Director District 6

Gina Topp (she/her)

School Board President

Director Topp represents District 6, which includes West Seattle, South Park, and Georgetown.

She was elected to a four-year term in Nov. 2023.

Priorities for Seattle Public Schools: Gina’s priorities include ensuring equity in education for all students, cultivating safe and inclusive environments, empowering educators, and engaging parents and communities to create a collaborative educational system.

Professional Background: Gina’s career is centered on public service, notably as the chief legal counsel and policy advisor to the King County Executive. With experience handling complex policy and budget challenges, she prioritizes equity, accountability, and delivery of services. She currently operates a solo law practice dedicated to assisting small businesses and nonprofits succeed.

Advocacy for Mental Health Support: Mental health plays a crucial role in every student’s well-being. Gina’s personal experience with counseling during high school challenges, following her grandmother’s passing, drives her commitment to ensure every student has access to vital mental health support.

Educational Background: Gina is a proud “triple Dawg,” having earned a B.S. in Biology, a Juris Doctorate, and a Master of Tax Law from the University of Washington.

Family: Gina resides in West Seattle with her husband Ben and their young daughter.

Gina Topp looks forward to working collaboratively to create a school system where parents, educators, and students are excited about the start of each school day. Together, we can build an SPS where each and every child has the opportunity to thrive.

Elementary Schools

Alki Elementary
Arbor Heights Elementary
Concord International Elementary
Fairmount Park Elementary
Gatewood Elementary
Genessee Hill Elementary
Highland Park Elementary
Lafayette Elementary
Roxhill Elementary
Roxhill Elementary at E. C. Hughes
Sanislo Elementary
West Seattle Elementary

K-8 Schools

Louisa Boren STEM K-8
Pathfinder K-8

Middle Schools

Denny International Middle School
Madison Middle School
Southwest Interagency

High Schools

Chief Sealth International High School
Southwest Interagency
West Seattle High School

BEX/BTA Capital Programs Oversight Committee Liaison

To contact Director Topp, please email gktopp@seattleschools.org. To contact the entire school board, please email schoolboard@seattleschools.org.

Please be aware that written communications sent to Board Directors, including emails sent to this email address, are potentially subject to public disclosure, in whole or in part, pursuant to the Washington Public Records Act, RCW 42.56.