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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

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WELL-DESERVED: Join us in celebrating a few amazing members of our staff as they embark on an exciting new journey – ret...
06/11/2026

WELL-DESERVED: Join us in celebrating a few amazing members of our staff as they embark on an exciting new journey – retirement!

We asked several retirees to reflect on their decades-long careers and experiences. Find all responses at spokaneschools.org/article/2923757.

Please give a round of applause for Shadle Park High School Spanish teacher Donelle Osborne who started working for Spokane Public Schools after student teaching at the district 33 years ago!

Q. When and why did you start working at Spokane Public Schools?

A. I did my student teaching at Lewis and Clark High School back in the winter of 1993 and graduated from Eastern Washington University that quarter. While I was student teaching, I received a call that the district needed someone endorsed in Spanish and English to do a long-term sub for the spring.

That’s how I came to Shadle. I taught 4 English classes and 1 Spanish class. Over the following summer a position opened in English and Spanish, and I was so happy to get the job! I have been here ever since.

Q. What has been the most rewarding part of your work here?

A. I think the most rewarding part of my work is building connections with staff and students. I truly believe that personal relationships are the key to a good environment for teaching, working, learning, and growing as a person. I love those “aha” moments when my students “get” the content, but I also love the life moments when we learn from each other.

Q. What are you most looking forward to about retiring?

A. Travel, volunteering, and spending time with my grandkids!

Q. What’s your advice for anyone starting their career right now?

A. Your students may not remember how to conjugate a verb (or do whatever your content teaches) 10 years from now, but they WILL remember how you made them feel in your classroom and what they learned about being a good citizen. It all goes back to personal relationships and really getting to know your students.

Q. Anything else you’d like to share?

A. I have been so fortunate and blessed to work at Shadle Park High School for 33 years. I know that being in one place does not happen for everyone; I am thankful to have been a Highlander and a part of Spokane Public Schools. So many have shared my journey: my students, staff, admin, and colleagues in World Languages at the other schools in our district. It has been a wonderful ride!

06/11/2026

A COMMUNITY PROJECT: “I'm hoping I'm setting a good example for them to bring your passions into what you want to do.”

Gabriella, also known as Abby, a soon-to-be graduate of The Community School, shares how project-based learning allowed her to find her passions.

For the last two years, she has split her days at TCS and at NEWTech Prep, studying Culinary Arts. She also regularly volunteers at Spokane Public Montessori, where her mom teaches and where she attended elementary and middle school, to lead educational Dungeons & Dragons games for younger students.

She plans to attend North Idaho College for their Sous Chef Apprenticeship Program.

We love hearing about how these unique Option schools and programs supported students like Abby on their educational journeys.

For more senior reflections, visit SpokaneSchools.org/Stories.

WHEN IS THE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL? There are only a few days of school left! Here are a few reminders to make sure you have...
06/10/2026

WHEN IS THE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL? There are only a few days of school left! Here are a few reminders to make sure you have everything squared away for a successful start to summer!

• Preschool Programs: Our littlest learners finish up this week:

- June 10: Last day of AM/PM Preschool
- June 11: Last day of PreK, SSP & CIP Preschool

PreK graduates, remember to register for kindergarten this fall at spokaneschools.org/kindergarten.

• Seniors: Our soon-to-be graduates will finish up by the end of this week to prepare to receive their diplomas. For commencement dates and livestream links, visit spokaneschools.org/graduation.

• Grades K-11: Remaining students finish school with a half-day on Tuesday, June 16. Schools will be dismissed three hours after regular start time. There will be no lunch service at schools on this day; breakfast will be served.

School buses will run on an adapted schedule according to dismissal times. Spokane Transit bus riders should visit spokanetransit.com/spsconnect to determine when to catch your bus for home.

Most end-of-year questions will be answered best by your school, but if you’re not sure who to ask, you can always reach out at spokaneschools.org/letstalk and we’ll make sure your query is directed to the right person.

And while we have your attention, remember that the first day of school next year will be Wednesday, Aug. 26! Learn more at spokaneschools.org/balancedcalendar.

06/10/2026

WHAT'S GOOD? Take a 2-minute positivity break and hear about some good things at Salk Middle School this year. So many academic achievements, fun in clubs and sports and music — we love it! Stick around for the post-credits bonus sequence! 😉

Keep watching at SpokaneSchools.org/Stories

06/10/2026

FERRIS UNIFIED BANQUET: “I have learned so much from these students.”

Four years ago as a freshman, Kjersti, or KJ to her friends, was one of the first students to join Ferris High School’s Unified Club, connecting students with and without disabilities for activities and sports.

And yes, maybe part of the reason was that her mom, Ferris Special Education teacher Karissa Jacobson, was the club’s advisor. But as KJ reflected on her high school experience, joining Unified stood out among activities.

“Unified has been just a huge part of my high school career, and it's probably been my favorite part,” said KJ, who is going to Jessup University this fall to play Division II volleyball and pursue pediatric occupational therapy.

The memories that KJ and all Saxons made both in and out of the classroom will stay with them long after crossing the graduation stage. We are proud to celebrate this milestone with them.

Visit SpokaneSchools.org/Stories for more graduation stories.

CLASS OF 2026: “The world needs your talents, your perspectives, and your determination.”With family, staff, and friends...
06/09/2026

CLASS OF 2026: “The world needs your talents, your perspectives, and your determination.”

With family, staff, and friends, eight Secondary Transition students celebrated their completion of Project SEARCH, an internship program in partnership with Providence Inland Northwest for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

“As you move forward, remember this: Attitude matters. A positive attitude can open doors. It can build connections, and it can help you overcome obstacles,” said teacher Aaron Kagan.

Providence INW chief executive officer Susan Stacey also thanked students, parents, and mentors for their partnership. “This is important work and you are able to support us and learn along the way,” she said.

Students received awards for Perseverance, Intern of the Year and Employee of the Year before receiving their diplomas at the celebration.

See more photos of the celebration at spokaneschools.org/article/2976988.

WELL-DESERVED: Join us in celebrating a few amazing members of our staff as they embark on an exciting new journey – ret...
06/09/2026

WELL-DESERVED: Join us in celebrating a few amazing members of our staff as they embark on an exciting new journey – retirement!

We asked several retirees to reflect on their decades-long careers and experiences. We’ll be highlighting their responses as we approach the end of the school year. Find all responses at spokaneschools.org/article/2923757.

Please give a round of applause for Instructional Technology Support Center (ITSC) hardware repair specialist Chris Lougheed who has worked for Spokane Public Schools for 24 years!

Q. When and why did you start working at Spokane Public Schools?

A. My hire date was Dec. 12, 2002. Back in the days of Palm Pilots and GroupWise and before the Cloud took over. I was hired out of North Idaho College’s tech department, where I had done a mid-life career change.

Q. What has been the most rewarding part of your work here?

A. Keeping technology up and running and knowing the impact that has on the future of the students of Spokane Public Schools. This position has forced me to exercise my grey matter to keep up with the pace of change, which was rewarding as well.

Q. What are you most looking forward to about retiring?

A. Hanging with my 1-year-old grandson Cedar James and the family as well as getting outside and upright as much as possible. We live in a beautiful part of the world.

Q. What’s your advice for anyone starting their career right now?

A. Stay curious. It’s essential to keep up with the rapid change of technology and society in general these days. Keep an open mind.

Q. Anything else you would like to share?

A. I would like to extend a heartfelt ‘thank you’ to the many hardworking staff of SPS I have worked with over the 8,570 days of my employment. I have been very fortunate to share time with so many bright and engaging co-workers here at ITSC. It’s been an honor and a pleasure.

06/09/2026

SHADLE PARK TORCH PASSING: “Don't be afraid to just try something out and see if you like it.”

Before the end of the school year, Shadle Park High School juniors and seniors gather in the school auditorium for the annual Torch Passing Ceremony with 12th grade students declaring their post-graduation plans and passing a symbolic torch to the next class.

We asked Katie DeWitt, who learned to fly starting her freshman year through a partnership of our AFJROTC program at Rogers High School and Northwest Flight Service, to reflect on the opportunities that led to her crossing the stage.

With encouragement from family and staff, Katie has the flight hours required to be qualify for a private pilot license and has been accepted into the United States Air Force Academy.

We are proud of Katie and all Highlanders who stepped out of her comfort zone to achieve their dreams.

Keep an eye on SpokaneSchools.org/Stories for more graduation celebrations!

CLASS OF 2026: On Friday, 14 seniors from The Enrichment Cooperative at Bryant celebrated the completion of their high s...
06/08/2026

CLASS OF 2026: On Friday, 14 seniors from The Enrichment Cooperative at Bryant celebrated the completion of their high school career with staff and loved ones.

"You’ve grown in confidence, independence, and learning more about who you are. You've learned how to ask questions, how to work through hard times, and how to keep moving forward, even when the next step wasn't always clear,” said principal SuzaNne Smith during the ceremony. “Those are skills that matter far beyond graduation. Whether your next step is college, work, training, or still figuring it out, you are all very ready. Not because you have every answer, but because you know how to learn, how to problem solve, and how to ask for support when you need it.”

This parent-partnership program also invites caregivers to the mic to share reflections on their student’s journey — accompanied by a slideshow of cute childhood photos.

Thank you to Musha Marimba for sharing their musical talents at the ceremony.

Check out more photos at spokaneschools.org/article/2971826.

06/07/2026

ON TRACK ACADEMY SHOWCASE: “We get to figure out who we are here.”

Three times a year, On Track Academy invites families and community members to visit the school to see what students are working on.

To mark their final showcase, we asked graduating seniors George Ivy and Marissa Thurman about how OTA provided a supportive learning environment where their creativity and personalities could blossom.

We are so inspired by George, Marissa and all OTA students’ passion for community in their projects, and are excited to follow their journeys as they pursue their future goals.

Keep an eye on SpokaneSchools.org/Stories for more graduation celebrations!

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