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SUMMARY:Financial Aid 201: Navigating FAFSA Simplification
DESCRIPTION:PSCCN and WSAC are partnering to offer a Financial Aid Training Workshop\, where we will provide valuable insights into recent simplification changes\, guide you through the FAFSA and WASFA platforms\, explore key topics for the upcoming financial aid year\, and follow up steps after the application. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and prepared for the upcoming financial aid season. Your participation will contribute to the success of both your institution and the students you serve. \nTopics covered in this training will include:\nAn Overview of FAFSA Simplification\nA walkthrough of the FAFSA and WASFA platforms\nAn overview of the corrections process\nStudent scenarios\nAnd more! \nLocation\nGreen River College Kent Campus\n417 Ramsay Way\, Rm. 283 Kent WA 98032 \nDates\n2/21/2023 \nTime\n9:00 AM – 11:00 AM \nRegister
URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/financial-aid-201-navigating-fafsa-simplification-2/
CATEGORIES:Financial Aid,General Community
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SUMMARY:Charting Our Future - Request For Proposals Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Charting Our Future is the annual conference for education leaders\, advocates\, and allies. This event serves as a dynamic platform for individuals across various sectors\, all united in their commitment to shaping a young person’s journey from cradle to career. Over two transformative days\, we aim to ignite collaboration\, enrich learning experiences\, and expand professional networks. At the heart of this conference is the desire to build a collective knowledge base\, equipping participants with essential tools to positively influence the lives of youth and their families. By adopting a systemic approach and pooling our diverse expertise\, we aim to transform policies\, practices\, resource allocation\, and power dynamics. \nThis year’s theme is Local Focus\, Statewide Impact. We are actively seeking proposals for sessions that highlight initiatives and approaches within local communities with the potential to be scaled statewide.
URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/charting-our-future-request-for-proposals-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Foundation for Tacoma Students,General Community
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SUMMARY:2024 NCAN Advocacy Training and Hill Day
DESCRIPTION:NCAN’s 2024 Advocacy Training and Hill Day will be on March 20th and 21st in Washington\, DC. Hill Day is the premier gathering of college access and success professionals seeking to impact federal policy. Whether you are brand new to policy advocacy\, or a seasoned expert in driving federal change\, your voice is needed in Washington\, DC. All NCAN members and your students\, alumni\, and board members are welcome to attend. Detailed schedule coming soon. Please join NCAN at Hill Day this spring!
URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/2024-ncan-advocacy-training-and-hill-day/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,General Community
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SUMMARY:BIG Impact: Networking with a Purpose
DESCRIPTION:Buy your tickets now for delicious bites\, swanky sips\, and a night of networking with a purpose at BIG Impact on Thursday\, March 21.\n\nJoin Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound for a cocktail hour full of inspiration as we announce our 2024 Bigs & Littles of the Year. See the powerful impact these matches have made in each other’s lives as you get to know BBBS supporters from throughout the Puget Sound. \nAfter the program celebrating these Bigs & Littles\, you’ll get unlimited access to all that MoPOP’s central galleries have to offer\, including the brand new “Massive: The Power of Pop Culture” exhibit that opens just a few days earlier. \nThis will be a night to remember. You don’t want to miss it! \n*This fundraising event is for guests ages 18+
URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/big-impact-networking-with-a-purpose/
LOCATION:Museum of Pop Culture\, 325 5th Ave N\, Seattle\, WA\, 98109
CATEGORIES:Consortium,General Community
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SUMMARY:Rails to Sails Train Show
DESCRIPTION:Foss Waterway Seaport is hosting the Rails to Sails Train Show\, in collaboration with the National Model Railroad Association. This year’s model train show will feature at least five model trains and open to the public on March 28th to March 30th from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Rails to Sails Train Show is included with regular paid museum admission.
URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/rails-to-sails-train-show/
LOCATION:Foss Waterway Seaport\, 705 Dock Street\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Foss Waterway Seaport":MAILTO:kaitlan.harbaugh@fosswaterwayseaport.org
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SUMMARY:Rainier Scholars Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the Rainier Scholars values and what it means to be EPIC! \nSee EXCELLENCE in action\nHear stories of PERSEVERANCE\nReflect on what everyday INTEGRITY looks like\nExperience how COURAGE creates change! \nTogether let’s cheer on our incredible scholars\, families\, and alumni\, while supporting their journey to and through college! Invitations with exciting speaker reveals and program highlights coming soon. \nYou won’t want to miss this year’s Rainier Scholars Luncheon—it’s going to be EPIC!
URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/rainier-scholars-luncheon/
LOCATION:Sheraton Grand Seattle\, 1400 6th Ave\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Consortium,General Community
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SUMMARY:Tacoma Ocean Fest
DESCRIPTION:Tacoma Ocean Fest is a free festival on Tacoma’s waterfront for National Ocean Month\, plus many June ocean events including a Lantern Paddle for Species and a Waterfront Cleanup. We also hold the Grit City Costume Paddle during Halloween Weekend. \nOn Friday June 28th\, 2024\, Foss Waterway Seaport will be hosting the Lantern Paddle for Species. Bring your human-powered watercraft and a species-themed lantern and paddle on the Thea Foss Waterway\, or stay on dry land to check out the parade. The Paddle will be from 7pm-10pm. \nThe festival is taking place June 29th\, 2024. In the morning\, join us for a waterway cleanup with marine naturalists from 10am-12pm. We will have glass art hidden around the waterfront for you to find\, courtesy of Fire it Forward. After the cleanup\, head to Foss Waterway Seaport for the main festival from 12pm-5pm. Check out the museum\, explore art from our featured artists\, enjoy eco-themed performances and OceanX talks throughout the day\, and learn more about conservation from local environmental organizations. The mission of Tacoma Ocean Fest is to celebrate the ocean\, learn about its threats\, and get inspired to protect it.
URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/tacoma-ocean-fest/
LOCATION:Foss Waterway Seaport\, 705 Dock Street\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,General Community,STEAM Learning
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ORGANIZER;CN="Foss Waterway Seaport":MAILTO:kaitlan.harbaugh@fosswaterwayseaport.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241104
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SUMMARY:Schools Out Washington’s Annual Bridge Conference
DESCRIPTION:School’s Out Washington’s annual Bridge Conference is a two-day convening focused on exploring\, celebrating\, and influencing our collective field(s) through solidarity and unified learning. \nVisit https://schoolsoutwashington.org/bridge-conference/ to learn more.
URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/schools-out-washingtons-annual-bridge-conference/
LOCATION:Greater Tacoma Convention Center\, 1500 commerce st\, tacoma\, 98402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Consortium,General Community
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SUMMARY:Charting Our Future: The Power of Us
DESCRIPTION:Charting Our Future returns to bring together a powerful network of educators\, policymakers\, system leaders\, and community advocates dedicated to driving lasting change for students. Hosted by the Foundation for Tacoma Students\, this annual two-day conference is designed to equip participants with the tools\, insights\, and relationships needed to dismantle barriers in education and expand access to postsecondary opportunities and workforce readiness. \nTaking place on April 8-9\, 2025\, at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center\, this year’s theme\, The Power of Us\, centers on the strength of collective action through everyday community partnerships\, ensuring that every young person has the opportunity to thrive. \nAttendees will engage in thought-provoking keynotes\, interactive breakout sessions\, and strategy-driven discussions that move beyond conversations to actionable change. This year’s lineup features two nationally recognized keynote speakers whose work challenges institutions to rethink their role in creating educational equity: \n\nJeff Duncan-Andrade\, Ph.D.\, Co-Founder of Community Responsive Education\, has spent decades redefining the purpose of schools\, proving that when education prioritizes wellness\, equity\, and justice\, entire communities transform. His research and practice challenge outdated models and provide a blueprint for schools as centers of healing and social change.\nErin Jones\, educator\, author of Bridges to Heal Us\, and former Washington State Superintendent candidate\, has led equity and racial healing work for over 30 years. Her expertise in leadership development\, cultural competency\, and community engagement has shaped policy and practice across the country.\n\nCharting Our Future is an opportunity to connect\, strategize\, and build the momentum necessary to push systems forward. The conference unites professionals across sectors\, from K-12 and higher education to workforce development\, philanthropy\, and government\, ensuring that solutions are rooted in aligned investments\, backed by data-informed strategies\, and designed for lasting impact. \nEvent Details:\nDate: April 8-9\, 2025 \nLocation: Greater Tacoma Convention Center \nRegistration: chartingourfuture.co \nTickets: $275 (Individual) | $1100 (Group of 8) \nWith workshops on policy and practice\, collective impact\, investing in communities\, and data-driven strategies\, attendees will leave with concrete tools to drive change in their organizations and communities. \nWhat You’ll Gain at Charting Our Future:\n\nActionable Solutions: Walk away with practical tools and strategies to strengthen student success\, close equity gaps\, and build stronger support systems.\nHigh-Impact Networking: Connect with cross-sector leaders who are driving change in education\, policy\, and workforce development.\nExclusive Insights: Learn from top experts and innovators\, Jeff Duncan-Andrade\, Ph.D. and Erin Jones\, whose work has shaped schools\, policies\, and entire community ecosystems.\n\nFor all questions and inquiries\, please contact conference@graduatetacoma.org.
URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/charting-our-future-the-power-of-us/
LOCATION:Greater Tacoma Convention Center\, 1500 commerce st\, tacoma\, 98402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foundation for Tacoma Students,General Community
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SUMMARY:Collaboration For A Cause Youth Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Are you between 16 and 24 and ready to kickstart your career\, do you know someone who is? Join us at the Collaboration For A Cause Youth Job and Resource Fair on April 11th\, 2025\, from 11 am to 2 pm at South Hill Mall in Puyallup (located in the center of the Mall)! Connect with over 45 local employers eager to hire motivated individuals like you. Whether you’re seeking part-time or full-time work\, training opportunities\, or career growth\, we have something for everyone. Employers including Vulcan Metals\, Waste Connections\, and Puget Sound Naval Shipyard offer union benefits\, paid training\, and more. \nWe’ll help you create resumes on-site\, so bring your details and be prepared to make a great first impression! You’ll also have opportunities for immediate interviews with employers actively hiring across diverse industries such as construction and healthcare. Don’t miss your chance to gain valuable skills and connections that could shape your future.
URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/collaboration-for-a-cause-youth-job-fair/
LOCATION:South Hill Mall\, 3500 S Meridian\, Puyallup\, WA\, 98373\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Community
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SUMMARY:Franklin Pierce High School: Senior Interview Panels
DESCRIPTION:Sign up to volunteer on a senior interview panel.
URL:https://graduatetacoma.org/event/franklin-pierce-high-school-senior-interview-panels/
LOCATION:Franklin Pierce High School\, 11002 18th Ave E\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98445\, United States
CATEGORIES:General Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Franklin Pierce School District":MAILTO:smoore@fpschools.org
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