Seattle Public Schools

Calendars and News

Seattle Public Schools Calendar and News

School Year Dates

20
Dec
Early Dismissal
December 20
23
Dec
Admissions Office Closed
December 23 – January 3
23
Dec
Winter Break, No School
December 23 – January 3
20
Jan
District Calendar

See all district events and meetings on the full district calendar.

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District News

SPS Students to Compete in FIRST LEGO League Challenge, Dec. 14-15

MEDIA ADVISORY   Contact:   Sophia Charchuk, Seattle Public Schools Communications Specialist at spsmedia@seattleschools.org; 206-252-0203  Students from 24 SPS Schools Compete in the FIRST LEGO League Challenge—A LEGO Robotic Competition  Seattle Public Schools…
SPS Principals from left to right: Rena Deese, Caine Lowery, Mary McDaniel, Jeffrey Lam, Melissa Gray, Eric Marshall

School Leader Hiring Pool

Our district is currently welcoming applications for principals and assistant principals in the 2025-26 School Leader Pools.
SPS All-Star Super Support Staff Award Winners Tracie Twitchell, Carnell Sheppard, and Corey Sampson

SPS All-Stars: It’s Their Time to Shine

District awards staffers who are making a difference outside the classroom…
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Mark Your Calendar for the Black College Expo

More than 50 colleges will be there, ready to waive application fees and accept students on the spot.
Two people and a child speak with an SPS staff member at the Admissions Fair

Admissions Fair

Join us to ask questions about the upcoming school year, learn more about Open Enrollment for School Choice, and the many SPS outstanding programs!…
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Update on School Closures and Consolidations

Withdrawal of school closure and consolidation plan.

Statement on Withdrawal of School Closure Recommendations

A statement from Seattle Public Schools on the withdrawal of school closure recommendations.
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First Bell November Edition

Watch the latest edition of “First Bell,” the Seattle Public Schools news broadcast.
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School Levies on February 2025 Ballot

Please remember to vote by Tuesday, February 11, 2025.
Volunteer working with student on Hour of Code

Enrollment Open for Parent Education Course to Support Student Learning

All SPS families are invited to join Family Connectors University, a family-focused online course to help caregivers support their child’s growth.
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Nathan Hale and Wedgwood closed today, Nov. 21, 2024

Nathan Hale and Wedgwood are still without power after Tuesday’s windstorm. These schools are closed for today, Nov. 21, 2024…
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District Launches Monthly Staff Recognition Awards

We are now taking nominations for the SPS Beacon of Hope Award, staff members who are helping to create a sense of belonging for their school.