Dads get scruffy for fundraiser
Facial hair is sprouting at Roosevelt Elementary School, as dads and even moms and students participate in its first Moustache-A-Thon.

South Sound Scholars
Graduates

Event celebrates author Dr. Seuss
Seniors at the Olympia Senior Center spent Monday morning reading to preschoolers from Olympia Early Learning Center to celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday. In addition, students made bookmarks and bracelets, and each child selected a Dr. Seuss book, donated by the South Sound Reading Foundation. The event was part of Read Across America day, in which schools around the country organize reading events. Continue the celebration of Dr. Seuss' birthday with a storytelling event at 11 a.m. Friday at Lacey Timberland Regional Library. Storyteller and performer Christopher Leebrick of Oregon will read Dr. Seuss stories, as well as tales from his own repertoire.

Board prepares for May levy vote
Three levy options are under consideration by the North Thurston Public Schools Board of Directors for a May 20 election.

Families expand autism group
Grant Fulton started showing signs of autism at the age of 15 months. He stopped speaking and became withdrawn.

Students get to hone skills learned in construction class
Tumwater High School's new greenhouse didn't quite fit neatly together like a jigsaw puzzle for the school's advanced construction trades classes.

Concert focuses on kids' talents
The vibrant harmonies of Mozart filled the Minnaert Center for the Arts on Sunday for the Capital Area Youth Symphony Association's winter concert.

Student spotlights: Those who make a difference in South Sound
Katie Kistler: 100th anniversary homecoming queen

Student spotlights: Those who make a difference in South Sound
Maren Hotvedt: Proud of scholastic achievements

Student spotlights: Those who make a difference in South Sound
Lelani Camacho: Wants to own a restaurant

More teachers are needed to help those learning English
A steady influx of immigrants has fueled the need for teachers with English-language-learner training, state and local districts say.

4 apply for Olympia school board seat
Olympia school board

South Sound scholars
Dean's list

Students brush up on watercolor techniques
The Olympian's art page showcases artwork from students across all grades and schools in the districts we cover. Look for the weekly feature each Friday on the education page.