Seattle teachers begin contract negotiations under cloud of $100 million shortfall Contract talks have started between Seattle Public Schools and its teachers’ union over two agreements that expire this summer. Ann Dornfeld
'The $100 million question.' How will Seattle Public Schools close its lingering deficit? The Seattle School Board is looking again at how to handle an anticipated $104 million budget shortfall. Ann Dornfeld
Family of Garfield High student fatally shot on campus sues Seattle Public Schools The family of a 17-year-old Garfield High School student shot and killed at lunchtime last year is suing Seattle Public Schools, alleging negligence. Ann Dornfeld
Washington ACLU sues Trump administration over attempts to dismantle free Head Start preschool program With the help of the ACLU, the agency that represents Head Start programs across Washington state is suing the Trump administration over efforts to eliminate the long-standing federal preschool program. Sami West
Seattle Public Schools back in the hot seat for ineffective school choice waitlists Parents and educators are calling for better enrollment management at Seattle Public Schools, as new data suggests these practices — including a confusing waitlist system — have driven hundreds of families out of the district. Sami West
Could Washington state be on the brink of fully funding special education? The House on Wednesday passed Senate Bill 5263, which boosts special education funding multipliers for students in pre-K through 12th grade and eliminates the state's 16% cap on special education funding. Sami West
Seattle Public Schools sued by Washington AG over alleged 'illegal' treatment of pregnant, nursing employees The lawsuit filed Tuesday alleges Washington’s largest public school district routinely failed to provide reasonable accommodations to pregnant and nursing staffers as required by state law. Sami West
Politics and change: Why Seattle Public Schools' superintendent is stepping down When Seattle Public Schools Superintendent Brent Jones announced he’s leaving the district this fall, he said the decision came from a desire to spend time with family. Sami West
Seattle Public Schools to hunt for new leader as Superintendent Jones steps down After "much reflection and heartfelt conversations," Superintendent Brent Jones announced he's leaving the top job at Washington's largest public school district. Sami West
Seattle Public Schools delays sunset of highly-capable cohort program Seattle Public Schools has changed course on its gifted education program, announcing plans to keep dedicated schools open for at least three more years. Sami West
