This week, we showed our #CPSDPride by giving a #SuperSchoolShoutout to Clover Park High School (CPHS) with computer science (CS) teacher Jamie Manuel and junior Chase Porter. Manuel used to teach middle school history in Los Angeles before using his IT background to create their computer science program. “When I moved back Washington, I had […]
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Nobles introduces bill to update WA veterans committee
A bill to update the membership structure of the Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee (VAAC) was heard in the Senate State Government, Tribal Affairs & Elections Committee Tuesday. Senate Bill 5338, sponsored by Sen. T’wina Nobles (D-Fircrest), would replace two positions designated for representatives from the state veterans’ homes in Orting and Retsil with at-large positions. […]
City Council Statement on Immigration Enforcement, Federal Grants and Loans, and Local Infrastructure Projects
“We understand that the numerous new executive orders and implementing memorandums from the federal government —including those regarding immigration enforcement, pausing federal grants and loans, as well as delaying local infrastructure projects— may cause confusion and fear for some. We will be working closely with our state and federal partners to understand and respond to […]
Alex Mills of Lakewood Earns Degree at George Fox University
Submitted by George Fox University. Alex Mills of Lakewood was among the undergraduate, accelerated online degree, and graduate-level students who received diplomas from George Fox University at its midyear commencement ceremony in December of 2024. Mills earned a bachelor of science in computer science. George Fox University is a Christian college classified by U.S. News […]
Crozier named Charles Wright Academy Lower School Director
Stephani Crozier has been named Lower School Director at Charles Wright Academy. Crozier has served as interim director for the past six months and recently completed a confirmation process. “Stephani joined the CWA community in 2018, as a first grade teacher,” wrote Rachel Rippl, Interim Head of School, in a January 29 email to the […]
Local Students Earn Dean’s List Recognition from George Fox University
Submitted by George Fox University. Local students were among those who earned dean’s list recognition at George Fox University for the fall 2024 semester. Traditional undergraduate students must earn a 3.5 grade point average or above on 12 or more hours of graded work to earn a spot on the dean’s list. The following students […]
Home in Tacoma Implementation Begins February 1
TACOMA, Wash. — Following extensive community engagement, and the adoption of Ordinance 28793 last November, the City of Tacoma’s implementation of the Home in Tacoma zoning and standards package is set to begin this Saturday, February 1, 2025. The package introduces new zoning regulations aimed at promoting greater housing diversity and affordability throughout Tacoma, including the […]
Strickland, Kim, and Min Honor Korean American Military Hero Col. Young Oak Kim
Office of Rep. Marilyn Strickland announcement. U.S. Representatives Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Young Kim (CA-40), and Dave Min (CA-47), the three Korean American U.S. Representatives, reintroduced a bipartisan bill to award the Congressional Gold Medal to Colonel Young Oak Kim in recognition of his extraordinary heroism, leadership, and humanitarianism. “As the three Korean Americans in the […]
9th Ave SW Closed for Construction Starting in February
Beginning Monday, February 3, 2025, 9th Ave SW between S Meridian and 5th St SW will be closed to all vehicle traffic. The City is reconstructing 9th Ave into a Festival Street, which is a flexible space that is pedestrian-oriented and can be used to host events and festivals. Construction is anticipated to be completed in September. Due […]