Seattle Public Schools weigh which elementary schools to close in 2025
Seattle Public Schools (SPS) is moving closer to deciding which 20 elementary schools may be closed for the 2025–2026 school year, as the district grapples with a $100 million budget deficit.
WA Superintendent Reykdal issues guidance to curb cell phones in classrooms
The guidance suggests that school leaders develop policies with consistent expectations for students, staff and families.
Everett School District to start school Sept. 4, but questions linger
Parents and students learned that the first day of school for the Everett School District is on September 4, but without a calendar, it's worrying those trying to make future plans.
Seattle Public Schools to invest $14.5M in mental health, student safety
As the new school year approaches, Seattle Public Schools (SPS) is set to implement a plan for student safety and mental health support, though with nearly half the budget promised.
Free vaccine clinics at King County back-to-school events
Schools are hoping to get ahead of a surge in COVID-19 activity with back-to-school vaccine events.
Yelm Middle and High School sports programs face cuts after failed levy
Yelm schools have already cut 100 positions across the district, after a levy failed to pass. Now, middle and high school sports programs are next on the chopping block.
Here's how much WA teachers spend out of their own pockets on supplies
The study ranked Washington as the 11th highest in the nation.
