Equity Families accuse Seattle Public Schools of mishandling civil rights complaints They contend that what should be avenues of recourse for families and accountability for staff often lead nowhere. by Liz Brazile / September 3, 2019 / Updated September 9, 2019 at 10:54 a.m.
Equity Washington schools can’t keep up with a growing need for special education teachers The number of students with disabilities living in Washington state is growing. But the number of special ed teachers has remained stagnant. by Liz Brazile / November 8, 2019
Equity WA schools to make advanced classes more accessible to students — but will it close the opportunity gap? A new law will automatically enroll students who meet or exceed state standards in the classes. Advocates say it doesn’t go far enough. by Liz Brazile / May 16, 2019
Equity Washington state isn't transparent about student arrests. Federal law says it's supposed to be Experts say poor data reporting practices have kept educational institutions from truly confronting their role in exposing kids to the criminal justice system. by Liz Brazile / October 24, 2019
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