The image shows a close-up of a flyer or brochure held by someone, with the bold heading "SPS Extra!" displayed prominently at the top. The text on the flyer reads " Engage IRL CALL TO ACTION, Thursday, Aug. 28, 2024, 9 AM at Yasuhara Middle School.”

SPS Extra: Activities offer alternative to screen time

September 19, 2024
“They’re so distracted from their learning, but it’s also clearly affecting their social outlook.” On this month’s SPS Extra podcast , Athletics & Activities Executive Director S...
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The image shows a group of people, mainly students, smiling and engaged at an assembly in a middle school gym. The text on the image reads “"Coffee with SPS" with latte art of the Spokane Public Schools tree logo in a coffee cup as the “o” and the words” Ask," "Share," and "Learn" enclosed in speech bubbles.

Have coffee with district leaders on Sept. 24

September 17, 2024
The next Coffee with SPS is on Tuesday, Sept. 24, 8-9 a.m. at Woodridge Elementary School . Community members, neighbors, and families are invited to join Spokane Public Schools...
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Five seniors reflect on citizenship and student leadership

September 17, 2024
Today, Sept. 17, is Constitution & Citizenship Day, which commemorates the signing of the United States Constitution in 1787. The study of the Constitution, as well as the Constit...
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The image Aaliyah Ashley-Meek smiling and seated outdoors in front of Shadle Park High School. She is wearing a denim button-up shirt and has a friendly expression. Her dark curly hair is styled with small pink clips on each side, and she is wearing hoop earrings and a nose ring. The background features a modern building with glass windows and brick walls, along with greenery and bushes.

Get to know Aaliyah Ashley-Meek - North West / Shadle Park Engagement Navigator

September 13, 2024
As part of our Engage IRL initiative with Launch NW , five SPS staff members will support connecting students with activities. These Engagement Navigators are assigned to sch...
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Every Student, Every Day, Engaged in Real Life Activities

August 28, 2024
It’s no big mystery or surprise: Students who participate in extracurricular activities statistically have better social, emotional and academic development than their peers. Tha...
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