Seattle Public Schools

Calendars and News

Seattle Public Schools Calendar and News

School Year Dates

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May
13
Jun
Rainier Beach High School Graduation
June 13 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
13
Jun
Roosevelt Graduation
June 13 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
14
Jun
Ballard Graduation
June 14 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
14
Jun
Lincoln Graduation
June 14 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
District Calendar

See all district events and meetings on the full district calendar.

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District News

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First Bell May Edition

Watch the latest edition of “First Bell,” the Seattle Public Schools news broadcast.

Gun Safety

Explore the resources to learn how you can play a role in preventing firearm-related injuries and deaths in our communities.
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Seattle Public Schools Celebrates Pride Month

SPS supports the right of our students, staff, and families to be their authentic selves. We are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive environments!…
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SPS Student Devices

Seattle Public Schools provides student devices during the school year to support classroom instruction.
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Mental Health Awareness Month

The SPS Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral To services (SBIRT) team supports students’ academic, physical, social, and emotional health.

Well-Resourced Schools Community Meetings

Join us for an community meeting to hear more about the proposed plan for creating a system of well-resourced schools.
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Congratulations Seattle Schools Scholarship Awardees

Each spring, Seattle Schools Scholarship Fund awards scholarships in recognition of students for their tenacity and contribution to their community.

A System of Well-Resourced Schools

SPS is building a system of well-resourced schools. This effort aims to ensure every student is prepared for college, career, and life.

Math and ELA Adoption

The Seattle School Board approved two adoptions for digital instructional materials in English Language Arts (ELA) and Algebra and Geometry.

Well-Resourced Schools Community Engagement

SPS is committed to hearing your voice. Read the engagement report to see what our community had to say about SPS well-resourced schools.
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SPS Celebrates Most Spirited Educators 

SPS teachers, assistant principals, librarians, instructional assistants and more received Most Spirited Teacher nominations.
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Bike and Walk Month

May is Bike and Walk month and there are lots of ways to join in the fun!…