Leading Through Language Grant

SHSD has been awarded DoDEA 2022 World Language Grant, securing a remarkable $1.5 million for a span of five years.
The grant, Leading through Language, will increase the number of K-12 students in world language courses by creating a comprehensive K-12 World Language Pipeline.
LEADING THROUGH LANGUAGE YEAR 4 UPDATE
HERE'S WHAT WE'VE ALREADY ACCOMPLISHED
Middle School Curriculum Purchases
Purchase of German Curriculum for Pioneer Middle School, aligning with Steilacoom High School for year 1 German students.
Addition of 2 German I Classes at Pioneer Middle School
Previously, students only had the opportunity to take Spanish I.
Seal of Biliteracy Exam
Paid for SHS students to take the Seal of Biliteracy Exam
K-5 Curriculum Purchases
Adoption of K-5 Spanish curriculum (Sube)
9-12 Curriculum Purchases
Purchase of digital French and German curriculum for students in grades 9-12
Addition of After-School Spanish Club at Saltar's Point
Students have the opportunity to participate in an after-school Spanish Club at Saltar's Point.
K-3 French Club at Chloe Clark
The Steilacoom Historical School District is excited to announce a new partnership with Right at School to offer a no-cost After-School French Club for the 2025–2026 school year. This engaging program will be open to all students who are interested in exploring the French language and culture in a fun, immersive environment.
By offering this world language opportunity after school, SHSD is able to provide students with enriching language experiences while ensuring our teachers have more time during the school day to focus deeply on core academic subjects. This adjustment allows us to expand learning opportunities for students in a way that supports both strong instruction and student interests.
HERE'S WHAT WE'RE WORKING ON FOR 2026-27
Renewing all Secondary Curriculum Purchases Before the Grant Expires
Continuing Spanish club at Saltar's Point
Continuation of College in the High School Dual Credit WL Courses at SHS in conjunction with Central Washington University and Eastern Washington University:
Spanish I, II, and III
German I, II, and III
ASL I, II, and III
