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Suicide Prevention Awareness Month September is National Suicide Prevention Month. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. SPS is committed to the safety and wellness of our students, staff, families, and community. By knowing the signs, asking questions, and helping connect others to support, each person plays an…
Advanced Learning Referral Process The Advanced Learning referral process will change for the 2021-22 school year.
Custodial Recruitment We’re looking for dedicated people who take pride in their work to help maintain our schools!…
Advanced Learning Eligibility Results The Advanced Learning Department is happy to report an increase in students furthest from educational justice who have been identified for advanced learning services. This change demonstrates a commitment to our strategic plan, Seattle Excellence, by changing broken systems and undoing legacies of racism in public education to ensure students furthest away from educational…
Balkan Foster 2022 Regional Teacher of the Year Boo Balkan Foster Recognized as 2022 Regional Teacher of the Year We are thrilled to announce that the Puget Sound Educational Service District (PSESD) has recognized Boo Balkan Foster of Seattle Public Schools as the Regional Teacher of the Year! Boo Balkan Foster is a šəqačib teacher…
Balkan Foster the Enduring Spirit Award Boo Balkan Foster Receives the Enduring Spirit Award Congratulations to Boo Balkan Foster who received the 2021 Enduring Spirit Award! Presented by the Native Action Network, award recipients are honored for their lifetime commitment to building strong, healthy Native communities and intergenerational connection. Leaders like Boo have advocated powerfully for…
No Landmark Status for Existing Mercer International Middle School No Landmark Status for Existing Mercer International Middle School On Wednesday May 19, 2021, the City of Seattle voted against designating the current Mercer International Middle School building as a landmarked structure, allowing for the construction of a new school building. Seattle voters approved the Building Excellence V Capital Levy…
Black Studies in SPS This year, Seattle Public Schools launched the first Black studies course for students in grade 11, Black Studies U.S. History 11B, the first course in our new Black Education Program. The Black Education Program was created in response to insights and advocacy from Black students, families, and communities across the…
Advanced Learning Policy Revisions Adopted Advanced Learning Policy Revisions Adopted On Wednesday, May 5, 2021, the Seattle School Board approved revisions and an amendment to Policy No. 2190, Highly Capable Services. The school board’s approval is a historic and bold step toward ensuring educational excellence for every student in Seattle Public Schools. Over the next…
