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Number of Teams to Compete in Reading Challenge Finals

Eleven teams will compete in tonight’s final at Central Library …
Foundry10 WA Young Parent Success Scholarship

Scholarship Available for Teen Parents

Funds can be used to cover tuition, books and more…

2025-26 School Leader Appointments 

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.    These new appointments reflect the district’s ongoing commitment to fostering academic excellence and supporting diverse student needs.    As these leaders step into their roles, they are…
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Update: First Student and Bus Drivers in Contract Negotiations

We want to provide an update on contract negotiations between one of our bus providers, First Student, and Teamsters 174, the union representing their…
busses parked along the street

First Student and Bus Drivers in Contract Negotiations

One of Seattle Public Schools (SPS) contracted school bus providers, First Student, is currently in contract negotiations with Teamsters 174…
Superintendent Jones smiles at camera.

Dr. Brent Jones Announces Transition from Role as SPS Superintendent 

His last day with the district is September 3, 2025.
Students at a Desk

Highly Capable Program Update

Update on the Highly Capable (HC) program in Seattle Public Schools (SPS).
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CTE Offers Paid Career Quest Internships for Students

High school students can earn and learn this summer through Career and Technical Education Career Quest internships.
Students from Nathan Hale High School pose with exchange students from Naha High School in Okinawa, Japan. Photo by Zach Lee/Nathan Hale High School

Connecting Cultures

Nathan Hale Celebrates 50 Years of Educational and Cultural Exchange…
Students in the Pre-Apprenticeship program visit a Local 86 Ironworkers job site.

Building a Career in Construction Trades

Students Can Get a Jump Start Through the Pre-Apprenticeship Program…