One goal of the task force is to produce a middle level guidebook that describes school programs from buildings that have either improved WASL scores over the past three years, or have maintained high scores from the first year of voluntary or mandatory testing. Schools were chosen for case studies that have produced overall high scores. Adult GED Classes Offered GED preparation classes for Spanish-speaking adults are being offered this quarter at Robinswood. The classes, taught in Spanish, are a part of the BCC GED program. Ann Dolan , BCC instructor, is the teacher in this unique alliance between BCC and Robinswood's P.O.D.E.R. program.
Students receive instruction in five subject areas and the tests are administered in Spanish.
In addition, students must pass a sixth test in English competency. We were hoping for 25 students and we now have 40 enrolled, with another 20 on a waiting list. We are working with Lake Washington Technical College in hopes of starting a program there as well. Advance Bellevue Honors Advance Bellevue will honor thirteen community leaders at its sixth annual Best of Bellevue event on Wednesday, April 25. Among those receiving awards are Hank Rivera, Odle Middle School's Safenet Coordinator, Best Diversity Advocate.