Celebrate Black History Month
Black history is not just about the past—it’s happening now, shaping our schools, communities, and future. This February, we are spotlighting our own staff. Let these stories inspire us all to learn and grow together.
Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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We are piloting new materials for health for grades 6-12--and we want your input! Your voice is important as we select new instructional materials. Explore materials online and give feedback by March 7.
In Highline Public Schools, every student is welcome, valued, and safe. We stand firm in protecting the rights and dignity of all students, families and staff. Our schools embrace people of all beliefs, backgrounds and needs, creating a respectful and inclusive learning community. Please read this all-family message from Superintendent Ivan Duran.
This week's Highline Headlines includes information for families and students about 12 news items, including Mid-winter Break, an opportunity to give input on health materials for grades 6-12, SAT testing, literacy, Family University workshops, updates on security procedures and plans, and more.
Between March 10 to 28, 11th grade students will have the opportunity to take the SAT in school, during a regular school day. Your school will communicate your specific testing date. Learn more and check out free resources.
You’re invited to explore the results of January’s ThoughtExchange on our budget development process. More than 330 ideas were shared and rated nearly 13,000 times by 360 participants. A strong majority—69%—reported having at least some knowledge of the budget development process. Check out the top themes and all submitted thoughts in our interactive report.
At Highline, we are committed to ensuring all students, families, and staff feel welcomed, valued, and safe. As part of this commitment, we have security procedures in place to protect everyone in our buildings. The security systems, installed in spring 2024, allow office staff to see and talk to visitors before unlocking the door.
Family University is a workshop designed to help families navigate the public school system, connect with key school personnel, and access valuable resources. Participants will learn how to build strong partnerships with their child’s school and become more engaged in their education.
This week's Highline Headlines includes information about ParentSquare notification settings, Winter Jobs Fair tomorrow, Highline School Foundation Gold Start nominations, the upcoming Mid-winter break and more!
Literacy is one of our Big 4 focus areas, and we’re seeing growth. Elementary students are building strong reading and writing skills, while secondary students engage with complex texts and expand their vocabulary. Secondary iReady scores show a 6% increase in students reading at grade level. Teachers use data and professional development to refine instruction, ensuring every student is prepared for their future.
At this time, we plan to open schools on time on Friday, February 7. We are closely watching conditions. We want to remind you that if weather conditions require a two-hour delay on an early release day, school will be canceled for the day.
Every student in Highline Public Schools is known by name, strength and need, and graduates prepared for the future they choose.
A culture where all are welcome, valued, and safe.
Academic experiences that engage, empower, and challenge every student.
Multicultural skills that enable students to live, work, and communicate across cultures.
Students explore possibilities and develop mindsets that prepare them for a changing future.
at a Glance
Our students represent many diverse and culturally-rich backgrounds. Our diversity is an asset. Our students learn from one another and graduate prepared to live and work in an increasingly multicultural world.
The single most important driver of student achievement is an excellent teacher in the classroom. Highline is in the top 12 out of 295 Washington districts in the number of National Board Certified Teachers.
Highline has 18 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 4 comprehensive high schools serving neighborhoods in Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, SeaTac and White Center. Families may also want to explore our 7 choice schools or multiple alternative education options.
Highline's graduation rate has been on a steady rise for the past decade. The on-time graduation rate for the Class of 2023 was 84.8%. That's an increase of 22.5 point rise since 2013.