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Custodial Recruitment

We’re looking for dedicated people who take pride in their work to help maintain our schools!…

Advanced Learning Eligibility Results

The Advanced Learning Department is happy to report an increase in students furthest from educational justice who have been identified for advanced learning services. This change demonstrates a commitment to our strategic plan, Seattle Excellence, by changing broken systems and undoing legacies of racism in public education to ensure students furthest away from educational…

Boo Balkan Foster, 2021 Regional Teacher of the Year

Balkan Foster 2022 Regional Teacher of the Year

Boo Balkan Foster Recognized as 2022 Regional Teacher of the Year We are thrilled to announce that the Puget Sound Educational Service District (PSESD) has recognized Boo Balkan Foster of Seattle Public Schools as the Regional Teacher of the Year! Boo Balkan Foster is a šəqačib teacher…

Boo Balkan Foster poses for a photo holding an award

Balkan Foster the Enduring Spirit Award

Boo Balkan Foster Receives the Enduring Spirit Award Congratulations to Boo Balkan Foster who received the 2021 Enduring Spirit Award! Presented by the Native Action Network, award recipients are honored for their lifetime commitment to building strong, healthy Native communities and intergenerational connection. Leaders like Boo have advocated powerfully for…

No Landmark Status for Existing Mercer International Middle School

No Landmark Status for Existing Mercer International Middle School On Wednesday May 19, 2021, the City of Seattle voted against designating the current Mercer International Middle School building as a landmarked structure, allowing for the construction of a new school building. Seattle voters approved the Building Excellence V Capital Levy…