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.

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Family Letters

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

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Media Toolkit

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

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Social Media

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Instagram

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Recent Announcements and News

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

Garfield High School Welcomes Brandon Roy Home as Head Boys Basketball Coach

Garfield High School has announced the return of Brandon Roy as head boys basketball coach.

Aki Kurose Middle School Ground Breaking

Construction Kick-Off for Aki Kurose Middle School Project

Construction is now underway for the modernization and addition project at Aki Kurose Middle School

2026-27 School Year Calendar

View the school calendar dates for the 2026-27 school year.

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