Panther Lake
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WELCOME TO PANTHER LAKE ELEMENTARY!
Panther Lake Elementary, home of the Panthers, is located in Federal Way’s Kitts Corner neighborhood and serves scholars in grades PK-5.
ENROLL IN PANTHER LAKE
EARLY RELEASE FRIDAY
Friday is early release and schools are let out 75 minutes early
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
Attending school every day is a great opportunity to support learning & the growth of the whole child.
National Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month
September 15 marks the beginning of National Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month
Who We are Container
WHO WE ARE
Panther Lake Elementary, home of the Panthers, is located in Federal Way’s Kitts Corner neighborhood and serves scholars in grades PK-5. Our mission is to cultivate a safe learning environment that embraces cultural diversity, encourages scholars to take risks, and maintains high expectations for teaching and learning by: Providing culturally responsive instruction; fostering scholar voice; partnering with our community to broaden the learning experience for each scholar; and implementing school programming that develops the whole child in partnership with all stakeholders. Scholars also benefit from an array of school activities, clubs, and strong family, PTA, and community partnerships.
EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Federal Way Public Schools is excited to offer multiple in-person summer learning experiences for scholars again this summer. Space is limited so register early!
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Over 4,200 attend to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math
![Women's History Month 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741024615/fwpsorg/fsnkztlnepzvfph0e1v3/WHM2025_square.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741024615/fwpsorg/fsnkztlnepzvfph0e1v3/WHM2025_square.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741024615/fwpsorg/fsnkztlnepzvfph0e1v3/WHM2025_square.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741024615/fwpsorg/fsnkztlnepzvfph0e1v3/WHM2025_square.png","width":1080}])
Federal Way Public Schools is excited to celebrate Women's History Month this month! We’re joining alongside other celebrations nationwide with activities throughout our schools that showcase the contributions and lives of women throughout history.
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Wondering what makes STEAM Exploration Night so special? Here's five reasons to attend on March 13!
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When inclement weather is in the forecast, we have a plan in place to monitor actual weather and road conditions throughout the district. Learn about our process and how we notify families in case of a school closure or delayed start.
WHAT WE OFFER
Engaging Teaching & Learning
Clubs & Activities
Family Partnerships
