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Oak Harbor Public Schools board members don’t put on their nametags every other Monday night and coast through the school board meetings. Rather, they…

From left: Curtis Campbell, WSPRA Past President, Tove Tupper, APR, Chief Communications Officer for Highline School District, and Jessica McCartney, WSPRA President. In January,…

Students should not only be participants in their education, but active decision makers who shape the policies and practices that affect them.That’s a commitment…

With a relentless focus on engagement, the Chimacum School District has improved student attendance, academic achievement, behavior, and community support. The district nestled in…

WSSDA Direct collects success stories from school districts around the state, recaps or promotes upcoming events, and offers insights into some of the vital…

Every January, communities across the country take a moment to recognize the people who help guide and shape their local public schools: school board…

The Chimacum, Oak Harbor, and Spokane school boards have earned Board of the Year recognition from the Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA). These…

The Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Boards of Distinction awards. The awards recognize school…

The latest issue of Direct magazine is filled with inspiring stories from school districts around Washington state that are putting students first. Plus, find…

Washington is facing a workforce dilemma. We may offer a variety of exciting opportunities in high-growth sectors and one of the highest starting salaries…