Highline Musical Theatre is offering full-tuition scholarships for fall classes in singing, dancing, and acting to King County public school students, thanks to a 4Culture Curiosity Pass grant. No previous theatre experience is required, and students need only be enrolled in a King County public school—no financial need documentation necessary. Space is limited, so families are encouraged to apply early at HMT.art.
Tahoma School District has hired three new elementary principals: Jeff Byrnes, Tim Harris, and Tim Talmadge. The district says the trio brings substantial experience and a passion for education to their new roles. Maple Valley families in the Tahoma district can learn more about the principals on the district’s website.
The Auburn Reporter highlights top storylines to follow in South King County high school sports for the 2026 fall season. While the article mentions regional teams and trends affecting the broader area, it doesn’t specify which schools or athletes are featured, making it moderately relevant to Maple Valley readers who follow local prep sports.
Democratic leaders launched the “No Hate in WA State” campaign in June to oppose two ballot initiatives targeting transgender rights scheduled for November. U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal and King County Executive Girmay Zahilay spoke at the Seattle rally, criticizing Initiative 1 (parental notification of student gender identity) and Initiative 638 (sex verification for girls’ sports). The opposing campaign has raised $1.1 million versus the pro-initiative side’s $5.5 million as of mid-June.
A vandalized mural honoring the Seattle Black Panther Party at Franklin High School in South Seattle has been restored and reinstalled this month. Lauren Holloway and the Franklin High School Art of Resistance & Resilience club organized volunteers to repair the mural, originally created in 2018, and added a new mural below it featuring a quote by Black Panther Party member Ericka Huggins about community and interconnection.
Tahoma School District’s two replacement levies passed on election day with 58% voter approval. The levies will provide continued funding for the district’s operations and programs. The district expressed gratitude to voters for their support of education in the community.
The Tahoma School Board will hold a work study session on Tuesday, March 17 at Central Services located at 25720 Maple Valley Black Diamond Rd SE. The specific agenda items and time for the meeting were not provided in the announcement.
The Tahoma School Board will hold a work study session and regular board meeting on Tuesday, March 10 at Central Services located at 25720 Maple Valley Black Diamond Rd SE. The work study begins at 5pm, followed by the regular board meeting at 6:30pm.
The Tahoma School District will hold a regular board meeting on Tuesday, March 24 at Central Services located at 25720 Maple Valley Black Diamond Road SE. Community members are welcome to attend the meeting to observe school board proceedings and discussions.
Tahoma School District’s Capital Facilities Committee, which has been meeting for 18 months, is preparing to present its findings and two options for the district’s 25-year facilities plan. The committee will share its learnings with the community for consideration as the district plans for long-term facility needs and improvements.
The Tahoma School Board will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, March 24 at Central Services located at 25720 Maple Valley Black Diamond Road SE. The meeting is open to the public and covers standard board business items.