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Woman speaking at a podium during an outdoor press event at a modern playground.

Mayor Katie Wilson Expands Preschool, Free School Meals Citywide

Apr 29, 2026

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Group of women and young children sitting and playing together on a classroom floor with toys, books, and colorful mats.

South Seattle Group Helps Vietnamese Families Navigate Autism, Developmental Delays

Apr 24, 2026

4 min read

Adults and a Mercer student stand on a sidewalk outside the school holding protest signs in support of a planned student walkout.

Shelter-in-Place Halts South End Student Walkout Amid Unconfirmed ICE Reports

Jan 21, 2026

4 min read

Modern building exterior of Educare Early Learning Center featuring wood paneling, red and green accent walls, large windows, and a glass double-door entrance under a covered awning on a cloudy day.

Families at White Center Preschool Fear Funding Loss Amid Shutdown

Oct 30, 2025

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Collage showing students, teachers, and staff at Hamlin Robinson School, with the title “South End Life” and the subtitle “A Closer Look at the People Who Make Up the South End.”

South End Life: A Rainier Valley School Offers Safe Haven for Neurodiverse Students

Jun 17, 2025

5 min read

Large group of protesters march under blooming cherry blossoms, holding banners including a bright yellow one reading “Organized Workers for Labor Solidarity” and a partially visible black-and-white “LA RESISTENCIA” sign, with many others carrying signs advocating for justice and workers’ rights.

Nearly 1,000 Rally and March in SeaTac Demanding an End to ICE Incarcerations, Supporting Public Education, Student Safety, Public Workers

Apr 08, 2025

3 min read

The exterior of Seattle Public Schools John Stanford Center administration building.

NEWS GLEAMS | SPS to Post Notices of Its Discrimination of Union Employees; 5 People Shot at Hookah Lounge in CID

Dec 09, 2024

3 min read

A large crowd gathered outdoors around a flagpole with the American flag, many wearing red shirts and holding signs. The event appears to be a demonstration or rally. Buildings, trees, and power lines are visible in the background.

NEWS GLEAMS | Emmett Till’s Cousin Speaks at NAAM Tonight; Seattle Public Schools Reassesses School Closure Plans; Libraries Celebrate Banned Books Week

Sep 25, 2024

7 min read

The exterior of Graham Hill Elementary School, a brick building with large windows. The school name is prominently displayed in red lettering on the wall. A banner hangs on the building, recognizing it as a 2017-18 Washington State Recognized School. The entrance features two red doors, and there are small trees and bushes surrounding the building.

South Seattle School Closures Raise Concerns for Marginalized Students and Education Quality

Sep 21, 2024

5 min read

Double-Dutch jump rope, skateboarding lessons, haircuts, backpacks and school supplies were among the festivities at 2023's Rainier Beach Action Coalition's Back2School Bash. This year, the community event will be held at Be'er Sheva Park. (Photo: Susan Fried)

NEWS GLEAMS | Back2School Bash in Be'er Sheva Park; Where to Find Energy and EV Rebates

Aug 15, 2024

5 min read

Vestiges of the old Rainier Beach High School are seen with its storied list of state championships as the construction a new high school rise behind it.(Photo: Phil Manzano)

Rainier Beach High School Begins New Era With New Principal and Building

Jul 26, 2024

7 min read

Parents talk at table groups during the Southeast regional "Well-Resourced Schools" engagement meeting at South Shore PK–8 in Rainier Beach. (Photo: Ari Robin Mckenna)

Seattle Public Schools Postpones Vote on List of Closing Schools

Jun 13, 2024

4 min read

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