR, an arts-centered, after-school theater program that empowers students, while helping them develop self-esteem, a…
Nelson Elementary ‘Jingle Bell Run’ Dec. 1
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Put on your reindeer cheer and join Nelson Elementary for some jingle bell fun! On Saturday, Dec. 1, the school will hold their third annual Jingle Bell Family Fun Run/Walk. The event includes a 5K, one mile and kids dash races. This year’s theme is Reindeer Cheer and costume awards will…
Frederickson teacher wins art contest
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Artsonia.com held a Fall Art Drive, encouraging teachers to submit artwork to their website. All teachers who published at least 100 pieces of artwork between July 1 and November 7 were entered into a drawing for one of ten $100 gift cards to Blick Art Materials. All teachers who published at…
Nelson elementary vies for Clorox Grant
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Now that the elections are over, it’s time to vote on something else with a direct local impact. Nelson Elementary is nominated for up to $50,000 grant from Clorox. Only 37 schools in our state were nominated and Nelson Elementary is the only one from the Graham/Puyallup area. You can vote ONCE every…
Bah, Humbug! at GKHS, Dec. 6, 7 & 8
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Graham-Kapowsin HS offers you some fun, holiday cheer with their dramatic presentation of John Wooten’s Humbug. Humbug is a Christmas Carol with a modern day twist. It follows the story of Eleanor Scrooge, a ruthlessly ambitious Wall Street executive who has an aversion to Christmas and an insatiable appetite for power. Locked…
GK, BHS students selected for Honor Bands
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Congratulations to band directors Paul Bain, Graham-Kapowsin HS, and John Wetherington, Bethel HS and their students who were selected to participate in the annual Western International Band Clinic (WIBC). Firebird Honor Band: Shannon Boyd, Shanika Kennedy, Katie Regier, Ashley Stewart, Riley Roth, Caitlan Whitley, Alex Nodtvedt, and Bobby Odle, GKHS Phoenix Honor Band: Patrick Moul and…
Spanaway Elementary Arts Dedication Dec. 3
The Washington State Arts Commission and Spanaway Elementary invite you to attend the dedication of Bethel School District’s newest public arts project. Artist Richard La Londe’s mural called “Enchanted Journey,” consists of six fused glass panels. It was recently installed along the wall of the school’s main staircase. The ceremony is schedule for Monday, Dec….
School bus cameras to track motorist violations
BETHEL SCHOOL DISTRICT — Drivers, consider this a warning. Failing to stop for a school bus can result in fines. Every year, the Bethel transportation department sees numerous violations – where motorists have ignored stopping buses. So, to help promote safety, the district is taking an extra step. For a one-year trial basis, the Bethel…
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