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Monday, May 24, 2021

Seattle Schools Community Forum: SPS Continues Its Long History of Rushed Surveys; Is OSPI Getting the Real Story?

Seattle Schools Community Forum: SPS Continues Its Long History of Rushed Surveys; Is OSPI Getting the Real Story?
SPS Continues Its Long History of Rushed Surveys; Is OSPI Getting the Real Story?


 Seattle Schools, like all school districts in Washington State, are required to submit a reopening plan to OSPI (Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction). 

In the Board agenda for the May 19th, we see SPS’ plan. 

There is a survey attached for parents; I have no idea how many parents know about it and are weighing in but considering the district gave it about a week, I feel confident in saying they are not particularly interested in parental input.  You have until Tuesday noon to give input. I can say it’s quite the word salad and it’s complete bullshit to submit it to OSPI and say “yes, we asked for input.” 

SPS Academic and Student Well-Being Recovery Plan

Wednesday, May 26, 2021 4:30 PM-6:00 PM

Meeting to be held remotely

By SPSTV Broadcast and YouTube Streaming (See details below) By Teleconference: 206-800-4125 (Conference ID: 279 213 332#)

What does this Reopening Plan say?

- It’s a “model of Listen, Act, Deliver.” Sure.

- It’s “a comprehensive plan for the well-being of students” in a “Culture of CONTINUE READING: Seattle Schools Community Forum: SPS Continues Its Long History of Rushed Surveys; Is OSPI Getting the Real Story?