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![Image with a rainbow band in the corner with a text that reads Pride Month 2026 with the FWPS logo in the center]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780518118/fwpsorg/he1qyvu0q3gs4i6coyzv/PrideMonthBannerNoText.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780518118/fwpsorg/he1qyvu0q3gs4i6coyzv/PrideMonthBannerNoText.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780518118/fwpsorg/he1qyvu0q3gs4i6coyzv/PrideMonthBannerNoText.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780518118/fwpsorg/he1qyvu0q3gs4i6coyzv/PrideMonthBannerNoText.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1780518118/fwpsorg/he1qyvu0q3gs4i6coyzv/PrideMonthBannerNoText.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780518118/fwpsorg/he1qyvu0q3gs4i6coyzv/PrideMonthBannerNoText.png","width":1920}])
In June, we recognize LGBTQ+ Pride Month, a time to celebrate the diverse and vibrant identities that strengthen our district.
![a student looks over a straw hat passed around during the AANHPI assembly]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779835529/fwpsorg/umyfcnn638tyosvawrqb/2026-05-15PNLAANHPIAssemblyBoardRecognitionStaff-8585.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1779835529/fwpsorg/umyfcnn638tyosvawrqb/2026-05-15PNLAANHPIAssemblyBoardRecognitionStaff-8585.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1779835529/fwpsorg/umyfcnn638tyosvawrqb/2026-05-15PNLAANHPIAssemblyBoardRecognitionStaff-8585.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1779835529/fwpsorg/umyfcnn638tyosvawrqb/2026-05-15PNLAANHPIAssemblyBoardRecognitionStaff-8585.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1779835529/fwpsorg/umyfcnn638tyosvawrqb/2026-05-15PNLAANHPIAssemblyBoardRecognitionStaff-8585.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1779835529/fwpsorg/umyfcnn638tyosvawrqb/2026-05-15PNLAANHPIAssemblyBoardRecognitionStaff-8585.jpg","width":2200}])
Panther Lake Elementary’s gym filled with energy and pride as scholars celebrated Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month during their assembly.
![AANHPI Month Thumbnail]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778516771/fwpsorg/dpo4jhjfk4xqqrvw0lun/AANHPIHeritageMonth.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1778516771/fwpsorg/dpo4jhjfk4xqqrvw0lun/AANHPIHeritageMonth.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1778516771/fwpsorg/dpo4jhjfk4xqqrvw0lun/AANHPIHeritageMonth.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1778516771/fwpsorg/dpo4jhjfk4xqqrvw0lun/AANHPIHeritageMonth.png","width":1024}])
May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, a meaningful time for our district and schools to honor the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and countless contributions of AANHPI communities.
![National Arab American Heritage Month 2026 square]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1776445884/fwpsorg/k7bqhwzi0azl0m2umcbm/inspirationbannerrotatorSQ.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1776445884/fwpsorg/k7bqhwzi0azl0m2umcbm/inspirationbannerrotatorSQ.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1776445884/fwpsorg/k7bqhwzi0azl0m2umcbm/inspirationbannerrotatorSQ.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1776445884/fwpsorg/k7bqhwzi0azl0m2umcbm/inspirationbannerrotatorSQ.png","width":1200}])
This month, Federal Way Public Schools proudly celebrates the rich heritage, culture, and contributions of Arab and Arabic-speaking Americans.
![Women's History Month graphic]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772233380/fwpsorg/swmcd5ode3x5d4g0w5ee/2026WomensHistoryMonthSquare.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772233380/fwpsorg/swmcd5ode3x5d4g0w5ee/2026WomensHistoryMonthSquare.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1772233380/fwpsorg/swmcd5ode3x5d4g0w5ee/2026WomensHistoryMonthSquare.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772233380/fwpsorg/swmcd5ode3x5d4g0w5ee/2026WomensHistoryMonthSquare.png","width":1080}])
March marks Women’s History Month and Federal Way Public Schools is proud to join the nationwide celebration honoring the remarkable achievements, resilience, and contributions of women throughout history.