This and That, June 14, 2026

 I see that Seattle Schools' high school graduations are well underway. 

Congratulations to all the graduates 

AND their parents/guardians 

AND 

teachers and administrators 

AND staff. 

Best of luck with your bright futures, Graduates!


As well, I see Wednesday is the last school day of the year. Have a great summer! 


As for the Board, they had a Retreat yesterday at B. F. Day Elementary School. Here's the agenda. I have not reviewed it but I'll let you know if I see anything pressing. 

There is an Operations Committee meeting on Tuesday, the 16th, from 9:30-11:30 am. Agenda  It's mainly a review of upcoming contracts to be approved at the July 8th Board meeting. There is a half-hour at the end to talk about the Student Assignment Transition Plan. There are no links for documentation.

There is a District 2 Community Meeting on Tuesday, the 16th, from 6-7 pm at the Ballard Library, sponsored by Director Kathleen Smith. All are welcome. 

Speaking of community meetings, did anyone attend Director Vivian Song's at Montlake Library on June 6th? Would be interesting to hear what the discussions were. 

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