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Puget Sound Skills Center
18010 8th Avenue South Burien, WA 98148

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Monday-Friday: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Puget Sound Skills Center
18010 8th Avenue South Burien, WA 98148

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Welcome to Puget Sound Skills Center

Check out our PSSC video to learn more about our school and what we have to offer. 

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Class Act 

Our student-run restaurant is now open to the public.  

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Apply to Puget Sound Skills Center!

Online registration for current sophomores and juniors opens February 6 for the 2023-24 School Year.

Enrollment support events will be held on January 25 and February 15 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

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We are committed to ongoing, two-way communication. We want to know if you are getting the information you want and need. Help us meet your expectations for strong communication by taking a brief survey to give us your feedback.

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Effective and clear communication is critical for the success of our students and schools. We are excited to announce that we are adopting a new form of school-to-home communication in Highline called ParentSquare

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Similar to school districts across our region, we are facing a significant budget shortfall in the coming years due to declining enrollment, rising costs and the end of ESSER funds. Although we are grateful to our state legislators for some funding increases, the additional funding passed this session is far less than our expected expenditures. See a breakdown of the numbers. 

Cloud Computing Class Coming to PSSC Next Fall

Puget Sound Skills Center is proud to announce the launch of a new class in our high school curriculum – Cloud Computing and Hardware! This exciting course is perfect for 11th and 12th grade students who are interested in exploring the world of computing. 

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Congratulations Class of 2023! As you prepare to embark on the next chapter of your lives, we want to celebrate your achievements and showcase your unique talents and goals. We invite you to complete our Social Media Senior Spotlight Nomination Form.  This is your chance to share your story and inspire others in our community. 

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PSSC is hosting an in-person application event on Tuesday, May 2 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. PSSC staff will be available to assist if you would like help with applying.

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The safety and well-being of our students and staff is our top priority. In light of recent events and an increased social climate of concern for safety, we want to share how we as a district communicate during and after safety incidents.

Our Mission

Preparing our students with skills and knowledge for success in college, career and citizenship.

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