Topic: Education
Marine Trades Education
Written on February 28, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC receives Washington State Department of Commerce grant for trades education The San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC) is pleased to announce the award of a Washington State Department of Commerce Work Start grant for a county-wide Marine Trades Education program, which will be run in partnership with Commerce, San Juan County, the Town Continue Reading
Opalco Scholarship Doubled
Written on February 21, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Opalco Scholarship Amount Doubled: $1,000 + Applications Due March 31 Applications are now being accepted for OPALCO’s Nourdine Jensen Cooperative Youth Scholarship Program. Thanks to the generosity of the family of Nourdine Jensen on San Juan Island, the OPALCO scholarship amount is doubled in 2017 to $1,000. In addition, Nourdine Jensen Scholars spend an all-expenses paid Continue Reading
Business Feasibility Workshop
Written on February 21, 2017 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers free workshop on business feasibility for entrepreneurs All entrepreneurs wonder if there is a market for their business ideas, or if they will make money from them. Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for a FREE workshop to learn more about Business Feasibility, on February 28th from 10-11:30 a.m. on Orcas Continue Reading
Vote for Adriena!
Written on February 17, 2017 at 12:00 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a letter from Maude at the School District… Please help support one of our High School students in her journey to get to college! Adriena Pew is currently one of ten finalists in the “Make College Happen Challenge” which will award a $15,000 scholarship to the winner. Click on the link below and vote Continue Reading
12th Annual Rotary Spelling Bee
Written on February 16, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Rotary Club will hold its 12th annual Spelling Bee on Thursday, March 2nd at 3:30 PM at the San Juan Community Theater. Doors open at 3:00 PM. This year’s spellers include students from Friday Harbor Elementary School, Friday Harbor Middle School, and Paideia Classical School. All island schools were invited to participate. The contest Continue Reading
Rescheduled: Knowledge Bowl 2017
Written on February 14, 2017 at 3:47 pm, by Tim Dustrude
After having to cancel last week due to weather, the Knowledge Bowl has been rescheduled… The 23rd annual Knowledge Bowl will be held on Monday, March 6, at the Community Theatre. Our fabulous Friday Harbor Jazz Band will begin performing at 6:30 and the FH High School PTA will be offering baked treats in the lobby before Continue Reading
Volunteer Tutors Needed
Written on February 10, 2017 at 10:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
Volunteer tutors needed for United Way Community Pilot Program at Public School After School Reading Program: Middle School Dates: March 7 – May 11, 2017 3:00 to 4:30 pm, Tuesday through Thursday San Juan Island School District Grades 3 and/or Middle School Must have a desire to work with children and, preferably, experience working with Continue Reading
Intermediate Acting Class for Youth
Written on February 10, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
A new afterschool class is being offered for experienced island actors in sixth through eighth grades. San Juan Community Theatre’s Youth and Family Program Director Penelope Haskew is leading the “Intermediate Acting” classes in the Gubelman Theatre on Tuesdays, February 28 through March 28, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The five-session workshop will be Continue Reading
Retirement Planning Workshop
Written on February 10, 2017 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers free workshop on retirement planning for business owners Small business owners have many considerations when running their businesses, but often don’t have time to consider future financial requirements. Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for a FREE workshop on retirement planning for small business owners, entitled Put your Retirement Plan to Continue Reading
Decision on Sixth Grade Transition Postponed
Written on February 9, 2017 at 4:54 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Decision on Sixth Grade Transition Postponed until March Board Meeting The decision by the San Juan Island School District Board of Directors on whether or not to move the sixth grade from the Friday Harbor Elementary School to Friday Harbor Middle School will be postponed until the regular school board meeting scheduled for March 29, Continue Reading
Forest Stewardship Course
Written on February 9, 2017 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
WSU Extension Forestry offers class for Woodland Owners Woodland owners can build skills for caring for their trees by taking Washington State University Extension Forestry’s Forest Stewardship Coached Planning course. This course teaches owners of wooded property how to assess their trees, avoid insect and disease problems, enhance wildlife habitat, improve wood quality, reduce fire Continue Reading
Miracle Swimming for Susan
Written on February 8, 2017 at 2:14 pm, by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update mailbag this afternoon we find this letter from Amy Wynn… For a mighty long time Susan Williamson has been the go-to person for teaching children how to swim. She’s coached youth through their sailing float tests, gently nudged reluctant youngsters into loving the water, encouraged our swim team kids, and reached out to bring swimming Continue Reading
San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit 2017
Written on February 7, 2017 at 1:35 pm, by Tim Dustrude
A dynamic opportunity for networking and learning about farming & food systems Orcas Island, February 10 – 12 Join fellow farmers, regional experts, and local food and farm advocates this February 10th through 12th for two-and-a-half days of education, inspiration, and camaraderie at beautiful YMCA Camp Orkila on Orcas Island. The theme for this year’s Continue Reading
Trades Education Program
Written on February 6, 2017 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The League of Women Voters of the San Juans will present a program with Victoria Compton, director of the county Economic Development Council, speaking about the establishment of the Trades Education Program in the county. This meeting will take place on Monday, February 13th at 12:00 noon in the library conference room at the San Continue Reading
Workshop on Cybersecurity
Written on January 31, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers free workshop on Cybersecurity for Business Cybersecurity is not just for large businesses: Small and mid-sized businesses are targeted just as frequently by cyber-crooks. Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for a FREE workshop on the topic of Cybersecurity for Business, on February 8th from 9:15-10:15 a.m. on Orcas Island, sponsored Continue Reading
Letter from the Superintendent
Written on January 30, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Greetings Teachers, Staff, Parents, Students and Community Members: Happy Chinese New Year! I love the word new because of its meaning. A new year, new beginnings, new semester, and new knowledge. In 2017, we are starting off the year with new learnings!! In January, we launched ParentLink. The District has partnered with Blackboard (Education and Continue Reading
Rusty Pilot Program
Written on January 25, 2017 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Get Back in the Left Seat – Once a pilot, always a pilot…but feeling a little rusty? Join fellow lapsed pilots for a *Free Rusty Pilots program. Join us at Westwind Aviation to learn about the latest topics including medical reform, flight briefing, weather, runway incursion, airspace and communications. Credit towards ground training for Biennial Continue Reading
Knowledge Bowl 2017
Written on January 23, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
The 23rd annual Knowledge Bowl will be held on Monday, February 6, at the Community Theatre. Our fabulous Friday Harbor Jazz Band will begin performing at 6:30 and the FH High School PTA will be offering baked treats in the lobby before and during the event. The competition begins at 7 PM. Teams consist of the Continue Reading
Bits & Spurs Says Thanks!
Written on January 20, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Nancy Ballman shares this news from the local 4-H horse club “Bits & Spurs”… Thanks to a generous donation from Islanders Bank and the helpful assistance of Alexandra Sherlock, Bits & Spurs was able to purchase new 4-H club hoodies which you will be able to see them wearing when they ride at the fair. Continue Reading
America’s Boating Course
Written on January 11, 2017 at 3:47 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Mark your calendar now for the FREE boating course coming up in February. The Friday Harbor Power Squadron will be offering instruction for this class for Free – the only cost is for the course materials. Get your Boater Education Card (required to operate any boat with an engine of 15hp or more. What is Continue Reading
FHL Tide Bites
Written on January 10, 2017 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
This is January’s edition of the UW Labs’ Tide Bites, written by Andrea Dingeldein… When you have a question about something you see in nature, a research scientist provides you with an answer in words. My explanation, on the other hand, comes in the form of an image. My name is Andrea Dingeldein, and when people Continue Reading
Women’s Business Boot Camp
Written on January 7, 2017 at 5:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC Offers Women’s Business Boot Camp Women entrepreneurs are invited to attend the EDC’s Women’s Business Boot Camp, a half-day workshop specifically designed to tune up existing businesses and to start new ones, on January 19th on Orcas Island. Participants will learn how to write or revamp a business plan, find funding, learn about marketing and Continue Reading
Marine Trades Education
Written on February 28, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC receives Washington State Department of Commerce grant for trades education The San Juan County Economic Development Council (EDC) is pleased to announce the award of a Washington State Department of Commerce Work Start grant for a county-wide Marine Trades Education program, which will be run in partnership with Commerce, San Juan County, the Town Continue Reading
Opalco Scholarship Doubled
Written on February 21, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Opalco Scholarship Amount Doubled: $1,000 + Applications Due March 31 Applications are now being accepted for OPALCO’s Nourdine Jensen Cooperative Youth Scholarship Program. Thanks to the generosity of the family of Nourdine Jensen on San Juan Island, the OPALCO scholarship amount is doubled in 2017 to $1,000. In addition, Nourdine Jensen Scholars spend an all-expenses paid Continue Reading
Business Feasibility Workshop
Written on February 21, 2017 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers free workshop on business feasibility for entrepreneurs All entrepreneurs wonder if there is a market for their business ideas, or if they will make money from them. Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for a FREE workshop to learn more about Business Feasibility, on February 28th from 10-11:30 a.m. on Orcas Continue Reading
Vote for Adriena!
Written on February 17, 2017 at 12:00 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Here’s a letter from Maude at the School District… Please help support one of our High School students in her journey to get to college! Adriena Pew is currently one of ten finalists in the “Make College Happen Challenge” which will award a $15,000 scholarship to the winner. Click on the link below and vote Continue Reading
12th Annual Rotary Spelling Bee
Written on February 16, 2017 at 5:44 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Rotary Club will hold its 12th annual Spelling Bee on Thursday, March 2nd at 3:30 PM at the San Juan Community Theater. Doors open at 3:00 PM. This year’s spellers include students from Friday Harbor Elementary School, Friday Harbor Middle School, and Paideia Classical School. All island schools were invited to participate. The contest Continue Reading
Rescheduled: Knowledge Bowl 2017
Written on February 14, 2017 at 3:47 pm, by Tim Dustrude
After having to cancel last week due to weather, the Knowledge Bowl has been rescheduled… The 23rd annual Knowledge Bowl will be held on Monday, March 6, at the Community Theatre. Our fabulous Friday Harbor Jazz Band will begin performing at 6:30 and the FH High School PTA will be offering baked treats in the lobby before Continue Reading
Volunteer Tutors Needed
Written on February 10, 2017 at 10:59 am, by Tim Dustrude
Volunteer tutors needed for United Way Community Pilot Program at Public School After School Reading Program: Middle School Dates: March 7 – May 11, 2017 3:00 to 4:30 pm, Tuesday through Thursday San Juan Island School District Grades 3 and/or Middle School Must have a desire to work with children and, preferably, experience working with Continue Reading
Intermediate Acting Class for Youth
Written on February 10, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
A new afterschool class is being offered for experienced island actors in sixth through eighth grades. San Juan Community Theatre’s Youth and Family Program Director Penelope Haskew is leading the “Intermediate Acting” classes in the Gubelman Theatre on Tuesdays, February 28 through March 28, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The five-session workshop will be Continue Reading
Retirement Planning Workshop
Written on February 10, 2017 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers free workshop on retirement planning for business owners Small business owners have many considerations when running their businesses, but often don’t have time to consider future financial requirements. Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for a FREE workshop on retirement planning for small business owners, entitled Put your Retirement Plan to Continue Reading
Decision on Sixth Grade Transition Postponed
Written on February 9, 2017 at 4:54 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Decision on Sixth Grade Transition Postponed until March Board Meeting The decision by the San Juan Island School District Board of Directors on whether or not to move the sixth grade from the Friday Harbor Elementary School to Friday Harbor Middle School will be postponed until the regular school board meeting scheduled for March 29, Continue Reading
Forest Stewardship Course
Written on February 9, 2017 at 5:46 am, by Tim Dustrude
WSU Extension Forestry offers class for Woodland Owners Woodland owners can build skills for caring for their trees by taking Washington State University Extension Forestry’s Forest Stewardship Coached Planning course. This course teaches owners of wooded property how to assess their trees, avoid insect and disease problems, enhance wildlife habitat, improve wood quality, reduce fire Continue Reading
Miracle Swimming for Susan
Written on February 8, 2017 at 2:14 pm, by Tim Dustrude
In the SJ Update mailbag this afternoon we find this letter from Amy Wynn… For a mighty long time Susan Williamson has been the go-to person for teaching children how to swim. She’s coached youth through their sailing float tests, gently nudged reluctant youngsters into loving the water, encouraged our swim team kids, and reached out to bring swimming Continue Reading
San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit 2017
Written on February 7, 2017 at 1:35 pm, by Tim Dustrude
A dynamic opportunity for networking and learning about farming & food systems Orcas Island, February 10 – 12 Join fellow farmers, regional experts, and local food and farm advocates this February 10th through 12th for two-and-a-half days of education, inspiration, and camaraderie at beautiful YMCA Camp Orkila on Orcas Island. The theme for this year’s Continue Reading
Trades Education Program
Written on February 6, 2017 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The League of Women Voters of the San Juans will present a program with Victoria Compton, director of the county Economic Development Council, speaking about the establishment of the Trades Education Program in the county. This meeting will take place on Monday, February 13th at 12:00 noon in the library conference room at the San Continue Reading
Workshop on Cybersecurity
Written on January 31, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC offers free workshop on Cybersecurity for Business Cybersecurity is not just for large businesses: Small and mid-sized businesses are targeted just as frequently by cyber-crooks. Join the San Juan County Economic Development Council for a FREE workshop on the topic of Cybersecurity for Business, on February 8th from 9:15-10:15 a.m. on Orcas Island, sponsored Continue Reading
Letter from the Superintendent
Written on January 30, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Greetings Teachers, Staff, Parents, Students and Community Members: Happy Chinese New Year! I love the word new because of its meaning. A new year, new beginnings, new semester, and new knowledge. In 2017, we are starting off the year with new learnings!! In January, we launched ParentLink. The District has partnered with Blackboard (Education and Continue Reading
Rusty Pilot Program
Written on January 25, 2017 at 5:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Get Back in the Left Seat – Once a pilot, always a pilot…but feeling a little rusty? Join fellow lapsed pilots for a *Free Rusty Pilots program. Join us at Westwind Aviation to learn about the latest topics including medical reform, flight briefing, weather, runway incursion, airspace and communications. Credit towards ground training for Biennial Continue Reading
Knowledge Bowl 2017
Written on January 23, 2017 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
The 23rd annual Knowledge Bowl will be held on Monday, February 6, at the Community Theatre. Our fabulous Friday Harbor Jazz Band will begin performing at 6:30 and the FH High School PTA will be offering baked treats in the lobby before and during the event. The competition begins at 7 PM. Teams consist of the Continue Reading
Bits & Spurs Says Thanks!
Written on January 20, 2017 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Nancy Ballman shares this news from the local 4-H horse club “Bits & Spurs”… Thanks to a generous donation from Islanders Bank and the helpful assistance of Alexandra Sherlock, Bits & Spurs was able to purchase new 4-H club hoodies which you will be able to see them wearing when they ride at the fair. Continue Reading
America’s Boating Course
Written on January 11, 2017 at 3:47 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Mark your calendar now for the FREE boating course coming up in February. The Friday Harbor Power Squadron will be offering instruction for this class for Free – the only cost is for the course materials. Get your Boater Education Card (required to operate any boat with an engine of 15hp or more. What is Continue Reading
FHL Tide Bites
Written on January 10, 2017 at 5:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
This is January’s edition of the UW Labs’ Tide Bites, written by Andrea Dingeldein… When you have a question about something you see in nature, a research scientist provides you with an answer in words. My explanation, on the other hand, comes in the form of an image. My name is Andrea Dingeldein, and when people Continue Reading
Women’s Business Boot Camp
Written on January 7, 2017 at 5:34 am, by Tim Dustrude
EDC Offers Women’s Business Boot Camp Women entrepreneurs are invited to attend the EDC’s Women’s Business Boot Camp, a half-day workshop specifically designed to tune up existing businesses and to start new ones, on January 19th on Orcas Island. Participants will learn how to write or revamp a business plan, find funding, learn about marketing and Continue Reading