Steilacoom
Cherrydale wins CenturyLink grant
By Celeste Johnston, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
Cherrydale Primary School, a kindergarten through grade 3 school, in the Steilacoom Historical School District, was awarded a $5,000 grant from CenturyLink for student technology. Teachers, Brittany Humphrey, Cindy Lea-Balko, Sylvia Kozyra, Jill Lyons and Brian Kirby wrote and submitted a technology grant to increase the schools’ teaching technology equipment.
Cobalt Mortgage awards $115,700 in scholarships
Cobalt Mortgage Dollars for Scholars, a three-year old non-profit organization, partnered with individual donors, business partners, and the employees of Cobalt Mortgage in the creation of scholarships to help students pursue their post-secondary education goals. This August, over $115,000 in scholarship funds will be distributed to 80 deserving students in the states of Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Colorado, Arizona, Texas, Utah, and Oklahoma. That’s more than a two-fold increase over 2012 awards.
Wheaton, Soderberg named Educators of the Month
By Greg Rediske, Lakewood Rotary
On Friday, May 17, Kim Prentice introduced Lakewood Rotary’s May Educators of the Month, Nikki Wheaton from Steilacoom Historical School District and Pat Soderberg from Clover Park School District.
Steilacoom Town Council meeting agenda, May 21
The Steilacoom Town Council will meet in the Steilacoom Town Hall on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. Following is the meeting agenda:
Steilacoom Town weekly update, May 17
By Paul Loveless, Steilacoom Town Administrator
Upcoming Meetings:
- Council Meeting – May 21, 2013 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall.
- Preservation and Review Board – May 22, 2013 at 6:30 PM at Town Hall.
- Civil Service – June 5, 2013 at 2:00 PM at the Community Center.
- Planning Commission – May 28, 2013 at 6:30 PM at Town hall.
Steilacoom Chamber Trade Show a hit
By Cindy McKitrick
Twenty three business members of the Steilacoom Chamber of Commerce participated in the organization’s first ever Trade Show on Wednesday. From 4:30 until 6:30PM, the community was invited to the free show at Oberlin Church where Chamber businesses, many home-based, displayed wares and services and met directly with neighbors, friends and potential clients. Each business provided an item for a raffle which was held throughout the event. Refreshments were provided by The Bair Bistro.
Teens’ talents dazzle in Pierce County Library’s writing and art contest
By Mary Getchell, Communications Director, Pierce County Library System
Talented teenage artists and writers demonstrated their creative skills through original poetry, short story, drawing and photography in Pierce County Library System’s Teen Writing & Art Contest – Our Own Expressions.
“Students dazzle us each year with their amazing writing and art,” said Neel Parikh, executive director for Pierce County Library. “It is a joy and an honor to encourage these promising teenagers to share their talents and continue their creative efforts.”
Steilacoom author wins Christian Choice Book Award
STEILACOOM – Cindy Peak, founder of Frolicking Home, LLC, was awarded the 2013 Christian Choice Book Award for her First Book, “The Little Star that Shines for Jesus.” It’s a charming retelling of the Christmas story from the Star of Bethlehem’s perspective; suitable for ages 3 through 12.
Saltar’s Point Elementary School Principal Recommendation
By Celeste Johnston, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
Steilacoom Historical School District #1 Superintendent Bill Fritz will recommend to the Board of Directors the hiring of Alexander Clauson for the position of Principal of Saltar’s Point Elementary School. The Board will consider the recommendation at its regularly scheduled board meeting on Wednesday, May 22, 2013.
Forbes announces Steilacoom School Board candidacy
DuPont, WA – Thirteen year DuPont resident, Bob Forbes has announced his candidacy for Director Position No. 3 of the Steilacoom Historical School District.
“My priorities as a board member will be to ensure that the curriculum is exceeding the state standards and that no child is lost through the cracks of the educational system; that our school properties are well maintained to provide a safe and welcome environment for our children; and that our extracurricular activities are fully supported so we can provide a well-rounded experience beyond the classroom,” noted Forbes.
Steilacoom Chamber of Commerce Trade Show set for Wednesday
By Cindy McKitrick
A Trade Show featuring businesses of the Steilacoom Chamber of Commerce will be held on 15 May 2013 from 4:30PM to 6:00PM at Oberlin Church Fellowship Hall, 1603 Rainier Street, Steilacoom. Admission is free to the public. Refreshments will be served and door prizes will be raffled off. Information available at 584-4177.
Steilacoom: Progress at Steilacoom Tribal Museum
By Nancy Covert
Steilacoom’s original Oberlin Congregational Church on Lafayette Street shows signs of long-awaited historic preservation, as the current Steilacoom Tribal Museum and Cultural Center moves ahead with its plans to restore the 1800s structure. A new set of stairs leading to the building’s main entrance has been placed. Watch for further improvements to the museum site.
Around the Sound: Local gardeners purchase pick of Steilacoom plants for their gardens
By Nancy Covert
George Rybolt, creator of the renowned Steilacoom birdhouses, was among the plant shoppers on May 11 in downtown Steilacoom. He was spotted busily loading plants into a car trunk on Saturday morning.
Dozens of local gardeners descended Saturday to the Bair Store lot to scoop up as many clippings, cuttings, pots, bouquets, birdhouses and more at the annual Steilacoom Garden Club plant sale.
Steilacoom Chamber newsletter, trade show
By Cindy McKitrick, President, Steilacoom Chamber of Commerce
The May 2013 Newsletter is on our website and ready to view. Also, don’t forget our Trade Show next week (May 15 – 4:30-6:30 pm – Oberlin Church). It will be a packed event but there’s still time to sign up at Steilacoom Marine and Spirits.
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