Sarah Kehoe

Cindy Marlatt designed a nine peice set for The Art Institute of Seattle's student fashion show.

Kent resident’s work to appear in local fashion show

Cindy Marlatt woke up one day and decided it wasn't too late to go for her dreams.

Cindy Marlatt designed a nine peice set for The Art Institute of Seattle's student fashion show.
Jalen White

Cutting Edge Classroom Part I- Teachers and technology

It wasn't too long ago when classroom instruction was almost devoid of any technology.

Jalen White
Highline Community College ESL instructor Linda Louie wears a Halo brace to recover from a neck injury.

Kent teacher bounces back after accident

This year, Feb. 22 wasn't just a normal day for Kent resident Linda Louie.

Highline Community College ESL instructor Linda Louie wears a Halo brace to recover from a neck injury.
Kamron Winchester

Harlem Globetrotter guard Blenda Rodriguez performs for Park Orchard Elementary students | Slide Show

Harlem Globetrotter guard Blenda Rodriguez had about 500 Park Orchard Elementary students captivated on Feb.17 when he performed some of the team’s signature tricks and signed autographs.

Kamron Winchester
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A new solution in patient care opens in Kent | Doctors Express

A business hoping to redefine the urgent care experience for patients and physicians opened in Kent Jan. 28.

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Kent School District is no longer closing schools

Kent School District staff are no longer talking about shutting down two elementary schools for the 2012-2013 school year.

Kentridge High School sophomore Chase Bublitz gets ready to dive into the water during practice Feb.10 at the Lindbergh High School pool. Bublitz is competing in the Class 4A state championships Feb. 17-18 in Federal Way.

Kentridge swimmer gets ready for state | State Swim

Kentridge’s Chase Bublitz is not settling for good enough at this year’s state swim championships.

Kentridge High School sophomore Chase Bublitz gets ready to dive into the water during practice Feb.10 at the Lindbergh High School pool. Bublitz is competing in the Class 4A state championships Feb. 17-18 in Federal Way.

Kent students receive aerospace scholarship

About four High school students in Kent received scholarships to participate in the Washington Aerospace Scholars Program.

Kent School District announces 2012 National Board Certified Teachers

Kent School District staff congratulated 25 teachers certified by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards for 2012, at a board meeting Feb.8. Becoming a National Board Certified Teacher is one of the highest honors an educator can achieve.

Kent School District's 2012 Class of National Board Certified Teachers celebrate together at a school board meeting Feb. 8.

Kent School District announces 2012 National Board Certified Teachers

Kent School District staff congratulated 25 teachers certified by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards for 2012, at a board meeting Feb.8. Becoming a National Board Certified Teacher is one of the highest honors an educator can achieve.

Kent School District's 2012 Class of National Board Certified Teachers celebrate together at a school board meeting Feb. 8.

Local students receive aerospace scholarship

About four High school students in Kent received scholarships to participate in the Washington Aerospace Scholars Program.

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A new solution in patient care comes to Kent

A business hoping to redefine the urgent care experience for patients and physicians opened in Kent Jan. 28.

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Two schools in Kent School District in review for closing

The Kent School District is considering closing Jenkins Creek and Cedar Valley Elementary Schools for the 2012-2013 school year.

Kent-Meridian High School teacher Lisa Clarke is congratulated by President Jimmy Carter for receiving the 2011 World Affairs Council’s World Educator Award.

Kent-Meridian teacher recognized by a president

President Jimmy Carter congratulated Kent-Meridian High School teacher Lisa Clarke during a school assembly Jan. 31.

Kent-Meridian High School teacher Lisa Clarke is congratulated by President Jimmy Carter for receiving the 2011 World Affairs Council’s World Educator Award.
Felicia Chen Rogers created a program called Joy on Ice for disabled children.

Kent resident uses skills to help others

Felicia Chen Rogers, 16, wants everyone to experience the joy she feels when she skates on the ice.

Felicia Chen Rogers created a program called Joy on Ice for disabled children.

Local educators weigh in on Supreme Court’s education ruling

Many educators in Kent say they can't wait until 2018 to receive the funds they need to properly educate their students.

Kent School District to host college event for students

The Kent School District is showing students they can attend a college or university, despite financial obstacles.

Vincent Oywak travels to the Republic of South Sudan for his work as a manger for Sudan Microfinance Institution.

From Sudan to America and back once again for Covington man

Vincent Oywak fled from a war-torn Sudan to make a better life for himself and his family in the United States.

Vincent Oywak travels to the Republic of South Sudan for his work as a manger for Sudan Microfinance Institution.
Seattle Thunderbirds spoke to students about bullying. From left to right: Tyler Alos

T-Bird players speak to elementary students

Seattle Thunderbirds players told around 400 elementary students bullying wasn't cool.

Seattle Thunderbirds spoke to students about bullying. From left to right: Tyler Alos
Members of the Kent-Meridian Black Student Union pose on Dec. 20

Students of every color invited to Kent-Meridian’s new club

Every Tuesday night, laughter, music and voices are heard in a classroom at Kent-Meridian High School, well after school is over.

Members of the Kent-Meridian Black Student Union pose on Dec. 20