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WELCOME TO DECATUR HIGH SCHOOL!
ENROLL IN OUR SCHOOL
We are a wonderfully diverse school district, situated in south King County, and we're excited to have your child enroll in our school.
WELCOME TO THE 2025-26 SCHOOL YEAR.
Find all the resources you need for a successful start to a year of growth and learning.
EARLY RELEASE FRIDAY
Friday is early release and schools are let out 75 minutes early
Here Today, Ready for Tomorrow!
Attending school every day is a great opportunity to support learning & the growth of the whole child.
Life After High School College and Career Fair, October 22
Attend the annual college and career fair to explore 2- and 4-year colleges and universities, military academies, apprenticeships, and more! Workshops, panel discussions, and open labs are also available to help you chart your future!
Who We are Container
WHO WE ARE
Decatur High School’s mission is to empower respectful, critically thinking scholars to explore their future college and careers in a way that is individualized to their needs and identities. Gator staff provide supportive, loving guidance through a safe, rigorous, diverse, and equitable environment.
EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
![FWPS Food and Meals Assistance Resources]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761929121/fwpsorg/x2egvz2ddyjicioxtfoo/FinalsiteBlogThumbnailTemplate.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761929121/fwpsorg/x2egvz2ddyjicioxtfoo/FinalsiteBlogThumbnailTemplate.png","width":500}])
To support FWPS families and the community, we’ve added additional food banks, community meal sites, and food assistance resources to the FWPS Community Resources webpage.
![Complete Parent Survey, November 3-26]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761929296/fwpsorg/wvurncrq37hlxrunocq0/NowOpen-2025ParentSurvey.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761929296/fwpsorg/wvurncrq37hlxrunocq0/NowOpen-2025ParentSurvey.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761929296/fwpsorg/wvurncrq37hlxrunocq0/NowOpen-2025ParentSurvey.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761929296/fwpsorg/wvurncrq37hlxrunocq0/NowOpen-2025ParentSurvey.png","width":1080}])
Help us improve learning for scholars. Complete the Panorama Survey by Wednesday, Nov. 26.
![Good News October 29, 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1700090930/fwpsorg/kbsrjfqqkldxcdz3owmv/GNAThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1700090930/fwpsorg/kbsrjfqqkldxcdz3owmv/GNAThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1700090930/fwpsorg/kbsrjfqqkldxcdz3owmv/GNAThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1700090930/fwpsorg/kbsrjfqqkldxcdz3owmv/GNAThumbnail.png","width":1080}])
We’re #FWPSProud of our phenomenal scholars, staff, and community members and love recognizing them during the Good News Announcements at our board meetings!
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On Wednesday, October 22, middle and high school scholars and families attended the annual Life After High School College and Career Fair to explore next steps after graduation.
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October is recognized as Disability History and Awareness Month, aiming to promote awareness, respect, and acceptance for individuals with disabilities. The goal is to foster a stronger sense of pride among people with disabilities. Come together with FWPS to amplify the voices and broaden the stories of individuals with disabilities, fostering inclusive school environments.
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Star Lake Elementary (26812 40th Ave S, Bldg B, Kent, WA 98032)
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Illahee Middle School (36001 1st Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003)
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Lake Grove Elementary (202 SW 308th St, Federal Way, WA 98023)
WHAT WE OFFER
CTE PROGRAMS
FWPS offers Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses at select middle schools and all four comprehensive high schools. CTE courses enable scholars in grades 6-12 to explore various fields of interest, connect their learning with the real-world, and gain important skills necessary for life after high school and future careers.
ATHLETICS
ATHLETICS
CLUBS & ACTIVITIES
FWPS offers Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses at select middle schools and all four comprehensive high schools. CTE courses enable scholars in grades 6-12 to explore various fields of interest, connect their learning with the real-world, and gain important skills necessary for life after high school and future careers.
