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440 South 186th Street Burien, WA 98148

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Big Picture
440 South 186th Street Burien, WA 98148

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Welcome to Big Picture

Enrollment Now Open through January 31

Don't miss a chance to apply for the 2025-26 school year. Save the date for info sessions to learn more about our school and programs. 

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Latest News

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We are piloting new materials for health for grades 6-12--and we want your input! Your voice is important as we select new instructional materials. Explore materials online and give feedback by March 7. 

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Students across Highline are busy reading! In the last 90 days, Highline students checked out 14,048 books using Sora, Highline’s free eBook and audiobook platform.Check out what's trending with students! Families can support a love of reading by exploring books together, listening to audiobooks, and encouraging kids to choose stories that excite them. Students can access Sora anytime through ClassLink—happy reading!

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At Highline Public Schools, we are committed to transforming our district to ensure every student experiences true belonging and academic success within their neighborhood school. By integrating services and resources, our inclusion model supports diverse learning needs while fostering belonging. With a phased cohort approach, we expand these practices, celebrate milestones like unified sports, and improve academic outcomes. Join us in advancing inclusion for every student.

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We are redesigning our middle and high schools to better support every student. Through listening sessions and pilot programs, we are focusing on real-world relevance and instructional rigor. Learn how each high school is taking steps to make learning more meaningful and engaging.

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Teachers at our secondary schools have created detailed course syllabi to support student learning. Each syllabus outlines course expectations, content descriptions, and the academic standards students will master by the end of the term. Access the course syllabi directory, organized by school, subject and then teacher name.  

Choose Your Path with Schools of Choice

Your future begins with a choice. Whether you're drawn to the thrill of maritime studies, the wonders of aerospace, or the flexibility of virtual learning, you have options. Start your journey today. Explore the pathways and opportunities that Highline’s Schools and Programs of Choice offer.

Choose Your Path with Schools of Choice

Your future begins with a choice. Whether you're drawn to the thrill of maritime studies, the wonders of aerospace, or the flexibility of virtual learning, you have options.  Start your journey today. Explore the pathways and opportunities that Highline’s Schools and Programs of Choice offer.

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Join next year's sports by registering through FinalForms. Initial practices for middle and high school sports start as early as June 3, 2024. Register early and have time to complete physicals and documentation.

Graduation

We look forward to celebrating our graduates this year. Ceremonies will be at ShoWare Center and the Highline Performing Arts Center. Please read arrival information for each venue. 

Our Mission

Big Picture Schools uses internships, apprenticeships and rigorous, interest-based projects to immerse students in work they are passionate about to develop the skills, habits and knowledge to succeed in higher education, overcome obstacles to their wellbeing, and contribute positively to their communities. 

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