Seattle Public Schools

Public Affairs

Media Relations

Seattle Public Schools Media Relations

Media contact: spsmedia@seattleschools.org

Media Relations is part of Seattle Public Schools Public Affairs. The purpose is to assist professional media outlets and professional journalists gathering information for story production.

SPS Media Relations is the journalist’s resource for:

  • Interviews with SPS staff
  • Photo/b-roll opportunities
  • Data and information

Please note: for non-journalists seeking to capture content in any SPS building, direct inquiries to SPS Building Rentals.

News Releases, Media Advisories, and Statements

Official district communications shared with news outlets.

Family Letters

Letters, videos, and more shared with SPS staff and families.

Newsletter

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Media Toolkit

Official SPS branding, logos, color palette, leadership portraits, fast facts and figures.

Social Media

Recent Announcements and News

Learn about what’s going on at the district and in schools!

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Superintendent Shuldiner with two Decatur students

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