Topic: Education
Letter from Sarah Werling Sandwith
Written on December 31, 2021 at 4:46 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Dear Editor, On February 8, 2022, the community of San Juan Island will be asked to vote to renew a local property tax. The Educational Programs and Operations Levy funds our local public schools, 100% of which stays in our community, supporting our students in programs not funded by the state. This levy is renewed every Continue Reading
EDC launches Mariner Training Initiative for Island Workers
Written on December 16, 2021 at 8:27 am, by Tim Dustrude
In response to the critical lack of maritime and ferry transportation workers, and the continued need for high-wage careers for islanders, the EDC has launched a Mariner Training Initiative. Workers seeking a new career are invited to the EDC’s new program on mariner workforce development. First, on Jan. 29th, 2022, the EDC will offer a Continue Reading
EDC offers Free Woodworking Course on Lopez Island
Written on December 14, 2021 at 4:27 am, by Tim Dustrude
People seeking job skills or career inspiration are invited to a free, hands-on woodworking course, offered by the Economic Development Council of San Juan County (EDC). This four-session course, Introduction to Woodworking, will be taught by Kristen Ryan, the woodworking instructor at Lopez Island High School. The course runs Jan. 22nd to Feb. 12th (Saturdays), Continue Reading
Wildlife Tip from Wolf Hollow
Written on December 8, 2021 at 9:03 am, by Tim Dustrude
If you would prefer not to have an otter family under your house or a raccoon family in your attic this spring, now is a good time to do some preventive maintenance. Look around the outside of your house. Are there holes beneath the skirting or loose covers on vents that would allow critters easy Continue Reading
Update from San Juan Island School District Superintendent
Written on December 5, 2021 at 4:11 am, by Tim Dustrude
Can you believe it? Winter break is almost upon us. Wasn’t it just yesterday that we opened our school doors to full day, in-person instruction? Even though this fall has flown by, last week’s Thanksgiving celebration reminded me we have much to be grateful for in our public schools. Hopefully you have noticed the rebuilding Continue Reading
Beeswax Wrap Workshop
Written on November 29, 2021 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just in time for Holiday Gift Season, Join Anita Barreca and Tina Fisher in learning how to make Beeswax Wraps. They’re easy! Just bring your own 100% cotton fabric cut to the proper sizes and a few bucks to cover the cost of the beeswax. Space is limited so sign up soon and we will Continue Reading
The Gratitude Reading
Written on November 20, 2021 at 7:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Spring Street International School 6–7th graders will perform a gratitude reading at the Friday Harbor Presbyterian Church on November 22nd. The performance begins at 11:30 and will last about 70 minutes. Please come and celebrate their poise and wisdom. Their words are beautiful and their voices are brave. Invite your friends and kin. We are arranging a potluck Continue Reading
Government Contracting Essentials Workshop
Written on November 15, 2021 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Washington PTAC, EDC offer workshop on Government Contracting Essentials Interested in doing business with the government? Join Washington PTAC and the EDC for a workshop outlining the basics of government contracting and procurement. The workshop will be held via Zoom on Monday, December 6th from 10–11a. The workshop will introduce participants to government procurement, including Continue Reading

Letter from Sarah Werling Sandwith
Written on December 31, 2021 at 4:46 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Dear Editor, On February 8, 2022, the community of San Juan Island will be asked to vote to renew a local property tax. The Educational Programs and Operations Levy funds our local public schools, 100% of which stays in our community, supporting our students in programs not funded by the state. This levy is renewed every Continue Reading

EDC launches Mariner Training Initiative for Island Workers
Written on December 16, 2021 at 8:27 am, by Tim Dustrude
In response to the critical lack of maritime and ferry transportation workers, and the continued need for high-wage careers for islanders, the EDC has launched a Mariner Training Initiative. Workers seeking a new career are invited to the EDC’s new program on mariner workforce development. First, on Jan. 29th, 2022, the EDC will offer a Continue Reading

EDC offers Free Woodworking Course on Lopez Island
Written on December 14, 2021 at 4:27 am, by Tim Dustrude
People seeking job skills or career inspiration are invited to a free, hands-on woodworking course, offered by the Economic Development Council of San Juan County (EDC). This four-session course, Introduction to Woodworking, will be taught by Kristen Ryan, the woodworking instructor at Lopez Island High School. The course runs Jan. 22nd to Feb. 12th (Saturdays), Continue Reading

Wildlife Tip from Wolf Hollow
Written on December 8, 2021 at 9:03 am, by Tim Dustrude
If you would prefer not to have an otter family under your house or a raccoon family in your attic this spring, now is a good time to do some preventive maintenance. Look around the outside of your house. Are there holes beneath the skirting or loose covers on vents that would allow critters easy Continue Reading

Update from San Juan Island School District Superintendent
Written on December 5, 2021 at 4:11 am, by Tim Dustrude
Can you believe it? Winter break is almost upon us. Wasn’t it just yesterday that we opened our school doors to full day, in-person instruction? Even though this fall has flown by, last week’s Thanksgiving celebration reminded me we have much to be grateful for in our public schools. Hopefully you have noticed the rebuilding Continue Reading

Beeswax Wrap Workshop
Written on November 29, 2021 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Just in time for Holiday Gift Season, Join Anita Barreca and Tina Fisher in learning how to make Beeswax Wraps. They’re easy! Just bring your own 100% cotton fabric cut to the proper sizes and a few bucks to cover the cost of the beeswax. Space is limited so sign up soon and we will Continue Reading

The Gratitude Reading
Written on November 20, 2021 at 7:37 am, by Tim Dustrude
Spring Street International School 6–7th graders will perform a gratitude reading at the Friday Harbor Presbyterian Church on November 22nd. The performance begins at 11:30 and will last about 70 minutes. Please come and celebrate their poise and wisdom. Their words are beautiful and their voices are brave. Invite your friends and kin. We are arranging a potluck Continue Reading

Government Contracting Essentials Workshop
Written on November 15, 2021 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
Washington PTAC, EDC offer workshop on Government Contracting Essentials Interested in doing business with the government? Join Washington PTAC and the EDC for a workshop outlining the basics of government contracting and procurement. The workshop will be held via Zoom on Monday, December 6th from 10–11a. The workshop will introduce participants to government procurement, including Continue Reading