WA state superintendent talks new school year
Nearly two weeks ago the Marysville School District said it was looking at a $28 million budget deficit. A new proposal brought that deficit down to $17 million. Now the clock is ticking with nine days until the first day of school. This morning, we hear from the Washington State Superintendent on what to expect this school year - not just budgets - but also major issues like student safety, mental health and staffing.
Nearly two weeks ago the Marysville School District said it was looking at a $28 million budget deficit. A new proposal brought that deficit down to $17 million. Now the clock is ticking with nine days until the first day of school. This morning, we hear from the Washington State Superintendent on what to expect this school year - not just budgets - but also major issues like student safety, mental health and staffing.
'Marysville deserves better': SD reveals school budget proposal to address $18M budget deficit
A new school budget proposal for the Marysville School District was unveiled Monday night to address an $18 million budget shortfall heading into the new school year.
A new school budget proposal for the Marysville School District was unveiled Monday night to address an $18 million budget shortfall heading into the new school year.
As Stanford holds out hope for ACC invitation, Oregon State and Washington State wait on Cardinal
Stanford has not given up on getting an invitation to join the Atlantic Coast Conference as its fellow Pac-4 members in the Pacific Northwest hope to rebuild their plundered league and wait to find out if the Cardinal are in.
Stanford has not given up on getting an invitation to join the Atlantic Coast Conference as its fellow Pac-4 members in the Pacific Northwest hope to rebuild their plundered league and wait to find out if the Cardinal are in.
Students sue Sumner-Bonney Lake school district over ex-coach's alleged sexual abuse
Four former students who came forward with allegations of sexual assault by an ex-Sumner High School basketball coach have now sued the school district for failing to protect them.
Four former students who came forward with allegations of sexual assault by an ex-Sumner High School basketball coach have now sued the school district for failing to protect them.
US colleges want to 'ChatGPT-proof' all assignments to stop cheating
ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence chatbots have become the go-to source for cheating in college.
ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence chatbots have become the go-to source for cheating in college.
Over 800,000 borrowers receiving billions of dollars in student loan debt forgiveness
The Biden administration announced in July that it would provide $39 billion in loan forgiveness for borrowers.
The Biden administration announced in July that it would provide $39 billion in loan forgiveness for borrowers.
Back to school: Supporting student's mental health
A recent report published by The Children's Alliance finds more than half of Washington kids experience anxiety or depression. The data has parents and educators seeking solutions to support student mental health.
A recent report published by The Children's Alliance finds more than half of Washington kids experience anxiety or depression. The data has parents and educators seeking solutions to support student mental health.
Going to college? What you need to know about student loans
If you’re heading to college or starting to think about where you’d like to apply, you’re probably considering options for funding your education. If you need to borrow money to pursue your dreams, you are far from alone.
If you’re heading to college or starting to think about where you’d like to apply, you’re probably considering options for funding your education. If you need to borrow money to pursue your dreams, you are far from alone.
WSU Board of Regents hold 'special meeting' Friday
The Washington State University Board of Regents is planning to hold a special meeting on Friday, days after several Pac-12 schools announced that they would be leaving conference in 2024.
The Washington State University Board of Regents is planning to hold a special meeting on Friday, days after several Pac-12 schools announced that they would be leaving conference in 2024.
Idaho sued by college professors over law they say criminalizes classroom abortion discussions
Six university professors and two teachers’ unions are suing Idaho over a law that they say violates their First Amendment rights by criminalizing teaching about pro-abortion viewpoints.
Six university professors and two teachers’ unions are suing Idaho over a law that they say violates their First Amendment rights by criminalizing teaching about pro-abortion viewpoints.
Director of Athletics Pat Chun discusses WSU's next moves following Pac-12 splinter
Washington State University and Oregon State University appear to be the big losers in the destabilization of the Pac-12 that’s bordering on complete collapse.
Washington State University and Oregon State University appear to be the big losers in the destabilization of the Pac-12 that’s bordering on complete collapse.
WSU, Oregon State ponder next moves after getting left out of college reshuffling
Washington State and Oregon State appear to be the big losers in the destabilization of the Pac-12 that’s bordering on complete collapse.
Washington State and Oregon State appear to be the big losers in the destabilization of the Pac-12 that’s bordering on complete collapse.
Top 100 most beautiful college campuses
Three universities in Washington state are featured in this years' list of most beautiful college campuses in the country.
Three universities in Washington state are featured in this years' list of most beautiful college campuses in the country.
Marysville partners with OSPI, balance school budget
Time is running out for the Marysville School District to get their budget in order for the upcoming school year.
Time is running out for the Marysville School District to get their budget in order for the upcoming school year.
Marysville schools reach agreement with OSPI to avoid massive budget shortfall
With an $18 million budget shortfall looming, the Marysville School District Board of Directors passed a resolution to enter binding conditions with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.
With an $18 million budget shortfall looming, the Marysville School District Board of Directors passed a resolution to enter binding conditions with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Back-to-school shopping to cost Americans more than ever amid inflation spike
Back-to-school shopping is expected to cost Americans a record amount this year, as shoppers face high inflation across the country.
Back-to-school shopping is expected to cost Americans a record amount this year, as shoppers face high inflation across the country.
Marysville SD to ask state for budget help
A projected budget shortfall for the upcoming school year has forced the Marysville School District into a financial bind.
A projected budget shortfall for the upcoming school year has forced the Marysville School District into a financial bind.
Conservative groups sue to block Biden plan that cancels $39B in student loans
The Education Department called the suit “a desperate attempt from right wing special interests to keep hundreds of thousands of borrowers in debt.”
The Education Department called the suit “a desperate attempt from right wing special interests to keep hundreds of thousands of borrowers in debt.”
Washington and Oregon leave behind heritage – and rivals – for stability in the Big Ten
A day after leaving behind more than a century as a tenant to the premier athletic conference on the West Coast, Washington’s leadership said stability was at the forefront of its decision to join the Big Ten Conference.
A day after leaving behind more than a century as a tenant to the premier athletic conference on the West Coast, Washington’s leadership said stability was at the forefront of its decision to join the Big Ten Conference.
UW discusses move to Big Ten Conference
The University of Washington held a virtual press conference on Saturday to discuss their decision to move to the Big Ten Conference.
The University of Washington held a virtual press conference on Saturday to discuss their decision to move to the Big Ten Conference.