Graduate Tacoma

Cradle to Career Luncheon
2019-10-24 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Greater Tacoma Convention Center, 1500 commerce st, tacoma, 98402, United States
Registration is now open for our fifth annual Cradle to Career Luncheon, featuring the voices and performances of Tacoma students! Hear from a panel of community leaders and local expert Fay Hanleybrown of FSG as we discuss how our efforts today can build the tomorrow we dream for Tacoma kids. The possibilities are endless.
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AVID Career Exploration Field Trip @ BCRA
2019-10-22
Giaudrone, First Creek, Stewart, Baker, Gray and Truman Middle Schools.
More information to come.

WILLO 6th Annual Storytelling Festival
2019-10-20 14:30 - 16:30 | Stadium High School, 111 North E Street, Tacoma, WA, 98403, United States
Join the Women’s Intergenerational Living Legacy Organization for a free storytelling event celebrating Tacoma women who work in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math.

Pathway for Your Career
2019-10-18 | Geiger Montessori School, 7401 S 8th St, Tacoma, WA, 98465, United States
*This activity is part of Discover U month. The activity will be led by Kathryn Lanzillo at Geiger Montessori. For more information contact Kathryn at klanzil@tacoma.k12.wa.us
Students will research universities, trade schools, etc. that have to do with their ideal job as an adult. Then they will create a one-sheet about the university. Finally, they will write a letter to the university asking for more information.

Free SAT Testing
2019-10-16
All High Schools.
SAT/PSAT/NMSQT testing for TPS students in grades 10-12 during school hours at their high school. Contact your school’s Career Center for additional information.

Metro Parks Youth Councils
2019-10-15 18:30 - 20:00
Each community center will have its own Youth Council focused on community service, planning events, and advocating for youth in their communities.
Councils will meet twice a month and are a dedicated space for Youth Voice. An adult facilitator will be present to guide the team, but the projects, events, and focuses of each council will be a result of what YOU as the youth of Tacoma choose.
Metro Parks Youth Councils are open to youth ages 13-18 who call the Tacoma area home. You will self select the Community Center Council you want to join. We encourage students to choose the center that best represents your chosen community- whether that’s where you attend school, live, work, or play.

Advocacy Professional Development Workshop
2019-10-15 09:00 - 12:00 | FFTS Office, 919 S. 9th St, Tacoma, WA, 98405, United States
The Foundation for Tacoma Students launched its first advocacy agenda last year. Building on our learnings in that first year, we have since convened the newly-established Graduate Tacoma Advocacy Network (GTAN). This Network is dedicated to elevating the Tacoma/Pierce County voice to address impactful local, regional and state policy issues that further our goals for a Tacoma where every child succeeds cradle to career. With that, we’d like to invite you to join the GTAN at two upcoming professional development workshops from Jeff and Niki Reading of Reading Communications that will give you an opportunity to sharpen your skills and your overall approach to your advocacy work.
Part I: Communicating in a legislative environment
October 15, 9AM – 12PM | Foundation for Tacoma Students Offices

Whether you’re a seasoned hand at delivering your message to lawmakers or looking to learn the ropes, the first session will give an overview of the legislative environment, describe how and why legislative activity looks the way it does, and provide some insight into legislators’ perspectives and behavior. Understanding these factors is key to ensuring that your message is delivered and received with optimal effectiveness, whether speaking one-on-one with a legislator, delivering testimony before a committee, participating in a panel discussion or town hall, or providing informational materials with legislators or their staff. This session will cover the elements of a good message aimed at legislators, and workshop how to develop consistent messaging and strong message frameworks both within your organization and in concert with the messaging of allied organizations.

Part II: Communicating with reporters
November 5, 9AM – 12PM | Foundation for Tacoma Students Offices

It is common for professionals in advocacy roles to rely heavily upon the work of the press while at the same time finding themselves frustrated in their interactions with individual reporters. Knowing what reporters are looking for and how they work to create a story out of shapeless events can help ensure that your engagement with the press promotes greater clarity around your issue and even provides the perspective that frames it. This session will demystify the reporting process, show how reporters are unofficial but essential partners in the public policy process, and provide recommendations for how to help reporters tell a story that both informs the public and advances the communications goals of your organization.
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Stadium HS Financial Aid Assistance Night
2019-10-15 05:30 - 19:30 | Stadium High School, 111 North E Street, Tacoma, WA, 98403, United States
FAFSA nights are hosted at Stadium during the year to assist you and your family in completing the FAFSA.

This event was originally scheduled for October 1, and has been rescheduled due to a district-wide internet outage. The new date and time is:

October 15 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM in that Stadium library.

Festival Latinx
2019-10-12 16:00 - 19:00 | STAR Center, 3873 S 66th St,, Tacoma, WA, 98409, United States
A music and arts festival to celebrate Latinx heritage and culture and sharing it with the greater Tacoma community.

College Gear Day
2019-10-11 | First Creek Middle School, 1801 E 56th Street, Tacoma, WA, 98404, United States
*This activity is part of Discover U month. The activity will be led by Sheila Williams-Griffis and Russell Phillips at First Creek Middle School. For more information contact Sheila at swilli2@tacoma.k12.wa.us

Every Friday in October will be College Gear Day for students and staff. Teachers will engage students with various activites during advisory class.

Exploring Structural Racism
2019-10-09 13:30 - 16:30 | Boys & Girls Club – Donald G Topping Regional HOPE Center, 3875 S 66th St, Tacoma, WA, 98409, United States
A thorough understanding of structural racism can help all professionals provide effective services for youth and their families. In this session, instructors will explain structural racism, provide examples of and data on structural racism, and discuss implications for youth. The material can be emotionally challenging and they will provide what they hope will be a helpful structure for understanding and a learning environment for every participant to grow.
Participants will:
-Increase their knowledge of why understanding race and structural racism is crucial to achieving cultural competence
-Understand how history, laws, policies, practices & belief systems have interacted to produce racial disparities (also known as “structural racism”)
-Identify connections between historical racial injustices & present-day realities for youth and their families
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Hilltop Artists Better Futures Luncheon
2019-10-08 10:00 - 12:00 | BICENTENNIAL PAVILION AT HOTEL MURANO, 1320 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma, WA
Hilltop Artist’s Better Futures Luncheon is an opportunity for you to be a force for positive change. Bid on student-made centerpieces, hear directly from Hilltop students about the power of glass art and adult mentors, and learn how you can help connect students to better futures.

Check-In/Silent Auction at 10:30 am.

Program at 11:30 am.

Tickets are $30 each or $300 for a table of 10. For more information, visit www.hilltopartists.org/bfl2019

Bayanihan Filipino Youth Conference and Leadership Summit
2019-10-05 | Pierce College Fort Steilacoom Cascade Building – Performance Lounge, 9401 Farwest Dr SW, Lakewood, WA, 98401, United States
Pierce College’s ASPIRE team will be piloting it’s first Filipino American Community Engagement event, which will engage 200+ students (7th-12th Grade) and parents/families through:
· FilipinX Identity Exploration workshop & cultural activities
· Multi-generational Community Dialogue around issues of Leadership, Identity & Education
· Exposure to Filipino American Non-profits, Community-based organizations, & student clubs.
· Networking with Filipino American professionals from across the state.

2nd Annual Empowerment Dinner Gala
2019-10-04 18:00 - 20:00 | BICENTENNIAL PAVILION AT HOTEL MURANO, 1320 Broadway Plaza, Tacoma, WA
Join the Tacoma Urban League for the 2nd annual Empowerment Dinner Gala recognizing some of the most influential young leaders as well as legacy leaders in the community.

FAFSA/WASFA Completion Workshop
2019-10-01 17:30 - 19:30
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Tacoma High School Student Volunteer Fair
2019-10-01 12:00 - 17:00 | Peoples Community Center, 1602 MLK Jr. Way, Tacoma, WA, 98405, United States
Tacoma Students and Community Partners,
You are invited to attend the Tacoma High School Student Volunteer Fair on Oct 1 from 12-5 pm! This event will feature 501c3 non-profits and govt. agencies with volunteer opportunities in the Tacoma area suitable for high school students.
Through engaging students in volunteer work, we help them develop professional skills while fostering a sense of citizenship and stewardship. Thank you for attending, we look forward to seeing you there!
Questions can be directed to Brady Bekker, bbekker@tacoma.k12.wa.us

FAFSA & WASFA Filing Begins
2019-10-01
Filing begins today for FAFSA/WASFA. The sooner students file, the better their chances for aid. Please visit your high school Career Center for more information

9th Annual Walk to Prevent Homelessness
2019-09-28 | Wright Park
Help support the St Vincent de Paul Homelessness Prevention & Basic Needs Program. Be an advocate for our neighbors in need and those less fortunate in Pierce County. Register as a Walk, Create a Team or Join a Conference. All are Welcome!

ChuSeok Korean Festival
2019-09-21 11:00 - 17:00 | Asia Pacific Cultural Center, 4851 South Tacoma Way, Tacoma, 98409, United States

Painting with Microbes
2019-09-20 15:00 - 17:00 | rain incubator, 2304 Jefferson Ave, Tacoma, WA, 98402, United States
RAIN Incubator is excited to partner with the American Society of Microbiology (ASM) and bring Agar Art workshops to Tacoma!
Agar Art is a perfect marriage of biology and art that anyone can get into. Come to RAIN Incubator to learn how to paint with colorful microbes. With guidance from the RAIN Science Team, you will be able to create your very own work of living art!
*If you are under age 17, please bring your parent/guardian with you to the event!
Let your creative juices flow as the art you create will be eligible to enter ASM’s Agar Art contest with prizes up to $200! More details can be found at www.asm.org/agarart.
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Educator Financial Aid Training
2019-09-19 12:00 - 14:00
Learn basic details of federal and state financial aid and important messaging educators and community providers can use to discuss financial aid with students and families. Specifically, this training will include:

A basic overview and timeline of the financial aid process and application forms
Important facts about FAFSA and WASFA
Common financial aid terms
Information about key supports at districts and connections with community organizations and agencies

This training is a good fit for individuals working with families and middle and high school students or who are in positions that encourage or champion financial aid completion but do not need the details necessary to support financial aid application completion (this may include, family liaisons and bilingual paraeducators who support families/students in all grades, middle school counselors, district administrators not specifically engaged in college and career readiness).
Kent Campus training – September 19
Lakewood Community Center training – September 23
Clover Park Technical College training – September 30

Black Parent Alliance
2019-09-15 15:30 - 17:00 | Peace Community Center, 2106 South Cushman Ave, Tacoma, WA, 98405, United States
Join the Tacoma Urban League for the first Tacoma Black Parent Alliance meeting, Sunday Sept. 15th, at Peace Community Center to connect with other parents on topics and information relevant to supporting your family and scholar. We will be sharing updated local data about our youth and discussing strategies to expand opportunities and ensure clear pathways for success. Parents of Black youth at any Greater Tacoma area school are welcome.

APCC Polynesian Luau
2019-08-17 15:00 - 18:00 | Asia Pacific Cultural Center, 4851 South Tacoma Way, Tacoma, 98409, United States

Personal Statement film screening
2019-08-16 11:30 - 13:00
Hosted by Puget Sound College & Career Network and King County Promise.
“When three high school seniors in Brooklyn decide they want to attend college, they realize there is no guidance for them in their schools, which allows them to become their own counselors and help others.”

Free & open to all
Food provided
Panel with local student and educators

Monday, August 19 | 11:30 AM – 1 PM | New Holly Gathering Hall 7054 32nd Ave S Seattle 98119
Monday, August 26 | 5:30 – 7:30 PM | Green River College – Kent Station
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STEM Engineering Summer Camp
2019-08-05 17:30 - 20:30 | FFTS Office, 919 S. 9th St, Tacoma, WA, 98405, United States
This summer for the first time MESA is offering a series of one-week summer camps for middle school students covering STEM topics, such as Engineering, Gaming, Aeronautics and Robotics. The summer camp is designed to focus on four STEM topics and will be held in four different locations. Each camp will serve 25 students. Students will be allowed to participate in one camp only, Monday through Friday, with a topical field trip each Friday.

Who can attend: The camps are designed for middle school students. Students must be entering or attending middle school in the 2019/20 school year (ages 11-14).
How much will the camps cost: The camp is free and open to middle school students only.
MESA STEM Summer Camp schedule is as follows:
Each camp will be held 8:30 am – 12:30 pm, with the exception of Camp 4 which is an evening camp and will be held 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm with a day field trip on Friday August 9th. Camps will include snacks.

July 8th – 12th: Aeronautics, Tacoma Community College
July 22nd – 26th: Gaming, Baker Middle School
July 29th – August 2nd: Robotics, Grey Middle School
August 5th – 9th: Engineering, Graduate Tacoma (Note: this is an evening camp and will be held 5:30 – 8:30 pm)

How to Apply: Each camp will be limited to 25 students and placement is offered on a first-come first served basis. To apply, please visit the Tacoma MESA website at summer.tacomamesa.com. Here you will find additional program information and the application. You will have the opportunity to submit the application on line or you can print and send to the MESA Program Office.

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Fearless Facilitation Workshop
2019-08-02 09:00 - 16:00 | Pacific Lutheran University, 12180 Park Ave S., Tacoma, WA, 98447, United States
Discover the critical elements of skilled facilitation in this two-day workshop on PLU’s beautiful campus in Tacoma, WA. Experienced facilitator and iterative design expert Ryan Kiggins will lead participants through these critical elements using videos and group discussion. Most importantly, every participant will get the opportunity to put their new knowledge into practice by facilitating discussion in the workshop itself.
At the end of the two days, participants will be able to

Identify practices and mindsets that enable dynamic and engaging facilitation
Avoid common pitfalls when facilitating
Understand how to use feedback to improve facilitation skills
Use the skills identified in the class to achieve the best possible result in collaborative engagements

Advanced Math Super Review
2019-07-27 08:00 - 10:00
Functions, logs, matrices, and vectors, just to name a few. While these question types are not abundant, you will need to know these concepts if you are aiming for 30+ on the ACT math or 700+ on the SAT math. Enhanced Prep is here to help you! It’s time to dust off your formulas and learn some time-saving and accuracy-improving approaches. Join EP for this informative, 2-hour session to help Enhance your math score. Space is limited, register today to save your seat!

STEM Gaming Summer Camp
2019-07-22 08:00 - 12:30 | Baker Middle School, 8001 S J St, Tacoma, WA, 98408, United States

Big Hat Brunch: All on Board
2019-07-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Courtyard by Marrior Tacoma Downtown, 1515 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA, 98402, United States
As delightful as it is delicious, the Big Hat Brunch is a spectacular themed fundraising fête for Oasis Youth Center. This year’s theme celebrates the role board-games have played in connecting queer youth to Oasis Youth Center, Pierce County’s only drop-in, resource, and support center dedicated to queer and questioning youth.
Coordinate with your friends around the board-game theme selected by your table sponsor or sponsor a table to select your own theme! Then join us for fabulous food, fun, and festivities!
Established in 1985, Oasis is a vital resource and destination for queer youth to find community, connect with resources, and empower one another. Your support ensures that Oasis can continue its life-changing programs. Brunch funds will support Oasis operations and programming.
The Big Hat Brunch is a featured event of the 2019 Tacoma Pride Festival.

Hilltop Scholars Block Party
2019-07-19 12:00 - 15:00 | Peace Community Center, 2106 South Cushman Ave, Tacoma, WA, 98405, United States
