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OCTOBER 30, 2024
VOL. 105, NO. 44
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COURTESY OF TYLER CRONE
Residents of the 36th Legislative District gather at the Greenwood Senior Center to encourage others to Get Out The Vote.
Election Day is Tuesday Staff Report Election Day is approaching fast! As the country selects its next President, there are many other local offices and initiatives on the ballot. Tyler Crone is the Chair of the 36th
Legislative District Democrats. She said, “No matter who you vote for, now is the time to do your research and return your ballot as soon as possible so that you have a voice in our democracy. Then text ten friends and make sure they do the same. Each of us has the obligation and the
privilege to do our part.” First time candidate Alexis Mercedes Rinck said, “Running for office is one of the most incredible honors of my life. To not only represent the community but to also fight for its wellbeing is a privilege I do not take lightly.”
Seattle Public Schools proposes closing 4 elementary schools next year By Spencer Pauley The Center Square
Seattle Public Schools has announced the consolidation of four schools as the district works to chip away at a $94 million budget deficit. The schools recommended for closure next year are North Beach Elementary, Sacajawea Elementary, Stevens Elementary and Sanislo Elementary. The four schools would be consolidated with other schools as follows: North Beach Elementary with
Viewlands Elementary; Sacajawea Elementary with John Rogers Elementary; Stevens Elementary with Montlake Elementary; and Sanislo Elementary with Highland Park Elementary. “We chose these schools based on factors like building condition, space, and the goal of minimizing disruption to students and families,” the district said in an news release. “A dedicated transition team will be working with the impacted communities to ensure a smooth and supportive process for everyone involved.”
Seattle Public Schools was initially considering closing 17 to 21 schools, which would have saved the district approximately $30 million. That would have left an estimated gap of around $70 million for the district to address after consolidations. After pushback from families and faculty, the district announced it would explore closing five schools. Along with the proposed school closures, the district is looking to tap into
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Completed and signed ballots must be postmarked or returned to a ballot drop box by Nov. 5 at 8 p.m. Washington ballots have already been mailed to registered voters. If you have any questions or have not received your ballot, visit www.kingcounty.gov for more information.
School conversation set for Nov. 6 A community conversation about Seattle Public Schools will take place at 7 p.m. Nov. 6 via Zoom. Go here to sign up for information about the Zoom link: https://docs.google.com/forms/ d/e/1FAIpQLScATh6eUc2iioKQTwsOLEk_ M3_cnCAaZxaTD2zPfj2LwASV8g/ viewform Guests will include Joe Mizrahi, District 4 Seattle Public Schools Board Director, and State Representative Liz Berry, 36th Legislative District (also a parent of a public school student in our community). “This is a very fluid situation, with the Seattle Public Schools currently working through its budget and looking more broadly at how to regain its financial footing and support student outcomes. We welcome the community to come together with two dedicated stakeholders – Joe and Liz – to discuss potential short and long-term impacts on Queen Anne, map timelines, and help ensure our community can voice concerns and actively particulate in the district-wide dialogue,” a press release says. Feel free to submit questions and comments in advance to queenannecc@gmail.com.