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SPS Letters to Families

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

Recent Family Letters

Superintendent Jones on Medical Leave

Superintendent Jones on Medical Leave Dear Seattle Public Schools Community,  I want to share an important update regarding our Superintendent, Dr. Brent Jones.   Dr. Jones has begun temporary medical leave to address a personal health matter. While the nature of his condition is private, we fully support his decision to prioritize his well-being and wish […]

2025-26 School Leader Appointments 

Several schools are welcoming new principals for the 2025-26 school year, bringing fresh leadership and vision to their educational communities.

Supports for our Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community

Supports for our Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community Dear SPS Families,  Last week, we failed to serve our Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) community. At the School Board Engagement on May 7, we did not provide American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation. Parents from the DHH community were not able to access the meeting […]