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Spokane Public Schools social media accounts are managed by SPS Communications and school staff. These accounts reflect the communities and relationships built in our schools, where everyone belongs and is welcome. We want to celebrate the great people and opportunities that can be found across the district, as well as share useful information and updates for our families. We have established the following guidelines for those who wish to visit or interact with SPS accounts:

Practice good digital citizenship

While we strive to engage in an open and respectful dialogue, all comments on our social media pages are at the discretion of the page administrators. We hope all visitors will conduct themselves as they would when entering our schools. Please use civility and respect when posting and sending messages, and ensure that comments are related to the subject of a post. Language of the following nature may be removed and/or reported:

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Failure to follow the above guidelines may result in action without notice to the user. This can include comments being hidden or removed and/or a user being banned, blocked or muted. In order to comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act, users of social media must acknowledge that they are at least 13 years old. We encourage students to contact the district through Let’s Talk. Public record note

Per public records laws, comments and messages on or to SPS social media accounts could be included in a public records request. Spokane Public Schools is committed to full disclosure and transparency in making public records available. Visit Public Records Request to learn about this process and find request forms. Best methods of contact

Communications made through SPS social media accounts in no way constitute a legal or official notice or comment to Spokane Public Schools. If you have a school- or district-related question or issue, please send us a message at https://www.spokaneschools.org/letstalk.

10/13/2026

DISSECTION DAY: “These are my favorite days of the whole program.”

Recently in their Biochemistry through Anatomy class, eighth grade science students in North Central High School’s Institute of Science and Technology middle school immersion program (M-IST) snapped on their gloves to prepare for their first animal dissection of the year.

Science teacher Andy Munsey shares how a lesson in crayfish dissection is preparing students to study more complex systems of living organisms later this year.

“Whether they're excited, whether they're scared, dissection days bring out emotion and interest and passion in kids. And that's what we want. We want kids to feel things and have experiences, and these are the experiences that they're going to remember.”

M-IST 6-8 grade students attend school full time on North Central’s campus, engaging in accelerated English Language Arts, Math, and Social Studies courses, as well as advanced Science courses that utilize the school’s specialized science laboratories and equipment. Learn more at spokaneschools.org/ist.

10/13/2026

LEVY LEARNING: On Nov. 3, 2026, voters within Spokane Public Schools boundaries will consider a three-year replacement Educational Programs and Operations levy.

Take a minute to watch a video explaining how much money the proposed levy would collect and when, and what levy funds support.

Keep learning at spokaneschools.org/2026levy.

CALENDAR REMINDER: there is no school Oct. 19-23, 2026, as part of our new academic calendar for the 2026-27 school year...
10/13/2026

CALENDAR REMINDER: there is no school Oct. 19-23, 2026, as part of our new academic calendar for the 2026-27 school year.

An academic calendar reorganizes the traditional school year to include shorter, more frequent breaks instead of a long summer break. These breaks, called intersessions, allow for opportunities to refresh and recharge while reducing the "summer slide" in learning retention. Learn more at spokaneschools.org/calendar.

We hope that students and staff enjoy the break and return on Oct. 26 ready to learn!

Families looking for ideas to keep kids engaged during the break can check out spokaneschools.org/fallbreak for activities offered by the district and community partners.

INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ DAY: Since 2016, the City of Spokane has recognized the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peopl...
10/12/2026

INDIGENOUS PEOPLES’ DAY: Since 2016, the City of Spokane has recognized the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples' Day, which celebrates and honors the traditions and cultures of the Indigenous people of the United States.

Nearly 2,000 SPS students identify as Native American or Alaskan Native. Spokane Schools Native Education seeks to support students to achieve academically through culturally responsive practices and provide opportunities to connect culturally, facilitating learning experiences, after-school affinity clubs, and mentorship connections.

Learn more at spokaneschools.org/nativeed.

10/12/2026

LUNCH IS SERVED: It’s National School Lunch Week! Since 1962, this annual observance has promoted the importance of a healthy school lunch in a child’s life and the impact it has both in and out of the classroom.

We’re grateful for Nutrition Services staff like Peperzak Middle School's Joe Chatterton, who prepares delicious meals that fuel student learning!

All students eat free through our participation in the Community Eligibility Provision. Learn more at spokaneschools.org/meals.

TEACHERS TOGETHER: On Friday, our teachers participated in a day of professional learning and training across the distri...
10/12/2026

TEACHERS TOGETHER: On Friday, our teachers participated in a day of professional learning and training across the district.

In the morning at Lewis and Clark High School, K-12 Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) teachers gathered in the auditorium to hear updates on upcoming learning opportunities for students to engage in theatre, art creation, and live music with community partners like The Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, Spokane Symphony, and Spokane Civic Theatre.

VPA coordinator Greg Pschirrer also led interactive icebreaker games like Common Ground and Splat to help teachers working in the same feeder pattern get to know one another – it’s a great classroom activity for students too!

This was only a small part of one example of professional development and collaboration taking place across our 58 buildings on Friday. We’re excited to follow teachers on their journey as they share what they learned with students throughout the year!

COMMITMENT TO HEALTH: For the second year in a row, Mullan Road Elementary School has been named one of America’s Health...
10/09/2026

COMMITMENT TO HEALTH: For the second year in a row, Mullan Road Elementary School has been named one of America’s Healthiest Schools by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation!

“This recognition celebrates the collective efforts of our entire Trailblazer community,” said principal Matt Beal.

To learn more about this achievement, visit spokaneschools.org/article/3182242.

10/08/2026

LEVY AT WORK: “I love that music is a place where kids who are not always successful in other areas find their bright moments, find their success.”

Lincoln Heights Elementary music teacher Kaitlin Webster uses drums and xylophones to help second grade students learn to keep the beat as they make music. When they walk out of her classroom, they’re equipped with more than the ability to stay on rhythm.

“I think it's also such a great place for learning what I think are integral skills like critical thinking, how to be in a group, how to interact with people, reinforcing a lot of the things that they're learning in their classes, just in a different way.”

Elementary specialists teach music, art, science, and P.E. to K-5 students. These positions are supported in part by the local Educational Programs and Operations levy, which helps to fund academic programs, services, and student activities and athletics that are not funded by the state. The local levy makes up about 15% of Spokane Public Schools' annual operating budget. A replacement levy will be presented to voters on the Nov. 3, 2026, ballot. For more information, visit spokaneschools.org/2026levy.

STUDENT VOICE: New Student Advisors to the School Board were sworn in by Board president Jenny Slagle at last night's me...
10/08/2026

STUDENT VOICE: New Student Advisors to the School Board were sworn in by Board president Jenny Slagle at last night's meeting.

Jojo Wonne, a senior at North Central High School, and Eli Wissing, a Lewis and Clark High School junior, will both serve during the 2026-27 school year, attending 5-6 school board meetings to provide student perspectives and connecting board information with their peers.

Welcome, Jojo and Eli! Thank you for sharing your insights with our community this year!

CALENDAR REMINDER: There is no school for students on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, to allow teachers to participate in training...
10/07/2026

CALENDAR REMINDER: There is no school for students on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, to allow teachers to participate in training and professional learning opportunities. We will see students again on Monday, Oct. 12 on our Late Start schedule.

Keep up with important dates at spokaneschools.org/calendar.

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