 For ParentsFrom registration to graduation in Lake Washington School District, find all the information you need to support your student’s success. Includes curriculum, testing, grades, schedules, special programs, student health, and last but not least, the lunch menu.  For StudentsFind what you need for success today and in the future. The research and homework help section has tools for successful papers and presentations. Students in grades seven through 12 can explore career information and learn about the higher education or other programs to support those careers.
 October Staff Star: Leslie Andrews, Head Start preschool teacher, Dickinson ElementaryDickinson Head Start teacher Leslie Andrews loves working with students and their families, giving students the best chance for early success.  September Staff Star: Tim Patterson, principal, Inglewood Middle School Tim Patterson, the principal at Inglewood Middle School (IMS), formerly Inglewood Junior High, has led the efforts at his school to make sure that this transition is as smooth as possible for students. November Staff Star: John Turnbull, teacher, Thoreau ElementaryJohn Turnbull, a fifth grade teacher at Thoreau Elementary is described as “a champion of the digital age” as he tries to integrate technology into his classroom.  December Staff Star: Sarah Brown-Donnell, teacher, Kamiakin Middle SchoolKamiakin Middle School Family and Consumer Sciences teacher Sarah Brown-Donnell ignites a spark in her students by teaching them skills for everyday life while at the same time applying what they have learned in other core academic areas like math, science, reading, writing and problem-solving.  January Staff Star: Julie Hembree, librarian, Bell ElementaryYou'd never know it now, but a few years ago, Bell Elementary librarian Julie Hembree wasn't a huge fan of technology. She didn’t do much on the computer and technology training in another school district was so frustrating for her, she was almost in tears trying to finish her assignments. Now, Julie is a front-runner in the use of technology in her library.  February Staff Stars: All National Board Certified TeachersCongratulations to the 25 new teachers, and to the 205 district teachers, who have achieved National Board Certification.  March Staff Star: Pam Larson, Music Specialist, John Muir ElementaryPam Larson, music specialist at John Muir Elementary believes that all students can participate in music with very few language barriers.  April Staff Star: Niki Cassaro, Teacher, Juanita High School Cambridge ProgramNiki Cassaro, the math teacher for Juanita High School's Cambridge Program, is a leader both in the classroom and as an advisor for the Juanita High School chapter of the National Honor Society.  May Staff Star: Healy Landis, Office Manager, Emerson K-12Healy Landis, office Manager of Emerson K-12 (formerly Family Learning Center), has been a consistent resource at her school, even with many changes over the past nine years.  June Staff Star: Lee Ann Jackson, Teacher, Rosa Parks ElementaryLee Ann Jackson, a National Board Certified fifth grade teacher at Rosa Parks Elementary, has been credited as the reason why over 97% of fifth grade students at Rosa Parks Elementary are able to meet standard in science each year. |