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SPS Principals from left to right: Rena Deese, Caine Lowery, Mary McDaniel, Jeffrey Lam, Melissa Gray, Eric Marshall

School Leader Hiring Pool

Our district is currently welcoming applications for principals and assistant principals in the 2025-26 School Leader Pools.
SPS All-Star Super Support Staff Award winners: Stacey D’Aberle, Hakeem Trotter, Carnell Sheppard, Tracie Twitchell, and Corey Sampson.

SPS All-Stars: It’s Their Time to Shine

District awards staffers who are making a difference outside the classroom…
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Mark Your Calendar for the Black College Expo

More than 50 colleges will be there, ready to waive application fees and accept students on the spot.
Two people and a child speak with an SPS staff member at the Admissions Fair

Admissions Fair

Join us to ask questions about the upcoming school year, learn more about Open Enrollment for School Choice, and the many SPS outstanding programs!…
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School Levies on February 2025 Ballot

Please remember to vote by Tuesday, February 11, 2025.
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Update on School Closures and Consolidations

Withdrawal of school closure and consolidation plan.

Statement on Withdrawal of School Closure Recommendations

A statement from Seattle Public Schools on the withdrawal of school closure recommendations.
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Nathan Hale and Wedgwood closed today, Nov. 21, 2024

Nathan Hale and Wedgwood are still without power after Tuesday’s windstorm. These schools are closed for today, Nov. 21, 2024…
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District Launches Monthly Staff Recognition Awards

We are now taking nominations for the SPS Beacon of Hope Award, staff members who are helping to create a sense of belonging for their school.
ACE Awards

SPS Staff Members Honored for Their Work with Black Youth

Southwest Regional Director Chris Carter and South Shore PreK-8 special education teacher Alex Rankin were honored with inaugural awards.