Working to create learning environments from early learning to K-12 to postsecondary where every Washington student feels safe, supported, and a positive sense of belonging.https://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.orghttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mv7eflzikm26School must now offer challenging-but-doable experiences that students can’t get anywhere else. buff.ly/DTaS9hC @the74.bsky.social https://buff.ly/DTaS9hC11 Sep 2026 00:59 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv7eflzikm26https://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mv4qzozjfo2wThese are stories about the first day of school around the country and how schools make students feel welcome. buff.ly/6mVf2fH npr.org https://buff.ly/6mVf2fH10 Sep 2026 00:07 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mv4qzozjfo2whttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3muxr2alst42lWe honor hard-working teachers, school leaders, families and students. Have a restful Labor Day weekend!08 Sep 2026 00:24 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3muxr2alst42lhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3muuz7boamn2dMental health has improved for sixth grade to 12th grade students in Seattle, according to an annual survey of Washington students’ well-being conducted by several state agencies. buff.ly/pNxdVEa seattletimes.com hca.wa.gov seattlechildrens.org seattleschools.org https://buff.ly/pNxdVEa06 Sep 2026 22:12 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3muuz7boamn2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3muq6nctbog2d“This partnership will ensure that educators and students throughout our region will have access to materials that will support and accentuate learning,” said Darren Nelson, the esd101.net assistant superintendent of student learning and support systems. buff.ly/gW9HNrL spokesman.com #WAedu https://buff.ly/gW9HNrL05 Sep 2026 00:06 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3muq6nctbog2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mul5rbjzfj27Seattle School Board president Gina Topp thanked both the union and the seattlepublicschools.org for their hard work — and families for their patience. “We know the uncertainty surrounding the start of school has been challenging for families, students, and staff.” buff.ly/iNuIoCd seattletimes.com https://buff.ly/iNuIoCd03 Sep 2026 00:07 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mul5rbjzfj27https://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3muczzxtyw623Mental health has improved for sixth grade to 12th grade students in Seattle, according to an annual survey of Washington students’ well-being conducted by several state agencies. buff.ly/pNxdVEa The Seattle Times Washington State Health Care Authority Seattle Children's Seattle Public Schools https://buff.ly/pNxdVEa30 Aug 2026 18:39 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3muczzxtyw623https://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3muajl22hev2oThis engaging panel highlights the Washington State LGBTQ Commission's mission and work, the creation and impact of the Youth Advisory Council, and how young leaders are helping shape conversations around policy, advocacy, and community well-being. Watch here: https://bit.ly/lgbtq_commission lgbtq.wa.gov29 Aug 2026 18:39 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3muajl22hev2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mu3dxbo4pc26Don't miss our upcoming LEVinar, TODAY!! This engaging panel discussion will highlight the Washington State LGBTQ Commission's mission and work, the creation and impact of the Youth Advisory Council. You can register here: https://bit.ly/wa_lgbtq_commission lgbtq.wa.gov27 Aug 2026 17:15 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mu3dxbo4pc26https://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mtz6ygq4lj2vDon't miss our upcoming LEVinar, TOMORROW!! This engaging panel discussion will highlight the Washington State LGBTQ Commission's mission and work, the creation and impact of the Youth Advisory Council. You can register here: https://bit.ly/wa_lgbtq_commission lgbtq.wa.gov26 Aug 2026 20:41 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtz6ygq4lj2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3msgtf3yqa223For those wishing to volunteer in Spokane, the spokaneschools.org and innovia.org Foundation also have established an online hub for local resources, which can be found at spokanecommunityresources.org. https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2026/aug/05/state-officials-encourage-donations-to-reputable-c/ spokesmanreview.com06 Aug 2026 20:00 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3msgtf3yqa223https://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3ms4yv2mlme2h[Dearborn Park Elementary teacher Rachel] Pendergast-Weiss hopes leaning into the Jimothy fandom creates opportunities to connect with students, and that they walk away at the end of the school year with a deeper appreciation for wildlife and each other. buff.ly/8KI0MwH edweek.org #Jimothy #WAedu https://buff.ly/8KI0MwH02 Aug 2026 22:12 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3ms4yv2mlme2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mro7iesxzn2vAs of this week, 46,168 seniors in the Class of 2026 completed either the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, also known as FAFSA, or the state-equivalent Washington Application for State Financial Aid, or WAFSA. buff.ly/zykRbxE buff.ly/4My1aOH www.wsac.wa.gov www.sbe.wa.gov https://buff.ly/zykRbxE28 Jul 2026 01:00 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mro7iesxzn2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mr73kpby4m2tThe @Seattletimes.com Student Voice reporter, Kylee Seibel, writes, "So how do we support special education students entering this transition [from the K-12 system]? The answer is already in the paper. The IEP, that is. buff.ly/pQyUODN #WAedu https://buff.ly/pQyUODN22 Jul 2026 00:40 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr73kpby4m2thttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mr4k75dqlr2yThe Washington State Board of Education officials say the change to math requitrements is intended both to better align with admissions expectations at Washington’s public universities and ensure students pursuing other plans still complete rigorous quantitative coursework. buff.ly/QdAgSmn #WAedu https://buff.ly/QdAgSmn21 Jul 2026 00:24 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mr4k75dqlr2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mqwvyf53bg2rIn this webinar, we spotlight spokaneschools.org innovative Engage In Real Life (IRL) program, a district-wide initiative designed to help students build healthier relationships with technology by limiting cell phone use during the school day. Watch the recording here: https://bit.ly/wa_k12_phone_policy18 Jul 2026 18:39 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqwvyf53bg2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mqq5ah2kej2gSAVE THE DATE! Our Youth Advocacy Summit is scheduled for Tuesday, October 27, 2026! STUDENTS, we need you on our co-design team, leading a workshop, participating on a panel or be part of resource tabling. Scan the QR code and fill out the interest form, by July 17th!!16 Jul 2026 02:00 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqq5ah2kej2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mqpww4oatk27Join our LEVinar on 7/16 at 12:30, where we will spotlight Spokane Public Schools’ innovative Engage In Real Life (IRL) program, an initiative designed to help students build healthier relationships with technology by limiting cell phone use during the school day. Register here: bit.ly/engage_irl16 Jul 2026 00:07 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqpww4oatk27https://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mqnica4shn2jThough Washington has one of the most generous financial assistance programs in the country, lackluster completion of FAFSA — which is required to get state or federal aid — means many students don’t take advantage. buff.ly/Sf3cRSU @seattletimes.com www.highlineschools.org www.sbe.wa.gov https://buff.ly/Sf3cRSU15 Jul 2026 00:40 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqnica4shn2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mqawzlj2l32fwww.Seattletimes.com Student Voices participant Samantha Gobal said, "Through advocating for policies supporting general student welfare, we — as youths — can mobilize toward a shared goal. " buff.ly/gZrfWuK www.washingtonbus.org #WAedu https://buff.ly/gZrfWuK10 Jul 2026 00:59 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqawzlj2l32fhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mpu5b5mzsd2jHave a SAFE and relaxing 4th of July!04 Jul 2026 22:46 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpu5b5mzsd2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mprrbcntw62xThe Washington Law Against Discrimination — the state’s broad antidiscrimination statute — still prohibits discrimination based on sex, gender identity and gender expression in public facilities, in the workplace and while seeking housing, among other situations. buff.ly/vsNAC31 @acluwa.bsky.social https://buff.ly/vsNAC3104 Jul 2026 00:06 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mprrbcntw62xhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mppdr5ohrj2mSAVE THE DATE! Our Youth Advocacy Summit is scheduled for Tuesday, October 27, 2026! STUDENTS, we need you on our co-design team, leading a workshop, participating on a panel or be part of resource tabling. Scan the QR code and fill out the interest form, by July 17th!!03 Jul 2026 00:59 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mppdr5ohrj2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mp5qipb4i62bPrivate colleges across Washington are pledging millions in institutional aid to shield low-income students from reductions to the Washington College Grant (wsac.wa.gov), stepping in to cover the losses for currently enrolled students who were counting on the support. buff.ly/JTod9PK #WAedu https://buff.ly/JTod9PK26 Jun 2026 00:59 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mp5qipb4i62bhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3moxy65ka5f2nJoin us tonight at the Seattle Education Forum Block Party! https://buff.ly/D7mGRQx23 Jun 2026 18:00 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3moxy65ka5f2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3monsesw3ub2mCelebrate Juneteenth!19 Jun 2026 16:50 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3monsesw3ub2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3molpglcxso23Join our LEVinar on June 25 featuring WA Teachers of the Year, who comment on getting Students to be Future Ready. These award winning teachers will comment on what it truly means to prepare students for an uncertain, rapidly changing future. You can register here: bit.ly/wa_toy_2026 #WAedu18 Jun 2026 20:52 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3molpglcxso23https://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mojjudtyrk2oReading is an important and necessary skill that has countless values, whether for education, work or entertainment. If we are going to be ready to take on an uncertain future, students need to read more books, not fewer. buff.ly/hlv2jgG buff.ly/3ITdkdZ buff.ly/k1wQLKW https://buff.ly/hlv2jgG18 Jun 2026 00:07 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mojjudtyrk2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mobrzwtofp2rYou can listen to Arik Korman's interview with buff.ly/mw7pPoU Superintendent Ben Shuldiner about his move to Seattle and his first 100 days leading the state's largest district, here: bit.ly/sup_shuldiner14 Jun 2026 22:12 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mobrzwtofp2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/educationvoters.org/post/3mo4jxanns22tMark your calendar for our Teachers of the Year, Supporting Students to be Future Ready, LEVinar on June 25! These award winning teachers will comment on what it truly means to prepare students for an uncertain, rapidly changing future. You can register here: bit.ly/wa_toy_2026 #WAedu12 Jun 2026 20:04 +0000at://did:plc:dfyoplr3iscverkcjnrqcd7u/app.bsky.feed.post/3mo4jxanns22t