WA superintendent urges lawmakers to plug public school funding shortfalls
Days after revealing his budgetary wishlist for Washington's public schools, State Superintendent Chris Reykdal is asking legislators for $3.7 billion to help make up a huge funding shortfall.
WA school districts investigating 'racist activity' during football game
Comments made at a recent Oak Harbor football game may qualify as “racist activity."
Seattle Public Schools cancels upcoming community meetings amid closure uproar
Seattle Public Schools is canceling all upcoming community meetings in the midst of a public uproar, following the district's decision to close 21 schools to address a looming budget crisis.
Seattle community adjusting after fire sweeps through preschool, daycare
Outside flames made their way into Mt Baker Preschool on Sunday morning. Seattle Fire say there were no injuries.
Seattle-area schools step up security after online post, despite ‘no credible threats’
Several Seattle-area schools heightened security Friday morning after vague threats were made on Tiktok.
WA governor candidates focus on school funding
The Washington superintendent's $3 billion biennial budget proposal was sent to the governor this week, but until the election is decided, it's nothing more than a wish list.
Parents fill Seattle Public Schools meeting after school closures announcement
More than 300 students and parents rallied outside Seattle Public Schools headquarters, asking for the board to say no to plans to potentially close more than 20 local schools.
Families rally against Seattle school closures amid $104M budget crisis
Parents and students rallied outside Seattle Public Schools headquarters, demanding an alternative to school closures as the district faces a $104 million budget shortfall.
Seattle Public Schools holds board meeting after releasing closure list
A Seattle Public Schools board meeting is underway as parents and students rally outside, calling for no school closures.
Mom, former Bellevue teacher speaks out against Seattle school closures
Former Bellevue teacher Lauren Jensen witnessed firsthand the impacts of school closures on students, staff, and the community. Now, she fears the same fate for Seattle’s students and families.
Bonney Lake, WA middle school threats 'unsubstantiated'
Bonney lake parents and law enforcement were on alert Tuesday as police investigated threats to Lakeridge Middle school, however they were found to be unsubstantiated.
Seattle Public Schools parents voice concerns over closures, rezoning
As Seattle Public Schools moves forward with potential closures and rezoning plans to aid a $100 million deficit; parents are raising concerns about the impact these changes will have on communities.
Seattle Public Schools unveils plans to close up to 21 elementary schools
The closures would address the district's $100 million budget crisis.
Seattle Public Schools unveils 2 plans to close up to 21 elementary schools
The closures would address the district's $100 million budget crisis.
Highline Public Schools set to reopen Thursday without internet access
Programming for the district’s online learning academies is still to be determined.
Washington school district signs on to plant-based meal pledge
More than 20,000 students in King and Snohomish counties will soon have many more plant-based options for their school lunch menus.
Highline schools in WA closed Wednesday due to ongoing technology investigation
In addition to classes being canceled for the third day, all school activities, athletics and meetings are also canceled.
WA man alleges years of sexual abuse at Catholic school in Seattle
A Shoreline man is suing the Seattle Catholic Archdiocese for protecting a priest he says groomed and sexually abused him in the early 1980s at St. John Catholic School.
Highline Public Schools in WA to stay closed Tuesday due to ongoing cyberattack
The district will remain closed on Tuesday, Sept. 10, as it continues to investigate unauthorized activity on its technology systems.