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Capital Programs Oversight Committee Seeks New Members

Applications are now being accepted for membership on the Capital Programs Oversight Committee.

Survey on Graduation Locations for 2026 and 2027  

2026-2027 Graduation Locations The 2025 high school graduations marked the last time we will celebrate in the current version of Seattle Public Schools’ Memorial Stadium—an iconic venue that has hosted generations of students and families. …
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2025-26 School Year Calendar

View the school calendar dates for the 2025-26 school year.
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Last Day of School Dismissal

On this day, students will be dismissed 60 minutes early based on your school’s Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri schedule — NOT the usual Wednesday early dismissal…
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Memorial Stadium Open House & Preview Event 

The free event is scheduled for 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, June 26, at Memorial Stadium (401 5th Ave. North) on the Seattle Center campus.
2025 Seattle Schools Scholarship Fund Award Recipients

Congratulations Seattle Schools Scholarship Awardees

Each spring, Seattle Schools Scholarship Fund awards scholarships in recognition of students for their tenacity and contribution to their community.
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SPS All-Star Awards: A Celebration of Spirit, Smiles, and School Pride!  

This year, Seattle Public Schools launched the All-Star Awards to shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes.
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Seattle Public Schools Shout Outs

We’re celebrating students and staff whose accomplishments go beyond the classroom.
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Enhanced Security Measures for 2025 Graduations 

As we gather to celebrate these important milestones, we want to share some important updates about this year’s graduation ceremonies.
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Alliance for Education Awards SPS Educators

Organization Awards $93,000 to SPS principals, educators…
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Guidance on SPS Middle School Students Taking High School Courses

Have you completed or intend to complete a high school course before attending high school?…
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SPS Students: Help Shape SPS’s Future

An important part of this process is hearing from our SPS students about what you want to see in our next leader.