Government Relations
Government Relations in Seattle Public Schools is focused on promoting student learning by ensuring students, families, staff members and schools have the resources and services they need to effectively educate every child.
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A System of Well-Resourced Schools
Superintendent Brent Jones is sharing the plan create a system of well-resourced schools with the SPS community and Seattle School Board.
Safe and Welcoming Schools
Safety and wellness is a top priority for Seattle Public Schools. Students are more likely to be successful when they feel safe and welcome at school.
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New Student Enrollment for Seattle Public Schools is Open
News
First Bell November Edition
Watch the latest edition of “First Bell,” the Seattle Public Schools news broadcast.
School Levies on February 2025 Ballot
Please remember to vote by Tuesday, February 11, 2025.
Enrollment Open for Parent Education Course to Support Student Learning
All SPS families are invited to join Family Connectors University, a family-focused online course to…
Key Updates on School Closures and Consolidations
Key Updates on School Closures and Consolidations…
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…
Watch the Nov. 14 Community Meeting on School Closures and Consolidations
SPS leaders shared information on the decision-making process and took questions from the community.Media Advisory: Community Meetings on School Closures
SPS is holding community meetings for the schools recommended for closure.
Meetings on School Closures and Consolidations
Meetings on School Closures and Consolidations Superintendent Jones has identified four schools for potential closure…
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…
Kingmakers Program Receives $100,000 Donation
Funds go toward engaging, empowering, and encouraging young Kings …
Baldwin Elementary Receives Prestigious Construction Award
The James D. MacConnell Award celebrates educational projects that address a specific planning process.
Elementary Students Gearing Up for Robotics Competition
Early exposure to coding, design-thinking, and working as a team is essential to connecting students…Calendar
25
Nov
Family-Teacher Conferences at Elementary and K-8 Schools
November 25 – November 27
26
Nov
School Board Special Meeting – November 26, 2024
November 26 @ 5:00 pm
26
Nov
Community Meeting with School Board Director Gina Topp (District 6)
November 26 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
28
Nov
Thanksgiving, No School
November 28
29
Nov
Native American Heritage Day, No School
November 29