School closures: Track closings, delays in western Washington for Thursday, November 21
Some western Washington school districts will be closed or delayed on Thursday, Nov. 21 due to the lingering effects of the “bomb cyclone" storm.
School closures: Track closings, delays in western Washington for Wednesday, November 20
Some western Washington school districts will be closed or delayed on Wednesday, Nov. 20 because of the damaging “bomb cyclone" storm.
Frustration grows as parents question SPS leadership, budget priorities
Inside the John Stanford Center, tensions mirrored the stormy weather as parents expressed frustration with district leadership.
Frustration grows as parents question SPS leadership, budget priorities
Inside the John Stanford Center, tensions mirrored the stormy weather as parents expressed frustration with district leadership.
Marysville School District finalizes 3 school closure proposals
The Marysville School District recently released three proposals for school closures in order to make up roughly $2 million in budget shortfalls.
SPS holds school closure meeting at Sanislo Elementary
Parents had a lot of questions and showed many emotions at another Seattle Public Schools community meeting about school closures.
USDA to halt school lunch processing fees for low-income families
The U.S. Department of Agriculture says that students eligible for free or reduced price school meals cannot be charged processing fees beginning in 2027.
Media cameras barred from Seattle Public Schools meeting on school closure plan
After months of back and forth about school closures, Seattle Public Schools is moving forward with its consolidation plan.
Seattle Public Schools holds meeting on school closures
Parents at Sacajawea Elementary say they're stressed after it was announced the school will close in the 2025-26 school year, some worried about equity for special needs students.
SPS superintendent on school consolidations: ‘We’re investing in Seattle’s future’
SPS Superintendent Brent Jones, who attended Seattle schools himself, acknowledged the challenge ahead for families.
King County Sheriff's Office shares PSA on school hoax threats
The King County Sheriff's Office is out with a new PSA on school hoaxes, asking those behind the fake threats to think about the consequences before making that call.
Parents, students rally against Seattle school closures
Parents, kids and teachers showed up outside of Sacajawea Elementary School before class on Wednesday, rallying against Seattle Public Schools' plan to plug a $94 million budget shortfall by closing four schools.
‘It's heartbreaking’; Parents, students rally against Seattle school closures
Parents and kids showed up outside of Sacajawea Elementary School on Wednesday, rallying against Seattle Public Schools' plan to plug a $94 million budget shortfall by closing four schools.
Marysville School District holds final meeting on potential school closures
The Marysville School District hosted a final meeting on potential school closures Monday night, though they're not considering any specific schools to close their doors.
Whooping cough cases confirmed at Bothell High School in WA
Bothell High School administration confirms Friday there are identified cases of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, at the school.
Seattle Public Schools appoints new security leadership amid safety concerns
Seattle Public Schools is making strides toward improving student safety with the recent appointment of José Curiel Morelos as the Executive Director of Safety and Security.
Seattle Public Schools moves ahead with 4-school closure plan, merger
Superintendent Dr. Brent Jones shared the details in an email Thursday noting that four schools would close next year as part of an effort to stabilize the district's finances.