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Maritime High School
615 S 200th Street Des Moines, WA 98198

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Maritime High School
615 S 200th St Des Moines, WA 98198

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Application Window Reopens March 7

The application window to attend Maritime in the 2025-26 school year will reopen on March 7, 2025.

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11th-Grade Pathways 

Check out our Academic Program Pathways for 11th-grade students. Students will choose between: 

  • Vessel Operations, Design and Maintenance
  • Marine Resources and Research
  • Marine Construction

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$1 Million Secured for Maritime

One million dollars in funding for Maritime High School was recently passed in the House of Representatives through a government spending package.

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AESD Accredited School 2022-2028

Maritime Receives Accreditation

Maritime receives accreditation from the Association of Educational Service Districts of the State of Washington.

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Maritime in the News

Read about Maritime High School in a recent Seattle Times feature. 

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The Possibilities Are Endless

At Maritime High School we move beyond imagination and into reality. We move beyond the classroom and into the natural world. Watch this animated video on the possibilities Maritime High School presents. 

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Community Partners 

We are thrilled to be collaborating with amazing organizations that will play a pivotal role in the learning experiences of our students.

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Upcoming Events

Latest News

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At its June 18 meeting, the Highline School Board was introduced to a resolution to place an educational programs and operation levy on the November 2025 ballot. This levy would renew local funding for educational programs, services and staff—filling the gap between what the state provides and what’s needed to support all Highline students.

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Here is a look at the 2025-26 school calendar! These calendars have been approved by our Highline Education Association (teachers union) members. These dates and breaks will be reflected on our website calendar.

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Highline is offering free summer meals to all children and teens ages 18 and younger. Youth do not need to be enrolled in Highline Public Schools to participate—everyone is welcome! 

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We know that recent immigration enforcement actions — both nationally and locally — have raised concern in our community. We want to reassure you that our schools are prepared, and we have clear steps in place to protect students and respond to any requests from government agencies.

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The proposed 2025-26 budget includes no major cuts, thanks to stable enrollment and past reductions. But gaps in state funding remain. Share your input in our online ThoughtExchange and speak at the public hearing on June 25. 

At Highline, our commitment to safety, belonging, and inclusion has never changed. Every student and every family is welcome here — regardless of immigration status. You are valued. You are safe in our schools. We know that rumors can spread quickly, especially on social media. That’s why we’re sharing this clear information: there is no ICE activity at our schools.

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Learn about Highline’s proposed 2025–26 budget and share your input during an upcoming public hearing. While our financial outlook remains stable, key areas of state underfunding continue to present challenges. Join us at the budget work session and public hearing to stay informed and get involved.

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Highline’s financial outlook for the 2025-26 school year remains stable, thanks to steady student enrollment and past budget adjustments. However, key areas of underfunding from the state continue. 

This month, Governor Bob Ferguson signed Washington’s new two-year state budget into law. While the budget includes some increased investments in areas like special education and operational costs, we continue to face substantial funding gaps from the state that impact our ability to fully support all students.  

With limited relief from the state legislature, we anticipate additional budget reductions will need to take place in future years.  

Our Mission

EVERY STUDENT in Maritime High School is known by namestrength and need, and graduates prepared for the future they choose.

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