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OSPI Archives Medium Blog, Transitions to News Center

OSPI Archives Medium Blog, Transitions to News Center

We’re excited to announce our transition to a new location for our multimedia content — the OSPI News Center. As part of our ongoing…
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Serve Your Community by Offering USDA Summer Meal Programs

Serve Your Community by Offering USDA Summer Meal Programs

OLYMPIA — February 1, 2024 — The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) is seeking sponsors and sites for the 2024 U.S…
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Washington Students Show Increased Attendance and High School Course Completion

Washington Students Show Increased Attendance and High School Course Completion

OLYMPIA — January 30, 2024 — Three important indicators of student success are attending school regularly, passing all of their ninth…
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Small School, Big Ideas: The Transformative Use of AI in Brinnon School District

Small School, Big Ideas: The Transformative Use of AI in Brinnon School District

In Jake Rember’s classroom, creativity takes center stage. AI-generated coloring sheets are scattered across his desk, while a group of…
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Superintendent Reykdal Introduces Guidance for Integration of Human-Centered AI in Washington’s…

Superintendent Reykdal Introduces Guidance for Integration of Human-Centered AI in Washington’s…

OLYMPIA — January 18, 2024 — Today, the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) published a roadmap to guide the…
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Reykdal, Nguyễn Launch Effort to Right-Size Local School Board Director Compensation with…

Reykdal, Nguyễn Launch Effort to Right-Size Local School Board Director Compensation with…

Today, Senator Joe Nguyễn introduced Senate Bill 6223, a bill requested by State Superintendent Chris Reykdal to establish levels of…
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A Record-Breaking Year: Superintendent Reykdal Provides Update on K–12 Education in Washington

A Record-Breaking Year: Superintendent Reykdal Provides Update on K–12 Education in Washington

In an annual address today, State Superintendent Chris Reykdal shared information about student learning, student mental and behavioral…
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Dana Miles: Embarking on a Magical Journey for Deaf Students

Dana Miles: Embarking on a Magical Journey for Deaf Students

Comedian, writer, and former TV host Trevor Noah says in his book Born a Crime: “English is the language of money. English comprehension…
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Dana Miles: Equipping Deaf Students with Magic

Dana Miles: Equipping Deaf Students with Magic

With bilingualism (American Sign Language and English) incorporated into the classroom, we must also consider other important components…
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Dana Miles: Unlocking Magic Potential in Deaf Students

Dana Miles: Unlocking Magic Potential in Deaf Students

One of the biggest issues in our Deaf community is language deprivation. Here are several facts from the Language Equality and Access for…
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Dana Miles: Exploring a Magical World for Deaf Students

Dana Miles: Exploring a Magical World for Deaf Students

Whenever I dream of a magical place, I imagine a place where I can find excitement, adventure and, of course, magic. The magical place I…
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Dana Miles: Creating Magic with Deaf Students

Dana Miles: Creating Magic with Deaf Students

Hello, everybody! I’ve taught at Washington School for the Deaf (WSD) as a Work Experience and Bilingual Language Arts teacher for 11…
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Four Washington Schools Earn ESEA Distinguished Schools Awards

Four Washington Schools Earn ESEA Distinguished Schools Awards

OLYMPIA — January 8, 2024 — Every year, the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) Distinguished Schools Awards recognize schools…
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Innovative Pilot Program Bridges Internet Gap for Students in Rural Washington

Innovative Pilot Program Bridges Internet Gap for Students in Rural Washington

In the heart of rural Washington, an innovative pilot program is working to bring free internet to students and families who previously had…
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Washington Students Boast Record-High Graduation Rates and Preparedness for Higher Education

Washington Students Boast Record-High Graduation Rates and Preparedness for Higher Education

OLYMPIA — December 19, 2023 — Washington’s public schools are supporting more students to earn a high school diploma than ever before. At…
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Removing Barriers from the Path to College: A Community-Driven Model that Works

Removing Barriers from the Path to College: A Community-Driven Model that Works

With a portion of OSPI’s share of emergency relief funds, the agency supported the College Success Foundation in expanding their…
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Superintendent Reykdal’s Statement on Governor Inslee’s Budget Proposal

Superintendent Reykdal’s Statement on Governor Inslee’s Budget Proposal

Today, Governor Inslee released his proposed 2024 Supplemental Budget. Below is State Superintendent Chris Reykdal’s statement.
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Washington Public School Enrollment Climbs by Nearly 2,000

Washington Public School Enrollment Climbs by Nearly 2,000

OLYMPIA — December 6, 2023 — Today, the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) announced that enrollment in Washington’s…
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Student Stories: How to Be a Teenager

Student Stories: How to Be a Teenager

I had one goal for the new year: Good grades. My thoughts were boggled into a box since I was young. When people asked: “What do you want…
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Student Stories: Academic Burnout Is Real and Preventable

Student Stories: Academic Burnout Is Real and Preventable

My junior year so far has been very eventful. With a rapid increase in workload, responsibilities, and deadlines, it’s easy to feel burnt…
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Student Stories: Washington State History as a Graduation Requirement

Student Stories: Washington State History as a Graduation Requirement

Do you know what’s noteworthy about Washington state’s high school graduation requirements? It’s Washington state history. From seventh to…
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Student Stories: The College Application Chronicles

Student Stories: The College Application Chronicles

August 1: the day that incoming high school seniors all across the world rush to open their Common App account. The last 12 years of my e…
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Actionable Tools for Families in Youth Health and Well-Being Fact Sheets

Actionable Tools for Families in Youth Health and Well-Being Fact Sheets

OLYMPIA — November 9, 2023 — Over the past five years, Washington state has made great strides in K–12 school safety, including the…
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