School Briefs

Student selected to attend conference

Elena Fuell, of Edmonds, class of 2005, has been selected to participate in the National Student Leadership Conference, a leadership development program for outstanding high school students.

Fuell will join 8,000 other students from around the country and from 45 countries around the world to study, experience, and develop the skills and traits that define and identify a leader.

EdCC offers free GED Prep class

Students with a home computer and Internet access can study for the GED test at their own pace from home this fall by taking Edmonds Community College’s new GED preparation class online.

For more information or to schedule a placement exam, call 425-640-1593. Students must test at an Eighth grade reading and writing level to enroll.

Students get a ‘Jump Start’

This summer, incoming kindergartners and their parents from College Place Elementary will get a head start on their education thanks to a $15,000 grant from Boeing.

The “Jump Start” program provides an opportunity for students who are entering school to start early, meet with teachers and support staff and begin to learn the skills that are needed to be successful in kindergarten.

The sessions meet 9-11:30 a.m. Monday through Thursday, Aug. 2-12.

Funding to inspire student interest

Edmonds Community College was awarded $699,723 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for the Sprite Project, a joint effort by the college, Edmonds School District and the University of Washington-Bothell.

The goal of the project is to encourage high school students, especially young women, to pursue academic paths leading to careers in science, engineering and information technology. The project will give students a way to learn math and physics while incorporating their interests in art, music, and communication by working on animation projects, including video games.

Adventure at Alderwood

NOGGIN’s “Franklin” will help lead area preschoolers on a fun filled learning adventure as Alderwood host’s Club NOGGIN 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 26 at the area across from Bon-Macy’s near Gene Juarez Salon. NOGGIN’s “Franklin” is a boisterous young turtle who works his way though everyday dilemmas in the world around him. Trained activity leaders will guide young children (ages three to six) on the one hour and fifteen minute learning adventure. Admission to Club NOGGIN is free and parents are required to remain in the club area until the event is completed.

Space is limited and advance registration is required. For more information, call 425-771-1211 or visit the website at www.alderwoodmall.com. The following Club NOGGIN session is scheduled for 11 a.m. Sept. 30.