Summer Programs

Maritime|253 Summer Programming

Maritime|253 offers summer programming to all TPS and partnering district high school students. Two exclusive programs are offered only to students enrolled in Maritime|253. All programs are FREE and give students a chance to learn career skills and earn a $500 stipend at completion.

Enrollment

Current Enrollment Status	Maritime\|253 Summer Programs
Enrolled in Fall 2026 Maritime\|253 Courses	Eligible: Click here to enroll
Not enrolled for Maritime Courses, but currently attend TPS or Partner District School	Not Eligible

Maritime|253 Summer Program: 2nd Cycle

Dates: June 22-July 9, Monday - Thursday
Location: 2nd Cycle
1205 M.L.K. Jr Way, Tacoma, WA 98405
Program Description: Students engage in a hands-on, project-based learning experience where they build, repair, and analyze bicycles while exploring the broader role of transportation systems in engineering, logistics, and maritime industries. Through guided instruction and real-world application, students develop technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and an understanding of how mechanical systems connect to larger infrastructure and workforce pathways.

Are you currently enrolled in M|253? Click here to aPPly to maritime|253 summer programs!

For more information, please contact Liz Portela, Jobs 253 Coordinator, eportel@tacoma.k12.wa.us.

Maritime|253 Summer Program: Foss Waterway Seaport Marine Exploration

Dates: June 22 - July 9, Monday - Thursday
Location: Foss Waterway Seaport
705 Dock St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Program Description: Students engage in an immersive, hands-on exploration of the maritime industry at the Foss Waterway Seaport, gaining exposure to the wide range of careers that power the South Puget Sound region. Through interactive activities, industry guest speakers, and real-world learning experiences, students build awareness of maritime pathways while developing foundational knowledge of how the industry operates locally and globally.

Are you currently enrolled in M|253? Click here to aPPly to maritime|253 summer programs!

For more information, please contact Liz Portela, Jobs 253 Coordinator, eportel@tacoma.k12.wa.us.

Contact

(253) 571-4567
maritime253@tacoma.k12.wa.us