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Puget Sound ESD offers direct services to families in our region, from preschool programs such as Head Start and ECEAP, family support programs such as Readiness-to-Learn and the Native American Education program, Head Start/ECEAP parent development programs and more. In addition, this site provides resources and information that will help to ensure the academic success of your children.

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08/25/2010
Roots of Empathy Program Finds a Home at PSESD >>More

09/01/2010
Beverly Park/WCELI Introduces the Kindergarten Transition Program >>More

08/13/2010
Revised Section 504 Manual is Now Online in English and Spanish >>More

04/12/2010
Puyallup's Glenn Malone Named National Distinguished Elementary Principal >>More

03/29/2010
Share in the Excitement of the Educare Early Learning Center Grand Opening >>More

03/23/2010
In the News: The Educare Early Learning Center >>More

03/22/2010
Governor Gregoire Signs Dropout Reengagement Bill >>More

03/17/2010
Photos from the 2010 Regional High School Art Show Reception >>More

01/14/2010
New Educare Early Learning Center in White Center Now Enrolling >>More

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Resources

State Testing 2010: What You Need to Know 
View timelines, scoring information and frequently asked questions about Washington state assessment testing, from OSPI.  Translated into Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Punjabi, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog and Vietnamese.

Department of Early Learning "Just for Kids" Website
Dedicated to fun, educational information and activities for young children in Washington, including tips for parents and caregivers to encourage discussion and exploration with children. DEL launched this site during October 2008 to acknowledge Family Involvement in Education Month, as proclaimed by Gov. Chris Gregoire.

Washington Learning Source for Parents
Find a variety of educational resources to help your child succeed, including college and career planning, state educational guidelines and learning standards, homework help, Internet safety tips, and more.

Washington Learning Source for Students
Find a variety of online tools and resources, including learning activities, online tools and tutorials, research and multimedia resources, homework help, reference materials, subject area resources, and more.

Publications in multiple languages from the Washington State Office of the Education Ombusdman

Washington Higher Education Coordinating Board's College Bound Scholarship Program for 7th & 8th Graders
The College Bound Scholarship offers hope and an incentive for students and families who otherwise might not consider college an option because of the cost. The scholarship covers college tuition, fees and books for students in low-income families who sign a pledge in 7th or 8th grade promising to graduate from high school and demonstrate good citizenship.

OSPI's Internet Safety Brochure
OSPI has prepared Family Safety Guidelines for the internet. There are specific things you can do to help keep your own teens safe. Start by getting involved! Educate yourself on how the internet works and keep tabs on your child's computer use.

 

Research & Reports 

Education Week's Diplomas Count 2008
This report examines states' efforts to forge stronger connections between precollegiate and postsecondary education as well as providing mapping tools and graduation briefs for each state. The briefs are special policy reports that feature detailed, state-specific data on graduation rates, methods for calculating graduation rates, rules for holding schools accountable for high school completion, and state requirements for earning a high school diploma. Included is graduation brief specific to Washington state as well as interactive mapping tools.