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State Superintendent Chris Reykdal’s Statement on Trump Administration Order to Eliminate the U.S. Department of Education
Today, President Trump signed an executive order intended to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. Below is State Superintendent Chris Reykdal’s statement.
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Mar 20, 2025
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
Four Washington Schools Honored for Their Efforts to Improve Student Achievement
Four Washington schools have received national and state recognition for their efforts to improve student outcomes in the 2023–24 school year. The Elementary and Secondary…
Feb 19, 2025
Natural Helpers Program Trains Students on How to Help Their Peers
A trusted friend is more than just a companion. Sure, a good friend is someone to hang out with, but the connection often goes deeper. This person is there when times are good and…
Feb 13, 2025
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