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Edmonds College will launch new four-year degree programs in computer science and robotics and artificial intelligence this fall, aiming to equip students with essential skills for competitive careers. Applications are now being accepted.
Edmonds College has inaugurated its new 'Innovation Lab,' featuring a 12-ton fuselage section of a Boeing 767 tanker. This hands-on training facility aims to enhance aerospace education and provide students with essential practical experience for careers in the aerospace industry. The collaboration with Boeing highlights the commitment to addressing workforce needs in the region.
A Snohomish County judge has denied a request to reduce bail for Samuel Gizaw, the 16-year-old accused of killing 13-year-old Jayda Woods-Johnson at Alderwood Mall. The judge cited a "substantial danger" that Gizaw would commit further violent acts as a primary reason for maintaining his $2 million bail.
Enrollment in Washington's College in the High School program surged by about 10,000 students after the introduction of free dual credit courses in the 2023 school year. The program, which allows high school students to earn college credit through courses taught by high school teachers, aims to enhance educational opportunities and pathways to higher education.
A 16-year-old female student was taken into custody by deputies from the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office after an alleged road rage incident involving a firearm near Lynnwood High School. The school was placed on lockdown during the investigation, which revealed parts of an assault rifle in the suspect's vehicle. Authorities confirmed that there is no ongoing danger to students or staff.
Andrea Main from Main Education Consulting will host a seminar at the Lynnwood Library aimed at helping families identify colleges that best suit their students academically, financially, and socially. This event is particularly beneficial for families with students in grades 8 to 11, as it addresses the crucial issue of maximizing on-time graduation rates in college.
A memorial service for Gay Lynne Nixon, a longtime teacher in the Edmonds School District, is scheduled for Sunday, March 2, from 6-9 p.m. at the Swedish Club in Seattle. The event honors her contributions to education and the community.
A memorial service for Gay Lynne Nixon, a beloved teacher from the Edmonds School District, is scheduled for Sunday, March 2, at the Swedish Club in Seattle. The gathering will honor her contributions to education and the community, offering a chance for friends, family, and former students to pay their respects.
Parents in Edmonds are concerned about recent cuts to bus services for students at Martha Lake Elementary, which have raised safety issues for children walking to school. The elimination of bus services for those living within a mile of the school has forced families to seek alternative transportation solutions, including expensive before-school care.