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BRIGHT futures start here.

Welcome to Federal Way Public Schools! Join our community of nearly 23,000 diverse students who are gaining college and career awareness and skills as early as PreK to graduate confidently and ready for college, career, and other post-secondary experiences.

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At Federal Way Public Schools, we believe that all students are capable of achieving success at anything they put their minds to, and we're committed to helping every student explore their passions, discover new interests, and reach their goals.

Our schools cultivate welcoming communities that foster a strong sense of belonging, ownership in learning, and pursuit of success. Starting as early as PreK, students are gaining college and career awareness and skills to graduate confidently and ready for college, careers, and other post-secondary experiences.

Learn about the Journey of a FWPS Scholar.

Questions?

Reach Out to Your Child's Assigned School. They are your first point of contact for enrollment support.

Enrollment Support Team:
Email: enrollment@fwps.org
Phone: 253-945-2100

Steps to complete new enrollment

If your child is new to Federal Way Public Schools or is returning after time away from the district, you must complete online enrollment.

*If you already have students enrolled in the district and need to add a new student, simply log in to your existing ParentVUE account and enroll a new student (Steps 1 and 4).

During the enrollment process, we'll collect important information about your child, family, medical and emergency contacts, and more to ensure we have everything needed to provide the best learning experience, resources, and communication for your child. You will also review and accept our Rights and Responsibilities Handbook, outlining our district's policies and expectations.

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Enrollment Dates

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Choice Enrollment

Apply for placement at a school other than the assigned neighborhood school. Based on space availability.

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Dual Language

Learn about bilingual learning options, where students develop literacy and academic skills in two languages.

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Home Instruction

Get information about educating students at home, including district requirements and support.

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Foreign Exchange

Learn how international students can participate in approved exchange programs within our schools.

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Immunizations

Access details on required vaccinations and how to submit immunization records for school attendance.
 

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FAQs

View frequently asked questions regarding the online enrollment and verification processes.
 

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School Lookup Tool

Find your assigned neighborhood school based on your home address.
 

Athletics

Get information about school sports programs, eligibility, and participation opportunities.
 

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Explore the Journey of a FWPS Scholar

Curious about the student experience in FWPS? Learn how scholars at every grade level are gaining the skills required to graduate from high school, ready to take on the world!

Preschool

Children age 3 and 4 are learning foundational academic, social-emotional, and independence skills in a caring, responsive environment.

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Elementary

Students in grade K-5 are building academic perseverance, cultural competency, agency, and social-emotional skills that will propel them to succeed.

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Middle School

Students in grades 6-8 are beginning to take ownership of their learning, enjoy expanded course and extracurricular opportunities, and a consistent schedule across middle schools for equitable learning.

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High School

Students in grades 9-12 are being prepared to graduate college and career-ready through rigorous coursework, career exploration opportunities, and supportive connections with peers and staff.

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