Performance Report

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10-12

Facility

Opened in 1972. Remodeled in 1986.

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Highlight for 23-24

All consortium schools will be offered the opportunity to tour and engage with PSSC so they may gain knowledge of our programs.
All Consortium middle school students toured our facilities to see what opportunities are available at PSSC.
Educators took field trips to Cascadia Skill Center to determine what tools and strategies PSSC can implement to improve the learning environment.
Educators expanded their knowledge by attending conferences to gain insight on best practices, new tools, strategies, and skills to help support all students and improve student outcomes.
Expanding programs by adding Pharmacy Tech. this school year.
Incorporating Financial Literacy into our lessons to teach students fiscal responsibility.
Building community partnerships with colleges, businesses, and industry.
Community events throughout the year to bring families on campus to highlight student

Highlights for 24-25

Emphasized technical reading and writing to analyze complex texts and produce clear, structured, and purpose-driven documentation.
Conducted 22 schools visit PSSC for potential enrollment.
Conducted 9 school site visits educating students of College and Careers.
17/24 of our instructors engaged in a Coaching Cycle.
Had two Guest speakers share their family history and stories of Japanese Internment Camps.
119 students participated in the ASVAB Test.
Two successful Community Advisory Board Meetings.
PSSC first annual FutureU.
Construction has built five tiny homes to date for the unhoused community.
Quote from student: “I really like PSSC because of its sense of community, belonging and diversity.”
95% of students feel supported and respected by staff and other students.
98% pass rate for the Para Pro Assessment.
100 students in the Auto Tech Program passed their AES certification in one or more areas.
PSSC held their Second Annual Car Show and Carnival to celebrate students work.
99% of students were successful in their program and earned equivalency credits in English, Math, and Science.
100% of students passed their OSA certificates.
58 Obtained their CNA Certification
2 Programs offered College in the High School. With more to follow.
Continued Partnership with the University of Washington and the Washington Education Association around Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Access. This aims to enhance school culture and improve students' sense of belonging.
Facilitated regular classroom meetings to foster a culture of belonging, inclusivity, and student voice within the learning environment.
Partnered with Hazel Valley second graders for career exploration.
Guest speakers came in and shared their stories and experience with racism during Black Lives Matter Week and Black History Month.
Our Career Fair helped students prepare by offering interview practice and resume-building workshops.
Leadership academy helped students build a sense of community by participating in a variety of team building activities.
Nursing and Dental students participated in the Health Occupation Students of America competition and placed in the top six, with 1 making it to Nationals.
All Teaching Academy students participated in an internship at a HPS School.
Partnership with Muckleshoot for Marine and Environmental education.

Plans for 2025-26

Building Strong Partnerships & Community Connections
PSSC partners with 43 home schools across the region to provide comprehensive student support services and ensure seamless coordination between our programs and students' sending schools.
Our counseling team maintains consistent communication with partner school counselors through regular updates on student outcomes and collaborative planning sessions.
Students engaged actively with 30+ community partners during our College & Career Fair, with 88% of students connecting with at least one partner organization.
Enhanced Student Support Systems
Implemented a comprehensive Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) serving 907 students, including specialized services for multilingual learners (26% of our population) and students with disabilities (17% of our population).
Delivered 585 minutes of targeted instruction per student through Business Friday lessons, Leadership Academy sessions, and Career & College rotations focused on skill development and future readiness.
Achieved remarkable academic improvement with 83% of students with no credits (NCs) improving their grades between Q1 and Q3, demonstrating the effectiveness of our targeted interventions.
Celebrating Student Success & Building Positive Culture
Recognized over 265 unique students through 9 School of the Month celebrations as part of our Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program.
Awarded $34,000 in scholarships to PSSC students through partnerships with PSSC Foundation and Highline Schools Foundation.
Achieved 98% of seniors successfully identifying their next career step, ensuring students are prepared for post-graduation success.
Comprehensive Crisis Support & Safety
Provided individualized support through 293 student meetings, 63 attendance contracts (with 57% showing improved attendance), and comprehensive safety planning when needed.
Maintained a safe learning environment through proactive crisis intervention, including suicide risk assessments, safety plans, and coordination with external support services.
Increased student familiarity with their Individual Readiness Certificates (IRCs) from 86% to 92%, ensuring students understand their pathway to graduation and career readiness.

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HOW HIGHLINE DISTRICT DOLLARS ARE INVESTED (%)
Area	Percentage
Teaching & Learning	74%
Support Services	13%
Central Admin	7%
Principal’s Office	6%

Source: Actual 2019-20 expenditures as of January 2021.

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