Budget woes, cellphones, and safety: educators share their thoughts going into the new school year
For many Washington students, and parents, the school year is just about to start - if it hasn’t already.
And they're not the only ones gearing up for the new year. Teachers and school staff are about to step into a new year with all sorts of new questions about how their respective school systems will be run.
So, we wanted to check in with a panel of education experts, to hear about how they’re preparing for both an incoming class of students, and the realities of working in the Washington education system right now.
Guests:
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Ibijoke Idowu, a special education teacher with Seattle Public Schools
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Hilda Lail, Vancouver Public Schools Bilingual Family and Community Engagement Partnership Coordinator
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Julianna Dauble, president of the Renton Education Association
Relevant Links:
- Cell Phone and Smart Device Use in Schools - OSPI
- SPS, city of Seattle announce safety plan before new school year - Seattle Times
- Seattle school closures: Why almost every student would be affected - Seattle Times
- More school resource officers coming to Renton - Kent Reporter
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Diana Opong
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Diana Opong is a general assignment reporter at KUOW, committed to illuminating impactful stories throughout the Pacific Northwest. Her journalistic lens spans between environmental phenomena like invasive green crabs to transformative milestones in ballet. Rooted in curiosity, Diana's approach to reporting blends meticulous research with collaborative storytelling, ensuring her work resonates deeply with audiences. She has also showcased her expertise as a freelance host for NPR's Life Kit and as a spot news reporter for NPR News, consistently delivering insightful narratives that resonate with diverse audiences.
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