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OLYMPIA—February 28, 2025—In Washington state, K–12 public school graduates are required to have a High School and Beyond Plan (HSBP) in order to earn a diploma. The plan, which…
Feb 28, 2025
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State Superintendent Chris Reykdal Launches Universal Online Statewide High School and Beyond Plan Platform
OLYMPIA—February 28, 2025—In Washington state, K–12 public school graduates are required to have a High School and Beyond Plan (HSBP) in order to earn a diploma. The plan, which…
Feb 28, 2025
Serve Your Community by Offering USDA Summer Meal Programs
OLYMPIA — March 3, 2025 — The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction’s Child Nutrition Services (CNS) is seeking sponsors and sites for the 2025 USDA Summer Food Service…
Feb 27, 2025
State Superintendent Chris Reykdal’s Statement on Federal Attempt to Prohibit Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs
On the evening of February 14, the U.S. Department of Education issued a “Dear Colleague Letter” related to diversity, equity, and inclusion programs operated by educational…
Feb 20, 2025
Special Projects
Student Stories: In the Face of Impossible Odds
Choosing what I want to do in the future is difficult, even if I have skill-based interests. So many options are thrown at me that if I pick one, I may be missing out on another.…
Aug 21, 2024
Student Stories: The Meaning of Community Service
At my school in Bellevue School District, one of our graduation requirements is completing at least 40 hours of community service. Along with the diploma, my school also gives a…
Aug 09, 2024
Student Stories: Leadership Is More Than a Title
Having moved freshly from the Philippines to Washington state, I struggled to navigate the culture and social norms of the country on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean. The new…
Jul 30, 2024
Stories
New Book Features Stories Written by Washington State Students
High school student Alonzo writes about leaving his parents in Mexico to go live with siblings in Seattle. Dharamdhoi describes taking motorcycle rides with friends through the…
Oct 10, 2024
Equipping Students for the Future: Washington Learning Standards Updates Open for Public Comment
The world has changed significantly over the past decade, and so have the ways students learn, engage, and communicate. As educators work to keep pace with these changes, the…
Sep 19, 2024
New Hindi Heritage Language Program Aims to Empower Bellevue School District Students Through Culture and Language
Many students arrive at school with rich linguistic backgrounds, joining peers from other cultures while cherishing their own traditions. A new Hindi Heritage Language Program in…
Aug 15, 2024
Videos
Exploring Health Science Careers: A Sneak Peek into CTE Programs
Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs support local middle and high school programs that provide 21st-century academic and technical skills for all students. Teachers…
Feb 27, 2025
State Superintendent Chris Reykdal Update on Federal Actions and Guidance
State Superintendent Chris Reykdal's Statement on Federal Attempt to Prohibit Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs.
On the evening of February 14, the U.S. Department of…
Feb 20, 2025
Bob Harmon Service Award 2025 | Maggie Evans
The Bob Harmon Service to Education Award (BHSEA) is a national recognition of individuals who have made an exceptional contribution to the field of education and have…
Feb 19, 2025
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