Federal Way Public Schools: A District of Distinction
Federal Way Public Schools (FWPS) is a leader in continual innovation among public schools in the state and nation. Bold words, indeed. But Seattle Pacific University and Standard and Poor’s, as well as educational experts across the state, back up that claim. Read more »
Board Approves Replacement Technology Levy for Feb. 9 Ballot
At the Nov. 10, 2009 school board meeting, the board agreed to place a replacement technology levy before the voters on Feb. 9, 2010. The current technology levy expires in 2010. The proposed measure will ensure that Federal Way students have a level playing field when competing with students around the state, across the nation and in our global community. The six-year levy has been structured to keep homeowners' school taxes level through the full six years of the levy. Read more »
Bond Measure Passage Continues to Generate Grants, Rebates
Federal Way Public Schools continue to see unexpected benefits from the passage of its construction bond measure in 2007. Because the FWPS community agreed to fund the rebuilding of five schools and several other district facilities, the district has been able to leverage that local commitment for additional state and corporate dollars. The latest is a $500,000 grant from the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. Read more »
Heading to High School? Have a Plan!
Eighth-grade students and their parents can learn what to expect at high school – and develop a plan to make the most of their educational opportunities before graduation – at high school planning night. Read more »What You Need to Know If The Weather Turns Bad
What if it snows? What if the roads are icy? Will school be cancelled? Here’s how to know what’s happening with our schools and transportation if the weather gets nasty. Read more »
FWPS Superintendent Search Firm Retained
On December 8th, the Federal Way Public Schools Board of Directors voted last night, to retain McPherson and Jacobson, L. L. C. Executive Recruitment and Development to conduct a comprehensive search for the district's new superintendent. The base cost for conducting the superintendent search is $23,500.
“We are committed to a rigorous and open process, and working with McPherson and Jacobson. L.L.C. will ensure a fair and efficient process,” said Board President Tony Moore. Read more »
Flu Symptoms? Stay Home
What are the symptoms of the H1N1 flu? When should you stay home? The Seattle - King County Health Department website has added two videos that help answer those questions. They’ve also added information about immunization clinics at pharmacies around the country. Read more »[ Español | 한국어 | Русский ]
