College Spark WA

The $75,000 grant empowers more educators to pioneer projects that redefine the learning experience for Spokane students. ow.ly/PzSb50PKS6X

@kimatv Exciting to see ESD105 embracing student-centered design! When students’ voices and experiences shape education, the impact is powerful. At College Spark, we know that equitable, student-focused approaches drive success. #EducationForAll

UW’s Center for Educational Leadership, in partnership with College Spark Washington, has launched the Aspiring Leaders project. The program focuses on rural districts and aims to amplify the voices of students. Our Anisa Williams tells us more. youtube.com/watch?v=64eun-…

📢Attention WA HS students! Are you preparing for college and have great stories to tell about your experience? 🎓Ready WA wants to partner with you! Apply to be a Ready WA Student Storyteller today! Students will be compensated for their writing and time ow.ly/9wCW50SCygT

“When we are able to have someone who shares our experiences or is able to teach us through a culturally competent lens and show us the different intricacies, nuances and richness of our culture, we are able to learn so much better,” Anya Souza-Ponce. ow.ly/Yqo750QAlkS

A partnership between Mukilteo School District and Washington Education Association for a teacher residency program helps certify educators who reflect their diverse learners and communities. It also helps fill the need for special education teachers. ow.ly/W7wF50QxphG

Free @edvoters webinar tomorrow Jan 4 - We spotlight four colleges that have made substantial change at their institutions by implementing the Guided Pathways Initiative. Register now. bit.ly/pathways_of_ch… @CollegeSparkWA @SBCTCWashington @SPSCC @CCofSpokane #HigherEducation

@EverettSchools, in partnership with City U (and other programs), is creating pathways for para-educators to earn their teaching certification. These community-driven efforts to increase and sustain diversity in educators is important for lasting change. heraldnet.com/news/52-everet…

📚🎉Grateful to @elenaperry00 at the @SpokesmanReview for shining a spotlight on our recent grant award! Your coverage helps spread the word about the positive impact of education partnerships. 🤩 ow.ly/uSNa50PLf5J

“Education is the most effective way to change the future. And teachers are the best resources to achieve that goal.” - SPS Foundation president Sam Song to @SpokesmanReview about a $75K @CollegeSparkWA grant that will help SPSF fund innovative projects. spokesman.com/stories/2023/s…

The $75,000 grant empowers more educators to pioneer projects that redefine the learning experience for Spokane students. ow.ly/hcWN50PKO6e

@spokaneschools 🎉We're thrilled to be a part of this incredible milestone! 🌟✨ It's our pleasure to support educators who are pioneering projects that redefine the learning experience for Spokane students. 🍎📚 Thank YOU for your commitment to providing opportunities for students! 🩵

The Spokane Public Schools Foundation announced the largest financial award in its history on Monday, given by @CollegeSparkWA. The $75K grant empowers more educators to pioneer projects that redefine the learning experience for Spokane students. Since its 2006 inception, SPSF has awarded more than $600K in small grants that allow educators to innovate in classrooms across SPS. Thank you to all involved for bringing opportunities to our students! #SPSPromise #BuiltOnLove 💚

A group of high-school-aged Youth of Color from southeast Seattle schools were invited to learn about and engage in philanthropy. They walked away with a greater appreciation for giving back to their communities. southseattleemerald.com/2023/06/13/ses…

The Direct Admission Partnerships mean it’s easier and more affordable than ever for many students who thought college was out of reach to now attend Saint Martin’s. #waedu southsoundtalk.com/2023/07/19/sai…

Let's make sure our students are supported and have educators who look and sound like them, representing the diverse communities they come from. ow.ly/AXJw50PmVRZ! @cityu @UWBothell @allisonhintz124

Students can’t learn if they don’t understand what the mistake was, or when there’s no conversation. #RestorativeJustice ow.ly/RvPs50PfCRo

Students learn and engage more when they are fully supported. That's why WA's I-BEST programs feature two teachers in the classroom: one provides job training and the other teaches basic skills. @EverettCC @SBCTCWashington ow.ly/GFFy50PfFNT

When teacher layoff decisions are based on seniority, teachers of color are more likely to be let go than white teachers. Can districts reexamine their layoff policies so that teachers’ effectiveness, and not just seniority, be considered? ow.ly/C6O950PfHBN

Though directly aimed at college admissions policies, does the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to end affirmative action stand to affect other issues like diversity initiatives, access to high-level courses, and teacher preparation? ow.ly/4aEy50Pel4O

East Valley HS is getting students excited about the manufacturing industry by expanding workforce development opportunities. ow.ly/IoA750PejRV

Equal funding doesn’t mean equitable resources . Non-monetary resources like teacher quality, leadership diversity, positive school climate, and advanced coursework all matter too. fordhaminstitute.org/national/resea…