• What is Running Start?
• Running Start is a state-wide program that allows high school students the option of taking classes at community and/or technical colleges. Each college course completed can earn both high school and college credit. The eligible Running Start student may take up to six quarters.
  • Eligibility Requirements
  • Opportunities Available Through Running Start
  • Is Running Start a good choice for you?

Whatcom Community College (WCC) and Bellingham Technical College (BTC) are the most common institutions that Bellingham School District students use for Running Start. Currently, the District has approximately 350 students enrolled at WCC or BTC. Running Start Information Meetings are held at WCC throughout the year. BTC offers admission testing at Sehome's campus throughout the year. For additional information, please contact Ms. Schwenke, the Running Start Coordinator or check out the sites listed below.

Whatcom Community College	Bellingham Technical College
Assessment Testing	Assessment Testing
Course & Credit Equivalencies	Course & Credit Equivalencies
WCC Running Start Web Site	BTC Career Center Web Site

Daily Bulletin
The Sehome bulletin is posted daily on the SHS Web Page for Running Start students to keep updated on the latest activities and information.

Running Start Newsletter (PDF)

For information or to make an appointment contact:

Martha Zender
Running Start Coordinator
Phone: (360) 676-6482, Ext. 5259

Email: mzender@bham.wednet.edu