Graduate Tacoma

Collaborative Action Consortium September 2023 Convening
2023-09-14 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Foundation for Tacoma Students, 919 S 9th St, Tacoma, WA, 98045, United States
The Consortium brings together cradle-to-career network partners, cross-sector organizations, and community members for robust, systemic dialogue. We align goals, strategies, and resources to impact laws, policies, and funding for student success. Add your voice to the collective power of this cross-sector alliance as we forge strategic partnerships for good.
Register today and be part of the movement to build a more equitable future through collective action.

5K Run, Walk, & Roll - Early Support Services for Infants and Toddlers
2023-09-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Bradley Lake Park, 531 31st Avenue SE, Puyallup, 98374, United States
To raise the importance of early support for infants and toddlers. Early Support Services are designed to enable children from birth to 3 with developmental delays or disabilities to be active and successful during the early childhood years and in the future in a variety of settings—in their homes, in childcare, in preschool, or school programs, and in their communities.

Youth Marine Foundation Annual Fundraising Dinner
2023-09-17 16:30 - 19:00 | Tacoma Youth Marine Center, 820 East D Street, Tacoma, WA, 98421
Join us for a fun evening of dinner, dessert and hosted wine at our beautiful Thea Foss waterfront location. Moreover, this year marks a truly special occasion as we celebrate the 100-year centennial anniversary of Sea Scout Ship #110. This remarkable milestone reflects a century of dedication, growth, and commitment to empowering generations of young maritime enthusiasts.

National School Redesign Showcase Orientation Session Q&A
2023-09-19 12:00 - 14:00 | WA
The national school design showcase is a year-long collaboration bringing together students, teachers, schools, and policy influencers to design school experiences that turn middle and high schools into places everyone wants to be and puts all students on a pathway to adult success.
Selected school teams consisting of students, teachers, school and district leaders, and/or community members will have the opportunity to share their ideas of how their schools could achieve this with a wider audience including Washington, DC-based educational policy influencers.

Act Six Application Is Open! ✍️
2023-09-26 - 2023-11-28 | WA
Act Six provides full-need, full-tuition scholarships, and leadership training for emerging urban and community leaders who want to use their college education to make a difference on campus and in their communities at home.

There is no fee for Act Six, and with your completed Common App you can also apply to your choice of more than 1,000 colleges around the country.
You can begin the 2023-24 application by submitting an interest form and adding Act Six to your Common App.

Power of Community Luncheon
2023-09-26 11:30 - 13:00 | LeMay – America’s Car Museum, 2702 East D Street, Tacoma, WA, 98421
Show your support to the leaders of Pierce County and enjoy an inspiring program, incredible food and drink. This year’s luncheon is scheduled to be held in the LeMay America’s Car Museum Showcase Gallery event space. Lunch will be provided to go along with an hour-long dynamic program focused on the impact that Safe Streets has on the community.

Power of Play Lunch
2023-09-27 12:00 - 13:00 | Venice Ballroom, Hotel Murano, 1320 Broadway, Tacoma, WA, 98402
Mark your calendars now and enjoy a delicious meal while showing your support for the Museum and early learning in our community.
Gifts made at the POP Lunch provide critical operating dollars for Greentrike and community programs like Play to Learn and the Museums Pay As You Will Admission. You will have an opportunity at the POP Lunch to make a contribution, sharing with those in need of Greentrike’s unique brand of learning through play.

Campaign Free Aid Fall Convening
2023-09-27 15:30 - 17:30 | Clover Park Technical College, 4500 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood, WA, United States
The Fall 2023 Campaign Free Aid convening will feature a comprehensive Simplified FAFSA training facilitated by Christina Winstead and Sam Washington (WSAC), light snacks, and time to mingle and plan with other CFA participants. Open invitation to any community members who are interested in providing financial aid support to Pierce county students and families this year.

Stand for Our Sound Awards Nomination
2023-09-30 | WA
Communities For a Healthy Bay proudly celebrates those who have passionately devoted their efforts towards the well-being of our community and Bay. We invite nominations of outstanding candidates from all corners of the South Sound and from diverse industry sectors – be it from schools, government, nonprofits, technology, academia, or research.
We’re seeking individuals, groups, or businesses that excel in:

Advocacy relating to Commencement Bay and the Puget Sound region through avenues like community organizing, outreach, research, or public policy.
Dedication to the betterment and representation of underserved communities.
Leadership in local environmental policies.

Nomination Deadline: Ensure your nominations are submitted by September 30, 2023. Please note that nominations received post-midnight on Sunday, October 1, 2023, will not be considered.
Selection Process: A distinguished committee composed of Communities for a Healthy Bay staff, our board of directors, past award winners, and dedicated community members will review all nominations. Winners will be informed via email and are encouraged to grace the award reception in person on November 9, 2023.
To make your nomination stand out, we recommend detailed responses that showcase unique aspects of the nominee’s efforts, especially those that might not be widely known or available online.

Pierce County PNACAC College Fair
2023-10-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Tacoma Community College, 6501 South 19th ST, Tacoma, WA, 98466, United States
Stop by the college fair where you can meet with representatives from over 80 colleges and universities. The college fair will be held at Tacoma Community College (Building 20, Main Gym) on Thursday, October 5th from 5:30pm – 7:30pm. Check out how to prepare before the fair, see the list colleges and universities attending and make sure to register.

Youth Advocacy Summit & Fall Fest
2023-10-08 10:00 - 16:00 | Highline College, 2400 South 240th Street, Des Moines, WA, 98198, United States
This is an event for youth, by youth, co-hosted by the Community Center for Education Results (CCER), League of Education Voters (LEV), and a team of youth partners from across the state. Alongside our youth partners, we invite students, parents, leaders, and members of the community to come listen, learn, and participate in the events that students are putting on. Learn from their experiences with school. See what issues they are passionate about. Listen to and honor their hopes for the future. Whether you are a young person yourself or another member of the community, we invite you to join us as we hear from students, families, and community members.

Isolation and Restraint Lunch & Learn
2023-10-18 12:00 - 13:30 | Pacific Medical Centers – Beacon Hill, 1200 12th Ave S Ste 830, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
Interested in participating in discussions concerning the well-being and advancement of our under-served neighborhoods? Come and share a free lunch with us and participate in discussions that impact our youth and their education!

Creating an FSA ID
2023-10-18 18:00 - 18:30, 2023-10-26 18:00 - 18:30 | WA
Whether you’re a student or parent you’ll need to create your own FSA ID to access and sign the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You will use your FSA ID every year you fill out a FAFSA form. Join us to learn how to create and use your FSA ID.

Cómo crear un FSA ID (Español)
2023-10-19 18:00 - 18:30, 2023-10-24 18:00 - 18:30 | WA
Los estudiantes y padres necesitan crear la credencial FSA ID para acceder y firmar la Solicitud Gratuita de Ayuda Federal para Estudiantes (FAFSA). Utilizaran la credencial FSA ID cada año para llenar y firmar el formulario FASFA. En esta sesión aprenderá como crear y utilizar su FSA ID.

Tacoma Urban League's 2023 Empowerment Awards
2023-10-20 18:00 - 20:00 | BICENTENNIAL PAVILION AT HOTEL MURANO, 1320 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma, WA
The Tacoma Urban League is excited to present our 2023 Empowerment Awards Dinner which will be held at the Hotel Murano Bicentennial Pavilion on Friday, October 20, 2023 at 6 PM. We invite you to support your community and join us at this important celebration as we recognize of some of our most influential community leaders.

Tacoma Reads: Little Literary Fest
2023-10-21 11:00 - 16:00 | Wheelock Branch, 3722 North 26th Street, Tacoma, WA, 98407
Tacoma Reads: Little Literary Fest returns for a day of art, performance, workshops, and more!
Author Tonya Lippert will be present!
In 2023, we’ll explore the theme of Home: Housing Insecurity in our Community.
Look forward to:

A special welcome from Mayor Woodards
A Family Storytime with Tonya Lippert, author of HOME, and Tacoma Arts Live Teaching Artist Sabian Pleasant
All-ages activities from Tacoma Art Museum, local artist Stephanie Wood, and Write253
Performances by Vision Step Team and Tacoma Refugee Choir

State of Public Education: Investing in Tomorrow's Possibilities
2023-10-25 11:00 - 14:00 | McGavick Convention Center, 4500 Steilacoom Blvd SW, Lakewood, WA, 98499, United States
This year’s State of Public Education event calls for equitable investments into the building blocks of possibility for every student. Join us for solutions-oriented conversations centered on the key inputs and funding required to uplift historically underserved students.

Hear from diverse education leaders on strategies for advancing equity
Gain understanding of funding disparities between districts and schools
Explore key investments required to shift the narrative
Assess progress toward 2030 community education goals
Discover new partnership opportunities to drive collective action

Hear from diverse education leaders as we assess our progress to date on the 2030 community goals, uplift work already underway, and galvanize action around remaining gaps. We’ll explore proven strategies that remain underfunded, while moving toward solutions for funding the futures our students deserve. Visit GraduateTacoma.org/SOPE to learn more about this event.
(Doors open at 10:00 AM)

Champions for Children
2023-10-26 18:00 - 20:00 | WA
Each year Pierce County Early Childhood Network (PCECN) invites the community to nominate people, organizations, or businesses in Pierce County for the Champions for Children award. This award is intended to recognize those who have an extraordinary ability to make children and families feel encouraged, uplifted, and supported.

Senior Saturday
2023-10-28 10:00 - 15:00 | Mount Tahoma High School, 4634 S. 74th St., Tacoma, WA, 98409, United States
This event is for current seniors (Class of 2024) and their parent(s)/guardian(s). Senior Saturday is a collaboration between College Success Foundation, MDC, Mt Tahoma and Proyecto MoLE to support the Class of 2024 with their post secondary goals and successful completion of their senior year.
Senior Saturday will include the following:

College/Resource Fair
Assistance Creating an FSA Id or WASFA Account
College Application Support
Personal Statement/Scholarship Essay Support
Post Secondary Planning Guidance and Support

Lunch will be provided and students are encouraged to bring a laptop and charger.

Register at: https://2030goal.org/seniorsaturday

Feel free to contact Melody Rodriguez at (253) 381-0446 or mrodriguez@collegesuccessfoundation.org if you have questions.

2024 Willie Stewart Community Service Scholarship
2023-11-02 08:00 - 2024-05-21 23:59 | WA
The Willie Stewart Community Service Scholarship program celebrates and recognizes Pierce County high school seniors who have given back to their community through volunteer service. Scholarships in the amount of $2,500 are awarded to graduating seniors in a competitive process. In 2023, 14 local seniors received this scholarship.

FAFSA Webinar
2023-11-02 18:00 - 19:00 | WA
Students and families, come join our FAFSA webinar to learn about the form, what documents you’ll need, review the FAFSA learn how to address special circumstances, and prepare for next steps!

Tacoma Reads: Author David Ambroz in Conversation with Mayor Woodards
2023-11-04 15:00 - 17:30 | University of Washington Tacoma, 1900 South Commerce Street, Tacoma, WA, 98402

2023 Bridge Conference: Forging Brighter Futures
2023-11-06 08:30 - 17:00 | Greater Tacoma Convention Center, 1500 commerce st, tacoma, 98402, United States
SOWA’s annual Bridge Conference brings together school-age care providers, youth development professionals, leaders, community organizers, funders, and policymakers from across the country. Attendees hear from thought-provoking presenters and learn new strategies to build strong programs and equitable systems for young people, in and out of school. Reflected in all aspects of the Bridge Conference are the values of equity, belonging, leadership, nourishment, change, innovation, and community. Our attendees and presenters represent the diverse communities we work with across the state.

Opera Selecta Film Showing
2023-11-06 16:00 - 19:00 | The Grand Cinema, 606 Fawcett Avenue, Tacoma, WA, 98402, United States
Get ready for a mesmerizing evening as Tacoma Sister Cities presents an inspirational film about the Opera Selecta Music Festival.

International Indigenous Film Festival
2023-11-07 16:00 - 21:00 | The Grand Cinema, 606 Fawcett Avenue, Tacoma, WA, 98402, United States
Tacoma Sister Cities presents a three day festival celebrating international indigenous films.

Scholarships Webinar
2023-11-08 18:00 - 19:00 | WA
This webinar will give you an insight on how to prepare to apply for your scholarship search and learn about the upcoming CSF scholarship cycle. This includes eligibility requirements, important dates, required documents and essay questions.

WASFA Webinar
2023-11-09 18:00 - 19:00 | WA
Students and families, come join our WASFA webinar to learn about the form, what documents you’ll need, review the WASFA, learn how to address special circumstances, and prepare for next steps!

2024 Native Action Network's Ambassador Program
2023-11-12 23:59 | WA
Calling All Young Native Womxn Leaders!
The 2024 Ambassador application is open to Native American/Alaska Native womxn aged 21-26. This is a unique opportunity for young womxn to travel to four (4) national Native conferences a year (one per quarter), all expenses paid. The Ambassador will travel with Native Action Network (NAN) Board of Directors or staff, be exposed to unique leadership opportunities, and build networks that will last a lifetime. Priority is given to Washington State residents, but all are encouraged to apply.
ELIGIBILITY:
NAN recognizes that gender is both fluid and expansive, and embracing those who identify as two-spirit, trans women, and genderqueer. The selected Ambassador will be an enrolled member of a federally recognized Tribe.
The selected candidate will have obtained some level of higher education, a demonstrated commitment to public service, a strong desire to represent NAN at the local, state, and national levels, and the skills to represent NAN effectively and in a positive light.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Complete applications received on or before Sunday, November 12, 2023 at 11:59 PM PST will be considered.
QUESTIONS:
Please email info@nativeactionnetwork.org with any questions.
