Stories for People
Apprenticeship program helps student’s mother, community
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Back row, from left: Poli Villami, Michelle Scafaro, Angelica Watson, Ashley Lehman, Oliver Kilifi, Jim Jones. Front row, from left: Meili Chen, Tracy Oster, Kim Garcia, Blanca Curtis.
PR: Hillside secretary honored for professionalism, expertise
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Pam Jones, left, secretary of Hillside Elementary School, receives a JBLM MWR coin and certificate of appreciation from Denis Senftner, right, deputy director of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation for her professionalism and expertise during a recent visit by the secretary of the Army.
During a recent tour of Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) John McHugh, secretary of the Army, requested a visit to Hillside Elementary School—much to the surprise of school secretary Pam Jones. Jones was busily working in the office when members of the Secret Service notified her of McHugh’s arrival and requested a tour of the facility. Jones happily obliged and took McHugh and a small group of JBLM officials on a tour of the building, answering questions and providing information.
Letter: Interested in dance class?
Posted by | CommentsWe hope that the short summer was fun for everyone. As we look out for the next three months, our schedules are very diverse. Please let us know if there is still an interest for either a basic or intermediate dance class at the Steilacoom Center so we can determine whether to reserve the facility as required. Of course private classes are always available.
Mary Petersen and Steve Behr have been teaching dance classes at the Steilacoom Community Center for many years and are looking to get their schedule firmed up. If you have an interest, contact Mary Petersen, or Steven Behr Sr.
Adios,
Mary & Steve
Pierce College Dean to speak in the UAE in October
Posted by | CommentsDebra Gilchrist, Pierce College District’s dean of libraries and institutional effectiveness, has been invited to be the keynote speaker at an academic librarians’ conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), in October.
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Portland visitor finds a lot to like in the area
Posted by | CommentsOregonLive.com writer Jim Moore likes the area. As luck would have it, he came from Portland to play a round of golf at Chambers Bay, and while here, found out about Thornewood Castle, Lakewold Gardens, a young city and a tasty diner called MoonRise Cafe. If is refreshing to read an outsiders view of our hometown. [Thanks to Lakewood's Dave Betz for pointing this out].
Lakewood, University Place residents receive scholarships
Posted by | CommentsLakewood residents Amanda Starr and Brian Long and University Place resident Peter Stallone have received scholarships from the Bates Technical College Foundation.
Tillicum Centennial
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Finishing a cute, pink balloon turtle
The Tillicum Centennial was held Saturday, August 14 at Harry Todd Park in Tillicum. Above is one a more than two dozen images on Tillicum’s social site.
Belly Dance Classes and Youth Indoor Soccer
Posted by | CommentsPierce County Parks and Recreation offers three locations to try Middle Eastern Belly Dance. The class at the Lakewood Community Center, 9112 Lakewood Drive SW in Lakewood begins on Thursday, September 9. All the classes are held in the evenings, run for six weeks, for a fee of $40.
Boys and girls ages 4 & 5 and 6 & 7 can participate in this recreation soccer league. Games, practices, and registration is held at the Lakewood Community Center, 9112 Lakewood Drive SW in Lakewood. The fee per participant is $45 for a program that runs Sept 27-Nov 13. Registration starts on Wednesday, September 8 from 5:30-6:15pm. For more information call Pierce County Parks and Recreation at 253-798-4177.
U.P. resident receives heroes welcome in Illinois hometown
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Arias Wood, 5, hugs her father, Edward Wood while Woodstock Mayor Brian Sager gives a speech regarding Wood's years of service.
Lt. Col. Edward Wood, a resident of University Place, received a surprise Warrior-style homecoming while visiting his hometown of Woodstock, Illinois. Read the story and see more photos at TribLocal.com.
Kathi Weight appointed to student achievement post with SHSD #1
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Kathi Weight has been selected as Steilacoom Historical School District #1’s Executive Director for Student Achievement.
“I am excited to become a part of such a respected school community. I look forward to working collaboratively with our district team to ensure optimal learning conditions are in place and all students achieve at high levels,” said Ms. Weight.
Saudia wins gold at meet
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Saudia Heard, a Park Lodge student, won gold in the 400-meter at the Hershey Track & Field Meet on Saturday. Congratulations Saudia!
Saudia Heard with Olympic great Sanya Ricahrds.
Photo: The rest of the sunset story
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There were undoubtedly a lot of views of the “red sun” of August 1st sent (no exception here, attached is one from our deck). What a lot of your readers may lack is patience. After the sunset, like Aug 1st’s, many people pack up and leave Saltars’ Point beach but the show is just beginning. The second attachment is a while after the sun went down on Aug 1st.
Tom Kurtz
Steilacoom
Saudia Heard is fast
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Parklodge student, Saudia Heard is fast. The Lakewood 10-year-old competes for Tacoma’s 1911 Track Club in the 400- and 200-meter sprints and long jump. Saudia recently placed first in the 400-meter and long jump, and second in the 200-meter at the AAU Western Championship in Reno, Nevada; and placed first in the 400-meter and 200-meter sprints at the Hershey’s Track & Field Games qualifier. Saudia will run in the 400-meter sprint at August 7 Hershey’s Track & Field North American Final in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Saudia is one of 400 9-14 year-olds nationwide to compete. Keep a sharp eye out for this speedster.
