
May 13, 2026
Over the past two weeks, 1,640 Spokane Public Schools students have taken 3,596 Advanced Placement (AP) tests, which are based on student course selections. AP courses are offere...

May 12, 2026
Chase Middle School math teachers Joan McConnell and Sue Rees started the school’s after-school Homework Club a few years ago to help students with their math homework. They soon ...

May 12, 2026
When a new south Spokane middle school was named in honor of Dutch resistance fighter and Spokane resident Carla Olman Peperzak in 2023, the school’s educators committed to contin...

May 11, 2026
Picture a preschool classroom turned into a jungle, with decorations covering every wall. Parents are finding their seats. The kids who cried at the classroom door on the first da...

May 8, 2026
When you think about an archery club at an elementary school, you might envision toy bows and arrows. Fourth grade teacher and Archery Club advisor Sean Mills explained why this ...

May 7, 2026
“Boys want to play volleyball and they want to play it competitively.” Engagement Navigator Austin Johnson shares how interest in boys volleyball led to club teams at Rogers and ...

May 6, 2026
DANCE BREAK: Shadle Park High School senior Chioma used to describe herself as quiet and shy, but dance has helped her find confidence, community and a new way to express herself....

May 5, 2026
Flett Middle School art teacher Lizzie Zody walks students through a lesson in creating clay sculptures, highlighting technique and storytelling as they create a container and tri...

May 4, 2026
The Washington School Recognition Program, operated by the State Board of Education, the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and the Educational Opportunity Gap ...

May 4, 2026
In a room filled with firefighters, elected officials and dozens of supporters last week, Stevens 2nd grader Londyn received a standing ovation as he accepted Spokane Fire Departm...

May 1, 2026
"I'm bored!" If you want to avoid hearing those two words this summer, we have plenty of opportunities that will prevent and cure any summer boredom. Spokane Public Schools' sum...

May 1, 2026
Last week, Spokane Public Schools students received four of the top six prizes for their academic achievements from the Spokane Scholars Foundation . These four students received...

April 30, 2026
Three hundred middle school students from across Eastern Washington gathered at Spokane Community College last week for the STEM Superstar Competition — a celebration of curiosity...

April 29, 2026
“Ribbon skirts are significant within the Native community. To be able to wear one at the powwow is pretty special.” Native Education director Tamika LaMere shares how ribbon ski...

April 29, 2026
Spokane Public Schools students and groups from 16 schools received 30 Chase Youth Awards from the Chase Youth Commission at a celebration at the Fox Theater. These awards recog...

April 29, 2026
The Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) and Washington Music Educators Association (WMEA) State Solo and Ensemble Contest took place in Ellensburg on April 24...
April 28, 2026
North Central High School held an early graduation ceremony this past week. It wasn’t for four years of academic achievement, it was for 10 months of progress. For the students in...

April 28, 2026
After committing to running a mile every day starting on his 10th birthday last year, Hutton 4th grader Harry inspired his school community to create their own goals for personal ...

April 27, 2026
Earlier this month, about fifty juniors from seven SPS high schools gathered at NEWESD 101 for a day of learning and encouragement as they considered opportunities for their futur...

April 23, 2026
During the school year, three individuals are recognized by Spokane Public School each month for their contributions to our schools’ communities. One student, one certificated sta...
