First Bell May Edition

Watch the latest edition of “First Bell,” the Seattle Public Schools news broadcast.

2025-26 and 2026-27 School Year Calendar

View the school calendar dates for the 2025-26 and the 2026-27 school years.

Superintendent's First 100 Days

Ben Shuldiner completed his goal of visiting all 106 schools in the district in his first 100 days on the job.

Superintendent Community Engagement Tour

You are invited to join our upcoming community engagement meeting with Superintendent Ben Shuldiner.

Spring Student Device Collection

SPS student devices must be returned to your school before the end of the school year.

Scripps National Spelling Bee

Hamilton 7th grader will compete against 250 of the nation’s top spellers

Career Connected Learning

Denny International Middle School’s Latinx students got hands‑on with science at UW’s MESA Day

Regional School News Roundup

Across every region, students took part in opportunities that sparked curiosity and brought school communities together

Teacher Appreciation Week

Whether they are first-year teachers or seasoned veterans, the magic educators create doesn’t disappear when the school day ends.

SPS Shout Outs

Students continue to stand out for their curiosity, leadership, and determination.

K-5 ELA Adoption

McGraw Hill’s Emerge! selected to support strong literacy instruction for all students

Washington School Recognition Program 

The Washington State Board of Education recognizes 24 SPS schools for their performance during the 2024–25 school year.