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My Freshman Year of College (Ins, Outs, and Goals for My First Year)

By Ready WA Storyteller Mayte G. O. Starting college this fall felt exciting, nerve-wracking, and like the beginning of a completely new chapter in my life. I can already tell that this year will be...

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The Exchange Experience

By Ready WA Storyteller Alice B. It all started 3 years ago.  I was planning for my high school classes as I prepared to become a freshman, and I decided to take Spanish for my...

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Ready WA Storyteller Alice B. Reflects on Saying Goodbye to Seniors and Stepping Up as One

By Ready WA Storyteller Alice B. It’s that time of year again. That time when seniors graduate and officially start their lives as adults. But, for the rest of us, this is the time of...

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Choosing the Right College Courses as a Running Start Student

By Ready WA Storyteller Lauren K. As a Running Start student, deciding what college courses to take can be difficult or even daunting at times. You may feel overwhelmed by the number of courses available...

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Interview with the 2026 Washington State Teacher of the Year

Below is our interview with the 2026 Washington State Teacher of the Year. Thanks to our friends at CSTP for helping us bring this Q&A to life! To start, can you introduce yourself and share...

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Interview with Washington’s Secondary Principal of the Year

Below is our interview with Washington’s Secondary Principal of the Year Dr. Brent Osborn. Thanks to our friends at AWSP for helping us bring this Q&A to life! Introduction To start, can you introduce yourself...

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