Education notebook: Spokane Public Schools choice application window still open

Spokane Public Schools students who want to attend a school other than their neighborhood school still have time to do so until Jan. 18 at spokaneschools.org/enrollment.

On the enrollment site, families can research school and program options and apply for their top choices.

By offering a portfolio of educational options, SPS gives families the freedom to choose the school that is right for their child. On Jan. 9, 9 a.m. to noon at Rogers High School, families are invited to attend the second annual SPS Enrollment Fair at 1622 E. Wellesley Ave. Representatives from SPS schools and option programs will be on hand to answer questions.

St. George’s math team ties for first place at state meet

St. George’s School’s 11th-12th grade team tied with Hanford High School of Richland for first place at the Math is Cool State Masters Competition in Moses Lake on Dec. 5. It was St. George’s second consecutive state championship in the masters elite division.

St. George’s qualified three teams to the competition.

SPS plans financial aid workshops at high schools

The Spokane Public Schools will hold financial aid workshops for families of college-bound students. The sessions, which aim to teach how to navigate the Free Application for Student Aid program, will be held at the following locations:

– Ferris High School: Jan. 14, 6 to 8 p.m. in the library;

– Rogers High School: Jan. 7, 12 and 20 at 6 p.m. in the library;

– Lewis and Clark High School: Jan. 7, 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the library;

– North Central High School: Wednesday and Jan. 13, 6:30 to 8 p.m.; Jan. 9, 9 a.m. to noon, in the library;

– Shadle Park High School: Wednesday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Jan. 30, 9 a.m. to noon in the library;

– Spokane Community College: Jan. 30, 9 a.m to 1 p.m. in Old Main Building 1, rooms 1220F and 1220G.

To submit news about your school, students and staff to the Education Notebook, send the details to azariap@spokesman.com or call (509) 459-5434.