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February 8, 2023

Testimony on bill re: graduation pathway options

This week, lawmakers heard public testimony about a bill (House Bil 1308) that would add a performance-based pathway options for students to meet the pathway requirement for graduation. You can watch the full segment on SBE's YouTube channel. Thoughtful testimony was given from school district staff, education partners, and professionals in industry. Track this bill's progress by visiting the Legislature's portal: HB 1308. 

Find more information about the Board's request legislation and priorities this session: sbe.wa.gov/waleg.

Partner Highlights

We're Seeking a Western Washington Student Board Member (AWSL/SBE)

How College Support Programs Can Make a Difference (Ready WA)

Financial Aid Myths Flyer (WSAC)

Broad View

Black History Month Resources (Seramount)

When Black and White Children Grow Apart (The Atlantic)

Black Pioneers in Mental Health (MHA)

Around WA

Classroom energy: Partnership between Spokane Public Schools, Gonzaga pushes climate science for elementary students (Spokesman-Review)

Q&A: Why Paul Francis wants you to reconsider community college (Seattle Times)

We're meeting next week!

The State Board of Education will hold a meeting in Olympia (and on Zoom) February 15-16. Members will participate in a "hill climb" at the Capitol on February 14. Look for updates from our communications interns on their TikTok channel, or follow our official Instagram account. The agenda includes graduation requirements rules, legislative updates, basic education, strategic planning, and more. You can find materials and agenda items on SBE's meeting site.

Keep up with our legislative work at sbe.wa.gov/waleg.