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WHO WE ARE

Valhalla Elementary, home of the Voyagers, is located in Auburn’s Star Lake neighborhood and serves scholars in grades K-5. Our mission is that in an environment of high expectations, high support, and no excuses, the staff of Valhalla Elementary will continually learn, lead, utilize data, and collaborate to ensure our scholars have a voice, a dream, and a bright future. We strive to be SAFE, KIND AND PRODUCTIVE and help students be successful with this by explicitly teaching behavior expectations for all areas in the school, including within our classrooms, and by rewarding students demonstrating positive behavior choices with Valhalla Bucket tickets. Scholars also benefit from an array of school activities and clubs to enhance their learning.

EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Highly Capable Referral Window Now Open

The Federal Way Public Schools Highly Capable Program referral window is open through Nov. 27, 2024.

DiscoverU Week, October 7-11

During DiscoverU Week, FWPS scholars in grades PK-12 will participate in a week of college and career exploration activities.

Disability History and Awareness Month

Disability History and Awareness Month takes place during October to increase awareness, respect, and acceptance for people with disabilities, and to bring a greater sense of pride to people with disabilities.

WA Department of Health Safety Study Hall

Visit the Washington Department of Health Safety Study Hall website, a place for schools, students, and families to learn about health and safety topics.

Learning Partnership Guide 2024-25

What will my child learn this year? What tools are available to support my child’s learning? This and more can be found in the Learning Partnership Guide available now in multiple languages!

National Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month

September 15 marks the beginning of National Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, a time when our district and schools acknowledge the contributions, achievements, histories, and vibrant cultures of individuals of Hispanic or Latinx descent from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central, and South America.

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School Open House Nights

School Open House Nights will be Sept. 17-19, 2024. Please be sure to attend these important events.

Dr. Pfeiffer Welcomes You to the 2024-25 School Year

Each year brings fresh opportunities to learn and grow. Watch or read this special back-to-school message from Superintendent Dr. Dani Pfeiffer as she shared what we can look forward to in the new school year.

WATCH: Why FWPS Scholars, Staff, and Families Are Excited About This School Year

The 2024-25 school year is here! Watch this video to learn why scholars, staff, and families are excited about the new school year.

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FWPS Welcomes New Certificated Staff Members at the Fifth Annual Breakfast

On Monday, August 19, Federal Way Public Schools hosted its fifth annual New to FWPS Breakfast at the Federal Way Performing Arts and Events Center, warmly welcoming over 140 new certificated staff members to the district.

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Building Better Habits for Success: Your Guide to Positive Changes

Learn about our short list of the most powerful habits students can form and ways to get started, backed by FWPS subject experts.

Back to School Resource Hub

FWPS returns to school on Tuesday, September 3. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2024-25 school year.

Get Ahead With This School Year Checklist

Make preparing for the school year a manageable process to experience a smooth and informed transition for your family, and of course, your FWPS scholar.

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FWPSProud: FWPS Scholars End the School Year, Ready for Successful Transitions

Schools across the district celebrated major milestone transitions with various celebrations and ceremonies to honor scholars and their next steps as they continue pursuing their bright futures!

Get Started on These Health Related Tasks For Your Child

Everyone is excited about summer break, but before you put next school year’s tasks on the back burner, we’d like to remind you about a few health-related items to plan for now.

Congratulations, FWPS retirees!

Congratulations, FWPS retirees! We want to take a moment to acknowledge our classified and certified employees who retire at the end of this school year.

LGBTQ+ Pride Month 2024

In June, we celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month, dedicating this time to affirming the identities that create our strong and diverse district. During this month, we focus on the importance of creating space for our scholars, staff, and community to show up as their authentic selves. Scholars feel most empowered to do their best learning when they are comfortable being themselves.

Read More about LGBTQ+ Pride Month 2024

FWPSProud: Breakfast in the Classroom Program is Producing Positive Outcomes

Since the start of the 2023-24 school year, students at Rainier View Elementary have been eating breakfast in class. This change came after adopting the Breakfast in the Classroom program, and the shift has brought positive results.

Washington SUN Bucks Summer EBT Program

Beginning this summer of 2024, the state of Washington will launch a new Summer EBT program called SUN Bucks. The program will provide families with $120 for each eligible school-aged child to buy food when school is out.

CTE Scholar Showcase, May 22

Join us on Wednesday, May 22, from 6-7:30 p.m. at Thomas Jefferson High School to celebrate the brilliance of middle and high school CTE scholars. The event includes scholar booths, special experiences, and more!

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FWPS Attendance Cup Leaderboard

Check our weekly school attendance leaderboard for the highest 5-day attendance and the most improved 5-day attendance from the previous week.

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Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2024

May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, a time our district and schools recognize the contributions and celebrate the many diverse and vibrant cultures of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders.

Camelot and Meredith Hill kindergartners gather at Bellevue College.

FWPSProud: All FWPS Kindergartners Are Going to College!

For the 2023-24 school year and beyond, all FWPS kindergarteners will visit a college campus as part of a new initiative to expand K-12 college and career readiness.

National Arab American Heritage Month 2024

April is Arab American Heritage Month, a time our district and schools celebrate the Arab American heritage and culture and pay tribute to the contributions of Arab and Arabic-speaking Americans.

Scholar Art In the City

Federal Way Public Schools launched the Scholar Art in the City initiative to showcase the artistic talents of scholars in local businesses and organizations.