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Meet Yousif E. a participant in the Student Development Program at Boeing in Washington from Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center and Henry M. Jackson High School in Everett Public Schools.WA Public Schools.
“My biggest accomplishment that I'm proud of in the Student Development Program was connecting with people who could potentially be my future co-workers and learning about Boeing and working with tools.”
Congratulations to NCTA graduate Ira Husk, who has launched his career with Aspen Power Catamarans, a local marine manufacturer in Burlington known for designing and building innovative, fuel-efficient power catamarans.
We’re proud to see our graduates putting their hands-on skills to work in the marine industry right here in our community. Way to go, Ira! We can’t wait to see where your career takes you.
⚓ Check it out and join us in congratulating Ira on this exciting achievement!
#NCTA #CareerReady #CTEWorks #MarineIndustry #WorkforceDevelopment @AspenPowerCatamarans
West Sound Tech Skills Center - WST
About 3D Animation & Game Design
This course introduces students to the principles, tools, and concepts used in 2D and 3D animation, video game programming, and video game production. Students use industry-standard computers and software to create 3D video games and animations. While using those programs student learn how to design, 3D model, rig and animate a character for video games. The course focuses on the 3D art pipeline, modeling, texturing, game engines, modeling for anatomy, Principles of Animation, lighting and compositing. Using pre- and post-production skills, student work in teams to create animations and video games. This course covers a variety of 21st Century Skills (“employability skills”) essential to a student’s transition into the professional world.
This class is designed like a video game. You have become a player in the game. A player will start at level 0 and level up as they progress through the game. A player levels up by completing quests (assignments and tutorials), participating in town halls (lectures and group activities), boss fights (quizzes and tests). Every activity in the class is worth XP (experience points). As a player progress through the game, the player will be rewarded with Badges, Achievements and Awards. Your progression through the game will determine your grade at the end of each term.
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https://www.westsoundtech.org/
West Sound Technical Skills Center
101 National Avenue NorthBremerton, WA 98312
360-473-0550
Tri-Tech Skills Center
About Pre-Veterinary Technician
A day in the life of a veterinary assistant is rarely routine! If you love working with animals and don’t mind hard work or getting your hands dirty, this program will help you build the skills to land a job right after high school and prepare you for a college veterinary technician program.
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Tri-Tech Skills Center
Address: 5929 W Metaline AveKennewick, WA 99336
Phone: (509) 222-7300
Tri-Tech Skills Center
About Auto Body Technology
If you enjoy working on cars and like the satisfaction of making a vehicle look new again, this program may be for you! While learning to repair today’s high-tech vehicles, you will gain the skills required to work in the automotive collision repair industry. The program includes use of professional training materials to meet National Automotive Technical Education Foundation (NATEF) requirements and standards to earn related certifications.
Learn More:
Tri-Tech Skills Center
Address: 5929 W Metaline AveKennewick, WA 99336
Phone: (509) 222-7300
2026-2027 Back to School Checklist Now Open
July 27, 2026
The first day of school is just around the corner, and it's time to complete your annual Back to School Checklist!
To make the process easier, Walla Walla Public Schools has simplified this year's checklist. Instead of completing multiple online forms and links, families can now submit all required information through one convenient Google Form:
Back to School Checklist: https://forms.gle/9ULswPRdNzyP61rb6
The Back to School Checklist collects important family and student information that will help Walla Walla Public Schools verify records as we transition to our new student information system, Qmlativ (Q).
Please complete the Google Form by the first day of school. Thank you for your partnership and for taking the time to complete this important annual process. Your support will help ensure a smooth transition to Qmlativ and allow us to continue providing the highest level of service to our students and families throughout the school year.
Harlan shared:
Harlan is a Washington native who served 21 years as an electrician in the U.S. Air Force. During his career he built strong teams that maintained and upgraded the infrastructure and utilities across multiple installations. Additionally, he successfully trained thousands of new military recruits and partner nations from all over the world. Above all else he prizes integrity, hard work, and dedication.
In his personal time, he prioritizes spending time with his wife, 3 children and 2 dogs. His passions center around cars, sports, and fitness.
Joining the NewTech team affords Harlan the opportunity to train and prepare the next generation of industry professionals by creating a classroom of accountability, teamwork, and professionalism. He is very excited to partner with the returning Energy and Power teacher, Mr. Prish, in building a stronger program.
Tri-Tech - Culinary Arts
Do you enjoy cooking and wonder what it would be like to have a career in the hospitality industry? This fast-paced program will get you ready to work in restaurants, hotels and resorts. Successful students are in high demand and are well prepared to go directly to work or to one of the area’s culinary institutes for additional training. After hours caterings are required for the course. Professionalism in the kitchen is a key element of all learning.
Learn More:
Tri-Tech Skills Center
Address: 5929 W Metaline AveKennewick, WA 99336
Phone: (509) 222-7300
Sound Experience aboard the Schooner Adventuress
I scheduled the whales to show up while the students were furling. These weren’t the whales I was expecting but it’s fun anyway when the modern, high speed, boat comes to say hi to the old fashioned, stately, ship. #soundexperience #seattleskillscenter
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The Mount Vernon Police Department will conduct an Emergency Response Training exercise at Mount Vernon High School on Thursday July 23 and Friday July 24.
Community members may notice emergency personnel, emergency vehicles, and other visible activity at the high school. This is a planned training exercise, there is no active emergency. Students will not be present or participate.
The district is providing the campus so local first responders can practice coordinated emergency response procedures and strengthen their partnership and preparedness with Mount Vernon School District.
🚨Capacitación programada en MVHS
El Departamento de Policía de Mount Vernon llevará a cabo un ejercicio de capacitación en respuesta a emergencias en la Escuela Preparatoria de Mount Vernon el jueves 23 de julio y el viernes 24 de julio.
Es posible que los miembros de la comunidad vean personal de emergencia, vehículos de emergencia y otra actividad visible en la escuela preparatoria. Se trata de un ejercicio de capacitación planificado; no hay ninguna emergencia. Los estudiantes no estarán presentes ni participarán.
El distrito está proporcionando las instalaciones para que los equipos locales de primera respuesta puedan practicar procedimientos coordinados de respuesta ante emergencias y fortalecer su colaboración y preparación con el Distrito Escolar de Mount Vernon.
We’ve decided that the curly mustache is the surest sign of sinister intent. The orange peel may detract from the intended effect though. We did also learn about engineering and navigation and bosunry and microplastics, but the mustache was the key breakthrough today. #soundexperience #seattleskillscenter
Cascadia Tech Academy
**Apply Now for the 2026–2027 School Year!**
It's not too late to apply and discover your future through hands-on Career & Technical Education!
At Cascadia Tech students gain real-world experience, earn high school and college credits, and industry-recognized certifications while exploring exciting career pathways.
We have space in the following programs:
Aviation Science & Technology
Business Principles
Fashion Design
Forest Management-Session 1 Only
Information Technology Systems
Service & Security (ITS3)
Maritime Technology
Pre-Engineering Design Technology
Teaching Academy-North (Offered Session 1 Only)
Teaching Academy-East (Offered Session 1 Only)
*If you have already applied, do not submit an additional application. Contact your counselor.
**First Day of School
Monday, August 24, 2026
Get Your First Look at Maritime|253 on Aug. 4
Students and families are invited to be among the first to step inside the new Maritime|253 Skills Center during an enrollment information and first look event on Tuesday, Aug. 4. Whether you're enrolled to attend Maritime|253 or exploring your options, this event is an opportunity to see the new facility, meet instructors and partners, and learn how Maritime|253 prepares students for high-demand careers.
Event Details:
Tuesday, Aug. 4
4–6 p.m.
Maritime|253 Skills Center, 1225 Maritime Center Drive
As the first public event in the new building, guests can take a self-guided tour, explore industry-grade equipment and learning spaces, meet Maritime|253 staff, connect with education and industry partners, and learn more about the programs, college credit opportunities, industry credentials, and career pathways available to students.
Maritime|253 is a regional skills center supported by nine member school districts: Chief Leschi Schools, Clover Park School District, Fife Public Schools, Franklin Pierce Schools, Orting School District, Sumner-Bonney Lake School District, Tacoma Public Schools, University Place School District, and Vashon Island School District.
Each member district is guaranteed student enrollment seats and is represented on the Maritime|253 Governing Board by its superintendent. Together, these districts help guide the vision and direction of the regional skills center while expanding access to hands-on, career-connected learning in maritime, technology, port operations and logistics, sustainability, and advanced maritime manufacturing.
On Saturday night,Cascadia Tech Academy hosted a dinner for 25 VERY LUCKY winners of a dinner we auctioned off at our Cascadia Tech Foundation’s 2026 ASPIRE Gala. The dinner was an interactive experience that was a fusion of Korean and Northwest cuisine. Our guests cooked, learned and got STUFFED with some amazing food!
Special thanks to Cascadia Tech Culinary Graduate, and Food Network STAR, Chef Kaleena Bliss and Cascadia Tech's very own, Chef Andrew McColley for going ALL out to make this evening a memory for everyone! Special thanks to Chef Greg Retchless, and Cascadia Tech Culinary Students, Bethany and Samantha for their help! Check out this short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9bX5zKlAxs
