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WELCOME TO FEDERAL WAY HIGH SCHOOL
Federal Way High School will increase our on-time graduation rate, improve college and career readiness, and provide a safe, supportive, and equitable learning environment for all scholars.
Life After High School College and Career Fair, October 23
Attend the annual college and career fair to explore 2- and 4-year colleges and universities, military academies, apprenticeships, and more! Workshops, panel discussions, and open labs are also available to help you chart your future!
ENROLL IN OUR SCHOOL
We are a wonderfully diverse school district, situated in south King County, and we're excited to have your child enroll in our school.
WELCOME TO THE 2025-26 SCHOOL YEAR.
Find all the resources you need for a successful start to a year of growth and learning.
EARLY RELEASE FRIDAY
Friday is early release and schools are let out 75 minutes early
Here Today, Ready for Tomorrow!
Attending school every day is a great opportunity to support learning & the growth of the whole child.
Who We are Container
WHO WE ARE
Federal Way High School will increase our on-time graduation rate, improve college and career readiness, and provide a safe, supportive, and equitable learning environment for all scholars.
EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
![Federal Way Scholars Explore the Future of Technology During Computer Science Education Week]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765585051/fwpsorg/b4csv0zppdvyswqniia7/2025ComputerScienceEducationWeek.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765585051/fwpsorg/b4csv0zppdvyswqniia7/2025ComputerScienceEducationWeek.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1765585051/fwpsorg/b4csv0zppdvyswqniia7/2025ComputerScienceEducationWeek.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1765585051/fwpsorg/b4csv0zppdvyswqniia7/2025ComputerScienceEducationWeek.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1765585051/fwpsorg/b4csv0zppdvyswqniia7/2025ComputerScienceEducationWeek.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765585051/fwpsorg/b4csv0zppdvyswqniia7/2025ComputerScienceEducationWeek.png","width":1920}])
Federal Way Public Schools celebrated Computer Science Education Week from December 8 through December 12, uniting all FWPS schools with students around the globe who are participating in the worldwide Hour of Code and Hour of AI. This annual event introduces learners to the foundations of computer science and artificial intelligence in a fun and accessible way, reinforcing that anyone can learn the basics.
![Because of You Award!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1700096592/fwpsorg/dvkxva5swvqkxtzebi7e/BecauseofYouThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1700096592/fwpsorg/dvkxva5swvqkxtzebi7e/BecauseofYouThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1700096592/fwpsorg/dvkxva5swvqkxtzebi7e/BecauseofYouThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1700096592/fwpsorg/dvkxva5swvqkxtzebi7e/BecauseofYouThumbnail.png","width":1080}])
Calling all scholars in grades 3-12: Nominate a staff member for the Because of You Award!
![Good News December 9, 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1700090930/fwpsorg/kbsrjfqqkldxcdz3owmv/GNAThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1700090930/fwpsorg/kbsrjfqqkldxcdz3owmv/GNAThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1700090930/fwpsorg/kbsrjfqqkldxcdz3owmv/GNAThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1700090930/fwpsorg/kbsrjfqqkldxcdz3owmv/GNAThumbnail.png","width":1080}])
We’re #FWPSProud of our phenomenal scholars, staff, and community members and love recognizing them during the Good News Announcements at our board meetings!
![Attend Family Academy: Healthy Minds, Healthy Families on Dec. 11]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763662133/fwpsorg/dbasds1m54ngleywqi9u/BlogThumbnail-HealthyMindsHealthyFamilies.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763662133/fwpsorg/dbasds1m54ngleywqi9u/BlogThumbnail-HealthyMindsHealthyFamilies.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763662133/fwpsorg/dbasds1m54ngleywqi9u/BlogThumbnail-HealthyMindsHealthyFamilies.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763662133/fwpsorg/dbasds1m54ngleywqi9u/BlogThumbnail-HealthyMindsHealthyFamilies.png","width":1080}])
Join us to support your child's physical, mental, digital, social, and emotional health. Through workshops, learn how to grow fresh food for your family, manage stress, navigate screen time and digital safety, foster a growth mindset in math, and more!
![FWPS Food and Meals Assistance Resources]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761929121/fwpsorg/x2egvz2ddyjicioxtfoo/FinalsiteBlogThumbnailTemplate.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761929121/fwpsorg/x2egvz2ddyjicioxtfoo/FinalsiteBlogThumbnailTemplate.png","width":500}])
To support FWPS families and the community, we’ve added additional food banks, community meal sites, and food assistance resources to the FWPS Community Resources webpage.
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WHAT WE OFFER
CTE PROGRAMS
FWPS offers Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses at select middle schools and all four comprehensive high schools. CTE courses enable scholars in grades 6-12 to explore various fields of interest, connect their learning with the real-world, and gain important skills necessary for life after high school and future careers.
AVID
Federal Way High School is an Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) National Demonstration School.
CAMBRIDGE
Cambridge Assessment International Education prepares school students for life, helping them develop an informed curiosity and a lasting passion for learning.
AFJROTC
At Federal Way’s Air Force JROTC, we believe in integrity, service, and excellence. We strive to be our best possible selves and to help others along the way.
