🍂 Conference Days and Holiday Breaks
Student conferences will take place November 24–26 (dates vary by school).
- No school for PreK–5: November 24–25
- No school for all grades: November 26
- Schools closed for Thanksgiving: November 27–28
Winter break runs from December 22 through January 2. Students return on January 5, 2026. View the online calendar.
📊 How Enrollment and Leadership Input Shape Our Budget
Enrollment trends and leadership feedback are helping guide decisions for the $8 million budget reduction in 2026-27. Learn how this information supports long-term planning and what it means for our schools moving forward. Read more about the budget process.
🗣️ 10 Questions to Ask at Student Conferences
Student conferences offer a chance to understand your child’s progress and build a strong connection with their teacher. We share 10 helpful questions to guide your conversation so you leave with a clearer picture and ways to support learning at home.
The Promise Podcast is here—a new series sharing real stories from across Highline. The trailer offers a preview of what’s to come: stories about belonging, learning and the futures our students are building. Follow The Promise Podcast for more stories.
🧭 Explore Your Choices at High School Transitions Night
From maritime studies to aerospace exploration, virtual learning to your neighborhood school—Highline gives you choices. Explore all your high school options on December 18 at 5:30 p.m. at Puget Sound Skills Center. Learn about programs, admissions, opportunities and more. Visit our Schools of Choice webpage for school information, application timelines and more.
🔨 CFAC Plans for Next School Bond
Highline's Capital Facilities Advisory Committee (CFAC) reviewed enrollment data and explored tax rate projections for potential $450, $550 or $650 million bond packages for the November 2026 ballot. Members are weighing facility needs with tax impacts and the values that will guide their recommendations. They plan to gather community feedback early next year.
📅 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 - 8:00 p.m. The next meeting will be held on December 3. All regular board business meetings, work sessions and public hearings are public, and everyone is encouraged to attend.