Highlights
Find out what's happening with DiscoverWorks programs.
Around the World Without Leaving Wahluke
One day, students are learning about the Dominican Republic. The next, they're discovering a new country, trying unfamiliar foods, and exploring traditions from around the world. And they're doing it all without leaving Wahluke. Through DiscoverWorks, students in the...
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Through partnerships with organizations like Tacoma Arts Live and the YMCA, students in Clover Park’s DiscoverWorks program explored art, dance, science, and puppetry through hands-on projects and weekly field trips. Along the way, students had opportunities to try something new, build on what they were learning, and make memories with their peers.
Ready Before the First Bell
For many students, the first day of a new school year brings a mix of excitement and uncertainty. A new grade can mean new academic expectations, unfamiliar teachers, different classmates and sometimes an entirely new school building. But as students across Washington...
A Head Start on High School
Starting high school can feel overwhelming, but Tacoma Public Schools helped rising 9th graders build confidence before the first day through DiscoverWorks. Students at Lincoln High School got familiar with the building, connected with future classmates and teachers, participated in hands-on learning, and earned CTE credit, while easing the transition into high school.
Where Learning Reflects Home
In Sunnyside, summer learning looks a lot like the community itself. It happens in two languages. It happens around a table, measuring tortillas and connecting fractions to the way families cook at home. It happens through art, cooking, and hands-on activities that...
More Than Summer Learning: DiscoverWorks Is Sparking Confidence, Curiosity, and Connection Across Washington
Long before the first math problem is solved or the day's adventure begins, there's already something different about DiscoverWorks. Something special. Students spill through school doors eager to see friends. Teachers greet familiar faces returning for another day of...
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The full-day summer program is provided at no cost to families. To participate in 2026, schools had to meet several eligibility requirements, including having at least 50% of their students qualify for free lunch.
School meal applications and family income surveys help schools identify resources and funding opportunities that benefit students.
This fall, families may be asked to complete one of these forms. Taking a few minutes to respond can help schools access important resources to support student learning.
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At DiscoverWorks, students have time to choose books that interest them, follow their curiosity, and build their reading skills throughout the summer.
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In DiscoverWorks classrooms, students have opportunities to ask questions, share ideas, and take an active role in their learning.
Every question and idea helps build a classroom where students can learn with and from one another.
What helps your student feel excited to learn?
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