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Through hands-on learning and career-focused pathways, our Schools and Programs of Choice empower students to explore their passions and opt for learning communities that work for them. Whether it's exploring technology, healthcare, or internships, these programs are designed to give students the tools they need to thrive in the future they choose.
At Highline, we don’t just make a promise—we live it every day. In our new and redesigned 2023-24 Annual Report, you’ll find stories that reflect the heart of our strategic goals and our commitment to fulfilling Highline’s Promise: to know every student by name, strength and need, so they graduate ready for their future.
The report is mobile-friendly, includes translation features, and highlights the stories that bring our promise to life. It pairs with the Strategic Plan Dashboard, highlighting our successes, opportunities for growth, and providing a tool for the community to explore data and track progress toward Highline’s strategic goals.
Our Highline Dual Language program is about more than language learning. It celebrates the rich cultures students bring to the classroom and helps them excel in school. Multicultural skills enable students to live, work, and communicate across cultures. For many family members, the program is a way for their children to stay connected to their heritage. For others, the program opens doors to different cultures and broadens their children’s own worldview and opportunities. Highline’s Dual Language program is innovative, inclusive and free.
No School on Monday, January 20. Read more headlines about resources for immigrant and refugee families, our new safety plan, the 2023-24 Annual Report and more.
Help shape Highline's 2025-26 budget by joining our ThoughtExchange, open until February 2, 2025. Share what matters most to support students and rate others' ideas. Your input will guide resource allocation for equity and long-term success.
Share your input! Nutrition Services is partnering with PSSC students to develop new recipes for our school meal programs.
Don't miss the Maritime Career Expo tomorrow! Read more headlines about schools of choice, winter job fair, Gold Star nominations and more.
Online enrollment starts February 18 for new students entering grades K-12 in September.
Know someone interested in working at Highline Public Schools? Invite them to our in-person job fair on Saturday, February 8, from noon to 3:00 p.m. at the Puget Sound Skills Center.
Secondary report cards will move exclusively online in ParentVUE and StudentVUE later this year as part of a larger shift to online report cards across all grade levels.
Our Promise
Every student in Highline Public Schools is known by name, strength and need, and graduates prepared for the future they choose.
Our Goals
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STUDENTS
89
LANGUAGES SPOKEN
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CLASSROOM TEACHERS
34
SCHOOLS
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Highline has 18 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 4 comprehensive high schools serving neighborhoods in Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, SeaTac and White Center. Families may also want to explore our 7 choice schools or multiple alternative education options.