Cherry blossoms at UW: Peak bloom expected mid-March
The University of Washington will be welcoming visitors back this month to enjoy the iconic cherry blossoms in the Quad.
The University of Washington will be welcoming visitors back this month to enjoy the iconic cherry blossoms in the Quad.
Panel opts against new vaccine requirement for Washington schools
A state advisory group has decided against recommending a COVID-19 vaccine requirement for students in K-12 schools.
A state advisory group has decided against recommending a COVID-19 vaccine requirement for students in K-12 schools.
Seattle Public Schools to lift mask mandate March 14
Seattle Public Schools will lift its mask mandate Monday, March 14, the district announced.
Seattle Public Schools will lift its mask mandate Monday, March 14, the district announced.
What is the 'Don't Say Gay' bill? What supporters, critics say about Florida's House Bill 1557
Florida House Bill 1557, a parental rights education bill dubbed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill by critics, has become a subject of contention in the state.
Florida House Bill 1557, a parental rights education bill dubbed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill by critics, has become a subject of contention in the state.
100K student loan borrowers eligible for debt relief under new rules, Dept. of Education says
The U.S. Department of Education says they have identified 100,000 borrowers eligible for student loan debt cancellation under a new change made by the agency to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
The U.S. Department of Education says they have identified 100,000 borrowers eligible for student loan debt cancellation under a new change made by the agency to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
UW to bring back in-person graduation ceremonies
For the first time in two years, University of Washington is bringing back in-person commencement ceremonies—including for students who graduated virtually in 2020 and 2021.
For the first time in two years, University of Washington is bringing back in-person commencement ceremonies—including for students who graduated virtually in 2020 and 2021.
School mask debate not over despite Gov. Inslee's announcement to lift mask mandate
Even with Gov. Jay Inslee’s announcement that the indoor mask mandate will be lifted at schools come March 12, the debate over masks is not over.
Even with Gov. Jay Inslee’s announcement that the indoor mask mandate will be lifted at schools come March 12, the debate over masks is not over.
NAACP calls WIAA men's high school basketball playoff rankings 'discriminatory'
Friday, The NAACP said the WIAA’s system for ranking men’s high school basketball for the state championship playoffs is discriminatory.
Friday, The NAACP said the WIAA’s system for ranking men’s high school basketball for the state championship playoffs is discriminatory.
Low student engagement major source of teacher stress, survey finds
Teachers say keeping students engaged is harder than ever with the COVID-19 pandemic and they’re looking for new ways to keep students interested.
Teachers say keeping students engaged is harder than ever with the COVID-19 pandemic and they’re looking for new ways to keep students interested.
Bus company faces hundreds of safety violations
A school bus company operating throughout Washington State, is facing huge fines for not following safety requirements
A school bus company operating throughout Washington State, is facing huge fines for not following safety requirements
Education Department erases $415M in student loan debt for 16,000 borrowers
In total, the Biden administration has approved $2 billion in loan forgiveness for students allegedly defrauded by their schools.
In total, the Biden administration has approved $2 billion in loan forgiveness for students allegedly defrauded by their schools.
Former UW Husky speaks openly about mental health with clothing line
Former University of Washington Huskies are speaking openly about mental health and have created a clothing line to have those discussions.
Former University of Washington Huskies are speaking openly about mental health and have created a clothing line to have those discussions.
Richland school board reinstates mask mandate to March 21 following state announcement
The Richland School Board on Tuesday narrowly voted to end the mandate in local schools, effective immediately. Now, the Richland School District is under 'emergency closure' while they plan a path forward.
The Richland School Board on Tuesday narrowly voted to end the mandate in local schools, effective immediately. Now, the Richland School District is under 'emergency closure' while they plan a path forward.
Washington mask mandate: Students will no longer have to wear masks as of March 21
Gov. Jay Inslee announced on Thursday that the indoor mask mandate would be lifted on March 21. This impacts restaurants, bars, gyms, churches, and schools.
Gov. Jay Inslee announced on Thursday that the indoor mask mandate would be lifted on March 21. This impacts restaurants, bars, gyms, churches, and schools.
Nearly 50 Eastern WA superintendents call for end to mask mandate
Superintendents of school districts across Eastern Washington have signed a letter urging state leaders to end the mask mandate.
Superintendents of school districts across Eastern Washington have signed a letter urging state leaders to end the mask mandate.
Northeast WA school district ends face mask requirement, state threatens to withhold funding
A northeastern Washington school district is risking state funding by no longer requiring face masks for students and staff.
A northeastern Washington school district is risking state funding by no longer requiring face masks for students and staff.
Washington Senate approves seismic safety bill for schools
The Washington Senate has unanimously approved a measure that would allow older schools at high risk of threat from earthquakes or tsunamis to get state dollars to replace or retrofit buildings.
The Washington Senate has unanimously approved a measure that would allow older schools at high risk of threat from earthquakes or tsunamis to get state dollars to replace or retrofit buildings.
Washington state superintendent wants mask mandate lifted in schools
A day after Gov. Jay Inslee announced that Washington state will lift its outdoor mask mandate on Feb. 18, the state’s Superintendent of Public Instruction weighed in on when he’d like to see the mandate lifted in schools.
A day after Gov. Jay Inslee announced that Washington state will lift its outdoor mask mandate on Feb. 18, the state’s Superintendent of Public Instruction weighed in on when he’d like to see the mandate lifted in schools.
You Decide: Washington state special election results for Feb. 8, 2022
School districts across Washington are asking voters to support major projects. Dozens of bond requests and levies are on the ballot for the special election on Feb. 8.
School districts across Washington are asking voters to support major projects. Dozens of bond requests and levies are on the ballot for the special election on Feb. 8.
Feb. 8 special election: What's on the ballot in Washington state?
Many school districts in Washington state are asking for something in this special election - tens of millions of dollars and dozens of major projects are at stake.
Many school districts in Washington state are asking for something in this special election - tens of millions of dollars and dozens of major projects are at stake.