Interview with Brandon Hersey, Seattle Public School Board Member of District VII, part 2

by Arik Korman

By Alice Doyel Guest blogger   Read Brandon’s personal statement about his history and the changes he is working on to create true racial equity in Seattle Public Schools. This is the second post of a two-part interview with Brandon Hersey. This post focuses on striving for racial equity and justice in our schools. *** I … Read more Interview with Brandon Hersey, Seattle Public School Board Member of District VII, part 2

Positive Effects of New Washington State Laws on School Exclusions

by Arik Korman

By Alice Doyel Guest blogger   Here are takeaways from a conversation with Rose Spidell, Senior Education Ombuds, Office of the Education Ombuds (OEO), part of the Washington State Office of the Governor. Mission: OEO works with families, communities, and schools to navigate educational challenges and increase collaborative problem-solving so that every student can fully … Read more Positive Effects of New Washington State Laws on School Exclusions

The School System that Cried “Wolf!”

by Arik Korman

By Alice Doyel Guest blogger   Alice Doyel, education advocate As a kinship caregiver, l have numerous challenges raising my 14-year-old grandson. Our school system is continuously one of those challenges. And now we live in the most challenging time in our lives. I know that you will have your own version of family and … Read more The School System that Cried “Wolf!”