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WA superintendent of public schools candidates agree state's funding model flawed
(The Center Square) – Incumbent Chris Reykdal and Peninsula School Board member David Olson found some common ground during Saturday’s Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction debate at the Bellevue Public Library. Both think the state’s funding model for public education is flawed. “Our state only spends about 3.1% of its GDP [gross domestic product] on education, and the national average is 3.6%,” said Reykdal, who is running for a third term. ...
Kennedy Catholic Lancers dominate Auburn Trojans 62-24 in high school football game
Kennedy Catholic extended their perfect season with a commanding 62-24 victory over Auburn High Trojans in a non-conference high school football matchup at Highline Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. The Lancers, currently ranked 10th in the state, continued their strong 2024 performance with the convincing win over their...
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