WST Weekly Update
November 8-12, 2021
Directors Message
There is NO SCHOOL at WST Thursday, November 11, in honor of our veterans. We DO have school Friday, November 12.
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Appreciation to Our Veterans
Traditionally, Veterans Day was called Armistice Day and it falls on the anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that ended World War 1 (signed on November 11, 1918). In 1954, the holiday was changed to 'Veterans Day' in order to show respect for all veterans from all wars.
Armistice Day marked the end of World War 1 and was recognized on the "11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month." Today we celebrate Veterans Day every year on November 11, regardless of the day of the week. This year, November 11 falls on a Thursday.
Ways to Show Appreciation for Our Veterans:
- Attend a Veterans Day event in your area
- Donate to an organization that offers support, services, and appreciation for our service members
- Fly a Flag - Here are the military.come guide to flying your flag
- Ask a veteran about their service
- Write a postcard, letter, or e-card that recognizes veterans
- Remember that Veterans Day is for those that are serving or have served in the military and are still with us
- Visit a VA Hospital
- Get outdoors with a veteran
Thank you to all of our veterans, especially those that also teach/taught at WST:
- David Young, current, Professional Medical Careers Instructor and veteran
- Dennis Bringham, former Public Safety Occupations Instructor and veteran
- Mark Franklin, former Automotive Technology Instructor and veteran
- Greg Brassel, former Cosmetology Instructor and veteran
November is Native American Heritage Month
November is Native American Heritage Month, or as it is commonly referred to, American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month.
Learn about Our Rich Native American History
The Suquamish is named from the traditional Lushootseed phrase, "People of the Clear Salt Water." Lushootseed is the traditional language of the Suquamish.
S'Klallam comes from the original Salish language name for the S'Klallam people meaning "strong people." There are three bands to the S'Klallam tribe, the Lower Elwha, The Port Gamble S'Klallam, and the Jamestown S'Klallam tribes.
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West Sound Technical Skills Center
Mission: The mission of West Sound Technical Skills Center is to ensure that all students are prepared for life, career, and college through industry-based, technically rigorous programs.
Vision: To prepare every West Sound Technical Skills Center graduate to be career and college ready, enter the global workforce, and be a successful and contributing citizen through innovative and flexible program opportunities.
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