Seattle Public Schools

Education

Facing another budget deficit and possible school closures, SPS seeks community feedback

As Seattle Public Schools faces another budget deficit of roughly $100 million — and school closures are likely on the horizon — the district is looking for feedback at a series of community meetings this month.

Government

Seattle lays out plan to uphold treaties and consider Indigenous concerns

Tribal leaders says they are optimistic about a new report breaking down commitments from the City of Seattle to work with Native groups and respect Native rights.

Politics

Seattle city council incumbents likely headed to general election

Education

Big decisions for Seattle Schools this election

Seattle Public Schools are in the middle of a budget crisis. The district closed a 131 million dollar budget gap for the school year that’s about to start, but it’s a temporary fix. Three races for school board kick off in tomorrow’s primary, and the winners will shape education in our city for years to come. KUOW Education Reporter Sami West explains the high-stakes questions the candidates are facing, including possible school closures. Read Sami's coverage of the races in School Board Districts 1, 3, and 6, along with SPS's budget crisis: https://www.kuow.org/authors/sami-west

Education

Seattle School Board primary: District 6 candidates have different approaches to fixing budget shortfall

Three candidates have thrown their hat in the ring to replace departing board member Leslie Harris in District 6, which spans West Seattle and South Park.