League of Education Voters (LEV)
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Working to create learning environments from early learning to K-12 to postsecondary where every Washington student feels safe, supported, and a positive sense of belonging.
New buff.ly/i95SaEQ Superintendent Ben Shuldiner said he’s more determined than ever to do his part to improve student safety and security, across the district and throughout the city. buff.ly/n3Xpx5J @kuow.org #WAedu
‘Mourn today, act tomorrow.’ New Seattle Schools superintendent emphasizes safety following fatal shooting near South Shore
It’s safe to say Ben Shuldiner’s first day as superintendent of Seattle Public Schools wasn’t what he’d expected.
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February 4, 2026 at 1:40 AM
New buff.ly/i95SaEQ Superintendent Ben Shuldiner said he’s more determined than ever to do his part to improve student safety and security, across the district and throughout the city. buff.ly/n3Xpx5J @kuow.org #WAedu
The bill would add lessons on making official cursive signatures to current mandatory high school civics classes. The proposal isn’t about crafting art or good penmanship. It’s focused on preparing teens to vote. buff.ly/UJl1muz www.spokesman.com #WAedu www.sos.wa.gov
Bill would require Washington high schools to teach kids to create a signature to help them vote
OLYMPIA – High schools could soon be required to offer coursework teaching students how to write a signature in cursive under a bill heard in the House Education Committee on Thursday.
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February 1, 2026 at 7:39 PM
The bill would add lessons on making official cursive signatures to current mandatory high school civics classes. The proposal isn’t about crafting art or good penmanship. It’s focused on preparing teens to vote. buff.ly/UJl1muz www.spokesman.com #WAedu www.sos.wa.gov
Intergenerational partnerships, like the one between Timber Ridge at Talus and Cougar Mountain Middle School, provide a natural way to grow children’s social-emotional skills. buff.ly/8ktUATn Issaquah School District www.isd411.org www.edweek.org #WAedu
Want to Improve Tweens' Social Skills? Enlist Older Adults' Help
When a middle school was built adjacent to a retirement community, unlikely friendships grew.
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January 31, 2026 at 7:39 PM
Intergenerational partnerships, like the one between Timber Ridge at Talus and Cougar Mountain Middle School, provide a natural way to grow children’s social-emotional skills. buff.ly/8ktUATn Issaquah School District www.isd411.org www.edweek.org #WAedu
Tomorrow, Friday, January 30th, the www.spokaneschools.org and www.launchnw.org, will host Winterfest in downtown Spokane. The district is wanting to provide an opportunity on a nonstudent day to give students and families a time and a way for them to come together in community. buff.ly/On9F4RD
SPS, Launch NW host Winterfest in downtown Spokane
While Spokane Public Schools students are out of school Friday, the district and Launch NW will host Winterfest, where families can connect and engage with their communities through activities and…
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January 30, 2026 at 1:59 AM
Tomorrow, Friday, January 30th, the www.spokaneschools.org and www.launchnw.org, will host Winterfest in downtown Spokane. The district is wanting to provide an opportunity on a nonstudent day to give students and families a time and a way for them to come together in community. buff.ly/On9F4RD
This op-ed piece, written by @educationvoters.org Chief Policy Officer Jacob Vela, and buff.ly/XoFpmeL Director of Policy & Advocacy Aaron Yared, makes a strong case for restoring Homeless Student Stability Education Program (HSSeP) funding. buff.ly/qS1qP8v buff.ly/KnAnBGs #WAedu
A critical chance to support homeless students | Op-Ed
Funding cuts and policy changes threaten support for homeless students in Washington schools. Here’s why this legislative session matters.
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January 29, 2026 at 1:25 AM
This op-ed piece, written by @educationvoters.org Chief Policy Officer Jacob Vela, and buff.ly/XoFpmeL Director of Policy & Advocacy Aaron Yared, makes a strong case for restoring Homeless Student Stability Education Program (HSSeP) funding. buff.ly/qS1qP8v buff.ly/KnAnBGs #WAedu
In this episode, League of Education Voters CEO Arik Korman interviews Michelle Whitney, the 2026 Washington state Superintendent of the Year, who has served as Superintendent of the Pasco School District for the past 10 years. bit.ly/superintende...
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January 27, 2026 at 1:24 AM
In this episode, League of Education Voters CEO Arik Korman interviews Michelle Whitney, the 2026 Washington state Superintendent of the Year, who has served as Superintendent of the Pasco School District for the past 10 years. bit.ly/superintende...
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Now more than ever, we need to invest in what works. The Homeless Student Stability's Education Program (HSSeP)’s approach—linking housing stability and academic achievement—has delivered results since the pandemic. buff.ly/hs5oZxM buff.ly/hXpY5Wl #WAedu
Washington state Legislative Issue Brief: Student Homelessness
LEV and Building Changes explain the importance of the Homeless Student Stability Education Program (HSSeP) for Washington students experiencing homelessness.
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January 25, 2026 at 7:39 PM
Now more than ever, we need to invest in what works. The Homeless Student Stability's Education Program (HSSeP)’s approach—linking housing stability and academic achievement—has delivered results since the pandemic. buff.ly/hs5oZxM buff.ly/hXpY5Wl #WAedu
For students attending public universities, the grant covers full tuition. But for students attending private universities, the state pays a flat amount for tuition, about $9,700 a year. After the cuts, it would be reduced to around $6,500. www.wsac.wa.gov #WAedu @WashingtonStateStandard.com
Lawmakers look to reverse financial aid cuts for students at WA’s private colleges • Washington State Standard
Starting this fall, the Washington College Grant, hailed as one of the most generous financial aid programs in the country, will decrease by nearly a third for students attending private universities.
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January 24, 2026 at 1:06 AM
For students attending public universities, the grant covers full tuition. But for students attending private universities, the state pays a flat amount for tuition, about $9,700 a year. After the cuts, it would be reduced to around $6,500. www.wsac.wa.gov #WAedu @WashingtonStateStandard.com
Join the Spokane NAACP Education Committee and community partners for a screening of "Left Behind", a powerful documentary on the fight for educational justice. This screening will take place at the Magic Lantern Theater in Spokane on Tuesday, January 27 at 6:30. Reserve your space!
January 22, 2026 at 7:43 PM
Join the Spokane NAACP Education Committee and community partners for a screening of "Left Behind", a powerful documentary on the fight for educational justice. This screening will take place at the Magic Lantern Theater in Spokane on Tuesday, January 27 at 6:30. Reserve your space!
On Martin Luther King Day we can all reflect on his words and work and work now to ensure his efforts will continue.
January 19, 2026 at 7:40 PM
On Martin Luther King Day we can all reflect on his words and work and work now to ensure his efforts will continue.
With the 2026 Legislative session underway, you can track education bills on our bill tracker, here: buff.ly/BeVoMTX We will keep this up to date as the session progresses.
2026 Legislative Bill Tracker - League of Education Voters
Here is a list of bills related to education that LEV is tracking during the 2026 Legislative Session. Questions? Please contact us.
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January 16, 2026 at 5:50 PM
With the 2026 Legislative session underway, you can track education bills on our bill tracker, here: buff.ly/BeVoMTX We will keep this up to date as the session progresses.
You can watch last week's LEVinar about the preview of the 2026 Legislative session here: bit.ly/2026_session... #WAedu
January 14, 2026 at 1:40 AM
You can watch last week's LEVinar about the preview of the 2026 Legislative session here: bit.ly/2026_session... #WAedu
You can watch this week's LEVinar about the preview of the 2026 Legislative session here: bit.ly/2026_session... #WAedu
January 10, 2026 at 7:39 PM
You can watch this week's LEVinar about the preview of the 2026 Legislative session here: bit.ly/2026_session... #WAedu
We hope you have a great year filled with joy, happiness and prosperity.
January 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM
We hope you have a great year filled with joy, happiness and prosperity.
Our 4th annual Youth Advocacy Summit, hosted on Gonzaga’s campus in Spokane, saw over 100 community members come together to learn, network, and share space. The theme: Nothing About Us Without Us: Using Your Voice to Get into Good Trouble.
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#GonzagaUniversity #AWSL #WAEd
2025 Youth Advocacy Summit: Nothing About Us Without Us – Using Your Voice to Get Into Good Trouble
This was an event for youth, by youth, co-hosted by League of Education Voters (LEV), the Association of Washington Student Leaders (AWSL), and Gonzaga University's Office of a Pedagogy of Hope…
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December 29, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Our 4th annual Youth Advocacy Summit, hosted on Gonzaga’s campus in Spokane, saw over 100 community members come together to learn, network, and share space. The theme: Nothing About Us Without Us: Using Your Voice to Get into Good Trouble.
#GonzagaUniversity #AWSL #WAEd
#GonzagaUniversity #AWSL #WAEd
In case you missed yesterday's webinar: we spotlight the Washington State Board of Education's FutureReady initiative, a statewide effort to modernize high school graduation requirements. Watch now: bit.ly/future_ready... #WAedu #WAleg
December 19, 2025 at 5:50 PM
In case you missed yesterday's webinar: we spotlight the Washington State Board of Education's FutureReady initiative, a statewide effort to modernize high school graduation requirements. Watch now: bit.ly/future_ready... #WAedu #WAleg
Reading from birth builds strong early literacy, but access can sometimes be a hurdle. Here is where you can access free children’s books in the Seattle area! buff.ly/2EWK9l8 #SeattlePublicLibrary #dollypartonimaginationlibrary #kingcountylibrary
Where to find free books for kids in Seattle area
Pediatricians recommend reading to your child at least through kindergarten. Here's where to find free books for kids in the Seattle area.
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December 16, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Reading from birth builds strong early literacy, but access can sometimes be a hurdle. Here is where you can access free children’s books in the Seattle area! buff.ly/2EWK9l8 #SeattlePublicLibrary #dollypartonimaginationlibrary #kingcountylibrary
We've released our 2026 Legislative Platform, informed by communities across the state outlining a path forward to protect students, strengthen our education system and center students most impacted by inequitable funding.
👉 Read the full platform: buff.ly/8kcRzNt
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👉 Read the full platform: buff.ly/8kcRzNt
#WAEdu #Leagueofeducationvoters
December 15, 2025 at 9:01 PM
We've released our 2026 Legislative Platform, informed by communities across the state outlining a path forward to protect students, strengthen our education system and center students most impacted by inequitable funding.
👉 Read the full platform: buff.ly/8kcRzNt
#WAEdu #Leagueofeducationvoters
👉 Read the full platform: buff.ly/8kcRzNt
#WAEdu #Leagueofeducationvoters
WA is moving to make financial education a graduation requirement. Treasurer Pellicciotti: “Financial education is not required in our schools today — and that truly shocks Washingtonians.” #WaEdu #FinancialEducation
State treasurer to again push for financial education requirement for high schoolers
OLYMPIA — While State Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti has been in office, he has spoken to thousands of people across the state. Not one, Pellicciotti said Thursday, has told him they feel adequately vers
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December 12, 2025 at 9:01 PM
WA is moving to make financial education a graduation requirement. Treasurer Pellicciotti: “Financial education is not required in our schools today — and that truly shocks Washingtonians.” #WaEdu #FinancialEducation
In case you missed yesterday's LEVinar - Learn about Science on Wheels, Pacific Science Center’s flagship outreach program and Washington’s largest provider of outreach science education! Watch now. bit.ly/pacsci_scien... #WAedu #WAleg #Science
December 12, 2025 at 5:50 PM
In case you missed yesterday's LEVinar - Learn about Science on Wheels, Pacific Science Center’s flagship outreach program and Washington’s largest provider of outreach science education! Watch now. bit.ly/pacsci_scien... #WAedu #WAleg #Science
WA bike safety classes roll into more Tri-Cities schools. A new “Let’s Go” program is rolling out in six Kennewick elementary schools, giving 3rd–5th graders real-world skills in signaling, navigating intersections, and staying safe on the road. buff.ly/NHpd8Qt #TricitiesWA #KennewickWa #BikeSafety
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December 11, 2025 at 9:02 PM
WA bike safety classes roll into more Tri-Cities schools. A new “Let’s Go” program is rolling out in six Kennewick elementary schools, giving 3rd–5th graders real-world skills in signaling, navigating intersections, and staying safe on the road. buff.ly/NHpd8Qt #TricitiesWA #KennewickWa #BikeSafety
Join us for a LEVinar on December 11 for an inspiring look at Science on Wheels, Pacific Science Center’s flagship outreach program and Washington’s largest provider of outreach science education! Register here: buff.ly/TOfvsEw Federal Way Public Schools Yakima Public Schools Brinnon School District
December 10, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Join us for a LEVinar on December 11 for an inspiring look at Science on Wheels, Pacific Science Center’s flagship outreach program and Washington’s largest provider of outreach science education! Register here: buff.ly/TOfvsEw Federal Way Public Schools Yakima Public Schools Brinnon School District
The www.washington.edu (UW) is one of at least 19 colleges that changed essay prompts this year. UW removed a question this year that asked how a student might add to the school’s diversity. buff.ly/cmmqC01 @KUOW.org buff.ly/liwFhyt #WAedu
Some colleges scrap diversity questions from admissions essays. Will it change how students talk about themselves?
Starting this year, some colleges have changed or removed essay prompts that referenced diversity from their admissions applications.
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December 9, 2025 at 9:45 PM
The www.washington.edu (UW) is one of at least 19 colleges that changed essay prompts this year. UW removed a question this year that asked how a student might add to the school’s diversity. buff.ly/cmmqC01 @KUOW.org buff.ly/liwFhyt #WAedu
In @educationvoters.org 2026 Legislative Platform, we assert that in this legislative session, we must prioritize student needs by ensuring equitable access to essential school supports, such as mental health resources and special education services. Read for more: bit.ly/lev_2026_pla... #WAedu
2026 Legislative Platform - League of Education Voters
The following priorities will help us respond to the impacts of the pandemic and move us toward a more equitable and just education system.
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December 8, 2025 at 11:43 PM
In @educationvoters.org 2026 Legislative Platform, we assert that in this legislative session, we must prioritize student needs by ensuring equitable access to essential school supports, such as mental health resources and special education services. Read for more: bit.ly/lev_2026_pla... #WAedu
Michelle Whitney has been superintendent of Pasco School District (www.psd1.org) since 2016, leading a district of more than 18,800 students and 2,250 employees in one of the most diverse and rapidly growing communities in eastern Washington. buff.ly/ugff7AN buff.ly/IYbsGxX buff.ly/f1nqgnj #WAedu
Whitney named State Superintendent of the Year
ESD 123 is proud to announce that the Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA) has named Michelle Whitney, Superintendent of the Pasco School District, as the 2026 Washington State…
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December 5, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Michelle Whitney has been superintendent of Pasco School District (www.psd1.org) since 2016, leading a district of more than 18,800 students and 2,250 employees in one of the most diverse and rapidly growing communities in eastern Washington. buff.ly/ugff7AN buff.ly/IYbsGxX buff.ly/f1nqgnj #WAedu