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Budget Shortfall for 2021-22 and Beyond

Budget Shortfall for 2021-22 and Beyond Next school year, Seattle Public Schools will have a $69.8 million budget shortfall. While next year’s budget reductions will be challenging, more significant shortfalls are projected beginning in 2022-23. Without an increase of revenue, public education services and supports will be reduced. SPS has…

Wing Luke Elementary School Construction Enters Final Stages

Wing Luke Elementary School Construction Enters Final Stages The new Wing Luke Elementary School is nearly complete! Join Principal Carol Mendoza as she visits to see the final stages of construction. This school replacement project was funded by the Building Excellence IV Capital Levy (BEX IV), which was approved by…

Middle School Science Standards

SPS sixth and seventh grade students are taught using the Board-approved Amplify Science curriculum.

Student-Written Story: Historically Black Colleges and Universities Virtual Tour

Student-Written Story: Historically Black Colleges and Universities Virtual Tour In this student-written piece, August reflects on participating in a virtual Historical Black College tour with the AAMA Student Leadership Council. About AAMA and SLC : The Office of African American Male Achievement Student Leadership…

Student-Written Story: COVID-19 Planning Committees

Student-Written Story: COVID-19 Planning Committees In this student-written piece, AAMA SLC member Trevon reflects on centering student voice in key district decisions. About AAMA and SLC : The Office of African American Male Achievement Student Leadership Council is a network of student leaders who…

Student-Written Story: “Nothing About Us Without Us”

Student-Written Story: “Nothing About Us Without Us” In this student-written piece, former SPS student and AAMA SLC member Ajala reflects on participating in the SLC and the importance of centering student voice. About AAMA and SLC : The Office of African American Male Achievement…

Kingmakers of Seattle Student Spotlights

Kingmakers of Seattle is an elective program for Black male middle school and high school students, referred to as Kings, taught by Black male facilitators. Kingmakers supports the cultural, historical, social, and emotional needs of young Black boys and teens as it relates to their identity. The program is offered…

Rainier Beach High School Construction Updates

Rainier Beach High School Construction Updates On Wednesday September 16, the City of Seattle voted against designating the current Rainier Beach High School building as a landmarked structure, allowing for the construction of a new school building. In the 2019 Building Excellence V (BEX V) levy, Seattle voters approved funding…

Board Resolution on Gun Safety

School Board approves a resolution calling for lawmakers to increase student safety.