District News
School Year 2020-2021

March 8 school board meeting to be held online
Mar 5, 2021
March 8 school board meeting to be held online

March 2 High School Hybrid Learning Virtual Presentation
Mar 3, 2021
Virtual presentations on High School Hybrid Learning were held Tuesday, March 2, in English and Spanish, for high school families of students who will participate in hybrid learning.

Feb. 23 Middle School Hybrid Learning Virtual Presentation
Feb 24, 2021
Virtual presentations on Middle School Hybrid Learning were held Tuesday, Feb. 23, in English and Spanish, for middle school families of students who will participate in hybrid learning.

Feb. 22 school board meeting to be held online
Feb 18, 2021
Feb. 22 school board meeting to be held online

Virtual presentation on community and technical colleges Feb. 25
Feb 18, 2021
Please join us for a virtual presentation on the benefits of attending community and technical colleges on Feb. 25.

High School Sports Season Begins
Feb 12, 2021
Clover Park School District high school sports will proceed in alignment with state Department of Health and Washington Interscholastic Activities Association guidance and the state’s reopening phases.

Clover Park Kids CAN!: Kathleen Julca
Feb 10, 2021
Harrison Preparatory School senior Kathleen Julca is always looking for the next opportunity.

Feb. 8 school board meeting to be held online
Feb 5, 2021
Feb. 8 school board meeting to be held online

Jan. 28 Hybrid Learning Virtual Presentation
Jan 29, 2021
Presentations in English and Spanish

Jan. 28 Hybrid Learning Virtual Presentation
Jan 28, 2021
Presentations in English and Spanish

Virtual Latinx Night for Spanish-speaking families Feb. 4
Jan 28, 2021
Join us for a free webinar for all of our Latino families on Thursday, Feb. 4, at 7 p.m.

Board adds special meeting Feb. 1
Jan 28, 2021
Board adds special meeting Feb. 1

Hybrid Learning Dates
Jan 22, 2021
Begins Feb. 2 at elementary level

Virtual presentation on college for military-connected families Jan. 26
Jan 20, 2021
Please join us for a virtual presentation for military-connected families to learn about the opportunities and benefits for college-bound high school students on Tuesday, Jan. 26.

Board adjusts January meeting schedule
Jan 20, 2021
Board adjusts January meeting schedule

Virtual Skyward Family Access presentation for Spanish-speaking families Jan. 19
Jan 13, 2021
Please join us for an important class on how to use Skyward Family Access on Tuesday, Jan. 19, at 5:30 p.m.

Clover Park Kids Can: Jupji Batth
Jan 11, 2021
Four Heroes Elementary School third grader Jupji Batth loves nature.

Middle and high school return to school survey available through Jan. 15
Jan 11, 2021
Middle and high school return to school survey available through Jan. 15

Jan. 11 school board meeting to be held online
Jan 7, 2021
Jan. 11 school board meeting to be held online.

CPSD shares equity journey at state school board conference
Dec 18, 2020
Dr. Marty Schafer, Superintendent Ron Banner and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Program Manager Grant Twyman presented on the district’s equity journey at the Washington State School Board Directors’ Association annual conference.

Board adds special meeting Dec. 21
Dec 18, 2020
Board adds special meeting Dec. 21

District Adjusts Return to Learning Plan Timeline
Dec 17, 2020
Target dates shifted to early February

Superintendent Banner receives Employer Patriot Award
Dec 16, 2020
Superintendent Ron Banner was recently awarded an Employer Patriot Award from Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve.

School board presents Community Leadership Award to Malcolm Russell
Dec 16, 2020
At its Dec. 14 meeting, the CPSD board presented a Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA) Community Leadership Award to Malcolm Russell.

College scholarship virtual presentation Dec. 17
Dec 10, 2020
Please join us for a virtual presentation on how to find, plan and apply for scholarships from Washington and around the country on Dec. 17.

Early Learning Program enrolling eligible students
Dec 9, 2020
The Clover Park Early Learning Program is currently enrolling eligible students for its online at-home preschool experience.

Dec. 14 school board meeting to be held online
Dec 9, 2020
Dec. 14 school board meeting to be held online

Board members to attend local legislative meeting
Dec 3, 2020
Members of the Clover Park School District Board of Directors will attend the Pierce County School District and Legislator joint study session on Dec. 9.

Clover Park Kids Can: Michael Lott
Dec 3, 2020
Custer Elementary School fourth grader Michael Lott has big plans for his future.

Four CPSD students earn art scholarships
Dec 2, 2020
Four CPSD students recently earned scholarships from Puget Sound Sumi Artists.

Updates to Hybrid Learning Timeline
Nov 25, 2020
A key factor in the school district’s decision making about when to safely launch hybrid learning hinges on county COVID-19 case rates and the county’s activity level, as determined by the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department.

Elementary Virtual Learning Schedule
Nov 23, 2020
Elementary schedules will shift at the end of the first trimester. Beginning Dec. 9, students will participate on Wednesdays in their daily check-in and social and emotional activities.

Health and Safety Checklist for Families of Students Attending Schools
Nov 23, 2020
Your student’s health and safety are our highest priorities as they return to school for in-person services and support.

Board adds special meeting Nov. 23
Nov 18, 2020
Board adds special meeting Nov. 23

Senior college essay and application virtual presentation Nov. 17
Nov 16, 2020
We invite you to join us Tuesday, Nov. 17, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Thomas Middle School student featured on USvsHate website
Nov 16, 2020
Thomas Middle School seventh grader Noel Meza is featured in a video he created on the front page of the website USvsHate website

Four CPHS students participate in national student leadership program
Nov 9, 2020
Four Clover Park High School students are participating in the Frances Hesselbein Student Leadership Program.

Nov. 9 school board meeting to be held online
Nov 6, 2020
Nov. 9 school board meeting to be held online

Three CPSD students win awards in teen art and writing contest
Nov 6, 2020
Three CPSD students placed among the winners of Pierce County Library Our Own Expressions Teen Writing and Art Contest

Clover Park Kids Can: Virginia Cabrera Horta
Nov 5, 2020
Growing up, Clover Park High School senior Virginia Cabrera Horta’s family always told her not to let anything hold her back.

Board recognized as 2020 Board of Distinction
Nov 5, 2020
Clover Park School District’s Board of Directors was recently named a 2020 Board of Distinction by the Washington State School Directors’ Association.

Hybrid Learning Timeline Adjustments
Oct 30, 2020
A key factor in the school district’s decision making about when to safely launch hybrid learning hinges on county COVID-19 case rates and the county’s activity level, as determined by the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department.

Oct. 26 school board meeting to be held online
Oct 21, 2020
Oct. 26 school board meeting to be held online

Three Clover Park SD elementary schools rank in Top 100 in Puget Sound region
Oct 19, 2020
Three Clover Park School District elementary schools ranked in the Puget Sound Business Journal's recent Top 100 Elementary Schools in the Puget Sound Region.

Virtual financial aid event Oct. 22
Oct 15, 2020
Please join us for a virtual Q&A session about the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and WASFA (Washington Application for State Financial Aid) financial aid applications on Oct. 22.

Clover Park Kids Can: Jeremiah Walker
Oct 12, 2020
Carter Lake Elementary School fifth grader Jeremiah Walker was riding the bus to school one day when the wheels in his brain started to turn.

Board adjusts October meeting schedule
Oct 8, 2020
Board of Directors will hold a planning meeting on Monday, Oct. 12, online at 5:30 p.m. using the ZOOM Web Conferencing and Meeting Application.

District Continues Virtual Learning
Oct 2, 2020
The health department notified the community that the county will be above 75 cases per 100,000 people by next week, moving the county back to a “High” level category.

Board adds special meeting Oct. 2
Oct 1, 2020
Board of Directors scheduled a special meeting/workshop for Friday, Oct. 2, at 2:30 p.m. to be held online using the ZOOM Web Conferencing and Meeting application.

Elementary Hybrid Learning Presentations Sept. 30 and Oct. 1
Sep 25, 2020
Join us for virtual presentations in to learn more about the district’s plan for elementary hybrid learning, safety measures and protocols, daily health acknowledgements.

Sept. 28 school board meeting to be held online
Sep 24, 2020
Board of Directors will hold its regular meeting/workshop Monday, Sept. 28, online at 5:30 p.m. using the ZOOM Web Conferencing and Meeting application.

Virtual financial aid presentation Sept. 21 and 23
Sep 21, 2020
Please join Clover Park School District and Clover Park Technical College for a virtual financial aid presentation.

CPSD releases tentative for shift to hybrid learning
Sep 21, 2020
As county COVID-19 transmission rates continue to decline, the district is preparing to shift to hybrid learning and begin slowly bringing elementary students to school for in-person learning two days a week.

Harrison Prep recognized for performance in statewide study
Sep 16, 2020
Harrison Preparatory School has been recognized by the Center for Educational Effectiveness (CEE) as one of the highest performing schools in Washington state for students of color and low income students.

Clover Park Kids Can: Claire Rivera
Sep 14, 2020
When Beachwood Elementary School third grader Claire Rivera is ready to start on her next art project, she’s not searching for her watercolors, colored pencils or even paper mache.

Sept. 14 school board meeting to be held online
Sep 10, 2020
Board of Directors will hold its regular meeting/workshop Monday, Sept. 14, online at 6 p.m. using the ZOOM Web Conferencing and Meeting application.

Clover Park Kids Can: Theo Clark
Sep 4, 2020
Evergreen Elementary School fourth grader Theo Clark is a quiet student.
School Year 2019-2020

Virtual Presentations on Virtual Learning Platform
Aug 28, 2020
Join us for a virtual presentation to learn about the district’s virtual learning platform and how students will engage in learning this fall.

Board adds special meeting Aug. 26
Aug 25, 2020
Board adds special meeting Aug. 26

Virtual Kindergarten Orientation Aug. 26 and 27
Aug 21, 2020
We are hosting a virtual kindergarten orientation in English on Wednesday, Aug. 26, at 6 p.m. and a virtual kindergarten orientation in Spanish on Thursday, Aug. 27, at 6 p.m.

Aug. 24 school board meeting to be held online
Aug 19, 2020
Board of Directors will hold its regular meeting/workshop Monday, Aug. 24, online at 5:30 p.m. using the ZOOM Web Conferencing and Meeting application.

Aug. 10 school board meeting to be held online
Aug 5, 2020
Board of Directors will hold its regular meeting Monday, Aug. 10.

Board adds special meeting Aug. 5
Jul 31, 2020
Board of Directors scheduled a special meeting/workshop for Wednesday, Aug. 5.

Board adds special meeting July 31
Jul 30, 2020
Board of Directors scheduled a special meeting/workshop for Friday, July 31, at 8 a.m. to be held online using the ZOOM Web Conferencing and Meeting application.

CPSD Schools to Start 2020-21 School Year in Virtual Learning
Jul 28, 2020
Clover Park School District has made the collective decision to begin the 2020-21 school year on Wednesday, Sept. 2, in a virtual learning model.

Clover Park graduates share their stories
Jul 22, 2020
Two students from each school were chosen by the principal to be profiled in the district’s community newsletter, Inside Schools.

Return to Learning
Jul 3, 2020
The district has launched an online survey to gather family input on the learning models, additional consideration and fall plans. The survey will run from July 3 through July 12.

Board adds special meeting June 29
Jun 24, 2020
Board adds special meeting June 29

McLennan, Hunsaker and Albrecht selected as CPSD Employees of the Year
Jun 18, 2020
Three Clover Park School District employees were honored as Employees of the Year during a virtual celebration Tuesday, June 16.

June 22 school board meeting canceled
Jun 18, 2020
The June 22 regular meeting/workshop of the Clover Park School District Board of Directors is canceled

Four Pillars Spotlight on Lifelong Learning: Dorien Simon
Jun 15, 2020
scholar (noun) - a student; pupil

Virtual graduations available for viewing June 10 and 11
Jun 8, 2020
Join us as we celebrate the Clover Park School District Class of 2020 with our virtual graduation ceremonies this week!

June 8 school board meeting to be held online
Jun 5, 2020
June 8 school board meeting to be held online

Join us for a virtual middle school preview event
Jun 1, 2020
The district is hosting a virtual middle school preview presentation for current fifth graders and their families to help them smoothly transition to middle school next year.

7th Graders Invited to Take 8th Grade Algebra
May 28, 2020
This year, 7th graders are invited to demonstrate their readiness for 8th grade Algebra 1 through use of Khan Academy.

Clover Park High School's Wheeler named ACTE Region V teacher of the year
May 28, 2020
Business and marketing teacher Kitti Wheeler earned teacher of the year honors from Region V of the Association for Career and Technical Education.

Four Pillars Spotlight on Collaboration: Jana Kim
May 25, 2020
engage (verb) - to occupy oneself; become involved

Clover Park High School shares The Arlington Project virtual ceremony
May 22, 2020
Every Memorial Day for each of the last 12 years has included a transformation of the front lawn at Clover Park High School.

Mann and Woodbrook middle school virtual tours available for online viewing
May 21, 2020
Students and staff from Mann and Woodbrook middle schools will move to Clover Park School District's newest school, Dr. Claudia Thomas Middle School, this fall.

May 26 school board meeting to be held online
May 20, 2020
Clover Park School District Board of Directors will hold its regular meeting/workshop Tuesday, May 26, online at 5:30 p.m. using the ZOOM Web Conferencing and Meeting application.

Clover Park school board May 11 meeting to be held online
May 7, 2020
Board of Directors will hold its regular meeting Monday, May 11, online at 6 p.m.

Senior Zoom Meeting - May 6
May 6, 2020
Class of 2020 seniors and parents participated in a virtual meeting Wednesday, May 6, to receive important information and updates on graduation requirements, celebrations and key dates.

CPSD high schools ranked top in Pierce County, state
Apr 28, 2020
Helping students become career and college ready is one of our top priorities in Clover Park School District.

Five CPSD schools and one special program earn state recognition
Apr 24, 2020
Five CPSD elementary schools and the district’s Open Doors program have been honored as State-Recognized Schools for 2018-19.

CPSD to create commemorative virtual tours of Mann and Woodbrook
Apr 20, 2020
In light of the “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order and closure of school facilities, school tours scheduled this spring have been cancelled.

School board adjusts April meeting schedule
Apr 17, 2020
Board of Directors has canceled its April 20 regular meeting/workshop. The board has scheduled a special meeting/workshop for Monday, April 27.

CPHS senior earns $64,000 scholarship
Apr 14, 2020
CPHS senior Gavin McDonald enjoys computer programming so much his projects for art class are covered in 1s and 0s.

Four Pillars Spotlight on Leadership: Calista Coleman
Apr 13, 2020
inclusive (adjective) – including everyone, especially those who have been excluded in the past because of race, gender, disability, etc.

April 13 School Board Meeting to be Held Online
Apr 9, 2020
Board of Directors will hold its regular meeting Monday, April 13, online at 6 p.m. using the ZOOM Web Conferencing and Meeting application.

Four Pillars Spotlight on Character: Jalean Peek
Mar 20, 2020
integrity (noun) - strict adherence to a standard of value or conduct; personal honesty and independence

Two CPSD students earn full-tuition Act Six scholarships
Mar 18, 2020
Lakes Senior Christian Aguilar and Harrison Prep Senior Hanzel Chicas win Act Six scholarships.

CPSD Planning for possible extended school closures
Mar 12, 2020
Governor Inslee has also asked school districts in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties to prepare for possible school closures to help slow the progression of COVID-19 in the region.

Governor has now ordered the closure of all schools in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties
Mar 12, 2020
Starting Tuesday, March 17, our schools will close through Friday, April 24.

In-person parent-teacher conferences canceled March 11-13
Mar 11, 2020
CPSD will not hold in-person parent-teacher conferences scheduled at our schools Wednesday, March 11, through Friday, March, 13.

Woodbrook student art featured in national magazine
Feb 20, 2020
Woodbrook eighth grader Krisha Dullaga’s art piece is featured in National Art Honor Society Magazine

Replacement Levy Passing
Feb 12, 2020
Preliminary results from the Feb. 11 special election show voters approved the Replacement Educational Programs and Operations Levy.

CPHS students surprised with DECA international conference qualification
Feb 11, 2020
Ernest Balezi and Helaman Faamausili were surprised in class recently with the news they qualified for the DECA International Career Development Conference.

District STEM Fair is March 7 at Harrison Prep
Feb 7, 2020
Families and community members are invited to attend our district STEM fair on March 7 at Harrison Preparatory School.

Robots in the classroom and after school
Feb 6, 2020
Providing students with opportunities to develop cutting edge skills is essential to helping them thrive following graduation.

Helping special education students thrive
Feb 6, 2020
CPSD serves a diverse community and is committed to providing students with the best educational opportunities possible.

Eight educators earn National Board Certification
Feb 6, 2020
The district recently celebrated eight educators who earned National Board Certification this year. Seven more renewed their certifications.

Lakes junior named regional Cadet of the Month
Feb 5, 2020
Lakes student Emile Skeete was recently named Cadet of the Month by the 8th Brigade of the U.S. Army Cadet Command.

Four Pillars Spotlight on Collaboration: Christian Aguilar
Feb 3, 2020
provider (noun) - a person who gives someone something they need

Harrison Prep junior earns national technology award
Jan 27, 2020
Harrison Prep junior Kathleen Julca recently earned the National Center for Women and Information Technology Award for Aspirations in Computing.

Beachwood students share family legacy with classmates
Jan 17, 2020
Beachwood Elementary School students sing “We Shall Overcome” together as a school.

Four Pillars Spotlight on Leadership: Izabelle Cook
Jan 17, 2020
problem solver (noun) - a thinker who focuses on the problem as stated and tries to synthesize information and knowledge to achieve a solution

Four Pillars Spotlight on Lifelong Learner: Michelle Rogers
Dec 9, 2019
explorer (noun) - a person who explores an unfamiliar area; an adventurer.

Elevating student voice
Dec 5, 2019
Students have a great deal to say and invaluable insight to offer. They often understand the challenges they face better than adults.

Partnering to support English learners
Dec 5, 2019
More than 12 percent of students in Clover Park are English Language Learners (ELL).

Lions test student hearing
Dec 5, 2019
CPSD and the Lakewood First Lions Club have been partnering for more than 20 years to help screen students for hearing issues.

Helping principals collaborate
Dec 5, 2019
The district has implemented a cohort model for principal training this year.

School board approves replacement levy
Nov 27, 2019
School board approved a four-year Replacement Educational Programs and Operations Levy at its Oct. 21 meeting to replace an expiring levy

CPSD Awarded 2019 Board of the Year
Nov 26, 2019
Board of Directors was named 2019 Board of the Year for large school districts by the Washington State School Directors' Association.

Four Pillars Spotlight on Leadership: Ernest Balezi
Nov 19, 2019
motivator (noun) - a person or thing that makes someone enthusiastic about doing something

Board approves replacement levy
Nov 12, 2019
CPSD will place a four-year Replacement Educational Programs and Operations Levy on the ballot for the Feb. 11, 2020

Clover Park School Board recognized as Board of Distinction
Nov 7, 2019
Our school board was recently named a Board of Distinction by the Washington State School Directors Association (WSSDA)

Teach like your kids go here
Oct 24, 2019
Banner settling into superintendent role

Navigating the Transition Adventure
Oct 24, 2019
The first day at a new school can be scary, exciting and overwhelming all at the same time.

Four Pillars Spotlight on Collaboration: Makaila Brown
Oct 24, 2019
She has an uncanny ability to bring people together and help them find their own strength and confidence.

CPHS’s Latino Unidos club celebrates Hispanic culture
Oct 15, 2019
Latino Unidos club at Clover Park High School likes to have a good time.

CPHS students earn top honors at Puyallup Fair art show
Oct 15, 2019
Clover Park High School art students took home high honors at the Puyallup Fair’s Jr./Sr. High School Art Show this year.

Meriwether students honored by Lakewood City Council
Oct 15, 2019
Lakewood City Council honored a group of Meriwether Elementary School students

Superintendent Banner takes oath of office
Oct 7, 2019
Ron Banner took his oath of office from Board President

Meet our Administrators: Lisa Boyd
Oct 3, 2019
Meet our Administrators

College financial aid forms available Oct. 1
Oct 1, 2019
Free Application for Federal Student Aid is available on Oct. 1

Four Pillars Spotlight on Character: Emma Rieder
Sep 23, 2019
Advocate (noun) - someone who fights for something or someone, especially someone who fights for the rights of others

Schools implement Say Something Anonymous Reporting System
Sep 18, 2019
Clover Park School District is implementing the Say Something Anonymous Reporting System this fall.

Four Pillars Spotlight on Character: Huver Mendez
Aug 28, 2019
Perseverance (noun) - continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties, failure, or opposition

Back-to-School Resources
Aug 23, 2019
We are counting down to the beginning of the 2019-20 school year on Wednesday, Aug. 28.
School Year 2018-2019

JROTC programs teach leadership, service
Jun 18, 2019
If you have been at a public event in the Lakewood area, chances are you have seen the JROTC units in action.

CPSD seniors have big plans
Jun 18, 2019
Doren Simon, Linda Tran, Abigail Watters, and Monique Gilbert have big plans

School Board Names New Middle School
Jun 14, 2019
The new middle school will be named after Dr. Claudia Thomas, a member of the Lakewood’s original city council.

CPSD students earn diplomas, celebrate future
Jun 12, 2019
More than 500 students received their diplomas at Clover Park School District graduations last week.

Clover Park Schools earn new state education honors
Jun 11, 2019
Evergreen Elementary School and Lakeview Hope Academy have been honored as State-Recognized Schools for 2017-18

Meet our Administrator
May 29, 2019
Synette Melluzzo, Principal at Park Lodge Elementary

Employees of the Year
May 17, 2019
Three Clover Park School District employees were honored as Employees of the Year.

CPHS students place in top 10 at international DECA conference
May 10, 2019
DECA is a student organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs

Meet our Administrator
Apr 24, 2019
Bill Coon, Director of Capital Projects

Planning for future needs
Apr 16, 2019
Facilities Advisory Committee reconvenes to develop comprehensive facilities plan and consider potential renovation of Clover Park High School

Creating Future Chefs
Apr 16, 2019
Students learn every part of the cooking process.

Meet our Administrator
Mar 27, 2019
Rebecca Sprague, Principal at Woodbrook Middle School

Public invited to Instructional Materials Showcase
Mar 21, 2019
CPSD is adopting new instructional materials for the 2019-20 school year

STEM takes many forms in Clover Park
Mar 6, 2019
Students in Clover Park have a world of options available to them as they look to explore future careers in STEM fields

Making attendance a priority
Mar 6, 2019
Attending school regularly helps students grow academically, emotionally and socially

Board Selects Ron Banner Superintendent
Feb 28, 2019
Board of Directors selected Ron Banner as superintendent designee

STEM Fair
Feb 28, 2019
Free to the public! Everyone's invited!

Volunteer Judges Needed for Cops and Kids Art Contest March 4-8
Feb 25, 2019
Elementary students across CPSD have submitted artwork as part of the Cops and Kids Art Contest.

Meet the Candidates!
Feb 22, 2019
Board has selected two internal candidates to interview for superintendent.

Board to Evaluate Internal Superintendent Candidates
Feb 13, 2019
Opportunities to meet candidates and provide written input to school board

Weather Alert
Feb 11, 2019
Click on the link for information about Clover Park School District School Delays and Closures.

School board developing superintendent profile
Jan 28, 2019
School board reviewing community input and developing criteria for superintendent search process

Seventeen educators earn National Board Certification
Jan 22, 2019
District second in Pierce County with newly certified teachers

Meet our Administrator
Jan 16, 2019
Sean Schoenfeldt, Principal at Tyee Park Elementary School

Superintendent Search Listening Sessions Scheduled Jan. 15-17
Jan 7, 2019
Provide your input on desired qualities of the district’s next superintendent.

Clover Park School District is preparing for a superintendent search
Dec 17, 2018
Input opportunities planned for January 2019

Meet our Administrator
Dec 12, 2018
Sheri Warrick, Principal at Idlewild Elementary School

Advisory board brings teachers and industry together
Dec 10, 2018
At Harrison Preparatory School, video production students have the chance to get creative.

Innovating against bullying
Dec 10, 2018
Building a safe school environment is essential in supporting a student’s educational growth.

Students learn from best in Clover Park
Dec 10, 2018
Clover Park School District has a diverse and talented group of students.

Paul Wagemann elected to state association of school directors
Dec 3, 2018
School board director Paul Wagemann was recently elected to the Washington State School Directors’ Association Board of Directors for a three-year term.

Nov. 26 School Board Regular Meeting/Workshop Canceled
Nov 16, 2018
Nov. 26 regular meeting/workshop of the Clover Park School District Board of Directors has been canceled.

Meet our Administrator
Nov 7, 2018
Steve Seberson, Principal at Mann Middle School

Meet our Administrator
Oct 17, 2018
Kylie Danielson, Principal at Rainier Elementary School

New curriculum makes math interactive
Oct 9, 2018
Last year, the district piloted two new middle school math curricula, hoping to zero in on one that would bring the district more in line with state teaching standards.

BEST Academy helps new teachers shine
Oct 9, 2018
Houston T. Jackson IV had plenty on his plate as a first-year teacher at Lakeview Hope Academy in 2015.

District program provides hands-on experience for students interested in nursing
Oct 1, 2018
Students at Clover Park High School who are interested in a career in nursing can start receiving hands-on training as early as their junior year.

Healthy Youth Survey Information
Sep 28, 2018
Our school will participate in the Healthy Youth Survey during this Fall.

Meet our Administrator
Sep 26, 2018
Kristi Smith,Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Schools and Teaching and Learning

Meet our Administrator
Sep 12, 2018
Karen Mauer Smith, Principal of Lakes High School

Clover Park School District Aug. 27 School Board Meeting Time Change
Aug 27, 2018
The Aug. 27 meeting of the Clover Park School District Board of Directors will be held at 7 p.m.

Receive School News the Way You Choose
Aug 20, 2018
To make sure that you’re receiving school news and alerts in the ways that work best for you, Clover Park School District is launching a new communications app
School Year 2017-2018

Clover Park Early Learning Program earns Community Partner Leadership Award
Aug 17, 2018
CPELP were presented with a Community Partner Leadership Award by the PSESD at its All Staff Celebration recently

Board adopts 2018-19 school year budget
Jul 24, 2018
Prior to its regular meeting on July 9, the CPSD Board of Directors heard an overview of the proposed 2018-19 school year budget.

Ready to Learn Fair prepares students for return to school
Jul 24, 2018
Caring for Kids Ready to Learn Fair is set for July 28 at CPHS

Board adds special meeting
Jul 19, 2018
CPSD Board of Directors has scheduled a special board meeting for Monday, July 23, at 5p.m.

CPSD increasing security and improving parking lots at schools this summer
Jun 29, 2018
CPSD is beginning security improvements and parking lot expansions at a number of its schools this summer.

Budget hearing scheduled for July 9
Jun 19, 2018
The public can learn about Clover Park School District’s proposed 2018-19 budget at a public hearing on July 9.

2018 Graduation Slideshow
Jun 15, 2018
Enjoy our video slideshow featuring photos from each of the four Clover Park School District high school graduations!

Three Lakes cadets earn full ROTC scholarships
Jun 14, 2018
Three Lakes ROTC cadets earned college scholarships in this year’s U.S. Army Cadet Command National Scholarship Board.

Harrison Prep and Lakes seniors gain coveted college acceptances
Jun 14, 2018
While Clover Park School District (CPSD) is home to a number talented students with acceptances to major regional and national universities, a trio of seniors set their sights on the “best of the best.”

Meet our Administrator
Jun 4, 2018
Doug Kernutt, Executive Director of Student Support

School Board Schedules Special Meeting
May 31, 2018
Clover Park School District Board of Directors will hold a special meeting for the purpose of reviewing the 2017-18 school year and planning for the 2018-19 school year.

2018 summer lunch program offered
May 31, 2018
Clover Park School District will offer free lunch for children 18 years and younger this summer at several district schools.

Meet our Administrator
May 21, 2018
John Boatman, Director of Maintenance and Operations

Clover Park High School pool to close for renovations
May 15, 2018
CPHS swimming pool will be closed for maintenance and repairs beginning Sunday, June 10.

Harrison Prep and Lakes ranked among the state’s best schools
May 14, 2018
Harrison Preparatory School and Lakes High School are ranked among the state’s best schools according to a recent ranking from U.S. News and World Report.

Meet our Administrator
May 8, 2018
Diana Dix, Principal of Evergreen Elementary

Clover Park School District superintendent set to retire
Apr 26, 2018
Clover Park School District Board of Directors accepted the retirement of Superintendent Debbie LeBeau

Meet our Administrator
Apr 23, 2018
Paul Vigil, Director of Transportation

Smarter Balanced testing on-going in CPSD
Apr 17, 2018
We are committed to Creating Promising Futures in Clover Park School District.

Secondary students sing together at district choir festival
Apr 17, 2018
More than 400 secondary choir members packed the Harrison Prep gym recently for the district’s choir festival.

Wilson leads by example as DECA state president
Apr 12, 2018
Jonathan Wilson embraced being a DECA member throughout his high school experience at Lakes High School.

CPHS DECA club opens student store
Apr 12, 2018
Opening a student store isn’t an easy task. Just ask Clover Park High School DECA advisor Kitti Wheeler, she’ll tell you all about it.

Meet our Administrator
Apr 9, 2018
Travis Holmgren, Principal of Lake Louise Elementary School

CPSD earns first place Magna Award for Open Doors program
Mar 28, 2018
Clover Park School District has received a 2018 first place Magna Award from the National School Boards Association.

Board adjusts April meeting schedule
Mar 23, 2018
CPSD Board of Directors’ regular meeting originally planned for April 9, has been rescheduled for April 23

Public invited to Instructional Materials Showcase
Mar 22, 2018
Clover Park School District is adopting new instructional materials for the 2018-19 school year.

Meet our Administrator
Mar 19, 2018
Holly Shaffer, Director of Student Services

CPSD kindergarten registration currently underway
Mar 16, 2018
Kindergarten registration for 2018-19 in Clover Park School District elementary schools is underway.

A Message to Families
Mar 12, 2018
A message regarding potential student walkouts on March 14 to honor victims from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.

Future Chefs competition gives students chance to cook and get creative
Mar 9, 2018
Thirteen Clover Park School District fourth-grade students put their cooking skills to the test recently.

Connor Merrill named March Educator of the Month
Mar 9, 2018
March’s Lakewood Rotary Educator of the Month, Connor Merrill, believes in teaching the three “Ps” to his students: persistence, perseverance and positivity.

Meet our Administrator
Mar 5, 2018
John Mitchell, Principal of Four Heroes Elementary School

Lakes High School girls wrestling team earns Academic State Championship
Mar 2, 2018
The Lakes High School girls wrestling team earned the 3A academic state championship for the 2017-18 school year.

A Message to Clover Park School District Families and Staff
Feb 28, 2018
In light of recent tragic events that continue to happen across our nation, the questions of what have we done? or what can we do? to ensure the safety of our students.

Afterschool science programs give students hands-on learning
Feb 21, 2018
Science education in Clover Park School District doesn't end in the classroom.

Meet our Administrator
Feb 20, 2018
Rick Ring, Administrator for Business Services

Together, for Students a major success
Feb 14, 2018
Educators and community members packed Clover Park Technical College's McGavick Center on Feb. 7

Clover Park School District kindergarten registration begins March 14
Feb 14, 2018
Clover Park School District elementary schools will register new kindergartners for the 2018-19 school year beginning Wednesday, March 14.

Board adds special meeting
Feb 9, 2018
Clover Park School District Board of Directors will hold a special meeting/workshop.

Meet our Administrator
Feb 6, 2018
Meghan Eakin, Principal of Lakeview Hope Academy

K-9 officers visit Dower students
Feb 6, 2018
Some Dower Elementary third graders received a visit from a very special guest last week.

Together, for Students launches new community engagement focus in CPSD
Jan 25, 2018
Imagine what students could achieve if they truly felt supported by a community fully committed to their overall success.

Meet our Administrator
Jan 24, 2018
Lori McStay, Executive Director of Human Resources

Twenty-five district teachers earn National Board Certification
Jan 18, 2018
CPSD has one of the highest percentages of National Board Certificated teachers in Pierce County.

Serraine named January Educator of the Month
Jan 18, 2018
This month’s Lakewood Rotary Educator of the Month, Park Lodge fourth grade teacher T.J. Serrianne, sees himself as a utility player.

CPSD holds Educator Networking and Employment Open House on Jan. 24
Jan 18, 2018
Clover Park School District will hold an Educator Networking and Employment Open House on Wednesday, Jan. 24.

School board schedules annual planning meeting and joint meeting with city council
Jan 17, 2018
The Clover Park School District (CPSD) Board of Directors scheduled its annual planning meeting for 1:45 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 20.

CPSD to implement new electronic flyer process
Jan 16, 2018
Clover Park School District will launch a new electronic flyer communication system called Peachjar on Friday, Jan. 26

CPSD host Interpreter Training Feb. 8
Jan 10, 2018
Interpreter Training is a required training for anyone who is considering working as an interpreter for the school district, however, this course does not guarantee employment.

Meet our Administrators
Jan 8, 2018
Nancy LaChapelle, Principal Woodbrook Middle School

Clover Park School District celebrating 90 years Tuesday, Jan. 23
Jan 5, 2018
Clover Park School District will hold a 90th anniversary celebration on Tuesday, Jan. 23 at 6 p.m.

Clover Park High School staff deliver “Winter Wishes”
Dec 21, 2017
Clover Park High School staff members came in on their first official day of winter break to deliver “Winter Wishes” to 70 students who would have otherwise gone without.

Harrison Prep sophomore asks "What's your sentence?"
Dec 12, 2017
Harrison Preparatory School sophomore Halla Mannering is trying to make a difference, one sentence at a time.

Bus rider ID system expands districtwide
Dec 11, 2017
Clover Park School District’s transportation department is expanding its student bus rider identification system to all elementary and middle schools this year

Schools put late-start Wednesday time to good use
Dec 11, 2017
Even teachers need to keep learning.

Literacy walks show new curriculum in action
Dec 11, 2017
Clover Park School District (CPSD) administrators have been visiting schools to see the new K-5 literacy curriculum in action.

Meet our Administrators
Dec 4, 2017
Megan Qualls, Principal of Dower Elementary

CPSD holds Educator Networking and Employment Open House on Jan. 24
Nov 22, 2017
Clover Park School District will hold an Educator Networking and Employment Open House on Wednesday, Jan. 24.

Meet our Administrators
Nov 21, 2017
Michaela Clancy, Director of Special Education

Two Clover Park Schools Named 2017 Schools of Distinction
Nov 7, 2017
Evergreen and Hillside Elementary Schools were among 98 Washington schools to receive this designation.

Meet our Administrators
Nov 7, 2017
Tim Stults, Principal of Clover Park High School

Four Heroes Elementary named Kids at Hope model school
Nov 1, 2017
Four Heroes Elementary School was designated a model school by the Kids at Hope board of directors on Friday, Oct. 27.

Lochburn students send science skyward
Oct 27, 2017
Lochburn Middle School sixth graders used model rockets to learn about physics and aerodynamics during their science classes on Oct. 12.

Meet our Administrators
Oct 24, 2017
Ron Banner, Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Schools

Lakes High School will host a screening of the film Screenagers
Oct 18, 2017
Screenagers is a documentary about the impact of the digital age on children and how to help families minimize harmful effects and find balance.

Interpreter Training
Oct 17, 2017
We are looking for bilingual speakers in many languages including: Vietnamese, Korean, Marshallese, Romanian, Spanish, Kosraean and more.

Meet our Administrators
Oct 9, 2017
Greg Wilson, Principal at Lochburn Middle School

Lakeview Hope Academy receives Partnership School Award
Oct 9, 2017
Lakeview Hope Academy recently earned a 2017 Partnership School Award from the National Network of Partnerships Schools

CPSD schools getting more fathers involved
Oct 9, 2017
Research shows that fathers today are more involved in their children’s education than ever before..

New elementary reading curricula implemented
Oct 9, 2017
Clover Park School District implemented two new reading curricula for the 2017-18 school year for elementary- and preschool-aged students.

CPHS coach featured in News Tribune
Sep 29, 2017
A profile of Clover Park High School football coach Jon “Taz” Randall graced the front page of the News Tribune sports section on Sept. 29.

CPSD hosts Classified Jobs Fair Oct. 14
Sep 28, 2017
Clover Park School District will hold a Classified Jobs Fair Saturday, Oct. 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Student Services Center in Lakewood.

Meet our Administrators
Sep 26, 2017
Trish Stallard, Principal at Custer Elementary School

CPSD app allows parent engagement
Sep 26, 2017
To help students, staff, families and the community to stay in touch, Clover Park School District has a FREE mobile app.

Teachers get to work on first late start Wednesday
Sep 26, 2017
Clover Park School District had its first late start Wednesday of the school year Sept. 20

Lakes High School will host a screening of the film Screenagers
Sep 8, 2017
Screenagers is a documentary about the impact of the digital age on children and how to help families minimize harmful effects and find balance.

CPSD welcomes almost 140 new teachers
Sep 1, 2017
Clover Park School District welcomed nearly 140 new teachers to the district as part of the district’s week-long new educators’ orientation.

Million Father March
Aug 31, 2017
The News Tribune covered the Million Father March that took place at Lochburn Middle School this morning.

Schools for JBLM Families
Aug 31, 2017
JBLM in 10 from Northwest Military published a video guide breaking down the school options for our military families.

Families meet and greet at CPSD schools
Aug 31, 2017
In preparation for the first day of school, schools across the district hosted students, parents and guardians.
School Year 2016-2017

Board adds special meeting
Aug 11, 2017
Clover Park School District Board of Directors will hold a special meeting, prior to its regularly scheduled meeting, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., Aug. 14.

Board schedules meetings for 2017-18 school year
Jul 14, 2017
Clover Park School District’s Board of Directors announced their meeting schedule for the 2017-18 school year.

School board schedules special board meeting and budget hearing
Jul 6, 2017
Clover Park School District Board of Directors has scheduled a special board meeting for Monday, July 10, from 2 to 5:30 p.m

Student Services Center will be closed
Jun 27, 2017
Student Services Center will be closed Saturday, July 15 through Monday, July 17

Four Heroes Elementary receives library grant from the Laura Bush Foundation
Jun 13, 2017
Four Heroes Elementary received a $6,000 grant from the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries recently.

HP student first from CPSD to attend Berklee College of Music
Jun 5, 2017
Harrison Preparatory School senior Charlotte Brown-Frillmann was recently accepted to Berklee College of Music in Boston.

Clover Park School District Board of Directors adjusts meeting schedule
May 31, 2017
Clover Park School District Board of Directors will hold a special meeting/workshop on Monday, June 5 at 5 p.m.

Student authors awarded in local writing competitions
May 31, 2017
Three students from CPSD won awards in two local competitions recently for excellence in creative writing.

Rep. Muri attends Hudtloff Memorial Day assembly
May 26, 2017
Rep. Dick Muri attended Hudtloff Middle School’s Memorial Day assembly recently, giving his remarks on the importance of the national holiday.

Employees of the Year selected for 2017
May 16, 2017
Three individuals were selected from an outstanding pool of candidates as the Employees of the Year. Read the story to find out more!

The Arlington Project Opening Ceremony scheduled for Wednesday, May 24
May 8, 2017
Since 2008, CPHS has organized a stunning memorial called the Arlington Project honoring America’s fallen. Come learn more at the Opening Ceremony!

Boys and Girls Club Director honored with Community Leadership Award
May 4, 2017
Area branch director of the South Pierce County and Lakewood branches of the Boys & Girls Club was honored with a WASA Community Leadership Award

Lakes High School AJROTC earns coveted Honor Unit of Distinction award
May 2, 2017
Lakes High School’s AJROTC earned the coveted Honor Unit with Distinction rating recently.

Math Relay 2017
May 1, 2017
CPSD elementary students compete in the annual Math Relay, put on by the school district and city of Lakewood.

Lakeview Hope Academy earns Washington Achievement Award
Apr 18, 2017
Lakeview Hope Academy is one of 280 schools across the state to earn a 2016 Washington Achievement Award.

CPHS student Gianni LaFave spends spring break at the Capitol
Apr 12, 2017
CPHS sophomore spent spring break as a page in the Washington State House of Representatives during the 2017 legislative session, April 3 – 7.

Two CPSD students selected for Boys & Girls Club awards, scholarships
Apr 3, 2017
CPSD students Brianna Mitchell and Nyah Hall earned the two top awards from the Boys & Girls Clubs Washington State Association.

Four Heroes Elementary students use fitness and technology to help others
Mar 31, 2017
Students at Four Heroes Elementary are developing healthy habits and saving lives at the same time. Read more to find out how!

District invites the public to Instructional Materials Showcase
Mar 28, 2017
Clover Park School District is adopting some new instructional materials for the 2017-18 school year.

Three Lakes High School students receive regional art awards
Mar 22, 2017
Three Lakes High School students were recently recognized in PSESD’s 2017 Regional High School Art Awards.

Three Clover Park High School students awarded Act Six scholarships
Mar 20, 2017
CPHS seniors Carlos Alvarez, Sina Pritchard and Jasmin Rodriguez have been awarded full-tuition college scholarships by the Act Six program.

Clover Park School District holds public forum to share revenue and enrollment
Mar 9, 2017
The public is invited to a forum on Wednesday, March 22 to learn about preliminary revenues and enrollment for the 2017-18 school year.

Three Lakes High School football players selected for All-State
Mar 6, 2017
Seniors Xavier Banner, Matthew Gotel and Melvin Miller will play in the All-State game on June 30 in Moses Lake.

CPSD students participate in Special Olympics’ Unified Sports
Feb 27, 2017
Elementary students formed teams and played basketball in the Unified Sports elementary basketball jamboree through Special Olympics Washington.

CPSD reports 77.4 percent sign-up rate for College Bound Scholarships
Feb 23, 2017
The district received a Gold Star Award from Governor Inslee for being a top performer in scholarship sign-ups.

Superintendent Chris Reykdal visits Lakes High School
Feb 23, 2017
The Superintendent of Public Instruction for the state of Washington visited a Civics and AP Government class at Lakes High School recently.

Open Doors celebrates first winter program completion ceremony
Feb 15, 2017
“Open Doors is about more than graduation, it is about helping students navigate past barriers and begin their next steps.”

CPSD seeks interpreters, offers free class on Feb. 24
Feb 7, 2017
CPSD will hold a free class on Friday, Feb. 24 for anyone fluent in English and another language who is interested in becoming an interpreter.

Clover Park School District promotes train safety
Feb 1, 2017
To prepare for the Amtrak Cascades reroute, CPSD is partnering with WSDOT and Operation Lifesaver to inform students of train safety.

CPSD hosts ninth annual Future Chefs Culinary Competition on Feb. 8
Jan 31, 2017
Clover Park School District’s student nutrition services department will host its 9th annual Future Chef’s Culinary Competition on Wednesday, Feb. 8.

CPHS library media specialist Mary Moser awarded NEA grant for diverse books
Jan 30, 2017
Clover Park High School library media specialist was awarded a grant from the National Education Association’s Read Across America program.

School board and city council to hold joint meeting
Jan 26, 2017
Clover Park School District Board of Directors and Lakewood City Council will hold a joint meeting Monday, Jan. 30, 2017.

Families invited to learn more about district’s high school options
Jan 11, 2017
CPSD's high schools will host free, information meetings for families of eighth graders to learn more about high school programs.

CPSD holds Educator Networking and Employment Event on Jan. 26
Jan 9, 2017
Clover Park School District will hold an employment event for educators on Thursday, Jan. 26!

A New Year brings a new Evergreen Elementary to Joint Base Lewis-McChord
Jan 6, 2017
Evergreen Elementary students and staff started 2017 in a brand new school on their first day back at school after winter break on Tuesday, Jan. 3.

School Board Schedules Special Meeting
Jan 5, 2017
Clover Park School District Board of Directors will hold a special meeting for the purpose of planning for the 2017-18 school year.

Schools will be open Friday, Jan. 27 for Snow Make Up Day
Jan 4, 2017
Clover Park School District schools and programs will operate on a normal schedule on Jan. 27 to make up for a snow day taken in December.

For 29th year, anonymous donor gifts clothing
Dec 15, 2016
An anonymous donor has once again given more than $20,000 worth of new clothing to students in need.

Clover Park School District celebrates National Board Certificated teachers
Dec 14, 2016
Five Clover Park School District teachers were celebrated at a National Board for Professional Teaching Standards pinning ceremony and reception.

Woodbrook Middle School students visit Pacific Lutheran University
Dec 6, 2016
“Visiting PLU helps our students to visualize themselves as college students,” said Woodbrook counselor Melissa Juvik.

High school students prepare for promising futures at DECA conference
Nov 28, 2016
Eight students from Clover Park High School and 15 from Lakes High School attended the 2016 DECA Western Region Leadership Conference in Seattle.

Clover Park School District’s Daffodil Princesses lead by example
Nov 22, 2016
As Daffodil Princesses, Lakes High School senior Christine Lew and Clover Park High School senior Vilma Alvarado Garcia will represent the district.

Board adds special meeting
Nov 9, 2016
The Clover Park School District Board of Directors will hold a special meeting at 4 p.m., Monday, Nov. 14.

Middle School Counts events ease transition to high school
Nov 8, 2016
“What you do now matters,” said Clover Park High School assistant principal Matthew Fiteny to a group of eight graders at Lochburn Middle School.

Clover Park School District Board recognized as a Board of Distinction
Nov 2, 2016
Clover Park School District’s Board was named this week as a Board of Distinction by the Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA).

Ninnis named to Hall of Fame
Nov 2, 2016
Clover Park High School head basketball coach Mel Ninnis has been selected for the WA Interscholastic Basketball Coaches Association’s Hall of Fame.

Clover Park High School’s drama club is back on the scene
Oct 27, 2016
Thespian Troupe 821 was revived by teaching James “Jym” Kinney and students in 2015. This fall, the troupe presents their fifth full production.

Board schedules meetings for 2016-17 school year
Oct 19, 2016
Clover Park School District’s Board of Directors announced their meeting schedule for the remainder of the 2016-17 school year.

Board adds special meeting
Oct 11, 2016
Clover Park School District Board of Directors will hold a special meeting at 5 p.m., Friday, Oct. 14.

Early Learning Program open house slated for Oct. 19
Oct 6, 2016
Clover Park School District will host an open house for the district’s Early Learning Program on Wednesday, Oct. 19 at 5:30 p.m.

Seven Clover Park Schools Named 2016 Schools of Distinction
Oct 3, 2016
Clover Park School District (CPSD) is celebrating seven district schools that received 2016 School of Distinction Awards.

Tillicum Elementary students benefit from Skanska donations
Sep 23, 2016
Last month, Skanska construction workers and sub-contractors began a back to school supply drive for students at Tillicum Elementary.

Board schedules September and October meetings
Aug 30, 2016
Clover Park School District’s Board of Directors announced their meeting schedule for September and October.

Classroom technology and safety and security upgrades
Aug 29, 2016
Classroom technology and safety and security upgrades were implemented in schools over the summer.

Beachwood Elementary recognized as a sustainable school
Aug 18, 2016
The recently rebuilt Beachwood Elementary has been recognized by the Office of Superintendent for meeting High-Performance design requirements.

Beachwood recognized as sustainable school
Aug 18, 2016
Recently rebuilt Beachwood Elementary has been recognized by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction for meeting High-Performance Schools.

Defense grant to provide support to military students
Aug 5, 2016
Clover Park School District has been awarded a five-year, $1.5 million grant from the Department of Defense Education Activity.

Board adds special meeting
Aug 4, 2016
The CPSD Board of Directors will hold a semi-annual planning meeting/retreat on Monday, Aug. 8.

Lakewood PD to use Hudtloff Middle School for training exercise Aug. 3
Jul 29, 2016
The Lakewood Police Department command staff will conduct their annual active shooter training Aug. 3 at Hudtloff Middle School.

Ready to Learn Fair prepares students for return to school
Jul 27, 2016
The Caring for Kids “Ready to Learn Fair” is set for Saturday, Aug. 6 from 9 a.m. to noon at Clover Park High School.

CPSD announces school and administrative changes
Jul 11, 2016
Clover Park School District administrative changes will take place for the 2016-17 school year.
School Year 2015-2016

Budget hearing scheduled for July 11
Jun 30, 2016
The public can learn about Clover Park School District’s proposed 2016-17 budget at a public hearing on Monday, July 11.

Finance team recognized for financial reporting
Jun 30, 2016
The Financial Services department has received the 2015 Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting from ASBO International.

District community relations office receives national public relations award
Jun 22, 2016
CPSD’s community relations department received a Golden Achievement Award from the National School Public Relations Association.

CPSD transportation receives outstanding school bus inspection rating
Jun 21, 2016
CPSD’s transportation department received outstanding inspection results from the Washington State Patrol’s annual inspection of its bus fleet.

2016 summer lunch program offered
Jun 17, 2016
Children 18 years and younger can eat for no charge this summer at several Clover Park School District schools.

Lochburn MS receives library grant to purchase bilingual books
Jun 10, 2016
Lochburn Middle School is one of only three schools in the state to receive a Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries Grant.

School board and city council to hold joint meeting
Jun 7, 2016
Clover Park School District Board of Directors and Lakewood City Council will hold a joint meeting Saturday, June 11, 2016.

Summer school begins June 20; speed zones in effect
Jun 2, 2016
Elementary, middle and high school (for incoming ninth-graders) summer school sessions will run Monday through Thursday, June 20 through July 21

Public invited to review new middle school instrumental music material
Jun 2, 2016
Community members are invited to review new instrumental music instructional materials being considered for adoption for the 2016-17 School Year.

CPSD high school students honored with Kiwanis awards, scholarships
Jun 1, 2016
Students from Clover Park and Lakes High Schools and Harrison Preparatory School received Kiwanis Club of Clover Park awards and scholarships May 31.

CPHS JROTC receives Distinguished Unit with Merit Award
May 31, 2016
Clover Park High School’s JROTC has received the 2015-16 Air Force JROTC Distinguished Unit with Merit Award.

Special education athletes to participate in track meet
May 24, 2016
More than 250 special education athletes will participate in CPSD’s Track Stars Invitational Wednesday, June 1 at Harry Lang Stadium.

School board schedules public hearing
May 23, 2016
A public hearing will be held on the potential sale of the former Oakwood Elementary property.

CPSD student, paraeducator receive safety patrol honors
May 20, 2016
Dower fifth-grader Kloe Salazar and Hillside paraeducator Marie Lanham were recently honored for their work with safety patrol.

CPSD to hold second community budget forum
May 18, 2016
The public is invited to learn about CPSD’s 2016-17 budget at a community forum May 25 at 6 p.m.

Clover Park High School’s Arlington Project opens May 25
May 17, 2016
The opening ceremony for Clover Park High School’s Arlington Project is Wednesday, May 25 at 5 p.m.

Employees of the Year selected for Clover Park School Dist
May 10, 2016
Three CPSD employees were honored as Employees of the Year at a districtwide celebration on May 9.

Student nutrition department seeks public comment
May 5, 2016
CPSD’s student nutrition department is sponsoring a nutrition advisory meeting on May 17.

Lakewood business owner honored with school award
May 3, 2016
Lakewood business owner James Guerrero was honored with a Community Leadership Award on April 29.

Native American Education Program forum, May 4
May 2, 2016
Learn more about Clover Park School District’s Native American Education Program at a public forum on May 4.

CPSD students earn awards at state science fair
Apr 29, 2016
CPSD students earned awards at the Washington State Science and Engineering Fair this month in Bremerton.

Alfaretta students make a difference by helping others
Apr 26, 2016
Alfaretta Transition Program students regularly help in the local community.

Lakes senior receives full golf caddy scholarship
Apr 21, 2016
Lakes High School senior Paul Littlejohn has received a full, four-year golf caddy scholarship.

Five CPSD schools honored with Washington Achievement Awards
Apr 20, 2016
Five Clover Park School District schools have won Washington Achievement Awards.

Start and Dismissal Times for the 2016-17 School Year
Apr 14, 2016
Aug. 31, 2016, the start and dismissal times for many schools in Clover Park School District (CPSD) will change.

Kindergarten registration begins April 25
Apr 8, 2016
CPSD elementary schools will register new kindergartners for the 2016-17 school year beginning April 25.

District to pilot student bus rider ID system
Apr 8, 2016
CPSD is considering a school bus rider ID system that will monitor when students enter or exit district school buses.

Board changes meeting date
Apr 4, 2016
The CPSD board will meet Monday, April 11 at 6 p.m., instead of on Monday, April 18 as previously scheduled.

Lakes senior earns scholarship to Princeton University
Mar 31, 2016
Kadence Mitchell has earned a full four-year scholarship to Princeton University.

Community Budget Forum, March 30
Mar 24, 2016
Come learn about CPSD’s 2016-17 draft budget at a community forum on Wednesday, March 30 at 6 p.m.

CPSD students earn awards at South Sound Science Fair
Mar 24, 2016
CPSD students earned awards at the South Sound Regional Science and Engineering Fair March 19.

Open Doors program helps students achieve success
Mar 18, 2016
The Open Doors program is having a big impact on students who didn’t succeed in a traditional class setting.

Lochburn Unified Team wins gold at state competition
Mar 16, 2016
The Lochburn Middle School Unified Basketball team won gold at the Special Olympics Winter Games.

District STEM Fair winners recognized
Mar 15, 2016
Eighty-five students were recognized at the Clover Park School District STEM awards on March 7 at Clover Park High School.

Clover Park High School students earn Act Six Scholarships
Feb 29, 2016
CPHS seniors Tyler Bosser, Julie Waruguru and Isaiah Huey have earned full-tuition, full-need Act Six scholarships.

CPSD recognized for exemplary career guidance programs
Feb 23, 2016
The district and its secondary schools have received the Career Guidance Award of Excellence.

CPHS athlete wins Girl’s Wrestling State Title
Feb 22, 2016
Clover Park High School senior Lourdes Faletagoai earned the 2016 girl’s wrestling state champion title in the 235 pound category.

Educational Programs and Operations Levy Passes
Feb 19, 2016
The election results from the Feb. 9 educational programs and operations replacement levy

Lakes’ DECA program achieves gold-level re-certification
Feb 8, 2016
Lakes' business club, DECA, has earned gold-level re-certification for the high school’s student store.

Friendship program helps military students stay connected
Feb 2, 2016
A friendship program started at Rainier Elementary helps military students stay connected with each other.

Judges needed for Feb. 20 STEM Fair
Feb 1, 2016
Many volunteers are needed as judges for the STEM Fair on Feb. 20.

Public invited to review English language arts materials
Jan 25, 2016
Community members are invited to review new instructional materials being considered for adoption.

School Board Schedules Planning Meeting
Jan 20, 2016
The CPSD Board of Directors will hold a two-day annual planning meeting Jan 22-23.

School-based health centers now at Harrison Prep and Mann
Jan 15, 2016
Military-connect students at Harrison Prep and Mann MS now have access to school-based health centers.

Families invited to learn about high school options
Dec 16, 2015
CPSD's high schools will host free, information meetings about high school programs for eighth-grade families.

New online food services payment system benefits families
Dec 14, 2015
The district recently introduced a new online payment system to easily manage food service accounts.

Ten CPSD teachers earn National Board Certification
Dec 10, 2015
Clover Park School District is the second largest district in Pierce County with newly certified teachers

Six CPSD schools named 2015 Schools of Distinction
Dec 8, 2015
Six Clover Park School District schools were named 2015 Schools of Distinction.

Board adds special meetings
Nov 30, 2015
The Clover Park School District Board of Directors will hold special meetings/workshops on Dec. 14 and 16.

Community Perception Survey Results Released
Nov 30, 2015
Clover Park School District officials recently released results from a telephone community perception survey.

Board changes special meeting date
Nov 25, 2015
The CPSD board will hold a special meeting at 5 p.m., Monday, Dec. 7 at the Student Services Center

AP Capstone program to challenge students to succeed
Nov 20, 2015
CPHS will be an Advanced Placement Capstone school for the 2016-17 school year.

Students participate in after-school science program
Nov 17, 2015
Nearly 30 Dower Elementary third- through fifth-graders are participating in a science extended-day program.

Board adds special meeting
Nov 17, 2015
The CPSD of Directors will hold a special meeting/workshop at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 19.

District seeks for and against committee applicants
Nov 12, 2015
CPSD is seeking applicants to write "for" or "against" voter pamphlet statements related to the February levy.

Board approves replacement levy proposal
Nov 10, 2015
CPSD's board voted to submit a proposal for a replacement, four-year educational programs and operations levy.

Hillside kindergartners benefit from donated books
Nov 3, 2015
Hillside Elementary kindergartners recently received books from Blue Star Families.

Tillicum Head Start students receive books
Oct 29, 2015
Tillicum Head Start students have new books thanks to a grant from the Molina Foundation.

CPSD employee named School Social Worker of the Year
Oct 26, 2015
CPSD Special Education social worker Sydney Sakamoto has been named the 2015 School Social Worker of the Year.

CPHS Girls Swim Team wins state scholastic award
Oct 19, 2015
CPHS' Girls Swim Team received the Dairy Farmers of Washington/Les Schwab Tires Scholastic Award.

JBLM Family Recognized for Volunteering
Oct 16, 2015
The Pogoncheff family on JBLM was recognized Oct. 12 as the National Volunteer Family of the Year.

District launches new app for families
Oct 14, 2015
Clover Park has a new app that gives parents easier access to students’ info, school calendars and more.

School Starts at New Early Learning Program
Oct 6, 2015
Students started school at the new Early Learning Program on Sept. 17 for Head Start and Sept. 21 for ECEAP.

State Legislator Tours Schools in District
Oct 6, 2015
State Rep. Christine Kilduff, 28th Legislative District, toured Custer, Oakbrook, and Hudtloff.

Impact Aid surveys due Oct. 9
Sep 25, 2015
The 2015-16 Impact Aid annual surveys are due back on Friday, Oct. 9.

Beachwood Elementary Grand Opening Celebration
Sep 22, 2015
CPSD will host a grand opening celebration for the new Beachwood Elementary School on Sept. 22 at 4:30 p.m.

Come celebrate the opening of Four Heroes Elementary!
Sep 1, 2015
Community members are invited to attend the grand opening for Four Heroes Elementary on Sep 10 from 6-7:30 pm.

Community perception survey to be conducted
Sep 1, 2015
CPSD to conduct a survey among the community regarding impressions and opinions of the school district.

Clover Park vs. Lakes football game, Sept. 4
Sep 1, 2015
The Clover Park vs. Lakes football game will take place this Friday, Sept. 4 at 7 p.m. at Harry Lang Stadium.

Board adds special meeting
Aug 24, 2015
The Clover Park School District Board of Directors will hold a special meeting at 5 p.m., Monday, Aug. 31.

DoD Grant to help improve student achievement
Aug 15, 2015
CPSD has been awarded a five-year grant from the DoD to help improve student achievement and behavior.

Board schedules meetings for 2015-16 school year
Aug 15, 2015
Clover Park School District’s Board of Directors announced their meeting schedule for the 2015-16 school year.

Full-day kindergarten to be offered at all elementary
Aug 11, 2015
CPSD will provide full-day kindergarten at all elementary schools for the 2015-16 school year.

School board adds special meeting/workshop
Aug 3, 2015
Board of Directors will meet in a special meeting/workshop at 5 pm, Aug. 10, before the regular meeting.

Ready to Learn Fair prepares students for school
Aug 1, 2015
Caring for Kids “Ready to Learn Fair” is set for Aug. 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lochburn Middle School.

CPSD announces school and administrative changes
Aug 1, 2015
A number of school and administrative changes went into effect on July 1.

DOD Announces Grant for a new Evergreen Elementary
Jul 20, 2015
DOD's Office of Economic Adjustment has awarded a grant to CPSD to rebuild Evergreen Elementary on JBLM.

Board adds special meeting
Jul 13, 2015
The Clover Park School District Board of Directors will hold a special meeting at 5 p.m., Monday, July 20.