🚫No School on Monday
There will be no school on Monday, January 19 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Enjoy your three-day weekend. We will see you back on Tuesday, January 20.
📝Take 5 Minutes. Shape What Comes Next for Highline
We are refining how we implement and measure progress on our strategic plan while developing the 2026–27 budget, which includes $8 million in reductions. Share your input at in-person engagement sessions or through ThoughtExchange by February 13.
Upcoming Family & Student Engagement Sessions:
- Tuesday, January 20 | 5:45–7:15 p.m. - Cascade Middle School, Seattle
- Tuesday, February 3 | 5:45–7:15 p.m. - Sylvester Middle School, Burien
- Monday, February 9 | 5:45–7:15 p.m. - Madrona Elementary School, SeaTac
🚀 Developing Future Ready Students and Schools
We are redesigning secondary schools to ensure every student is Future Ready. Informed by 2023–24 community feedback, our focus is on real-world relevance and instructional rigor. High schools are putting plans into action, while middle schools like Sylvester are introducing career-focused courses. Learn more about our K–12 redesign work.
📰Our Promise, Our Stories
Take a look at everything Highline has done in the last year. Read Our Promise, Our Stories, featuring our 2024–25 Annual Report. It shares classroom stories and data that show how students are growing and how staff support every learner. Take a few minutes to explore the highlights.
⭐Recognize Highline’s Gold Stars — Nominate Today!
It’s time to shine a spotlight on the outstanding Highline staff members who inspire, lead and live the Highline Promise every day. Nominate them for a 2026 Gold Star Award by February 16! Categories include teachers, staff, administrators, volunteers and alumni.
🧭 Schools of Choice Applications Open
Shape your future, your way. Schools and Programs of Choice applications are now open! From maritime studies and aerospace exploration to hands-on career programs, virtual learning, and small, personalized learning environments, options help students learn in a setting that fits them. Attend a school-specific information session in January. Most applications are due January 31.
📨Settlement Postcard
Some staff and families may receive a postcard related to a legal settlement connected to the September 2024 cybersecurity incident. The postcard is legitimate. For details or next steps, visit the website listed on the postcard (www.hsddataincident.com) or contact the settlement administrator at 1-888-468-0613.
📆Save the Date for the Winter Job Fair
Are you interested in working at Highline Public Schools? Attend our in-person job fair on Saturday, February 21, from noon to 3:00 p.m. at Tyee High School. RSVP Today.
📱Enable ParentSquare Notifications
You can log in or register your ParentSquare account using the same email address or phone number used to register your student in ParentVUE. Notifications are defaulted to email only, until the user logs in and updates to accept texts and app alerts. To do so, log in and navigate to your Notification Settings. Select “Digest” or “Instant” for email, text and app.
📅 School Board Meeting Schedule
You are welcome to join the Highline School Board and superintendent at a school board meeting. All school board meetings are held at the Central Office, 15675 Ambaum Boulevard SW in Burien, typically every other Wednesday, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 21. All regular board business meetings, work sessions and public hearings are public, and everyone is encouraged to attend.
🍏 What’s Cooking Next Week for School Meals
Next week, we look forward to Cheese Omelet & Maple Belgian Waffle on the elementary lunch menu. School meals are available to all students at no cost this school year. Check out the NEW interactive menu platform My School Menus where you can view nutrition details, check for allergens and more.
Highline in the News
B-Town Blog
Highline Public Schools to refine strategic plan, seek community input as district prepares $8 million budget cut
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