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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 2024-25 SCHOOL YEAR.
Find all the resources you need for a successful start to a year of growth and learning.
REMEMBER! 2024-25 EARLY RELEASE DAYS ARE COMING UP
Early release days have moved to Friday and schools are let out 75 minutes early
STEM Exploration Night Draws 3,600+ in Attendance
On Thursday, March 14, Federal Way Public Schools (FWPS) hosted the seventh annual STEM Exploration Night, attracting a record-breaking crowd of over 3,600. Scholars and families enjoyed STEM booths and special attractions including workshops, demonstrations, and more.
Federal Way Mirror’s Athlete of the Year
Each year, the community votes for an all-star FWPS scholar-athlete to be named the Federal Way Mirror Athlete of the Year. Cast your vote by May 23!
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
Attending school every day is a great opportunity to support learning & the growth of the whole child.
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
![Dr. Pfeiffer Welcomes You to the 2024-25 School Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725059897/fwpsorg/okqbynzxscii87pmgmy1/DrPfeifferB2SThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725059897/fwpsorg/okqbynzxscii87pmgmy1/DrPfeifferB2SThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725059897/fwpsorg/okqbynzxscii87pmgmy1/DrPfeifferB2SThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725059897/fwpsorg/okqbynzxscii87pmgmy1/DrPfeifferB2SThumbnail.png","width":1080}])
Each year brings fresh opportunities to learn and grow. Watch or read this special back-to-school message from Superintendent Dr. Dani Pfeiffer as she shared what we can look forward to in the new school year.
![WATCH: Why FWPS Scholars, Staff, and Families Are Excited About This School Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725051685/fwpsorg/afioo0cjepwbbcmjmhyh/B2SCountdown2024-25Archived4.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725051685/fwpsorg/afioo0cjepwbbcmjmhyh/B2SCountdown2024-25Archived4.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725051685/fwpsorg/afioo0cjepwbbcmjmhyh/B2SCountdown2024-25Archived4.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725051685/fwpsorg/afioo0cjepwbbcmjmhyh/B2SCountdown2024-25Archived4.png","width":1080}])
The 2024-25 school year is here! Watch this video to learn why scholars, staff, and families are excited about the new school year.
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On Monday, August 19, Federal Way Public Schools hosted its fifth annual New to FWPS Breakfast at the Federal Way Performing Arts and Events Center, warmly welcoming over 140 new certificated staff members to the district.
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Learn about our short list of the most powerful habits students can form and ways to get started, backed by FWPS subject experts.
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FWPS returns to school on Tuesday, September 3. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2024-25 school year.
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Federal Way Memorial Field, 1300 S 308th St, Federal Way, WA 98003
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1701 S. 320th, Federal Way 98003 | In the SOUTH parking lot along 324th & Pacific Hwy
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.
