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![Nutrition Services Staff]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1575494574/highlineschoolsorg/eu75bm8hiwyjkivhthyc/BeverlyPark18-19-112.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1575494574/highlineschoolsorg/eu75bm8hiwyjkivhthyc/BeverlyPark18-19-112.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1575494574/highlineschoolsorg/eu75bm8hiwyjkivhthyc/BeverlyPark18-19-112.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1575494574/highlineschoolsorg/eu75bm8hiwyjkivhthyc/BeverlyPark18-19-112.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1575494574/highlineschoolsorg/eu75bm8hiwyjkivhthyc/BeverlyPark18-19-112.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1575494574/highlineschoolsorg/eu75bm8hiwyjkivhthyc/BeverlyPark18-19-112.jpg","width":2200}])
Set our students up for success every day by working in Nutrition Services. We are seeking applications our Guest Cashiers and Guest Kitchen Helpers.
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![students getting on a bus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1528145143/highlineschoolsorg/sixt7xzlh70iy7qt8inq/Bus-Finder.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1528145143/highlineschoolsorg/sixt7xzlh70iy7qt8inq/Bus-Finder.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1528145143/highlineschoolsorg/sixt7xzlh70iy7qt8inq/Bus-Finder.jpg","width":717}])
Be one of the first Highline Faces our students see every day.
![We are Hiring]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1570657671/highlineschoolsorg/pqgdmpkxcohzpluqifqy/Hiring-1000-666.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1570657671/highlineschoolsorg/pqgdmpkxcohzpluqifqy/Hiring-1000-666.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1570657671/highlineschoolsorg/pqgdmpkxcohzpluqifqy/Hiring-1000-666.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1570657671/highlineschoolsorg/pqgdmpkxcohzpluqifqy/Hiring-1000-666.png","width":1000}])
![Staff at Cascade Middle School participate in professional development]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1527290134/highlineschoolsorg/zxb3shbktzcyvtahhrs2/Staff-PD-Cascade-01.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1527290134/highlineschoolsorg/zxb3shbktzcyvtahhrs2/Staff-PD-Cascade-01.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1527290134/highlineschoolsorg/zxb3shbktzcyvtahhrs2/Staff-PD-Cascade-01.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1527290134/highlineschoolsorg/zxb3shbktzcyvtahhrs2/Staff-PD-Cascade-01.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1527290134/highlineschoolsorg/zxb3shbktzcyvtahhrs2/Staff-PD-Cascade-01.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1527290134/highlineschoolsorg/zxb3shbktzcyvtahhrs2/Staff-PD-Cascade-01.jpg","width":2200}])
![HHS basketball coach during practice.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1562112676/highlineschoolsorg/q70264acwalu2cu2afbk/HHS-Athletic-Practice-42.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1562112676/highlineschoolsorg/q70264acwalu2cu2afbk/HHS-Athletic-Practice-42.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1562112676/highlineschoolsorg/q70264acwalu2cu2afbk/HHS-Athletic-Practice-42.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1562112676/highlineschoolsorg/q70264acwalu2cu2afbk/HHS-Athletic-Practice-42.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1562112676/highlineschoolsorg/q70264acwalu2cu2afbk/HHS-Athletic-Practice-42.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1562112676/highlineschoolsorg/q70264acwalu2cu2afbk/HHS-Athletic-Practice-42.jpg","width":2200}])
![staff with student]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1570731534/highlineschoolsorg/lm4rbjdrtuhmb4amasak/hilltop18-19-115.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1570731534/highlineschoolsorg/lm4rbjdrtuhmb4amasak/hilltop18-19-115.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1570731534/highlineschoolsorg/lm4rbjdrtuhmb4amasak/hilltop18-19-115.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1570731534/highlineschoolsorg/lm4rbjdrtuhmb4amasak/hilltop18-19-115.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1570731534/highlineschoolsorg/lm4rbjdrtuhmb4amasak/hilltop18-19-115.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1570731534/highlineschoolsorg/lm4rbjdrtuhmb4amasak/hilltop18-19-115.jpg","width":2200}])
We are seeking applications for paraprofessionals to work in our developmental preschools with our youngest learners! We are looking for people who are interested in part-time and full-time positions.
![A teacher works with students in class.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1526946715/highlineschoolsorg/ajbqyxaehmlxn1ifjtfl/Bilingual-Teacher.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1526946715/highlineschoolsorg/ajbqyxaehmlxn1ifjtfl/Bilingual-Teacher.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1526946715/highlineschoolsorg/ajbqyxaehmlxn1ifjtfl/Bilingual-Teacher.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1526946715/highlineschoolsorg/ajbqyxaehmlxn1ifjtfl/Bilingual-Teacher.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1526946715/highlineschoolsorg/ajbqyxaehmlxn1ifjtfl/Bilingual-Teacher.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1526946715/highlineschoolsorg/ajbqyxaehmlxn1ifjtfl/Bilingual-Teacher.jpg","width":2200}])
![Students work together in social studies class.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1527716381/highlineschoolsorg/syzuthowuukpujtlst8r/HS-Social-Studies.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1527716381/highlineschoolsorg/syzuthowuukpujtlst8r/HS-Social-Studies.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1527716381/highlineschoolsorg/syzuthowuukpujtlst8r/HS-Social-Studies.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1527716381/highlineschoolsorg/syzuthowuukpujtlst8r/HS-Social-Studies.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1527716381/highlineschoolsorg/syzuthowuukpujtlst8r/HS-Social-Studies.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1527716381/highlineschoolsorg/syzuthowuukpujtlst8r/HS-Social-Studies.jpg","width":2200}])
Set high expectations for our high school students!
![hands in a circle, coming together]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1526511262/highlineschoolsorg/vbuadhzsbp36anq1pkec/together.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1526511262/highlineschoolsorg/vbuadhzsbp36anq1pkec/together.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1526511262/highlineschoolsorg/vbuadhzsbp36anq1pkec/together.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1526511262/highlineschoolsorg/vbuadhzsbp36anq1pkec/together.png","width":1000}])
Know each student by name, strength and need!
Career Calendar
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Central Office - Boardroom - 15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW Burien, WA 98166
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15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW Burien, WA 98166
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Central Office - Boardroom - 15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW Burien, WA 98166
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Central Office - Boardroom - 15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW Burien, WA 98166
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Central Office - Boardroom - 15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW Burien, WA 98166
Our Promise
Every student in Highline Public Schools is known by name, strength and need, and graduates prepared for the future they choose.
Our Goals
School Culture
Our schools are welcoming and safe places where students and staff are respected and supported to succeed
Growth & Mastery
Students will make a minimum of one year of growth annually, meeting or exceeding standards in all grade levels.
Digital & Media Literacy
Students will graduate with the problem solving and critical thinking skills necessary to live and work responsibly in a digital world.
Bilingual & Biliterate
Students will graduate bilingual and biliterate.
High School Graduation
Students will graduate from high school prepared for the future they choose.
Highline
at a Glance
18,372
STUDENTS
18,372
STUDENTS
Our students represent many diverse and culturally-rich backgrounds. Our diversity is an asset. Our students learn from one another and graduate prepared to live and work in an increasingly multicultural world.
95
LANGUAGES SPOKEN
Our top 8 languages are:
- English
- Spanish
- Vietnamese
- Somali
- Amharic
- Punjabi
- Arabic
- Cambodian
1,073
CLASSROOM TEACHERS
1,073
CLASSROOM TEACHERS
The single most important driver of student achievement is an excellent teacher in the classroom. Highline is in the top 12 out of 295 Washington districts in the number of National Board Certified Teachers.
33
SCHOOLS
33
schools
Highline has 18 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 4 comprehensive high schools serving neighborhoods in Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, SeaTac and White Center. Families may also want to explore our 4 choice schools or multiple alternative education options.
19 POINTS
RISING GRADUATION RATE
19 POINT RISE
IN GRADUATION RATE
Highline's graduation rate has been on a steady rise for the past 5 years. The on-time graduation rate for the Class of 2018 was 81.1%. That's an increase of 19 point rise since 2013.