Friday Forums | Resources Mentioned for The Class of 2020

We are all thinking about Tacoma’s graduating seniors and how closures might affect their ability to prepare and enroll in a postsecondary program. This week we discuss what’s next for […]
Planning for Collective Recovery

As the Foundation for Tacoma Students begins to think about “what’s next” for the Graduate Tacoma community movement, I’m inspired by an idea of Collective Recovery. Recovery will be the […]
Partnering to Increase Access to Student Technology

As our community responds to the ongoing school closures, it is increasingly apparent that hundreds of students do not have the internet bandwidth or devices necessary to participate in a […]
Student Access & Technology Fund
The digital divide is real, far-reaching, and for the first time, unavoidable as we consider our role as a support system for students. We know that virtual classrooms will never […]
Friday Forums | Resources Mentioned for Supporting Families with Disabilities

This week we welcomed four experts deeply involved in maintaining service for students and families impacted by disabilities. Panelists included Glenna Gallo, Washington State’s Assistant Superintendent of Special Education; TPS’ […]
Friday Forums | Resources Mentioned for Engaging Online Learners

This week’s Friday Forum was all about giving parents, families and community organizations tools and tactics they can use right now to continue supporting the kids in their lives. Replay […]
Meet the Staff: Devin Rydel Kelly

Devin Rydel Kelly is the Director of Data at the Foundation for Tacoma Students. His years of experience in social science and community organizing help him bridge the gaps between […]
Help Us Coordinate COVID-19 Efforts

The Graduate Tacoma movement is built on the collaboration, partnership, and the strength of community to reach Tacoma youth when and where they need us. With expansive school closures and […]
When School is Out, Community is In

Dear Friends and Colleagues, As many of you have no doubt heard, Governor Jay Inslee announced earlier this afternoon all schools in King, Snohomish and Pierce Counties will close […]
Meet the Staff: Shaima Shamdeen

Shaima Shamdeen is the Digital Communication Manager at the Foundation for Tacoma Students. Hired in November 2018, Shaima brings a passion and expertise for connecting community through digital storytelling. A […]