For more information about career planning, visit our Career Counselor, Kristin Langguth & CTE Secretary Michelle Haney in
our Career Center located in Room #125. College information may be found on the College Application Process page.
WST 2025-2026 School Calendar
WST Course Guide 2025-2026
Students can apply at: https://wst.smapply.org/
West Sound Technical Skills Center (WST) provides professional career training and college preparation as part of the public educational system at no cost to students between the ages of 16 and 21 and in grades 11 or 12.
Classes are three periods in length (2.5 hours per day, 5 days per week) and prepare students for both careers AND college readiness, featuring hands-on training and a focus on employability skills.
Klahowya students attend first session (AM) from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM Bus transportation provided by CKSD.
All programs offered at West Sound Tech satisfy a high school elective credit requirement for graduation or a career and technical education credit. Most programs offer high school equivalency credit/cross credit (see individual program description).
Students may also be able to earn additional community college credit free through the CTE Dual Credit process in selected programs indicated.
WST registration typically begins in late January to February. See our Career Counselor or Secretary on how to enroll. Regular daily attendance is critical at West Sound Tech.
For more information, please call 360.473.0550. Or visit westsoundtech.org.
Friday, October 10, 2025
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
The ASVAB test is available at Klahowya for any student interested in a future in the military or in career exploration. The ASVAB can also be used as a Required Graduation Pathway. The test is free and sign ups are in the SSC. If you have any questions, contact Kristin Langguth KristinL@ckschools.org or Michelle Haney at MichelleHa@ckschools.org
Date: Feb/March - To be announced!
Email Ms. Langguth or Mrs. Haney if you would like to be notified when the position is announced.
To do list:
Create profile on USA Jobs - www.usajobs.gov
Create resume specifically for PSNS
Schedule an appointment with Ms. Langguth or Mrs. Haney for help and/or questions:
Are you interested in becoming a skilled craftsman in a trade at Puget Sounds Naval Shipyard? If you are, please book an appointment with Ms. Langguth or Mrs. Haney to get more information about the PSNS Work Study Program.
We are here for you to answer questions, help with the application process, prepare for interviews, help you meet deadlines and other obstacles that might keep you from this paid opportunity.
Dates:
Application is tentatively open Winter 2026
Work usually begins in June.
To do list:
Create profile on USA Jobs - www.usajobs.gov
Create resume specifically for PSNS
Schedule an appointment with Ms. Langguth or Mrs. Haney for help and/or questions.
Earn high school credit by working or doing volunteer work while in high school. This looks fabulous on your college applications and on job resumes showing that you can be responsible to your employer and succeed in your academic classes. Get real life experience with real jobs. See Ms. Langguth or Mrs. Andersen for more information.