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SPS Continuity of Operations Plan

Read about data points that officials are monitoring and the district’s outbreak response plan.

Interim Superintendent

At the February 24, 2021 regular school board meeting, the interim superintendent contract for Dr. Brent Jones was approved.

Attendance Procedure Changes for Excused Absences

In December 2020, and in preparation for a return to in-person instruction, Superintendent Procedure 3121SP, Attendance was revised to implement a new state law requirement and added three new district-created attendance criteria based on student, family, and community feedback. New Criteria for Excused Absences…

Budget Shortfall for 2021-22 and Beyond

Budget Shortfall for 2021-22 and Beyond Next school year, Seattle Public Schools will have a $69.8 million budget shortfall. While next year’s budget reductions will be challenging, more significant shortfalls are projected beginning in 2022-23. Without an increase of revenue, public education services and supports will be reduced. SPS has…

Wing Luke Elementary School Construction Enters Final Stages

Wing Luke Elementary School Construction Enters Final Stages The new Wing Luke Elementary School is nearly complete! Join Principal Carol Mendoza as she visits to see the final stages of construction. This school replacement project was funded by the Building Excellence IV Capital Levy (BEX IV), which was approved by…