⛄Winter Break Reminder
There will be no school December 23 through January 3. Have a safe and warm winter break! We will see you on Monday, January 6.
💙Standing with Students and Families
This week, Superintendent Ivan Duran reminded families of Highline’s commitment to making every student and family—especially immigrants and refugees—feel welcome, valued, and safe. There is no room for hate or discrimination at Highline. Read the full message which includes resources for refugees and immigrant families.
📚 What’s New with Secondary Redesign
We are redesigning programs in our middle and high schools to better support every student. This effort is called Secondary Redesign, and it supports our Highline Promise. Through listening sessions and pilot programs, we are focusing on real-world relevance and instructional rigor. Learn how each comprehensive high school is taking steps to make learning more meaningful, engaging and rigorous.
📅 School Board Meeting Schedule
You are welcome to join the Highline School Board and superintendent at a school board meeting. All school board meetings are held at the Central Office, 15675 Ambaum Boulevard SW in Burien, typically every other Wednesday, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 8. All regular board business meetings, work sessions and public hearings are public, and everyone is encouraged to attend.
⚓Maritime Career Expo: Save the Date
Discover your path in maritime careers — on or near the water. Join Maritime High School for the 2nd Annual Career Expo. Connect with industry leaders including Holland America, NOAA, Puget Sound Pilots, and more! Also, explore local opportunities and enjoy hands on activities. We look forward to seeing you there!
🎓 In Case You Missed It... Building Future Ready Pathways
Preparing students for the future means creating opportunities for students to explore, dream, and plan for success. This fall, Future Ready Fest, CollegeCON, and 8th-grade college visits brought this vision to life. Read our latest Promise story to learn more about students’ experiences and how these events empower students to take charge of their futures and embrace their journey toward being Future Ready.