School closures: Track closings, delays in western WA for Thursday, Feb. 13

Some Western Washington school bus routes have been changed or canceled on Thursday, Feb. 13 due to winter weather. Check the status of your district here.

MSHSL's transgender athlete policy under investigation by US Department of Education

The United States Department of Education announced an investigation into the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) after the state organization previously said it will allow students to participate in sports consistent with their gender identity.

Trump plans to shut down US Department of Education: How this will impact the country
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"In an effort to cut down on spending, President Donald Trump wants to shut down the U.S. Department of Education. Joining us live on Good Day Seattle to discuss how this will impact children, families, and students is Becky Pringle, president of the National Education Association.

Latest WA special election results
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Preliminary results are coming in for Washington February Special Election.

How far COVID set students back: State-by-state report card

New data offers a look at how students nationwide are performing academically following the pandemic. Here's what the report found.

What is Prop 1, Prop 2? A look at Seattle's special February election

Tuesday, Feb. 11, is the deadline for Washington's special election. People in Seattle are focusing on school funding. Here's what each proposition means

Former UW, NBA star Nate Robinson has successful kidney transplant

Former University of Washington and NBA guard Nate Robinson is recovering after undergoing a successful kidney transplant last week..

Shooting puts Seattle school building on lockdown Monday

A Seattle elementary school was put on lockdown Monday after a nearby shooting put bullets through campus windows.

WA February special election involves education
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On Tuesday, voters around Washington state will hit the polls and cast their ballot for the February special election. A majority of the measures on the ballot concern our schools.

Elizabeth Cantwell named WSU's new president, first female to take job

Washington State University announced Dr. Elizabeth “Betsy" R. Cantwell as the university’s next president, marking the first time a woman will hold the role.

Washington State University's new president
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Dr. Elizabeth R. Cantwell has been named WSU's 12th president, making her the first woman to hold the position in the university's 135-year history.

UW's new president to bring 'transformative learning experiences'

A new and historic era is on the horizon for the University of Washington, as the school's next president will be UW's first African American to take office.

New UW president making history
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A new and historic era is on the horizon for the University of Washington, as the school's next president will be UW's first African American to take office.

Washington Senate passes changes to parental rights in education

The amendments, which included removing parental notice of medical services or treatments for their children, were passed on a party-line vote.

Is FAFSA part of the Education Department? And other things to know

Managing the FAFSA is a key role of the Department of Education. Here are other things to know as President Trump is evaluating the function and future of the department.