As New Year Kicks Off, CPSD Chief Sees "Great Headway" Being Made

Superintendent Debbie LeBeau talks test scores, long days and her plans to keep student-achievement rates climbing.

Full-Day Kindergarten Programs At 8 CPSD Schools to Start Year Differently

District's participation in WaKIDS program means students in state funded all-day kindergarten programs will be released early during the first eight days of school.

Former Lakes and UW Standout Jermaine Kearse Leaps, Grabs 37-Yard Pass In Seahawks Win

Kearse, a 6-foot-1, 209-pound receiver fighting for a spot on the roster, skied for the pass from Russell Wilson to bring Seattle inside Denver's 10-yard line.

Pierce County Library System Discontinuing Bookmobile

For 65 years, bookmobiles served low-income neighborhoods in Lakewood and central Pierce County. The service - which benefited the Clover Park School District - ends Aug. 31.

"Vision, Creativity" Lauded As Ground Broken On 2 Schools At Tech College

New Harrison Preparatory School and combined Oakwood and Southgate Elementary School will open to students in Fall 2014.

Inside Caring For Kids: A Mission to Help Needy Children Survive, Thrive

The organization that got its unofficial start in 1971 has become essential in providing local students with clothing, school supplies -- and support.

From Patches Nearby: Curtis Grads Hersey, Dockery Slated As WSU Starters

The two are integral parts of new Coach Mike Leach's regime. Max Hersey is slated to start in the backfield, while Rahmel Dockery is listed on kickoffs and punt returns.

With School Days Approaching, Is Your Child's Immunization Record Ready?

Non-immunized children require additional certification to attend child care, preschool and public school under new State Department of Health guidelines.

Several Steilacoom Schools Change 2012-13 Start, Release Times

Several schools have new schedules, including Steilacoom High and Pioneer Middle School.

Steilacoom School District Hires New Student Services Director

Susanne Beauchaine comes to the position from the State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.

Groundbreaking For Carter Lake, Hillside Elementary Schools Set For Today At JBLM

Special guests include Undersecretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal, U.S. Representatives Norm Dicks and Adam Smith and Joint Base Lewis-McChord Joint Base Commander Col. Thomas Brittain.

TWITTERCHECK: Lakes' Sammie Long Impresses

The University of Washington commit participated in the Lakes Passing League at Harry E. Lang Stadium.

Whiz Kid: Meet Cornelius Nelson III

Clover Park graduate is headed to the University of Virginia, where he plans to study computer engineering.

Lakes' Katie Hallstead One Of 96 Students To Participate In MultiCare Nurse Camp

The five-day camp, which took place at Tacoma General Hospital and other sites in the South Sound, took place this week and gave students an inside look at careers in health care.

Poll: $20,000 to Attend WSU Or UW? It's Not an Unlikely Prospect In This Decade

According to The Associated Press, tuition rates at colleges in Washington are rising so fast that costs may quadruple between 2004-19.

Whiz Kid: Meet Caitlyn Johnson

Clover Park graduate refuses to settle for anything but the best, and that determination is leading her toward a career in medicine.

Car Seat Checks Wednesday at West Pierce Fire & Rescue

West Pierce Fire & Rescue and Safe Kids Pierce County want to help you make sure your child is properly restrained with a free car-seat check from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., in University Place.

CPSD School Board Policy Debated; Member Calls For End of Geometry

Paul Wagemann’s request for modifications to the agenda and proposed policy spark lively debate among the board.

Mann Middle School Students to Judge Prestigious Car Show at LeMay Museum

Eight students will serve as junior judges at the 10th Annual Kirkland Concours d' Elegance on Sept. 9 in Tacoma.

Clover Park Technical College President Takes Leadership Role In National Organization

Dr. John Walstrum joins the American Association of Community Colleges' Commission on Economic and Workforce Development.

Whiz Kid: Meet Ashton Dart

Clover Park High School graduate is off to the University of Washington, where she will study education or psychology.

Whiz Kid: Meet Kylie Hamlin

Lakes High School graduate known for her outstanding vocal skills plans to become a graphic designer.

Clover Park School Board Approves Administrative Changes For Next Year

Changes will take effect this summer at central office and in secondary schools.

$47 Million In Federal Funds Released to Build 2 Elementary Schools On JBLM

Ground breaks in July on Carter Lake and Hillside Elementary Schools; allocation of funds called "overdue and critical."

National Report Ranks Lakes High Third In Pierce County For College Readiness

Score in U.S. News and World Report is factored by percentages of seniors who took and passed Advanced Placement exams.

2012 Class Act: Kelsie Summit Views Her Dyslexia As a Gift, Not an Obstacle

Lakes High School graduate plans to teach math – and show others that a learning disability doesn't have to stop them.

Clover Park's Star Guard Ahmaad Rorie Announces Transfer to Tacoma School

Sophomore who has already signed with the University of California said decision to leave the Warriors was hard.

Administrative Changes Announced In CPSD's Central Office

Doug Kernutt named new deputy superintendent.

Clover Park's Graduates Setting Off For New Beginnings, Journeys, Challenges

158 members of the Class of 2012 don green and gold for the last time as a group as they graduate at the Tacoma Dome.

Coming Tuesday: Patch Grad-A-Palooza

Check back for our coverage of 2012 commencement at Lakes and Clover Park High Schools.

Lakes Graduates Heading Out Into the World to "Show Them What You Can Do"

226 members of the Class of 2012 don blue and orange for the last time as a group for graduation at the Tacoma Dome.

2012 Class Act: Cady McCullar Is Making a Career Out of Compassion

The Harrison Prep graduate plans to study nursing at Pacific Lutheran University and work with children.

POLL: Is It a Mistake For Apple Cup to Be Played the Day After Thanksgiving?

Annual rivalry game between Cougars, Huskies being moved to 12:30 p.m. on Nov. 23 is raising eyebrows among fans.

Reminder: CPSD Graduation Ceremonies Scheduled Friday, Monday

Harrison Prep will hold graduation on Friday; Lakes and Clover Park will follow suit on Monday.

Clover Park School District Parent Teacher Conferences / Early Dismissal

Positive Thinkers Club

Monster Ball

Kids' Harvest Festival

Understanding Intimate Partner Violence

Clover Park Tech, Information Sessions