You may have heard that a few school districts in other counties are starting to bring students back part-time in groups. This is possible in areas where COVID transmission rates are sufficiently low.

We are carefully watching COVID data in King County and working closely with Public Health. We will continue to prioritize the safety of staff and students.

Please sign email messages to families with your school and grade level (as well as the class name for specialists and secondary teachers) so that families can quickly determine to which of their children the message refers.

Staff who are coming into school buildings must fill out the daily attestation form. An easy way to get to this form, is to create an icon on the home screen of your mobile phone. Read through for instructions on how to set this up.

Enroll today in the Educators of Color Leadership Community.

Continuing to develop SEL skills in adults and students remains vital during Distance Learning and as we prepare for Hybrid Instruction. Check out our recent updates to our SEL supports for the 2020-21 school year.

As schools navigate implementation of instructional plans this year, and implement Annual Action Plans (AAPs), our TLL team is ready to support emerging needs. Check out who to contact for support.

DonorsChoose is a great way to fund those extra things you feel are important for your students to make learning fun and engaging. Learn more about DonorsChoose and funding opportunities.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Students can get involved by submitting artwork that covers topics such as being safe online, good online security practices, cyberbullying, and how to be a good digital citizen.

We launched a Thoughtexchange for staff after the first week of school to learn what went well for you and where you need additional support. Your message came across loud and clear: you are working harder than you ever have before!