The WSOS Baccalaureate Scholarship provides up to $22,500 in financial aid support and access to career-launching support services for students pursuing high-demand STEM and health care majors. This scholarship can be used to cover tuition, fees and other indirect costs of attendance such as housing, transportation, food and more. Funding can be used for any […]
The WSOS Career and Technical Scholarship (CTS) supports Washington students on their path to high-demand trade, STEM and health care occupations. To be eligible, scholars must enroll in an approved program, such as welding, manufacturing or IT, at one of Washington’s 34 community and technical colleges. Scholars are eligible to receive up to $1,500 each […]
Career Technical Education Multiple Pathways to Career Success Learn about important trends in our economy that are changing students’ path to success in our local job market Learn more about Career Technical Education programs at Bates & CPTC Colleges Learn about how The Career and Technical Scholarship (CTS) supports Washington students on their path to […]
Winter Workshops – Recharging Youth Development is an all-day training experience where Youth Development Professionals have the opportunity to engage in best practices focusing on: Racial Equity Social Emotional Learning (SEL) A deeper dive on Youth Program Quality Methods The trainings are designed to equip professionals with strategies and activities that they can implement in […]
Historical and intergenerational trauma is real and far reaching. The cumulative emotional wounding from generation to generation can contribute to many negative health outcomes for individuals including PTSD, depression and Type 2 diabetes – as well as impacting the community as a whole. This year’s Forum will focus on the “how” of our work. How […]
The Black Parents Alliance group will work within the community to discuss relevant topics, gain information, and make decisions to improve the education of their children; advocate for policies that improve the intellectual, social, and emotional success of Black scholars and families; empower and give voice to the concerns and successes of Black families and […]
Join the College Success Foundation for a presentation and dialogue of the Postsecondary Access and Enrollment Scan conducted by BERK Consulting commissioned by the Foundation for Tacoma Students.
Together with Rep. Jake Fey and Sen. Jeannie Darneille, Speaker of the House Laurie Jinkins is hosting a legislative town hall on Saturday, February 22nd. Get an update on the 2020 Legislative Session, learn what's next in the legislative process, share your comments, concerns, and questions.
In partnership with Graduate! Tacoma, Enhanced Prep is offering a 2 hour review session to help students prepare for the official SAT test. We will cover some strategies & techniques that will help you improve your score. We will have time for some questions but students are encouraged to schedule a free 30 minute consultation […]
In partnership with Graduate! Tacoma, Enhanced Prep is offering a 2 hour review session to help students prepare for the official SAT test. We will cover some strategies & techniques that will help you improve your score. We will have time for some questions but students are encouraged to schedule a free 30 minute consultation […]
Learn strategies and techniques that will help you improve your score and overall confidence. All sessions will cover the same information. You can register individually or see your Career Center for more information about attending a session at your school. Students will also be able to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with a tutor and […]
Franklin Pierce High School's Black Student Union is hosting a Black History Month Poetry Jam. If you would like to present a poem on Black Excellence please email Ms. Lee by February 13 at blee@fpschools.org
In Celebration of Black History Month, WayOut Kids in association with the Downtown Tacoma Public Library presents "Fun With Children's Books" An Author Read featuring two African American children's authors.
Bring the family and help celebrate: National Children’s Dental Health Month National Heart Health Month Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month Black History Month This free event features a live DJ, Free t-shirts, Free food, fun games, toys & prizes, free dental cleaning, free blood pressure screening, free haircuts and much more!