New principal hired for Tumwater High School

posted 05:47 PM 05/15
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School district officials didn’t have to look very far to find a new leader for Tumwater High School.

Capital High School assistant principal Jeff Broome, from the neighboring Olympia School District, will assume the job on July 1.

“Having graduated from Tumwater High School myself, I am honored to return to a building in a district that has provided me with so much,” he said. “I look forward to honoring the strong traditions of Tumwater High School while finding ways we can continue to improve.”

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Olympia teen files civil rights complaints over alleged bullying

posted 05:43 PM 05/15

A teen who is filing a civil rights complaint about alleged bullying incidents at Olympia High said he's been expelled from the school.

Walk raises more than $7,000 in memory of late Tumwater teacher

posted 02:41 PM 05/15

More than $7,000 was raised during Black Hills High Schools’ Darlene Dally Memorial Scholarship Walk on Saturday, according to marketing teacher and DECA advisor Brenda Knowlton.

New principals hired at two North Thurston schools

posted 02:03 AM 05/15

Two administrators from Seven Oaks Elementary School in Lacey will take the helm at other schools on July 1, according to North Thurston Public Schools spokeswoman Courtney Schrieve.

Olympia School District budget restores some cuts

posted 02:24 AM 05/15

After several years of budget slashing, the Olympia School Board has been given a proposed spending plan that is filled with the “e” word: Enhancements. Superintendent Dick Cvitanich presented his proposed $93.5 million budget package for the 2013-14 school year during Monday night’s meeting.

Lacey school evacuated due to small oven fire

posted 09:47 AM 05/13

River Ridge High School in Lacey was evacuated at about 8:15 a.m. Monday due to a small oven fire in the school’s kitchen, according to Cortny Martin with North Thurston Public Schools’ Community Relations department.

TONIGHT: Olympia School Board to hear superintendent's budget ideas

posted 10:16 AM 05/13

The Olympia School Board will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday at the Knox Administrative Center, 1113 Legion Way SE, Olympia.

North Thurston math team wins state competition

posted 09:15 AM 05/10

North Thurston High School’s Math Club recently took first place at the Evergreen State College’s Math Competition, according to North Thurston Public Schools spokeswoman Courtney Schrieve.

TONIGHT: Tumwater School Board to hear update on New Market Skills Center

posted 09:55 AM 05/09

Tumwater School Board will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at the district office board room, 621 Linwood Ave. SW, Tumwater.

Kickstarter project would fund free youth theater program in Olympia

posted 11:31 AM 05/08

Tumwater assistant principal resigns during district investigation

posted 07:06 AM 05/09

A Tumwater school administrator has resigned amidst a district investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct between a former paraeducator and student.

Olympia High School among 'America’s Best'

posted 12:37 AM 05/08

Olympia High School has been named one of “America’s Best High Schools 2013” for its efforts in turning out college-ready graduates, according to a list released this week by Newsweek and The Daily Beast.

Tonight: North Thurston board to hear update on science efforts

posted 09:51 AM 05/07

The North Thurston School Board will meet at 7 p.m. today at the Dr. John W. Gott Administrative Center, 305 College St. NE, Lacey.

Help "Stuff the Bus" with school supplies, books and other items Saturday in Lacey

posted 05:14 PM 05/01

People are invited to donate school supplies, backpacks, cleaning supplies, children’s books, food and toiletries during North Thurston Public School Employees’ “Stuff the Bus” event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Costco parking lot in Lacey, 1470 Marvin Road NE, Lacey.

New principal hired for Roosevelt Elementary School

posted 01:19 AM 05/01

Sean Shaughnessy will begin July 1 as principal of Roosevelt Elementary School.

Event will highlight the history of Lincoln’s Options Program

posted 04:34 PM 04/30

Hear about the history of Lincoln Elementary School’s Options Program and talk to its founders during a presentation at 6:30 p.m. Friday at the school gym, 213 21st Ave. SE, Olympia.

TONIGHT: Olympia School Board to vote on 2013-14 school calendar

posted 11:30 AM 04/29

The Olympia School Board will hold a special meeting at 6:30 p.m. tonight at the Knox Administrative Center, 1113 Legion Way SE, Olympia.

UPDATE: Tree limb removed, power restored in Lacey

posted 04:16 PM 04/29

A tree limb was removed from an overhead line, and power has been restored to customers in Lacey, according to Puget Sound Energy.

North Thurston families alerted of bear sighting on Libby Road

posted 04:27 PM 04/29

A bear sighting was reported in the 2900 block of Libby Road in Thurston County shortly after 3 p.m. today, according to North Thurston Public Schools spokeswoman Courtney Schrieve.

Yelm FFA plant sale continues through Saturday

posted 09:06 AM 04/26

The Yelm FFA Plant Sale will be open until 5 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the high school greenhouses, 1315 Yelm Ave. W.

Black Hills students organize walk in memory of late teacher

posted 03:04 PM 05/02

Black Hills High School’s DECA Club is holding a walk from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 11 to raise money for the Darlene Dally Memorial Scholarship.

Avanti High School in Olympia to host Information Night

posted 03:18 PM 04/24

There will be an Information Night from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Avanti High School, 1113 Legion Way SE, Olympia.

Tumwater School Board to vote on distance learning proposal

posted 01:01 PM 04/25

The Tumwater School Board will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at the school district board room, 621 Linwood Ave. SW, Tumwater.

Saint Martin’s expands degree offerings in Centralia

posted 01:03 PM 04/23

Saint Martin’s is expanding its degree programs offered at Centralia College, officials announced.

Free retreat for wounded service members and families

posted 12:45 PM 04/17

Applications are being accepted through May 10 for the National Military Family Association’s retreat for wounded service members and their families.