20+ hour, 1+ min ago   (608+ words) Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal wants Gov. Bob Ferguson and state lawmakers to provide nearly $2 billion more for public schools in the 2027-2029 budget that they will write in the coming legislative session. Of the total, $1.2 billion is needed to…...

6+ day, 17+ hour ago   (200+ words) EVERETT—Everett Community College students, staff, faculty and community members are invited to celebrate the grand opening of the college’s new Welcome Center and Trojan Care Center on September 15. The Welcome Center at Everett Community College features a computer lab…...

1+ week, 17+ hour ago   (245+ words) El Salvador first sat for the full national PISA in 2022. Its 15-year-olds averaged 343 in math, 365 in reading and 373 in science — well below the OECD averages of roughly 472, 476 and 485 and far behind Germany (475, 480 and 492) and Sweden (482, 487 and 494). About 63% of Salvadoran students…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (587+ words) According to the Washington Federation of State Employees, known as WFSE or AFSCME Council 28, members at about 125 locations across the state took part in the walkout. Most protests were scheduled during lunch or other paid time, typically lasting about 30 minutes....

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (383+ words) SEATTLE — The Justice Department sued Washington state on Thursday, asking a federal court to block state laws that let undocumented immigrants pay in-state college tuition and receive state grants and loans that are not offered to U.S. citizens who live…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (224+ words) The innovative partnership between nonprofit Sound Experience, the Port of Everett and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Snohomish County gave elementary-aged students the opportunity to explore the region’s maritime industry, meet professionals working in the field and gain firsthand experience…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (660+ words) Masterson along with other residents are leading the Change.org petition effort,” Restoring Trust: An Urgent Case for ESD to Put the Safety of Students and Families First,” to demand three actions from the Board: Kelly Haller, Elizabeth Waring and…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago   (224+ words) The competitive program supports public events that strengthen Mukilteo’s cultural, recreational, educational, civic and economic vitality. Eligible events may strengthen community connections, expand local programs and activities, attract visitors and support local businesses, or promote the health and well-being of…...