🗣️ Help Shape What Comes Next for Highline
We’re refining our strategic plan to focus on how we put our goals into action and measure progress. As we plan for a reduced budget, your input helps us stay focused on what matters most for students and guides how we align limited resources with our strategic goals.
Join an in-person engagement session on January 20, February 3 or 9.
Can’t make it? Share feedback online beginning next week.
😷Stay Healthy This Winter and Stay Connected to School
Winter brings colder weather—and with it, colds, flu and other seasonal illnesses. Staying healthy helps students stay engaged in school, and every day of learning builds confidence, connection and progress. Here are five health tips for families, including knowing when to stay home. Check our “Too Sick for School?” guidelines if you’re not sure.
💙Right Care, Right Time: Health Services and Student Supports
We’re building systems that help every student succeed, whether they need extra help, a challenge or individualized care. That includes how we support students' health and wellbeing during the school day. This year, the Health Services Department is taking an intentional, data-informed approach to how school nurse offices operate.
🧭 Schools of Choice Applications Open
Shape your future, your way. Schools and Programs of Choice applications are now open!
From maritime studies and aerospace exploration to hands-on career programs, virtual learning, and small, personalized learning environments, options help students learn in a setting that fits them.
What to do:
- Attend a school-specific information session in January.
- Most applications are due Jan. 31.
🎙️ Listen Now: The Promise Podcast
HEA President Jeb Binns joins Dr. Duran to share his path into education, what he sees in classrooms today, and why our students inspire so much hope. Listen to the episode and subscribe to The Promise Podcast to hear more stories from across Highline.
📢Puget Sound Skills Center Info Night
Join us for an opportunity to learn about the programs and pathways available at Puget Sound Skills Center. Hear about the PSSC journey and more on Tuesday, January 13, 5:00-7:00 p.m. at PSSC (18010 8th Ave S, Seatac).
🚫No School on January 19
There will be no school on Monday, January 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
📅 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 21. All regular board business meetings, work sessions and public hearings are public, and everyone is encouraged to attend.
🍏 What’s Cooking Next Week for School Meals
Next week, we look forward to Garlic Cheese Rippers on the elementary lunch menu. School meals are available to all students at no cost this school year. Check out the NEW interactive menu platform My School Menus where you can view nutrition details, check for allergens and more.
Highline in the News
White Center Blog
Firefighters and volunteers deliver holiday food and toys to 22 families Monday morning
Mentions the Highline High School Drill Team
XPRMedia
Daikin Seattle Experience Center Hosts High School Students for HVAC Career Day
Features Raisbeck Aviation High School students
Highline Heritage Museum
Our Highline Voices KQWZ Podcast
Features Meredith von Trapp, director of Waskowitz Outdoor Education Center