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South Sound Teams Advance in State Football Playoffs

South Sound high school football teams took the field Saturday as Washington's state playoffs opened with the round of 32. Several area teams advanced with victories, while others won close games to keep their seasons going. Mount Tahoma and Lakes picked up playoff wins, while Puyallup, Sumner, Graham-Kapowsin, Federal Way,...

Tacoma, WA · 1d
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Wenatchee School District to try bond again in February election

The Wenatchee School District will run its bond in a special February election after it failed to get the 60% yes votes it needed to pass during the General Election. During a meeting Tuesday, each school board member expressed their disappointment that the bond fell just a couple hundred votes short of passing and wanted to take advantage of what they felt was positive momentum.

Wenatchee, WA · 4h
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MyNorthwest.com

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‘We’re getting worse results than ever’: McKenna backs Ferguson’s criticism of Reykdal as WA school districts prepare to sue

Three major Washington school districts are preparing to sue the state over education funding, prompting former Attorney General Rob McKenna to ask why increased spending hasn’t resolved either district budget problems or concerns about student performance. Speaking with host Charlie Harger on “Seattle’s Morning News” on KIRO Newsradio, McKenna...

Washington · 1d
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The Chronicle

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Washington state schools prepare to sue the state for failing to fund public education

Three large Washington school districts are preparing to sue the state, alleging it is once again failing to fully fund basic education.  School boards for the Lake Washington, Tacoma and

Washington · 3d

The Center Square

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Op-Ed: Here we go again: Washington's education establishment wants more cash

This is not a reprint of a story 10 or even 20 years ago – although it sure could be. Washington state's education establishment is getting ready to file yet another lawsuit demanding taxpayers spend more money on K-12 education. And the news just so happens to come in the wake of the failure of I-645, which would have repealed Washington's new income tax. Now that the income tax has survived (for now), it's time to belly up to the taxpayer buffet. According to reports, the Lake Washington, Tacoma and Yakima school districts are preparing to sue the state claiming it fails "to fund basic education." But here's the problem: Washington state doesn't underfund K-12 education. According to the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, school district general fund spending reached $19,371 per pupil in 2024–25. A decade earlier, in 2015–16, it was $11,450. That is an increase of roughly 69%. For a classroom of 25 students, that is a whopping $484,275. This data does not include local spending on K-12, which adds hundreds of millions more. On top of this, Washington’s public schools are serving fewer students. The state’s Office of Financial Management reports K–12 enrollment of approximately 1.071

Washington · 1d

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Teachers union spent nearly $8M to crush school choice, biological sports measures, report finds

Defending Education uncovered how the NEA and affiliates spent nearly $7.8 million fighting ballot measures and school choice campaigns in three states.

Alaska · 6h

KUOW Public Radio

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Washington’s head of public schools will not seek reelection in 2028

In a statement Washington Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal cited his belief in term limits as a driving force behind his decision. Reykdal was elected to lead Washington’s public schools in 2016, and is now serving his third term.

Washington · 1d

Seattle magazine

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This Small Washington College Has a Big Idea About Tuition

College tuition isn’t exactly known for simple math. Between financial aid forms, scholarships, and income calculations, figuring out what a family will actually pay can be confusing, even intimidating. At Whitman College, a private liberal arts college in Walla Walla, the calculation is considerably easier. Take your family’s annual adjusted gross income, divide it by… The post This Small Washington College Has a Big Idea About Tuition appeared first on Seattle magazine .

Walla Walla, WA · 1d

Tri-City Herald

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Southridge rolls over University, prepares to host Ridgeline next in state playoffs

A week after needing a dramatic fourth-quarter comeback to win the Mid-Columbia Conference 3A football championship, Southridge High School left little doubt about the outcome of its next game. The Suns scored all 44 of their points in the first half Friday, Nov. 6, defeating University High School of Spokane 44-0 at Neil F. Lampson Stadium in Kennewick and advancing to the 16-team WIAA Class 3A state football tournament.

Kennewick, WA · 3d

nbcrightnow.com

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Richland School District's $94M Infrastructure Bond

Explore the details of the Richland School District's proposed $94 million infrastructure bond, set for a February vote in Benden County. This bond aims to fund crucial upgrades at multiple schools, including boiler and roof replacements at Richland High, renovations at Chief Joseph Middle School, and a new permanent building for Rivers Edge High School. Assistant Superintendent Ken Gosley highlights the overdue nature of these improvements and the bond's potential to unlock $22 million in state funding. Learn about the projects and the estimated taxpayer impact of $4.17 per month for a $500,000 property.

Richland, WA · 2d

Tri-City Herald

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‘Targeted, unwelcomed and afraid.' Fuerza teachers, parents voice leadership concerns

Elida Alvarez poured her heart into her job teaching at Fuerza Elementary School , and even helped build the school’s 4th grade dual language program. The school was “never just a workplace,” she told the Kennewick School Board during a Nov. 4 public meeting . “It was a community. I believed in the program, and I was proud of it,” she said. But things changed after Alvarez experienced “one of the most difficult experiences” of her teaching career last school year. “I experienced what I believe was a pattern of intimidation, unfair treatment, excessive micromanagement and unprofessional conduct by the head administrator,” she alleged. The emotional toll became “impossible to hide,” and she began to feel “targeted, unwelcomed and afraid.” “Every day, I tried to walk into my classroom with a positive attitude and give my students the teacher they deserved,” Alvarez said, fighting through tears. “But behind that smile, I was struggling.” “My students saw me crying, noticed my anxiety and would even warn me when the administrator was approaching. Think about that for a moment — children came to school to learn, yet they were worried about protecting their own teacher. No child should ever feel the responsibility

Kennewick, WA · 2d

Apple Valley News Now

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Pasco students building 27th Team Pasco House to gain hands-on trades experience

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Pasco, WA · 2d

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Walla Walla Public Schools seeks applicants for future schools advisory committee

WALLA WALLA — Walla Walla Public Schools is forming a citizen advisory group to help guide long-term educational programming and district planning, officials announced Thursday. The newly established Future Schools Advisory Committee will bring together up to 34 members including parents, guardians, students, teachers, support staff, school administrators, and...

Walla Walla, WA · 3d

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Orcas Christian School connects with Walla Walla Academy through music

Orcas Christian School (OCS) students had an opportunity to experience education through music and collaboration when Walla Walla Valley Academy’s (WWVA) praise band visited Orcas Island on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 5-6. The two private Christian schools connected through music, giving students an opportunity to learn from one another,...

Walla Walla, WA · 5d

whitmanwire.com

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Admin and Staff decide on Two-State Solution

If you haven’t been living under a rock, you’re well aware of the conflict that’s been going on between the Whitman administration and the staff. If you have been living under a rock because it’s all you can afford, understandable. I’ll fill you in on what you missed.

Walla Walla, WA · 6d

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West Valley vs Othello | WIAA 2A Round of 32 Football Highlights 11/6/26

The West Valley Eagles secured a spot in the Round of 16 of the 2A state tournament with a 28-6 playoff victory over the Othello Huskies. West Valley built a commanding 21-0 lead by late in the first half. Othello attempted to cut into the deficit before the break as quarterback Noah Ozuna rolled out and looked deep, but West Valley's Gavin Maney came down with an interception to send the Eagles into halftime with the shutout intact.

Othello, WA · 6d

Apple Valley News Now

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Sunnyside schools secured due to unknown person near campus

SUNNYSIDE, Wash. – Two schools in Sunnyside were temporarily secured in the morning of November 5 after an unknown person was spotted near the campuses.

Sunnyside, WA · 7d

Apple Valley News Now

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Heritage University events honor Native American elders, raise awareness of missing and murdered Indigenous people

TOPPENISH, Wash. — Heritage University is hosting events throughout November to honor Native American elders and celebrate Native American Heritage Month.

Toppenish, WA · 7d

Apple Valley News Now

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Southridge football claims first conference title in 18 years

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Kennewick, WA · 7d

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Walla Walla Public Schools backs Head Start amid federal delay

WALLA WALLA — Walla Walla Public Schools will keep its Head Start program running through June 4, 2027, district officials announced Wednesday, pledging local reserves if federal grant extensions stall. Superintendent Ben Gauyan proposed the measure during Tuesday’s school board study session, drawing unanimous support from board members seeking...

Walla Walla, WA · 7d