May 18, 2023
Here's what's included:

  • How PLC+ Time for Teachers Is Benefiting Students
  • A Colorful Collage from Glacier Park's Color Run
  • Tahoma's Sports Teams Wrapping Up a Banner Year
  • Upcoming in Bear Country
  • News and Updates From Our District and Community
  • Lunch Menus... YUM!
Teacher Collaboration Improves Student Outcomes
Have you ever wondered what Tahoma's teachers do on early-release Fridays? Take a peek behind the curtain with us to see how PLC+ time is improving student outcomes!
Fun in the Sun at GPES Color Run
Students and families from Glacier Park Elementary enjoyed the warm, colorful afternoon
Cleanup required the creative use of leaf blowers
Principal Gaston loves her Polar Bears!
The Glacier Park Elementary School PTA recently hosted a Color Run, where students and families raised over $40,000 for their school community! These Polar Bears shed their winter coats to celebrate the achievement with some fun in the sun—and of course—lots of colors!
A Year For The Athletics Record Books
Many of Tahoma’s athletic programs have had banner seasons this school year. Our spring sports teams are now competing in their postseason matchups...
Upcoming in Bear Country
Girls Varsity Fastpitch plays South Kitsap HS in the State Opening Rounds Friday at 3PM in Kent, Bears Varsity Soccer hosts Bellarmine Prep in the State Quarterfinals at 7PM, and Bears Baseball plays Skyline in the State opening rounds in Lacey on Saturday.

Let's cheer on these Bears!

Click here for info on these and other events happening in (and around) Bear Country.
More News & Notes from the District and Community
  • "Hidden in Plain Sight" Event for Parents: Thursday, May 25
  • Bear Run & Walk 5K: Register Now!
  • Finishing the school year with strong attendance

What's Your Tahoma Story?

What's for Lunch?

To check out what's on the menu this month, click here.

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The Tahoma School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Title IX Officer
Director of Human Resources
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Maple Valley, WA 98038
425-413-3400
ADA Coordinator
Director of Human Resources
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Maple Valley, WA 98038
425-413-3400
Section 504 Coordinator
Director of Special Services
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Maple Valley, WA 98038
425-413-3400
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