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To combat fentanyl-related overdose deaths and comply with new state legislation, we will be distributing Narcan to our elementary and middle schools. Our high schools have had this medication available for several years. School nurses, as well as identified staff, have received training on how to identify and respond to potential overdose situations. Read our policy and procedure and learn about laws.

Join School Board Director Melissa Petrini for an evening in celebration of National Literacy Month at the My Favorite Book Share & Exchange Event on Tuesday, September 24. Led by School Board Director Melissa Petrini, this event invites readers of all ages to come together, share their love for books, and discover new stories.

Read a message from Superintendent Duran to all Highline families as we navigate the challenges caused by the cyber incident.

The September 13 Highline Headlines include links to: an incident recap and timeline with a list of questions and answers, an invitation to fifth grade families to attend Waskowitz Open House on September 15, the School Board meeting schedule, and next week's meal menu.

Read a message from Superintendent Duran to all staff thanking you for your unwavering commitment to our students and families.

Here are important updates and instructions for staff about internet and device use. 

This week’s digital network incident has impacted every staff member, student and family. Thank you for your patience and trust as we continue to respond and communicate. Team Highline has shown creativity and dedication. In this update, we’ll walk you through our response timeline, answer your questions, and share the next steps.

We know you may have questions about this week's incident. Please see a list of frequently asked questions and answers on our Incident FAQs webpage.

Are you interested in developing your leadership skills, helping others, and gaining confidence outdoors? Consider becoming a High School Leader at Waskowitz! 

We have taken steps to allow us to restore certain segments of our digital network in a secure manner. All schools will be OPEN on Thursday, September 12. See the plan for staff and families.

All schools will remain closed on Wednesday, September 11. All school activities, athletics and meetings are canceled. Central office is open. 

As previously shared, all schools will remain closed tomorrow, September 10, as we continue responding to unauthorized activity on certain systems within our network. We want to provide you with an update on the incident. 

Please read this message from Superintendent Ivan Duran to kindergarten families. 

All schools will remain closed on Tuesday, September 10. All school activities, athletics and meetings are canceled. Central office will be open.  

All schools are closed on Monday, September 9. All school activities, athletics and meetings are canceled. Central office is open. Vaccine clinic has moved to Matt Griffin YMCA in SeaTac.

We want to remind you of employee expectations when schools are delayed or closed, and how we communicate these changes. 

Absences Add Up! Learn why showing up matters.

This week's Highline Headlines include invitations for the Future Ready Fest, upcoming vaccine clinic, school board meeting as well as information about the Original Beverly Park building and next week's school meals. 

Learn eight facts about our emergency renovation of the Original Beverly Park Site, which opened for school on September 4. See photos of the move-in and first day of school.

All Highline students and their families are invited to take the next step towards their future at Future Ready Fest on Wednesday, September 25, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Highline High School.

The first day of school is here! Our schools are alive with energy and excitement as we welcome students to the 2024-25 school year. Watch our first-day-of-school video and read a special message from Superintendent Ivan Duran. 

Wednesday, September 4 is the first day of school for grades 1-12. As a reminder, Friday, September 6, is a regular, full school day for students. Half-day Fridays will begin Friday, September 13. 

Highline Headlines is our news bulletin for students and families. This week news updates included: #BacktoHighline is our social media tag for the first day of school, our Back-to-School Checklist, our online tool to check bus routes, a vaccine clinic, the school lunch menus for next week and more!

Highline Public Schools in partnership with Go-Vax Kids are offering free routine immunizations and a COVID vaccine clinic. Get your student up to date on their immunizations. New Location: Matt Griffin YMCA!

Members of our Capital Projects Oversight Committee met in August for their quarterly review of our bond spending and construction progress. After the committee reviewed financial statements and asked questions, the consensus was, “Good job, guys, for staying on top of it!”