Education & Training

Pasco schools seeks volunteers for facility naming committee

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:00:00 -0400

The Pasco School District is considering naming Pasco High School’s main gym after a former coach and is seeking community members to help with the process.

Pack a financial plan along with your dorm essentials

rachel@tcjournal.biz — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:00:00 -0400

As the school year gets underway, it’s a time when many young adults headed to college or into the trades begin thinking about managing their own money for the first time. For those who don’t know where to begin, a Richland-based credit union has some advice.

State’s top teacher to give keynote at fall education summit

Sun, 30 Aug 2026 21:00:00 -0400

This year’s Washington State Teacher of the Year – a Pasco High educator – is the keynote speaker at Washington State University Tri-Cities’ annual Education Summit.

WA governor lays groundwork for cellphone ban in public schools

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson has been traveling the state to build support for his forthcoming legislation to ban cellphones in public schools – including a recent stop in Pasco.

WSU offering master’s in AI

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:00:00 -0400

As artificial intelligence becomes more prevalent, Washington State University is offering a new master’s degree starting this fall to help students meet industry demands.

Kennewick schools, teachers union agree on new two-year contract

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:00:00 -0400

The Kennewick School Board and the Kennewick Education Association have reached a two-year contract covering the 2026-27 and 2027-28 school years.

Moses Lake school to reopen after repairs

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 21:00:00 -0400

A Moses Lake school that had shut down for over a year to make repairs to the building is reopening to students.
Litigation against the school’s Richland-based contractor is still pending.

Washington Conservation Corps looking for recruits

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 21:00:00 -0400

The state Department of Ecology’s Washington Conservation Corps is currently recruiting AmeriCorps members to fill 260 positions across the state.

Demand for Washington’s Job Skills Program hits record high

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Washington state is investing millions in grants to help workers level up through its Job Skills Program and demand for the funding in the most recent cycle was the highest in the program’s 40-year history.

Longtime CEO of Children’s Reading Foundation to step down

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:00:00 -0400

The Children’s Reading Foundation’s longtime CEO is stepping down and a national search is underway for a successor.

Today’s children could prosper in tomorrow’s shortage of young workers

thenderson@stateline.org — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Completed student aid applications hit new high mark with WA’s Class of 2026

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

The achievement marks back-to-back years that Washington high schoolers set a record for the number of completed financial aid applications.

WA education savings plan sees growth

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Washington’s official investment education savings plan has seen strong growth in the last year, demonstrating an increased demand by families to save for their childrens’ education and career goals.

Washington’s Board of Education proposes new high school graduation requirements

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

High school students in Washington may soon have more options to connect coursework with their career plans.

WSU unveils AI-focused career certificate programs

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Washington State University’s Carson College of Business now has opportunities for those looking to bolster their skills or break into new roles in the realms of artificial intelligence, automation, analytics and project management.

Workforce development council seeks new partners for services

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Has your organization developed an innovative way to help individuals develop workforce skills? The Benton-Franklin Workforce Development Council wants to hear from you.

WA governor wants to require FAFSA for high school graduation

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

High school seniors in Washington would need to complete student aid paperwork to graduate, under a proposal recently announced by Gov. Bob Ferguson.

Design West reaches $1.85 million settlement in Moses Lake school dispute

ty@tcjournal.biz — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

The Tri-Cities architecture firm sued by Moses Lake School District over the construction of the district’s newest elementary school will pay $1.85 million to help cover the cost of fixing problems with the building.

More Tri-City students are considering trades over four-year degrees

ty@tcjournal.biz — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:00:00 -0400

CBC’s trade programs filled three months early this year as Tri-Tech Skills Center undergoes a $45 million expansion to meet surging demand for skilled workers.

Grad student’s work supports plans for a Black history museum in Pasco

ty@tcjournal.biz — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:00:00 -0400

A WSU graduate student's research into east Pasco’s Black-owned businesses is helping support plans for a future museum preserving the region’s Black history.

Report shows impact of workplace-based financial education

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

New research has shown that employees who participated in workplace-based financial education programs had stronger financial knowledge and capability than those who didn’t.

Study: Whether in the World Cup or the workplace, teamwork is the key

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Think you have the best team in the world? Well, that doesn’t matter if you can’t help them get to the goal, according to a WSU study.

ACT offers improv workshops for business professionals

ty@tcjournal.biz — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Looking for new ways to connect with your employees and go with the flow in the workplace? The Academy of Children’s Theatre’s upcoming improv workshops might be able to help sharpen your communication skills, embrace spontaneity and build stronger team connections – all while having fun.

Washington college grads adapt to AI-era job market

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Software development consistently ranks among the jobs that artificial intelligence is most likely to displace over the next decade, with customer service, graphic design, accounting and data entry also topping the vulnerability lists. Entry-level workers and those in Generation Z — people in their teens and 20s today — also could be hit hard, as experts predict AI will most easily automate the type of repetitive work they tend to do starting out.

Free safety training resource for younger workers

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0400

A retailer advocacy organization is encouraging employers to take advantage of a free program offering safety certifications for young workers to reduce workplace injuries.

Cities partner on fireworks education

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Want to know when you’re allowed to set off fireworks this Fourth of July? Richland, Kennewick, Pasco and West Richland are teaming up to educate residents on safe and legal firework usage during holiday celebrations.

Washington named top state for nursing education

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0400

As states across the country struggle to address a shortage of healthcare providers, Washington has emerged as one of the best states for nursing students.

Chamber leader announces retirement

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0400

The woman who has led the Tri-Cities’ largest business and professional network for the past 20 years has announced her plans to pass the torch.

New ergonomics safety training resource available

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Washington employers now have access to a new online ergonomics training app focused on ensuring workers avoid injury whether they stock shelves or change oil.

WSU Tri-Cities, regional chamber to launch new business education network

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Washington State University Tri-Cities and the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce will launch a new entrepreneurial training initiative this fall and they want your input on shaping it.