Todd Beamer Student Highlights

2006-2007 School Year Highlights

June 2007 Karlo named as one of the All-Star Grads by the Tacoma News Tribune.

May 30, 2007 - Congratulations to B&I Senior Kasey H. who receives acclaim as a national speaker for FCCLA.

May 12 - Todd Beamer High School Theatre proudly presented the musical comedy “Once Upon a Mattress” Portions of this show were recently presented at the State Drama Festival (Co-Sponsored by the Washington Alliance for Theatre Education and Eastern Washington University) where it received a rating of “Excellent”. Congratulations!

May 10, 2007 - DECA to Nationals This year, TBHS had 4 students attend ICDC (National DECA competition). We were in Orlando, FL for 5 days.

• Morgan D. placed 3rd place in Full Service Restaurant Management. There were over 35,000 competitors who started this event in January throughout the country. This finishes her career at Todd Beamer with a second and first place at the state level over the past two years and a second and third place at nationals for her.
• Jacob R. and Brianna M. also attended and competed in a Business Law and Ethics Team event. They placed second in their sectionals which meant they placed in the top 20 for the entire nation. They also placed second in the state competition this year.
• Jeff L. attended the Leadership Conference part of Nationals. There were over 3,000 students attending this part. He was put into a group of 8 students for a 2 day, 16 hour hands on conference on leadership. He had students from Canada, Germany, Guam, and North Carolina in his group. They worked on team building, run meetings and how to energize people in those meetings, trust, etiquette, and respect of others.

Some of our Accomplishments for the Year

1. 67 active members
2. 36 students attended Fall Leadership Conference in Bellevue, WA in October. The students were there for 3-days learning leadership skills with a Washington State theme to it. The students attended 8 hours of classes each day and had 6 different topics to choose from in each time slot. One of the classes was a business owner talking about his travel agency and how customers are not using his services anymore, so he has had to change his marketing strategy and look more globally to get his clients.
3. 16 students attended Western Regional Leadership Conference in Albuquerque, NM in November. The students were there for 4 days and attended 6 hours of classes each day. This was marketing and leadership with a national flair to it. One of the topics the students enjoyed was the local minor league baseball team and how to market it. The teams of 8 students competed against each other to create the best total marketing package as voted on by the owners of the team. This was competitive and informative.
4. Area Competition in January. We had 25 students compete in 14 different events. This was a one-day competition at Emerald Downs in Auburn where the students took a 100 question multiple answer test and had one or two roll plays. The top 7 went on to state competition.
5. State Competition in March in Bellevue, WA. We had 15 students earn the right from area to compete in State. This was a 3-day event where the students also learned Leadership skills along with their testing. The students once again took another 100-question test and two more roll plays with the top 7 earning the right to attend the International Conference.
6. ICDC conference. Explained above

Our DECA club also donated over $5,000 to other clubs at Todd Beamer as well as donated to local charities. We also logged over 65 hours of community service. If you see a DECA student or Mr. Phillips, please help me in congratulating them.

May 9, 2007 - TODD BEAMER HIGH SCHOOL AIR FORCE JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING CORPS (AFJROTC) WAS SELECTED FOR A SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR AS AN AFJROTC DISTINGUISHED UNIT. This award recognizes Air Force Junior ROTC units that have performed above and beyond normal expectations, and that have distinguished themselves through outstanding service to their school and community while meeting the Air Force Junior ROTC mission of producing better citizens for America. Three hundred twenty-one units out of 869 earned this award. This is truly an amazing accomplishment. As many of you know, our program is only two years old and we are already batting a 100%. This could not be done without great leadership (Barry and Wayne - thanks), great students, and all staff working together to make Beamer a great place for ALL.

May 2, 2007 - Congratulations to the Boys Soccer team in clinching the South Puget Sound League title. They have a current record of 13-0-2 and will play their final home game on Friday at Todd Beamer vs. Puyallup at 3:30. Please join us as we celebrate our seniors and finish the regular season.

April 30, 2007 - Congratulate the TBHS Dance Team. They won the - "America's Showcase Competition at Six Flags Over Texas", this past weekend!

April 30, 2007 - Please take a moment to congratulate Ashley J. when you see her. She competed in the State Music Contest sponsored by the Music Teachers Association at Central Washington University on Saturday. Ashley was the regional winner and as such qualified to compete with the other winners. Ashley placed third in a very competitive cello division and has spent months preparing for the event. This is a huge accomplishment for a non-senior to even win at the regional level, but to get third in state is an amazing accomplishment. Kudos to Ashley!!!

April 26, 2007 - Mr. Duy H. (MSHF Academy) - Was selected as a 2007 Washington Scholar. Duy was on of two students from our congressional district selected. and Ms. Jordan C. (BI Academy) - Was selected as a 2007 Bezos Scholar. Jordan was one of twelve students selected from across the United States.

April 19, 2007 - Please help me congratulate our Outstanding Junior Masonic Finalists for the 2006/2007 School Year.

Tyson and Keiko were also recognized as the Outstanding Juniors for our Campus. It was truly a great night to spend with some of our finest students.

April 16, 2007 - Congratulations to the Todd Beamer High School Girls Soccer team for winning the 2006-07 South Divison Championship with a 13-0-1 league record . Congratulations to all team members and coach Carrie Hentschell. Great Job Titans!

April 3, 2007 Congratulations to the Todd Beamer Math Team for their participation in the Mu Alpha Theta Competition on Saturday: Jo B. (NWCP) placed 10th, Nate P. (NWCP) placed 11th, Sam M. (MSHF) placed 14th, and Lindsey Y. (MSHF) placed 15th.

March 29, 2007 - Congratulations to the Todd Beamer Orchestra for their performance last evening in the Valley Region League Contest. They received the top rating, a Superior, in a wonderful performance with extremely difficult music. Please congratulate these student musicians for both their performance last night and their months of hard work in preparation. Way to go Titans!

March 24, 2007 - Congratulations to the Todd Beamer Dance Team and Coach Joel Lindberg for winning the State Championship in the ‘Hip Hop” division at the 4A level on Saturday, March 24.

March 12, 2007 - Congratulations to the AFJROTC Drill Teams for putting on a great performance on Saturday at Praire High School. Special congratulations to Cadet Peter H. and Cadet Tyler L. for placing 3rd in their very first competition in Armed Duals Exhibition. Good job Titan Drill Team!

March 12, 2007 - Congratulations to the TBHS Wind Ensemble Band who received a top rating of OUTSTANDING at their league contest Saturday at Sumner High School. This is the third consecutive year that the Beamer Band has received this top rating. This rating is extremely difficult to attain and takes months of practice and preparation. Please congratulate these fine musicians for their wonderful performance!

March 8, 2007: Congratulations to MSHF Digital Darkroom students: Camille M., Bryan M., Caitlyn O., Deena L., Yana D., and Shalina B. Their photographs were accepted for by the Larsen Gallery in Yakima WA for display in the Washington State High School Photography Competition. This special gallery showing features the work of the best student photographers from around the state. Deena was also awarded a cash prize of $100 for her picture called "Seattle Skyline". Congratulations Deena!

March 5, 2007 - Congratulations Dance Team! Our Titan Dancers went to Districts at TJ on Saturday and won 1st place in hip hop and qualified for state in hip hop and jazz.

The team stepped up to the challenge and gave their best performances of the year. They won 1st place in Hip Hop and 4th in Jazz and qualified for State in both. Thank you to those of you who were there to support them. They loved seeing you. We'll head to Yakima to compete at the Sun Dome on March 24th. If you know any Dance Team members, congratulate them and wish them luck at state. Good Luck Dance Team!!

March 1, 2007 - The 2006 Todd Beamer Thunderbolt Yearbook has picked up a First Class rating, with a Mark of Distinction, from the National Scholastic Press Association in its annual contest. The award puts the book one step below All-American, a rating given to less than 20 books each year.

Fewer than 200 schools nationally receive this high an overall rating. The Mark of Distinction for Layout is given to less than 20 schools each year. The NSPA reviews more than 5000 books annually in this critique and competition. The staff of 22 was led by Editor-in-Chief Hayley J.

February 23, 2007 - Congratulations to Tommy F. and Shane C. for their performances at the State Swim and Dive Meet. Tommy placed 10th in diving and Shane placed 10th in the 200 Individual Medley. Great job to all the boys swim and dive members who competed at State this year.

February 15, 2007 - Yes, we do have a bowling team! They have won their league and qualified to go to the state high school tournament this weekend. Please congratulate Pat F., Matt H., Jordan R., Nick M., and Tyler T.

Congratulations to the TBHS boys bowling team. After being undefeated in their league, they are bringing home the H.S. State 3rd place trophy for Div. 2. The bowling was awesome and fun to watch. Many thanks to Barbara Fleming who coached the team all season and at the tournament.

Congratulations to our Titan singers who performed at the Vocal Solo & Ensemble competition held here at Beamer on Saturday! Really wowing the audiences were Maddie M., Kirstie J., Danny N. and Riley G. who received a SUPERIOR rating. Also putting great performances were Shelbie E., Caitie K. and Anna B. who received an Excellent rating. Way to go, Titan Choir!!

January 26, 2007 - Congratulations!: Boys 4A South SPSL All-League Honorable Mention: Markiese S.
Girls 4A South SPSL All-League MVP Kiara S., 2nd Team Kaylah S.; Honorable Mentions: Kelli C. and Mikki A.

January 25, 2007 - The boys Swim and Dive team has had a great season, finishing with some great personal best times in our meet against Curtis last night.  Shane C., Kyle Cass., Kyle Chris. and TJ Y. have all qualified for the District meet in individual events.  Shane C.is just 1 second away from qualifying at State in the Individual Medley.  Ludomir W. scored well on his dives and came in 2nd place with a score of 141.95 points.  Great job boys! 

January 18, 2007 - As we celebrate Dr. King's birthday this week, we are proud to announce that one of our own Titans, Jennifer B., a freshman in the Business & Industry Academy, has earned Second Place and $50 in the Poetry Division of a recent Martin Luther King, Jr. literary contest.  Congratulations, Jennifer, and on a job well done!

November 13, 2006 - The Thunderbolt Yearbook and its staff gain National Awards
The Todd Beamer High School Thunderbolt Annual staff picked up two major awards at the 2006 Journalism Education Association/National Scholastic Press Association annual fall convention and competition. The convention was held in Nashville, TN on November 8-12 and brought together more than 5000 elite journalism students from around the world.
Senior Deanna D. was awarded an "Excellent" status for her wrestling photographs that appeared in the 2006 Thunderbolt Yearbook. Deanna is a third year member of the annual staff and was one of just five students who received the excellent or "Superior" standing. Also receiving national recognition was Senior Ceci Orr. Competing in the Yearbook Cover/Endsheets competition, Ceci, in her first year on the Annual staff, earn a national "Honorable Mention," This competitive group required her to develop a cover and endsheet theme and design in a two hour period based on information provided to the competitors at the competition. Only ten students nationally earned an Honorable Mention or higher in Nashville. These awards continue the strong performance by the Thunderbolt Yearbook staff since the books creation in 2004. The 2006 book received a Bronze Medal from Columbia University (CSPA) and was named to the Walsworth Gallery of Excellence, awarded to only 20 books nationally. The 2005 Thunderbolt was awarded a national Silver Medal from the CSPA, placing it in the top 5% of books nationally.

November 13, 2006 - Congratulations to our Girls Swim & Dive Team on an outstanding performance at State this weekend, with all the athletes smashing their personal best times.

• The 200 Medley Relay finished 4th in the finals with a time of 1:54.90
• Eryn M. finished 5th in the 50 free and 10th in the 100 free.
• Kelly E. finished 11th in the 100 fly and
• Jessica S. came in at 6th in the 100 fly.
• Great Job Lady Titans! It was an amazing weekend.

October 30, 2006 - CONGRATULATIONS TO THE LADY TITAN SWIM & DIVE TEAM. Overall at the West Central District Meet, our team took 5th place, competing against teams from SPSL North and South and the Narrows League.

• Jenelle F, Kelly E, Eryn M, Laurel M and Jessica S will all swim at the STATE Meet on November 10 and 11 at the Aquatic Center. Both the Medley Relay and the 200 Free Relay made state qualifying times! Eryn, Jessica and Kelly will all be swimming in individual events as well as the relays. Congratulations and Good Luck girls!
• The Titan Springboard divers made a big splash at the combined League and District III Championship meet on Friday.  All three divers, Emily B, Christie B, and Lara S, placed in the top five of the fifteen district qualifiers.  In the District Scoring, Christie came in 8th place with 262.20 points which makes her an alternate for the State Meet.  Lara placed 7th and earned a state berth with 262.95 points.  And Emily, diving with two injured hands, scored a personal best of 285.20 points to finish in third place and also earned a trip to the State Championship.  Congratulations Beamer Divers!

October 11, 2006 - The Todd Beamer High School Boys Tennis Team defeated Puyallup on Wednesday, October 11th to win the SPSL South Division Championship. Congratulations to all team members and coach Jeff Richards. Great Job Titans!

September 30, 2006 - Lady Titan Swim and Dive remains undefeated this season with their 3rd win over Rogers, 100 to 86! Some outstanding performances by our Titan divers, Emily B. and Christie B. put us over the top in our lead! Kelly E. is within .17 seconds (hundreths) of a state qualifying time in the 100 butterfly, and Eryn M. is within .15 seconds (hundreths) of a state qualifying time in the 50 free. Other great performances include our Relay teams, Jenelle F. in the Intermediate Medley & the 100 Breast stroke, Jessica S. in the 100 back, and Kelly E. and Jodie S. in the 500 free. Every girl on the team really stepped up to the challenge and performed their best in the meet. Great job Lady Titans.

June 19, 2006 - The recipient of the Highline Community College 2006 Breakthrough Scholarship from Todd Beamer is Tyler E.!  Please help us to congratulate Tyler on his accomplishment. 

June 15, 2006 -Congratulations to Karlo L. who has been selected as the State Farm Youth Board member representing State Farm's Pacific
Northwest zone. The Pacific Northwest zone consists of the states of Washington, Alaska, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana and Oregon. This will be a
one-year term from July 1, 2006-July 1, 2007. The stipend for this position is a $5000 scholarship, payable to a higher-education institution
of his choice upon successful completion of his term. They are very excited to have Karlo as part of their inaugural Board. They had over 600 applicants for this Board and his background and commitment to community helped him rise to the top! from Kathy Payne, Director-Education Leadership State Farm Insurance.

June 2006 Humanities & Arts Award Nominees

2005/06 1st Team SPSL and State Participants

June 6, 2006 - Jeffery C. W. from the Math, Science, Health and Fitness Academy was recently accepted to the American Mensa Foundation. Founded by two English Barristers in Great Britain in 1946, Mensa has a triple meaning in Latin of "Mind, Table, Month" which suggest a monthly meeting of great minds around a table. As an organization, Mensa has three purposes, which are outlined in it Constitution: to identify and foster human intelligence for the benefit of humanity; to encourage research into the nature, characteristics and uses of intelligence; and to provide a stimulating, intellectual and social environment for its members. Please help us to congratulate Jeff for his outstanding accomplishments!

June 1, 2006 - Congratulations to the Humanities & Arts Academy award nominees

May 30, 2006 - Congratulations to Junior Thomas J. who last week was one of 80 individuals who qualified and competed in the Boys 4A State Golf Tournament, held in Spokane. His shot a two round total of 146 or 2 over par, which was good for 8th place overall. Way to go Thomas.

May 25-28, 2006 - TBHS choirs traveled to Vancouver, Canada Thursday-Sunday to compete against 90 other bands and choirs of the US and Canada. Our students represented us well and were named runner up for the most cooperative and most spirited young musicians out of all that attended. The board of adjudicators felt that our kids were humble and easy to work with and embodied the attitude that all young groups should have! Our Concert Choir received a Bronze award and our Jazz Choir received a Silver award and the 3rd highest score for vocal Jazz! Way to go Beamer Choirs. Please congratulate these young musicians!

May 22, 2006 - The Federal Way Education Association each year gives two $1,000 scholarships to each Federal Way High School. This year winners for Todd Beamer are Amanda F. and Ashley H. These young ladies have an extreme passion to become an educator. Wish them the best of luck with in their career path.

Saturday, May 20 - the TBHS Concert Choir sang at TJ in the South Sound League Festival and received a rating of Excellent. Way to go TBHS Choirs!

May 18, 2006 - Please help us to congratulate Claudia P. (Humanities and Arts Academy) and David P. (Puget Sound Business and Industry Academy) for being selected to represent Todd Beamer High School and the Federal Way Public Schools at the 2006 Bilingual Leadership Development Camp. These are great kids and will represent us with class.

May 18, 2006 - Gregg M. received the Washington Award for Vocational Excellence (WAVE Scholarship). He has been attending OSC for the last two-years and has been a Todd Beamer Student since we opened.... This is a two-year scholarship for tuition, books, supplies, room, board, transportation and miscellaneous personal expenses. Amazing accomplishment, Gregg!

May 15, 2006 - Congratulations to the members of the Titan Fastpitch team named to the South Puget Sound League all-league team. Jade C. was also named to the Seattle Times all-area team naming her the best catcher in King and Snohomish Counties in 2006.

May 12, 2006 - The following Beamer Soccer players received SPSL All League Honors Peyton L., Forward, First Team; Sean D., Forward, Second Team; Tyler B., Midfield, First Team; Dalton T., Midfield, Honorable Mention; Brennen H., Defender, First Team; Taylor L., Defender, Second Team; Ricco S., Defender, Second Team

May 12, 2006 - Congratulations to TBHS Girl's Track who finished their season 5-1, 2nd place in their division. Irene D., Cecile D., Christina B., Shlonda B., Gina R.,Christina W., and Mckinley W. advance on to the West Central District Meet.

May 12, 2006 - Girl's Track finished their season 5-1 2nd place in their division.

May 11, 2006 - Morgan D. got 2nd place in DECA ICDC which is our international competition. It included all 50 states plus 4 extra countries. There were over 15,000 students to start the competition in her field, Full Service Restaurant, Management Level, with the top 433 going to nationals in Dallas Texas. Morgan had a 100 question test to take and 3 role plays. She placed top 10 in all 3 roll plays to get 2nd place at the entire event. Very nicely done!

May 11, 2006 - Todd Beamer High School Student Highlights Congratulations to Sheree J., Jennifer R., and Steven L. who were honored in Olympia on May 10 as Washington State Scholars. Sheree represents District 27 and Jennifer and Steven represent District 30. Each student will received a full ride scholarship to a Washington university.

May 11, 2006 - Congratulations to the TBHS Boys Track Team members who participated in the SPSL Championships last night in Sumner. Jason J. placed 3rd in the 100 meter dash and anchored the winning 4 x 100m relay team. Mark P. placed 4th in the 100m and 8th in the 400m. Evan C. participated in the shot put and Sam H. in the High Hurdles. Josh W and Justin D were also on the 4 x 100M SPSL championship team.

May 10, 2006 - Congratulations to our AFJROTC Unit for being chosen as AFJROTC Distinguished Unit. There were 260 units out of approx. 800 worldwide who were selected for this honor. Selected units had to reach or exceed their goals that impacted the school, community and the cadet corps. Our AFJROTC unit exceded their goals in all three areas. This is a unique achievement for a brand new AFJROTC program. Congatulations again to each cadet for their hard work.

May 8, 2006 - Congratulations TBHS Girls Tennis 2006 Division Champions

May 8, 2006 - Congratulations TBHS Boys Track 2006 Division Champions

May 1, 2006 - Congratulations Todd Beamer Mathematicans for your Certificate of Mastery on the American Mathematics Contest AMC 12, with the team scoring above 300.

April 19, 2006 - Masonic Education Council of Federal Way , Thornton F. McElroy Lodge #302
2005 – 2006 Outstanding Student Award Program Sponsored by the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Washington:
Outstanding Junior Class Students nominees from TBHS: Aaron C., Morgan D., Jonathon G., Joseph G.** , Jon H., Laurel M., Dan N., Erin S.** , Julie T., A-Reum Y. Joseph G. and Erin S. each won a $500 savings bond.

March 6, 2006 - The theme of the mural is "All means ALL". All means ALL is the belief that all students from all walks of life have all that is possibly needed for them to succeed. Anything that could be provided, will be provided. Through words and colors is how that idea is expressed: words of wisdom, encouragement, and inspiration. Every single word on the mural is a picture of you and that word. All means ALL includes all the people that are working together in making that idea a reality. In the mural, Flight 93 is shown as a remembrance of Todd Beamer and of the other 39 passengers, who died on 9/11. Forty passengers, one destiny. As my gift to the school, this mural is meant to encourage others to take advantage of what is given to them, to understand the words and make something of themselves. This mural was done with the help of teachers, staff, and faculty members and is a dedication to the students, parents, teachers, and staff of Todd Beamer High School. Class of 2006 – Humanities and Arts Academy - Jonathan A.

February 20, 2006 - Anthony H., senate page.

February 14, 2006 - The Boy's Swim and Dive team has done it again! For the second year running the Titan Boy's Swim and Dive Team has won the State Academic Championship. That's right, Beamer swimmers and divers are the smartest in the state. Way to go guys, Coach Carr will be in touch about this weekend's state meet.

Jan 25 - Congratulations to your TItan Gymnasts who swept their meet at Auburn! Kaylyn B finished 1st place in both all around and vault. Laura S finished 5th all around and 1st on floor. Karissa M contributed to the win with a 6th place all around finish

Jan 24 - The Boys Swim Team - congratulations to Kyle C, Kyle C and Jon H who all came away with wins while Charlie H grabbed first place in the diving competition. Great job!

Jan 20 - Beamer Jazz Choir sang at the Central Washington University Invitational Jazz Festival and came away with outstanding soloist awards for Jeramie L and Ashley M. Way to go Beamer Jazz Choir!

Jan 19 - Although the Boys Swim Team lost to the Federal Way Eagles in a tight meet, Jon H once again qualified for state, this time in the 100 backstroke!! Phil H and Grant U bettered their times; the real show came in the diving. Congrats to Charlie H and Jerad P who put on an amazing perfomance on the diving board. Way to go guys!

Jan 18 - Congratulations to the Beamer Gymnastics team for finishing 3rd in their meet at Kentwood Wednesday night. A huge performance by Karissa M on Vault gave her a perfect score! She also finished 4th on bars and 9th all around. Laura S had an excellent meet finishing 5th on vault and beam and 7th all around. It was Beamers night to shine on vault with 3 more gymnasts placing behind Karissa and Laura. Christina B's 8.5 landed her in 6th place. Nikki M's 8.2 put her in 9th and Karli T earned 10th with an 8.0 Way to go ladies! "

 In keeping with its commitment to educational and competitive endeavors, the Todd Beamer High School Speech and Debate Team took Florida by storm. It traveled over 3000 miles to compete at The 2006 Crestian at Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida from January 12-17. This water-logged team took some of its Northwest hospitality and soaked its competition.

Congratulations to Karlo L, who took 13th place in United States Extemporaneous Speaking. Katrina J and Chansie D also excelled, as both ended in the top thirty in Oral Interpretation. Lukas B, Michael J, and Jonah O brought the Student Congress a superior Northwest perspective. Jessica J represented the Northwest in Dramatic Interpretation along with Christa D and Mari D in Dual Interpretation. Andrea O and Annia Y made their mark in Public Forum Debate, competing in the Southeast for the first time. The students' performance was evaluated against almost 100 schools from across the United States, including schools from Ohio, Michigan, California, Iowa, Minnesota, Georgia, New York, and many others.

Congratulations to the dance team for a successful start to the competition season. The TBHS Dance Team traveled to Tahoma High School on Saturday for their first competition of the season where they proved they still have what it takes. They came home with a first place trophy in the dance category and a second place trophy in the hip hop category. Congratulations dancers!

November 21, 2005 - Beamer Musicians Selected for WIBC Honor Bands- Todd Beamer High School is proud to announce that three members of our Wind Ensemble band have been selected to perform in the Western International Band Clinic. These outstanding musicians auditioned and were selected among hundreds of applicants from many states. Steven L. on Trombone, Sean W. on French Horn, and Alex L. on Alto Saxophone performed on November 21, at the Red Lion Inn in Sea Tac. Congratulations to these three fine TBHS musicians!

If you know of a TBHS student or team accomplishment that should be added here, please email that information to the principal, Dr. Josh Garcia at jgarcia@fwps.org. Subject should include please post on student highlights webpage. Your recommendation will be considered and the committee will reply to you with the results. We adhere to District web policies including posting first name, last initial, as well as photographs with identifiable students only with written parent permission.