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Dr. Brent Jones Announces Transition from Role as SPS Superintendent 

His last day with the district is September 3, 2025.
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Highly Capable Program Update

We are writing to provide you with an 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…
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Enrollment Open for Parent Education Course to Support Student Learning

SPS families are invited to join Family Connectors University, an online course to help caregivers support their child’s growth. Space is limited.
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First Bell February Edition

Watch the latest edition of “First Bell,” the Seattle Public Schools news broadcast.
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Important Health Coverage Tax Documents

IRS 1095 forms will not be automatically mailed this year.
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A Huge Thank You to our Voters!

A huge thank you to our voters! Based on the current election results, both Proposition 1 (Educational Programs & Operations Levy) and Proposition 2 (Building Excellence Capital Levy) are passing.   We are grateful for the…

Seattle Public Schools Shout Outs

We’re celebrating students and staff whose accomplishments go beyond the classroom.

Nominate an Outstanding SPS Educator!

Nominate an amazing principal, educator, counselor, or staff member making a difference in Seattle Public Schools…
SPS All-Stars Beacon of Hope winners Mary McDaniel, Sam Cristol, Helen Zhou, Josie Haley, and Carlos Vera

Guiding Lights: SPS All-Star Awards

Beacon of Hope Award Winners are Creating a Sense of Belonging for Students and Staff …