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During high school, my older sister was a full-time Running Start student. Throughout her time in this program, I saw firsthand the arduous efforts it took to keep up with the…
Apr 25, 2024
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Nature’s Classroom: Washington Students Learn Environmental Stewardship Through Outdoor Education Program
In the heart of the Nisqually River Basin, a school program is opening the floodgates of knowledge for local students.
Davy Clark, Program Director for the Nisqually River…
Apr 11, 2024
Newly Launched Purple Star Award Program Recognizes Washington’s Military-Friendly School Districts
Washington state is home to thousands of military-connected families, including active-duty service members, reserves members, and veterans. To recognize school districts that…
Apr 05, 2024
Washington’s Investments in Student Well-being Result in Improved Health and Academic Success, New Data Show
In recent years, Washington state has intentionally invested in supports for student well-being and academic success. Those efforts are paying off, as students report improvements…
Apr 03, 2024
Videos
Peshastin Students Enjoying Nature In Their First Outdoor Classroom | Environmental Literacy
The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) used a portion of its federal pandemic relief funds for Environmental Literacy projects. The Cascade School District uses…
Apr 24, 2024
Neah Bay Students Learn Traditional Skills Outdoors | Environmental Literacy
The Cape Flattery School District uses Environmental Literacy funding to provide Neah Bay secondary students new gear, making outdoor learning possible all year round.
Situated in…
Apr 22, 2024
Port Townsend Students Host a Media Mentorship Event
The Port Townsend School District recently hosted a Media Mentorship Night, where high school students taught information literacy skills to their parents, families, and community…
Apr 01, 2024
Special Projects
Student Stories: My Experience of Running Start
During high school, my older sister was a full-time Running Start student. Throughout her time in this program, I saw firsthand the arduous efforts it took to keep up with the…
Apr 25, 2024
Student Stories: How Orchestra Helped Me to Grow
Playing instruments with others in an orchestra has been on my wish list, and this has become true. The orchestra program in my school is divided into four periods, with each…
Apr 10, 2024
Student Stories: A Crash Course on Getting Through High School
Assignments, graduation requirements, burnout, and high expectations can make high school challenging. But I’ve found it helpful to focus on some key things that I like to…
Mar 15, 2024
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