During Mr. Genzlinger’s years as a student at FWPA, he saw something that created a sense of uniqueness and personality in some of his classrooms. This was a variety of class pets, and when he became...
Are you always looking for things to watch or read during summer? Students agree that movies, shows, and books can help to pass the time and provide entertainment, and they can make summer feel more fun...
Some students at FWPA will be working at Wild Waves this summer as lifeguards, and some are taking long trips around the world, others will spend their time indulging in sports; these are just a few of...
It opened on August 4, 1984. It was first known as the Enchanted Village. It went through four owners. Now it's closing down for good.
What is it? Wild Waves.
It seems imminent that after 50 years,...
Culture fair is the final project of the seventh graders. They’re tasked with creating an in-depth analysis and posterboard of an assigned country, and are expected to memorize facts and interesting...
Stakes are high, and the 6th graders are finally ready for the event they’ve been preparing for all semester. IT'S EGG DROP! Each year, the sixth graders take time out of their advisory to get ready...
The 6th grade teachers, Mrs. Leah and Mr. Genzlinger, have been introduced to a new class: Tiger Time. Tiger Time is an intervention and enrichment time that is dedicated towards both math and English...
The first thing 6th graders saw walking out into the main hallway was 9th graders lined up along the walls, holding up airport signs with their assigned buddy's names. Every 9th grader made the signs themselves...
We have all heard someone recite the cliche and overused advice, “You just need to study more and you will do better on the test.” Or, “Just stop procrastinating and focus.” In reality, this advice...
Chess club has a long history of tournaments both in and outside of FWPA since it was created and ran by Mr. Klumpenhower. However, this year marks the potential for a return of FWPA chess meets.
The...
We all remember a time when we found out something super surprising about someone close to us. If you want to learn things you would’ve never guessed about some teachers and staff, play the interactive:...
As the 10th graders at Federal Way Public Academy prepare to move onto a new chapter of their lives, they’re not just saying goodbye to their underclassmen days—they’re also reflecting on the lessons,...
