Celebrating the Best in Leadership

Community shows its appreciation during Raj Manhas Day
More than 300 community members applauded and celebrated the legacy and accomplishments of Seattle Public Schools Superintendent Raj Manhas at a special Rotary Club of Seattle meeting on May 9 at McCaw Hall. Manhas announced he was leaving the School District at the end of the school year. Rotary Club of Seattle declared May 9 "Raj Manhas Day" in his honor.
Safety video nominated for Northwest Regional Emmy Award
A Seattle Public Schools safety video, “ Emergency Management: Your Child’s Safety at School,” produced by the Safety and Security Department, has been nominated for the Northwest Regional Emmy Awards that will be held on June 2. The 30-minute video outlines the vital roles that parents, caregivers and the community play in helping schools create a safe and secure environment for all students. It also describes the district’s emergency preparedness plans, and provides practical advice on how we can all work together to provide for the best possible outcome in any emergency situation.

Seattle Public School employees honored for work in diversity contracting
 Silas Potter and Fred Stephens were honored for helping women and minority contractors through the Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) program at Seattle Public Schools. Potter, the district’s HUB coordinator was honored with the Walle Ralkowski Award for his dedication and commitment to diversity in contracting. Stephens, the District’s executive director of facilities, was also recognized with the Crystal Eagle Award for economic development in relation to public contracting.