
The Fight for Washington Students: Breaking Down Key Education Bills and What’s NextÂ
[As of April 2025] Every year, Washington lawmakers have the chance to transform education for thousands of students across the state. This year, several critical bills aimed at improving student […]

Reflecting on the 2024 Better Together Conference: A Milestone for ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ WashingtonÂ
In October 2024, the Communities In Schools (ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ) network of Washington came together for the first-ever statewide Better Together Conference, a landmark event that brought over 200 passionate site coordinators*, […]

Reflecting on 2024: Memories, Mission, and Momentum for 2025Â
2024 was a year of growth, impact, and inspiration for ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ (ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈWA). As we reflect on the past year, we’re reminded of the incredible moments that […]

Make a Lasting Impact Where It Matters Most – Join Our Board of Directors!Â
At ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ (ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈWA), we believe in the power of community to create lasting change for students. Your expertise and passion could be the next spark that […]

What the Defeat of Initiative 2109 Means for Washington Schools and Support ProgramsÂ
On November 5th of the 2024 election, Washington State voters made a significant decision for the future of their state’s public education by rejecting Initiative 2109. This initiative proposed repealing […]

Season of Giving with ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈÂ
Your support today supplies essential items like backpacks, socks, and more, giving students the tools they need to thrive this school year. Every contribution makes a difference. As the leaves […]

Investing in Success: Recapping the ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Network Trainings and Professional DevelopmentÂ
With summer winding down and the new school year on the horizon, ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ (ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈWA) is reflecting on a busy and productive few months of training and […]

ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ and Cambia Health Foundation: Partnering for Health Equity and Mental Well-BeingÂ
Communities In School of Washington (ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈWA) is proud to announce a new partnership with the Cambia Health Foundation (CHF). Over the next 12 months, CHF will provide $25,000 in financial […]

Celebrating Excellence: Kayla McKinney’s Promotion and Joanie Fuller’s Arrival at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ
ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ is thrilled to announce two exciting developments! Kayla McKinney Earns Well-Deserved Promotion We extend heartfelt congratulations to Kayla McKinney on her promotion to Director of […]

Making Every Day Count
Like many rural communities across our country, residents of Republic, Washington face many challenges due to its limited resources. This, coupled with limited transportation options, makes access to essential resources […]