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WA State OSPI

@waOSPI

4 years

Yesterday afternoon, @GovInslee shared the great news that all school employees will now be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine at the same time. We have urged districts to work in partnership with local vaccine providers on ways to expedite the process for our school staff. (1/2)

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Heads up: There is an unfortunate April fools' joke circulating claiming @GovInslee is requiring all students to repeat this year's grade next year. This is NOT TRUE. #WAedu

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Supt. Reykdal is proposing that the state and federal government cover the full costs of school meals for all of Washington’s 1.1 million students. Learn more: #WAStateInnovates #WAleg #WAedu

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You asked, Supt. Reykdal answered. Credits, testing, AP classes, IEPs, an interesting "would you rather," and the question you've all been asking: Are we coming back to school this year? Watch now: #WAedu #WeGotThisWA

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These times are tough. Supt. Reykdal has a message for educators, parents, students, and graduating seniors. Watch the address: #WAedu #COVID19 #schoolclosure

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One of our partners is @ComcastWA , who announced today they are doubling the speeds of their Internet Essentials program, which is what WA students & their families access through our K-12 Internet Access Program.

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"Reykdal: Washington State will not Arm its Teachers" - @waOSPI #WAedu

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4 years

Washington’s 2021 Teacher of the Year is Brooke Brown, from Franklin Pierce Schools, Puget Sound ESD 121. Congratulations Brooke!

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@waOSPI

4 years

“Generations from now when parents teach their children what is meant by courage, the story of John Lewis will come to mind — an American who knew that change could not wait for some other person or some other time; whose life is a lesson in the fierce urgency of now”—Pres. Obama

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The Imagination Library is now available to all children up to age 5 in all 39 counties in Washington, and to celebrate the achievement, Dolly Parton will be visiting Washington! Read more: #WAedu #ESSERImpact @CCSSO

Dolly Parton to Visit Washington for a Statewide Celebration of Imagination Library

OLYMPIA — August 2, 2023 — On August 15, legendary icon, musician, and philanthropist Dolly Parton will visit Washington State to…

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@waOSPI

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CONGRATS! We're so happy to share that @MandyRheaWrites is the 2018 National Teacher of the Year! 🌟🙌🍎👉 #WAedu @spokaneschools @WACSTP @WEANBCTs #TeamMandy

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3 years

Yesterday, the House Education Committee passed HB 1664, which would increase the number of staff in schools to support student mental health & well-being. The Committee amended the bill to require every public school to have at least one nurse and one counselor on site. #WAedu

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@waOSPI

4 years

“Schools matter. Not just for the content, but how kids interact...and the social-emotional learning...For right now, lets be the ultra human beings we can in shared sacrifice together to get over the hurdle together. I know the state of WA will lead the nation in that way.” —CR

KOMO News

@komonews

4 years

"I would challenge you once more to not be Democrats today or Republicans or Eastside or Westside, or rural or urban...we are Washingtonians today and our communities need us to be extraordinarily outside of our boundaries," said State Superintendent Chris Reykdal Friday.

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3 years

Supt. Reykdal has made the determination that WA students will not be taking the Smarter Balanced Assessments or the WA Comprehensive Assessment of Science this spring. Instead, these testing windows will be moved to the fall. More here: #WAedu

Students Will Not Take State Tests This Spring

On March 25, 2021, OSPI submitted a proposal to the U.S. Department of Education to reduce the number of students who take state tests…

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@waOSPI

4 years

“The schools are closed to keep the kids away from each other so that they do not spread germs...Please do not arrange large playdates, sleepovers, or parties. Take your children to parks and enjoy the outdoors.“ —⁦ @WADeptHealth ⁩ #WAedu

Coming together to stay apart

Social distancing and daily life

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4 years

Our content experts have put together a repository of learning resources for families, students, and educators, including resources for early learning, math, science, students with disabilities, and more! Check them out here: #waedu

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“If the world’s going to get better, it’s going to be up to you.” Class of 2020, listen to these three pieces of advice from Pres. @BarackObama : 1) Don’t be afraid, 2) Do what you think is right, & 3) Build a community. You’ve got this. #WeGotThisWA #WAedu #GraduateTogether

Barack Obama

@BarackObama

4 years

Congrats to the high school Class of 2020, as well as to the teachers, coaches, and most of all, parents and family who’ve guided you along the way. Thanks for letting me be part of your big day!

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6 years

Even though the @WhiteHouse did not televise @MandyRheaWrites acceptance speech at today’s Nat’l Teacher of the Year ceremony, you can watch it here👉 (Thanks to @CCSSO for recording this important message) #NTOY18 #WAedu

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4 years

NEW GUIDANCE! "Although schools are closed and are not providing traditional in-person instruction, education must continue...We have an obligation to our students to provide them with opportunities to continue their learning during this pandemic." #WAedu

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7 years

Thanks @JKearse_15 for visiting @CloverParkSD to talk #attendance !

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5 years

Last night the Senate passed HB 1599, which allows students multiple pathways to show they are ready for graduation & prepares them for their college & career goals. This was a huge priority for us & we are grateful for the bipartisan work! Off to @GovInslee soon! #WAedu #WAleg

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4 years

NEW guidance on student learning & grading! The gist of it: Do no harm, provide letter grades (though there is flexibility in what those are), & no one gets an F. Watch Supt. Reykdal explain: Read the guidance: #WAedu #WeGotThisWA

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8 years

It's official! WA now has Computer Science standards! #CSforAll #waedu

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4 years

What will school look like in the fall? Watch Supt. Reykdal walk through some possibilities and talk about the task force working on different models for opening. #WAedu #WeGotThisWA

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3 years

Join us tomorrow morning as Supt. Reykdal describes his request of @GovInslee to require the COVID-19 vaccine for all K-12 school employees. Read the request: Watch live: #WAedu

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3 years

This is quite possibly the most adorable testimony of all time! Listen as "Young Mister Fogg", a 6 year old Washingtonian, testifies in support of House Bill (HB) 2078 - establishing the outdoor school for all program.

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Thank you, @Xfinity .

KOMO News

@komonews

4 years

Low-income households in Washington will be able to sign up for free internet for 60 days as the COVID-19 outbreak forces school and library closures throughout the region.

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“I am so proud of you.” Supt. Reykdal answers questions from educators about extra hours next year, access to tech, grading, testing, & continuous learning. Watch the full video here: Los subtítulos en español están disponibles. #WAedu #WeGotThisWA

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Today, @POTUS announced that he expects all K-12 school employees to receive at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine by the end of March. Read Supt. Reykdal's statement: #WAedu

REYKDAL: Washington is Ready to Vaccinate School Employees

Today, the Biden Administration announced their plan to vaccinate K–12 school employees as quickly as possible — with the goal of all…

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3 years

With the continued spread of COVID-19, all students, staff, and visitors are required by @WADeptHealth to wear masks at school this fall. Watch Supt. Reykdal explain why, as well as a step we can all take now to help protect each other: #WAedu

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@waOSPI

4 years

We're partnering with PBS member stations throughout the state to bring learning to your TV screens! Content is available for students grades 6-12 weekdays from 9am-2pm. #WAedu #WeGotThisWA Find your local channel & additional resources on our site:

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2 years

Cheers to all of our amazing teachers! We thank you for your hard work and dedication to educating students every day. #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #WAedu

U.S. Department of Education

@usedgov

2 years

Teachers are passionate, innovative, kind, generous, honest, inspirational, creative, effective, fair, and so much more! Take a moment to #ThankATeacher and let them know how much you appreciate them. #TeacherAppreciationWeek

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"I believe it is safe and timely to eliminate the statewide masking requirement for students and allow for a decision by local health officials. I recommend the Governor and DOH change the guidance to reflect this in the coming weeks." - Supt. Reykdal

From Pandemic to Endemic — It’s Time to Remove the State Mask Mandate for Students

Below is a statement by State Superintendent Chris Reykdal on his recommendation to the Department of Health and Governor to make masks a…

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“It would be counterproductive and senseless to ask 700,000 of our students to spend precious time in-person further isolated taking federally mandated tests.” –Supt. Reykdal #WAedu

Washington State’s Application for Standardized Testing Flexibility is Being Met with Resistance…

OLYMPIA — April 8, 2021 — On March 25, the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) submitted a request to the U.S…

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Are you an educator looking to get your vaccine? Follow these steps to get it through @kpwashington , if you're a member: Not a Kaiser Permanente member? You can still get vaccinated through one of their locations:

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Questions about the announcement from @GovInslee today requiring the COVID-19 vaccine (or medical or religious exemption) of all K-12 school employees? Check our FAQ here: #WAedu

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Launched today: WA's K-12 Internet Access Program! We are in partnership with @comcast , @ZiplyFiber , and @Presidio to connect students from low-income families to their learning from home. More here: #WAedu

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"Reykdal: Washington Schools Safe for Students who are Undocumented" - @waOSPI #WAedu

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4 years

Tomorrow morning Supt. Reykdal and Susan Mullaney, @kpwashington President will hold a media availability to share a vaccination plan for Washington’s educators and staff. Tune in at 11 am here:

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"Yesterday’s events make clear that schools must engage & empower students with opportunities to participate in civil conversations, examples of effective civic engagement, & tools to find peaceful solutions to community problems. " – Supt. Reykdal

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6 years

We can't get over this amazing visual representation of Supt. Reykdal's remarks at the Social Studies Conference a few weeks ago! This was created by the incredible Linda Quinn, Superintendent of @FerndaleSD_WA ! @wscss @NWESD189 #WAedu #SocialStudies

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4 years

Washington’s 2020 Classified School Employee of the Year is Melito Ramirez, from Walla Walla Public Schools, ESD 123. Congratulations Melito!

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6 years

👀👏Check out @BillGates conversation with 2018 Teacher of the Year @MandyRheaWrites . They talk about the challenges Mandy’s students face, and why every student deserves a great education! #AlwaysLearning #WAedu #NToY18 @CCSSO @spokaneschools

What I learned from a teacher of refugees

Bill Gates meets with Mandy Manning, the 2018 Washington state Teacher of the Year and National Teacher of the Year.

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“Help students feel safe through the three Cs: communication, consistency, and control.” Great article by ⁦ @edutopia ⁩ about maintaining student well-being during the #COVID19 pandemic. #WAedu #WeGotThisWA

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4 years

JUST RELEASED school closure guidance addressing funding, testing, special education, meals, federal accountability, & more: More guidance coming soon. #WAedu #COVID19

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6 years

The Legislature passed our #civics bill! We requested this bill last session to require all high school students to take a stand-alone civics course before graduating. After over a year of work, we are so happy to see it pass! #WAedu #WAleg Bill info here:

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Congratulations to our very own ⁦ @GlennagalloMy ⁩, our Assistant Supt. of Special Education Services! Glenna is being recognized by ⁦ @case_wa ⁩ for her leadership. “Glenna is an unprecedented leader in unprecedented times.” #WAedu #WeGotThisWA

AWARD: Recognition of Extraordinary Leadership

Glenna Gallo, Assistant Superintendent, Special Education, Office the Superintendent of Public Instruction Glenna has demonstrated exceptional leadership as the Assistant Superintendent for the Spe…

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4 years

We have a new Special Education publication with resources, guidance, best practices, and unique considerations for supporting students with disabilities in the 2020–21 school year. READ MORE:

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“I feel as if I have not stopped racing for weeks. I’m honored & grateful to help guide us through this unprecedented time. Thank you my fellow Washingtonians! We have much shared sacrifice ahead of us - keep looking out for each other, maintain hope, & love unconditionally!” —CR

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5 years

Students from low-income families participate in dual credit programs (AP, Running Start, etc.) at just half the rate of their wealthier peers. We will be requesting a bill to make dual credit programs cost-free for all students by 2023. #WAedu #WAleg

More students in Washington are taking college courses in high school, but cost keeps many low-in...

Only about 1 in 4 high schoolers who qualified for subsidized meals took a dual-credit class this year. That's up from about 19% in 2015, but still well below a participation rate of 43% among...

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4 years

Parents and Students? Do you have a question about learning and education during the COVID-19 pandemic? Ask it below! Supt. Reykdal will be answering questions in a video this Friday!

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OSPI NEWS RELEASE: REYKDAL: School Buildings Closed, But Learning Continues

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Congratulations to Mandy Manning @MandyRheaWrites , our #2018ToY ! @spokaneschools #WAedu Read more here:

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We've launched a new page with resources to support student wellness and safety during the #COVID19 pandemic, to accompany our previously-launched resources to support student learning. #waedu #WeGotThisWA Check them out here:

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Please stay tuned! Gov. Jay Inslee and state Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal will make a joint announcement TODAY at 2:30pm. Live feed will be posted here.

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Congratulations Brooke Brown and Melito Ramirez, for being named Washington Teacher of the Year and Washington Classified School Employee of the Year, respectively! #WAEdAwards2020

Brooke Brown named 2021 Washington Teacher of the Year, Melito Ramirez named 2020 Washington…

Today, in a live virtual ceremony hosted from the Old Capitol Building in Olympia, State Superintendent Chris Reykdal and Chief of Staff…

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CONGRATS! to the 2018 Classified School Employee of the Year, Carla Yenko! ( @CentralKitsap ) ⭐️👉More about this AMAZING supporter of #WAedu schools: #CSEoY18

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@waOSPI

4 years

The deadline is near to apply for Pandemic EBT, a program that provides food benefits for families who qualified for free or reduced-price meals during COVID-19 closures. Spread the word, apply by Sept. 11! @waDSHS Learn more about the program:

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NEWS RELEASE: Superintendent Reykdal Announces Proposal to Provide School Meals at No Cost to All Washington Students Read: #WAedu #WAleg

Superintendent Reykdal Announces Proposal to Provide School Meals at No Charge to All Washington…

OSPI will submit the proposal to the Governor and Legislature for consideration in the 2023 Legislative Session. If funded, all Washington…

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We've released extended guidance for school districts on the barriers to transitioning a brick-and-mortar school to an online learning model overnight. Read more on our #COVID19 webpage: #WAedu

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Yesterday, the House unanimously passed our request bill requiring a point of contact in all K-12 schools for students in foster care (SB 5184). The bill now heads to @GovInslee . Thank you to the prime sponsor @TwinaNobles and our legislators who ALL voted YES! #WAleg #WAedu

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@waOSPI

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Happy National School Counseling Week! Thank you to the many #counselors that impact lives daily! 🙌🌟🍎 More about school & guidance counseling in #WAedu : #NSCW18

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TOMORROW! A national celebration for our Class of 2020 graduates. Saturday, May 16 at 8 pm P.T. on ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC. Don't miss it! #GraduateTogether #WAedu #WeGotThisWA @AWSP_Principals

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We've got spirit. Yes, we do. We've got spirit. How about you, Class of 2020?! Join us for #GraduateTogether on May 16. 8 P.M. (PT/ET) 7 P.M. (CT/MT) Who knows? You might just see your school on the show. See you there!

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@waOSPI

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Today, @GovInslee announced a proclamation to require all K-12 students an option to learn in-person at least part-time. We support this order and we thank the Governor for his leadership.

Governor Jay Inslee

@GovInslee

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Today, we’re taking action to make sure that every child in Washington state has an option for onsite learning. I will be issuing an emergency proclamation that will give every K-12 student the opportunity for on-site learning.

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😍That's our Mandy! Congrats @MandyRheaWrites ! We're excited you get to share your voice with our country! #NToY18 #WAedu @spokaneschools

CBS Mornings

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"I want to encourage people to have experiences outside of their understanding and I want educators to provide students with that opportunity because we fear what we don't understand." -- 2018 Teacher of the Year @MandyRheaWrites . #NTOY18

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For example, a district & provider could choose to put on a vaccination clinic for school staff. Thank you @GovInslee and @WADeptHealth ! You can see the revised schedule here: (2/2) #WAedu

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Superintendent Reykdal discusses fall reopenings for Washington schools, beginning with a grounding in the data around COVID-19 and its impacts in Washington state. WATCH:

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Congratulations to the 2020 Washington Teacher of the Year Amy Campbell! 👏👏🎉🎉🎊 #WATOY #waedu @ESD112 @CamasSchools

Amy Campbell

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Being brave in front of a camera while refining my messaging and finding my voice to speak out about my passion for inclusive education and seeing and serving each student. @waOSPI #WAToY

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We agree with ⁦the ⁦ @seattletimes ⁩ Editorial Board: Dual credit programs (like AP, Running Start, etc.) should be cost-free for all students. We’re introducing a bill next week to make this happen by 2023. #WAedu #WAleg

Expand access to dual-credit programs

Low-income students and students of color can especially benefit from dual enrollment.

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NEWS RELEASE: Funding Approved for Statewide Training in Technology for Educators READ MORE:

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Our budget proposal includes nearly $40 million over the next two years to increase the number of middle school #counselors . We will also be backing legislation to require schools to spend money designated for counselors, on counselors. #WAedu #WAleg

Washington superintendent pushes for more school counselors

Only one in four Washington state schools has a counselor. The state superintendent says middle schools are the most "starved" for counselors.

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Congratulations! 🎉 Jerad Koepp ( @NTPSnews ) named 2022 Teacher of the Year, Nancy Baldwin ( @KelsoSchools ) named 2021 Classified School Employee of the Year. Read more: @ESD113 @ESD112

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Wondering how K-12 schools should be preparing for a potential outbreak of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in their communities? See our official guidance: #WAedu

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We are PUMPED that our state's own @MandyRheaWrites is a FINALIST for 2018 National Teacher of the Year! What an amazing honor for a deserving candidate! #NToY18 #WAedu #WAToY #TeamMandyRhea @spokaneschools Congrats to the others selected from @DoDEA , @OHEducation and NJ!

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Congratulations to Glenna Gallo, our Assistant Supt. of Special Education Services, for her nomination to serve as the Assistant Secretary of OSERS for @usedgov . Congratulations, Glenna! Read more here: #WAedu

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Go, Yakima, go!

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“67,000 students will graduate from a public WA high school in the next three weeks. They have increased: Grad rates, Credits taken, College credits earned, & SAT scores. 2/3 will go to college, university, or military. 1/3 will go straight to work - hire them!!!” —CR #WAedu 🎓

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Who decides when schools close? Can my school take learning online? Will closures affect my summer vacation plans? See our new parent guide for answers: #WAedu #COVID19

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Cantwell: “Every student in America should be taught the tools they need to enter our 21st century economy” Thanks @SenatorCantwell for your support of #ComputerScience in classrooms! Watch her speech here: #WAedu #WAleg

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Today, @GovInslee announced a $24 million investment in remote learning devices for students and staff. This is in addition to our $8.8 million investment in connectivity and 600 wifi hotspots across the state! More here: #WAedu @WAStateGov @wa_esds @waEMD

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In 2021, Juneteenth became a federal holiday as well as a state legal holiday. This Juneteenth marks the first time the entire country will celebrate this important event since being signed into law. Read: #WAedu

Juneteenth: Resources for Recognizing and Learning

In 2021, Juneteenth became a federal holiday as well as a state legal holiday. This Juneteenth marks the first time the entire country…

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“I want to make very, very clear…this fall, we are coming back to school. Every single student and family who wants an in-person full-time learning experience will have that in every single district across the state.” –CR #WAedu

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7 years

[1/4] Feds rolled back @usedgov protections for transgender students; OSPI will stand strong to protect the legal rights of those students.

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Supt. Reykdal answers questions about masks, physical distancing, remote learning, and whether ALL schools will open back up in the fall #waEDU #COVID19

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6 years

3 of Washington’s teachers of the year (such exceptional educators!) are prepping to walk on field for the first pitch! @WEANBCTs @WACSTP @MandyRheaWrites @TeachSpedNow Go @Mariners ! ⚾️ #WAedu

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. @MandyRheaWrites is ready to meet @POTUS 🌟 She brought letters to Mr. President written by her students! #WAedu #NTOY18

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OSPI NEWS RELEASE: Camas Educator Amy Campbell Named Washington Teacher of the Year

Camas Educator Amy Campbell Named Washington Teacher of the Year

Olympia — September 9, 2019 — Amy Campbell, a special education teacher at Helen Baller Elementary in Camas, has been selected as the 2020…

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7 years

Great news! #WAleg passed a capital budget tonight! Senate Bill 6090 passed out of both houses with a near unanimous vote. School construction projects are no longer in jeopardy. #WAedu More here:

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3 years

"We need to keep the humanity of the people in schools at the forefront of all we do, this means mental, physical, and emotional health and learning as a lifelong skill above all else," - Johanna Brown, teacher at @PullmanHS in @PullmanSD .

2021 PAEMST Spotlight: Johanna Brown

This week we’re spotlighting Washington’s state finalists for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching (PAEMST)…

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@waOSPI

5 years

"What a session! $150+ million in additional supports for students with disabilities, a levy lid lift (say that three times fast), hold harmless funds, flexible graduation pathways, and more! Thank you legislators & school district advocates. Students win!" –CR #WAedu #WAleg

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@waOSPI

2 years

It's #InclusiveSchoolsWeek ! Learn more about inclusive schools and this celebratory week from the Inclusive Schools Network:

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@waOSPI

3 years

It’s #BlackLivesMatterAtSchool week! Teachers around the country are leading students through intentional conversations centered on racial justice and civic engagement. For resources and more, visit:

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@waOSPI

4 years

OSPI NEWS RELEASE: Funds to Connect 60,000 Students to Online Learning Released

Funds to Connect 60,000 Students to Online Learning Released

Through the CARES Act, Congress allocated millions of dollars to local school districts and to state education agencies to provide support…

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@waOSPI

4 years

NEW GUIDANCE on how school & district staff can support their graduating seniors reach the finish line despite #COVID19 school closures: #WAedu

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@waOSPI

7 years

“Defend DACA, defend our students” — @waOSPI #WAedu #WAleg #DefendDACA

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@waOSPI

2 years

Supt. Reykdal writes, "We don’t ask students to pay for textbooks or their bus ride to school, so why do we continue to expect that they pay for meals during the school day?" Read more from Supt. Reykdal in @seattletimes : #WAStateInnovates #WAleg #WAedu

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@waOSPI

4 years

“Rest in peace RBG. A legend in law, civil rights, gender equity, and so much more. America has lost an absolute legend. God bless her and her family.” —CR

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@waOSPI

8 years

Thanks for stopping by, @GovInslee , to meet WA's finalists for #waToY ! #AskATeacher

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@waOSPI

4 years

Our teachers are dedicated, compassionate, and resilient. On this #WorldTeachersDay , we express our gratitude for the tens of thousands of incredible teachers across WA, as well as the hundreds of thousands of teachers across our nation and globe. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

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@waOSPI

4 years

More than 30,000 meals this week! Way to go, @YakimaSchools !!! 🎉

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