WA race for head of public schools is heating up
August is right around the corner and that means schools are getting ready for the academic year.
While kids are hanging onto a few more weeks of summer, voters are getting ready to determine who will oversee Washington’s public schools.
The incumbent, Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal, is facing some challengers in the primary on August 6.
Guest:
- Washington State Standard reporter Grace Deng
Relevant Links:
Washington State Standard: Six quotes to sum up the second WA schools chief candidate debate
https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/elections/how-to-vote/ballots/return-my-ballot/ballot-drop-boxes
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