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Keep on learning! With interactive games, online libraries and engaging platforms, students can continue to expand their knowledge and skills throughout the summer months. Learn how to access our digital tools for students and resources for parents.
Last week, we welcomed partners from Virginia Mason Franciscan Health for a first look at Tyee High School’s new Health Professionals Program and future learning space — opening fall 2025.
On July 2, the Highline School Board unanimously voted to place a local funding measure on the November 2025 ballot. If approved by voters, the levy would renew local funding for educational programs, services and staff — filling the gap between what the state provides and what’s needed to support all Highline students.
Are you ready to make a difference in students’ lives? Highline Public Schools is hiring paraeducators—and we’d love to meet you! This July, we're hosting in-person hiring fairs and virtual info sessions so you can learn more about working as a paraeducator in Highline.
Highline’s Capital Facilities Advisory Committee (CFAC) met on June 23 to continue its work toward a recommendation for a future school bond measure. A highlight of the meeting was a site feasibility analysis presented by Bassetti Architects.
Superintendent Ivan Duran takes a moment to reflect on the 2024-25 school year. Read the full message.
Every year, 5th-grade students in the Highline embark on a transformative journey to Waskowitz Outdoor Education Center. This beloved program, made possible by the 2021 Highline Education Levy, offers students an unparalleled opportunity to immerse themselves in nature while building critical skills and creating lifelong memories.
The last day of school for K-12 is Wednesday, June 25! Read more headlines about free summer meals for all children, the School Borad considering a levy renewal, 2025-26 budget input, next year's calendar and much more.
Here is a look at the 2025-26 school calendar! These calendars have been approved by our Highline Education Association (teachers union) members. These dates and breaks will be reflected on our website calendar.
At its June 18 meeting, the Highline School Board was introduced to a resolution to place an educational programs and operation levy on the November 2025 ballot. This levy would renew local funding for educational programs, services and staff—filling the gap between what the state provides and what’s needed to support all Highline students.
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.