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After a nationwide search for the next Superintendent of Shoreline Public Schools, our School Board has selected Dr. Susana Reyes to be the district’s next leader. Dr. Reyes was unanimously approved by the school board earlier today. Learn more at bit.ly/3t4VHFc

Some compelling research funded by College Spark Washington College Spark WA

seattletimes.com/seattle-news/p… It was such a personal and professional joy to be part of the original team that developed the Seattle Promise. This program continues to make a real difference in the lives of Seattle students Seattle Public Schools Seattle Colleges Jenny Durkan

It is such a pleasure to have Dr. Zhou serve on the College Spark WA Board of Trustees.

A great gathering of educational leaders. Rich conversations about Guided Pathways and practices for effective educational leadership. Congratulations to Sheila Edwards Lange for her appointment as the new University of Washington - Tacoma Chancellor! Dr. Rosie Rimando-Chareunsap Jill Wakefield

Congratulations to College Spark Washington Trustee @erinjonesin2016

Such an honor to travel to Wenatchee and acknowledge College Spark WA Trustee Jesus Hernandez. When successfully completing their trustee appointment, CSW Trustees designate a charity for a CSW grant. Jesus identified the Melissa Hernandez Inspiration Fund, read about it: Community Foundation

Congratulations to SBCTC Washington for your on-going dedication towards improving student outcomes through Guided Pathways. Over the past week, it has been an honor to visit and hand-deliver Guided Pathways grant checks to tacomacc Renton Technical College South Seattle College Clover Park Technical College

A very engaging conference. Pleased that CSW participated in two presentations, including sharing the stage with Jeremiah and Rachel Sims’ Rooted In Love rootedinlove.education

Thank you League of Education Voters (LEV) - now on Bluesky for inviting College Spark WA to co-facilitate today’s webinar on the draft PESB cultural competency equity diversity & inclusion standards.

It was a joy to join former CSW Trustee, Dr. Jean Hernandez, as CSW presented the Trustee Discretionary grant to @EdmondsCollege to support the work of their MESA Student Center.

Great day to hear students’ stories of perseverance and success. Wonderful connecting with community and technical college trustees and presidents like Amy Morrison, Ed.D.. CSW Trustee @erinjonesin2016 provided the keynote that inspired all. Thanks SBCTC Washington

Support for educators of color doesn’t stop at recruitment. Districts must help new teachers with strong educator programs that help them make inroads, explains Howard University’s Dr. Katherine E. L. Norris. diverseeducation.com/opinion/articl…

Such a joy to attend this wonderful SBCTC event. Honoring Jan Yoshiwara's service, while noting the historical arc of leadership leading to Paul Francis' new appointment.

So fortunate to work with an incredible group of trustees that are focused on educational equity. College Spark WA Trustee @erinjonesin2016 was just awarded for her inspiring service to the community Green River College with Suzanne M. Johnson

Powerful Philanthropy NW board meeting. Our goals are set for 2023. Touching and motivating presentation by Jeffrey Robinson and his @Who_We_Are_19 project. Honored to serve on the PNW board.

Thank you Seattle Colleges for an inspirational community MLK celebration.

Thank you SBCTC Washington for a meaningful conference to reflect on the Guided Pathways work. Proud the College Spark WA was part of the journey. Here, Heather Gingerich leads a session about future CSW initiatives.

#FOTH2023 is in full swing, with philanthropic sector leaders and advocates gathered from across the country! We are here with our delegation from the region to advocate for policies that promote a more inclusive and equitable future for our communities. The Forum