SCHOOL BRIEFS: Group seeks alumni for reunion
Published 8:56 pm Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Little Red School House is seeking alumni for a Sept. 11 Family Reunion to celebrate the group’s 47th year.
“We want families to come back together to share good stories, celebrate success and reflect on how Little Red made a difference in their lives,” Executive Director Terry Clark said in a press release.
Everett-based Little Red School House was founded by parents and the South Snohomish County Exchange Club in 1963. One of the group’s three sites is in Lynnwood.
The community-based service provider serves Snohomish County children, ages birth to 3, who have developmental disabilities, developmental delays or are at risk of falling behind their peers.
The reunion will take place from noon to 2:30 p.m. at the Mariner High School gymnasium and commons, 200 120th St. SW, Everett. The free event will include pizza and refreshments, family activities and opportunities to share stories. RSVP to 425-353-5656.
Tell school directors what you think
The last in a series of four group discussions on specific topics hosted by the Everett School Board will be held Aug. 25 at Jackson High School in Mill Creek (note location change).
The Community Engagement Sessions will help the Everett district craft its next strategic plan. This month’s gathering focuses on the topic of “Work, Career and College Ready.” A June event focused on “Equity and Access,” where 50 participants called for more training, commitment and funding.
To join the August session:
• Leave your contact information on the message line at 425-385-4048
• E-mail Bob Reese at rreese@everettsd.org
• Write to Community Engagement Process, Everett Public Schools, 4730 Colby Ave., Everett, WA 98203. Include your contact information.
The session will help define what work, career and college ready means and what support structures must be in place for students to become flexible to adapt to a rapidly changing world and to succeed in the futures they choose.
Shoreline CC cuts back on continuing ed
Continuing education classes at Shoreline Community College will be significantly reduced starting in September due to state budget cuts.
“Shoreline’s share of the state cuts for the year starting July 1 was about $1.6 million,” Shoreline President Lee Lambert said in a press release. “Cuts that deep, combined with reductions in previous years, mean the college had to make some adjustments.”
Only non-credit courses will be impacted. The college’s Center for Business and Continuing Education will continue to offer a business consulting program and training for automotive technicians.
Some staff will lose their jobs or be shifted to other duties. A satellite location at Lake Forest Park Town Centre may also be cut.
At the same time, the college is launching a Plus 50 program for baby boomers seeking education and training for new-job searches. The program is sponsored by the American Association of Community Colleges, which also is providing a grant to start the Shoreline program.
Edmonds students earn WWU scholarships
Two local high school graduates heading to Western Washington University this fall have been awarded scholarships.
Will Henson, son of Dan Henson and Beth Schindler of Edmonds and Tim and Tana Axtelle of Everett, received a $1,000 Alumni Emerging Leaders Scholarship for the 2010-11 academic year.
The Emerging Leaders Alumni Scholarship is awarded to new Western students based on academic achievement and leadership potential.
Mason Hughes, son of David and Belinda Hughes of Edmonds, received a $2,000 MAP Scholarship for the 2010-11 academic year.
The Multicultural Achievement Program (MAP) Scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership and a commitment to multicultural issues and activities in school or the community.
