A Seattle mom’s searing letter to a truant officer In January, an “attendance specialist” from Whitman Middle School sent a form letter to a Seattle mom, which included a warning that her son being late to school could result in court action. This is that mother’s response: Cassie Daughtrey
Seattle School Board vacancies draw more than a dozen applicants Fifteen people have thrown their hats in the ring for the two open spots on the Seattle School Board. Sami West
When will Seattle get two new school board members? The Seattle School Board has laid out the next steps for filling two empty board seats, and will consider changes to its residency policy next month. Sami West
2 Seattle school board members resign following questions about where they live Vivian Song and Lisa Rivera announced their resignations, effective Friday, in a joint statement. Sami West
Should social media pay for addicting kids? Seattle schools lawsuit gains steam A year into Seattle Public Schools' lawsuit against social media companies, the case is gaining traction. Sami West
Washington schools chief encourages educators to embrace AI and use it in class Washington’s top education official wants educators across the state to embrace AI in the classroom. Sami West
Seattle Public Schools wins nearly $2 million in vaping lawsuit Four years ago, Seattle Public Schools joined districts across the state and country to sue JUUL Labs and other vaping companies. Sami West
New Seattle schools fiscal plan: No closures next year, but 'nothing is off the table' The Seattle School Board on Wednesday gave its stamp of approval to a financial stabilization plan that includes no school closures for next school year. Sami West
Seattle students push city to boost mental health funding in schools The Seattle City Council is set to approve it's 2024 budget this week, and students are hopeful it'll include $20 million to expand mental health resources in schools across the city. Sami West
Seattle families are relieved — but still worried — now that school closures are off the table next year With Seattle schools spared from closures next school year, some parents and educators breathed a sigh of relief on Wednesday — at least temporarily. Sami West