One size does not fit all when it comes to education, so school choice is an important element to provide as many pathways as possible for student success. In 2012,…
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House sends educational opportunity gap bill to governor’s desk
OLYMPIA – After several attempts in recent years, a high-priority bill for House Democrats aimed at closing the educational opportunity gap is heading to Governor Inslee for his signature. The…
Statements from Reps. Santos and Ortiz-Self on the passage of the Opportunity Gap bill
After several attempts, the state Legislature has approved a bill (HB 1541) to close the opportunity gap in the state of Washington. The opportunity gap is reflected in inequitable educational…
Rep. Sells’ e-Newsletter for March 4: Supplemental Budget / Education Funding / Retaining Teachers / Fighting Opioid Addiction
Meeting the needs of Washington families Every legislative session gives us an opportunity to make investments that address the emergent needs of Washington families. The expectation from constituents is to…
Legislative update: Education and jobs
A lot is happening in the House and Senate, so I’d like to give you a short update about issues important to all of our families back home in the…