Federal Way Public Schools

Twin Lakes Elementary School is a learning center that provides educational opportunities for students in pre-kindergarten through grade five. The school has a parent-teacher association that offers financial assistance to the school by organizing various fundraising activities. Twin Lakes Elementary School s curriculum includes reading, writing, math, science, social studies, computer technology, art, music and physical education. In addition, the school provides food services to students. It is a part of Federal Way Public Schools, which operates more than 30 elementary, middle and high schools in kindergarten through grade 12. Twin Lakes Elementary School has been operational since 1968 and is located in Federal Way, Wash.

Established in 1993, Green Gables Elementary School enrolls students in kindergarten through grade five. Its academic curriculum includes various subjects, such as English, mathematics, social studies and science. The school offers learning assistance, integrated kindergarten, extended learning, gifted and talented education, safety patrol, elementary track and tutoring programs. It also houses self-contained special education and before- and after-school day care programs. The school additionally provides instruction in music and physical education. It has a parent-teacher association that conducts several fundraising events, such as auctions, inkjet cartridge recycling, Box Tops for Education and walkathons. Green Gables Elementary School is a part of Federal Way Public Schools and is located in Federal Way, Wash.

Decatur High School, established in 1976, is a secondary school serving students in grades nine through 12. The school has an enrollment of more than 1,500 students and is a part of the Federal Way School District. It offers advanced placement courses in biology, calculus, English language and composition, English literature, French, physics, statistics, the United States History and world history. Its career and technical education program includes courses in American Sign Language interpreting, auto mechanics, business education, commercial photography, design technology, horticulture, marketing, sports medicine and woodworking. The school s mascot is golden gators and its colors are navy blue and gold. It provides various extracurricular activities, such as math club, newspaper, reach club, band, choir, orchestra, chess club, debate and yearbook. The school has athletic teams in basketball, soccer, wrestling and gymnastics. Decatur High School is located in Federal Way, Wash., and is accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges.