SEATTLE – School districts across Washington are grappling with multimillion-dollar budget shortfalls, putting funding at the forefront of the upcoming superintendent race.
Seattle Public Schools has temporarily halted its school closure plan, and Marysville’s district is under state watch as it struggles to resolve its own financial issues. Parents and educators alike are hoping the next Superintendent of Public Instruction will address these concerns with concrete plans to fully fund public education.
Tonight, parents are tuning in with high hopes that the top two candidates for state superintendent, Chris Reykdal and David Olson, will provide clarity on how they plan to tackle the funding crisis. As budget concerns mount, parents are looking for leadership that will advocate for smaller class sizes, increased support for special education, and equitable funding across districts.…