Maritime High School Partners with Harbor Island Shipyard to Launch New Marine Construction Pathway

Maritime High School (MHS), a public choice school in the Highline School District operated in partnership with Northwest Maritime, Port of Seattle, and the Duwamish River Community Coalition, announces the expansion of its maritime-focused curriculum with the addition of a third educational pathway, Marine Construction, which will be made available to students entering grade 11

August is Make-a-Will Month

Whether you’re 18 or 80, everyone needs a will, no matter how much money you might have. Now is a great time to gain peace of mind by planning for the future.  Top 10 Reasons to Have an Estate Plan (adapted from FreeWill.com) ⚓⚓⚓ An attorney is still your best advisor when it comes to

The Ultimate Guide to the 2024 Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival

Welcome to your ultimate online guide to this year’s most anticipated wooden boat celebration! Get an exclusive preview of a story from the soon-to-be-released festival program. Explore the highlights, special events, and activities of this year’s festival. Plan your experience with our detailed schedule, and prepare to immerse yourself in the vibrant community spirit and

Maritime High School Students Complete Year One of Marine Engineering Program

Our intrepid cohort of 17 Maritime High School juniors completed the first half of their two-year Marine Engineering Tech program at Seattle Maritime Academy (SMA). All the students have either completed or almost completed their paperwork to receive their Merchant Mariner Credentials as Ordinary Seaman/Wipers, and will continue next year to complete the remaining coursework.  

MHS Mentors Connect Students to Maritime Careers

Maritime High School’s Mentorship Program is an important component of the school’s educational design. Paired with professionals from across the maritime field, students explore career paths while practicing networking skills and beginning to build a professional network. Mentors connect directly with 10th-grade students, join other mentors and student cohorts at our semi-annual Mentor Breakfasts, and

Salish Sea Expeditions: Curiosity at Sea

by Simona Clausnitzer, School Programs Manager As the evening dusk lingers, stars begin to appear in the sky. Students gather on deck—it’s been an action-packed day of sailing and science, but they have one last task before bed. They whisper excitedly (frantically) to each other as they gently lower their creation into the water.  Earlier

Charting a Course: The PTMA Pathway to Maritime Careers

By Robin Mills, NWM Program Director Pride, inspiration, and validation. I felt all of it and more tonight at the end-of-the-year celebration for the Port Townsend Maritime Academy (PTMA), our maritime Career and Tech Education (CTE) program. Northwest Maritime developed PTMA in 2018 in partnership with Port Townsend School District and Bremerton’s West Sound Technical Skills

Summer Fun at Northwest Maritime

This summer, make your way to Northwest Maritime’s Port Townsend campus for memorable maritime adventures. Perfect for day-trippers or those seeking a casual visit, our summer activities offer something for everyone. Visit Our New Welcome Center Your adventure begins at our new Welcome Center, the gateway to our campus and the hub of activity at