By Amanda Haines, Communications Specialist

Pierce College Fort Steilacoom’s cooperative preschool is now enrolling children ages 18 to 36 months for its fall Parent and Child class.

In this unique program, parents attend class with their children, exploring a wide range of topics, including nutrition, guidance, and child development. This approach allows parents to learn firsthand how best to teach and care for their child, build relationships with other parents, and earn two college credits.

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Local insurance agent and longtime education advocate, Angie Roarty has been appointed to the Pierce College Board of Trustees by Gov. Chris Gregoire.

Roarty and her family have lived in Lakewood for eight years. She is the daughter of a career military family and thoroughly understands, and has a commitment to, both public education and community service.
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By Amanda Haines, Communications Specialist

Six students in Pierce College’s Business Management program were recently chosen for the Leadership Excellence Institute Award, an honor recognizing the program’s best students, as chosen by professors Dr. Paul Gerhardt and Doug Edison.

The awards were based on academic achievement (a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher), student involvement in the program, and contributions to the community outside the classroom.

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By Amanda Haines, Communications Specialist

Gaining exposure to a new culture is easy, affordable, and exciting when families host international students in their homes. Pierce College is now seeking host families for several international students this academic year.

An informational meeting will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 22, in the Lakewood Library Meeting Room, 6300 Wildaire Road SW. Pierce College’s international team will be available to explain the host family process and qualifications, answer questions, and share experiences and information. All are welcome to attend.

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