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 "city": "Lake Washington School District",
 "state": "WA",
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 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-08-20",
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  {
   "date": "2025-08-18",
   "body": "Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Lake Washington School District approves 2025-26 facility use fees",
   "summary": "The Board of Directors met to approve the 2025-26 facility use fee schedule to offset costs for a new online software platform called Facilitron. The board also approved July 2025 vouchers and a human resources report. Public comments were heard regarding contract negotiations, budget concerns, and petitions for students to transfer from SVSD to LWSD.",
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   "date": "2025-08-18",
   "body": "Study Session - 5:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board to discuss school boundary process due to Rockwell rebuild",
   "summary": "The board will hold a study session to discuss a potential school boundary realignment driven by the rebuild and enlargement of Rockwell Elementary, scheduled for completion in September 2026. Staff will present enrollment data and capacity projections to define the scope and timing of a reboundary process. The board will also discuss forming a committee to review and possibly revise the district's mission and vision statements.",
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   "date": "2025-08-04",
   "body": "Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board to vote on $300K transfer, Rockwell Elementary rebuild reports",
   "summary": "The board will consider a consent agenda approving a resolution to direct $300,000 from capital fund investment earnings to the general fund for instructional supplies. They will also act on value engineering ($600,000 savings) and constructability review reports for the Norman Rockwell Elementary School rebuild and enlarge project. Public comments address the Highly Capable Program and staff concerns at Emerson High School.",
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   "date": "2025-08-04",
   "body": "Study Session - 5:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board discusses planning for 2026 levy renewals",
   "summary": "The Board of Directors is holding a study session to discuss the renewal of the Educational Programs & Operations (EP&O) and Capital Projects levies. The session covers community survey results and legislative changes to the EP&O levy lid to prepare for a ballot measure in early 2026.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-06-23",
   "body": "Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board hears public comments on safety, approves teacher assignments and donations",
   "summary": "The board will approve consent agenda items including vouchers, minutes, HR report, out-of-endorsement teacher assignments for three teachers, a conditional certificate for a special education teacher, and donations totaling over $15,000. They will also hear public comments, many concerning school safety and staffing cuts at International Community School and Emerson High School.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-06-23",
   "body": "Study Session - 5:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board to discuss levy planning and enrollment policy",
   "summary": "At this study session, the Lake Washington School Board will receive an update from the Levy Advisory Committee on public polling and discrete levy scenarios for a potential 2026 levy. The board will also discuss the need for a specific policy related to enrollment, reviewing current policy and identifying shared values. No votes are expected; the session is informational and discussion-only.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-06-02",
   "body": "Study Session - 5:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board receives 2025-26 budget estimates and enrollment projections",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School District Board will discuss the 2025-26 annual budget and planning process, including student enrollment projections, preliminary budget estimates, and changes in state funding and expenses. The board will also review governing culture policies GC-2, GC-3, and GC-6, but no formal action will be taken at this study session.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-06-02",
   "body": "Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board reorganizes, elects new President and Vice President",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School District Board will reorganize by electing a new President, Vice President, and Legislative Representative. It will also recognize outgoing student representatives, issue a statement for Juneteenth, and present PTSA scholarships to graduating seniors and staff. The board will hear public comments on topics including equitable access, gifted program placement, and transportation, and approve a consent agenda including minutes, HR report, and surplus equipment resolution.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-05-19",
   "body": "Study Session - 5:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board to discuss 2025 legislative impacts on school levies",
   "summary": "This study session includes an informational update on the 2025 legislative session's implications for Educational Programs & Operations and Capital Projects levies. The board will also review and provide feedback on a draft 2025-26 Annual Work Plan, with adoption scheduled for the June 2 board meeting.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-05-19",
   "body": "Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board approves three-year collective bargaining agreement with theater technicians",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School Board approved a consent agenda including vouchers, minutes, an HR report, out-of-endorsement teacher waivers, a three-year collective bargaining agreement with IATSE theater technicians, and instructional materials. The board also recognized WASA Region 110 award recipients and heard public comments on equitable access, Cascadia College updates, budget cuts, and finance inquiries.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-05-05",
   "body": "Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board approves out-of-endorsement waivers for eight teachers",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors approved consent agenda items including out-of-endorsement assignment waivers for eight teachers for the 2024-25 school year. The board also heard 28 public comments on topics including sustainability, Head Start, music programs, and staff losses. A proclamation declared May 7 as National School Nurse Day.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-05-05",
   "body": "Study Session - 5:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board to discuss 2025-26 annual work plan",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School Board will review a draft of the 2025-26 Annual Work Plan and provide feedback. The plan is scheduled for adoption at the June 2 board meeting. This is a study session with no formal votes or public hearings.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-04-07",
   "body": "Study Session - 5:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board discusses 2025-26 school year operational expectations",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors is holding a study session to discuss results and operational expectation monitoring for the 2025-26 school year. The board will also receive updates from student representatives regarding their projects and experiences during the 2024-25 school year.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-04-07",
   "body": "Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board hears public comments on proposed music program cuts, approves teacher waivers",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School District Board held a regular meeting that included recognitions, public comments (30 speakers focused on proposed cuts to music and performing arts programs, especially at Juanita High School), and approval of a consent agenda. The consent agenda included vouchers for March 2025, minutes, a human resources report, out-of-endorsement assignment waivers for five teachers, and acceptance of donations.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-03-24",
   "body": "Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board approves IATSE Performing Arts Center Manager contract through 2027",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School District Board is convening to approve a consent agenda that includes a new three-year collective bargaining agreement with the International Alliance of Stage Employees for Performing Arts Center Managers. The agreement provides wage increases tied to state inflation adjustments, adds Juneteenth as a paid holiday, and increases professional development funds. The board will also vote on routine items such as February 2025 vouchers, meeting minutes, and a Human Resources report.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-03-24",
   "body": "Study Session - 5:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "LWSD board discusses shift to 6-period high school day",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors will hear an update on the planned transition from a 7-period to a 6-period high school day, including a common daily schedule. Deputy Superintendent Scott Beebe will present the information. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a study session discussion.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-03-14",
   "body": "Extended Study Session 3/14 - 3/16, 2025",
   "headline": "Board discusses feasibility of 5th comprehensive high school, budget cuts, and 2026 levies",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors is holding a three-day extended study session to discuss the work plan, budget and enrollment trends, 2026 levy planning, a feasibility study for a fifth comprehensive high school, and board self-assessment. Key topics include a projected 9.5% enrollment decline by 2034, needed $11M in expenditure reductions for 2025-26, and preparation for the February 2026 EP&O and Capital Projects Levies. The board will also hold a 60-minute executive session on employee performance and review its self-assessment for the upcoming school year.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-03-03",
   "body": "Board Meeting - 5:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board approves teacher waivers, $64K in donations, hears sustainability update",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors approved a consent agenda including out-of-endorsement assignment waivers for five teachers, accepted $64,028.62 in donations from PTAs, and accepted a Building Condition Assessment report. The board also heard a Sustainability Program Update and read a proclamation for Education Support Professionals Week.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-03-03",
   "body": "Study Session - 6:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "LWSD board joint session with Redmond discusses partnerships, funding, start time",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors will hold a study session jointly with the City of Redmond. Topics include current partnerships, school funding landscape, mutual interests such as the city's comprehensive plan update and school lunch debt, and district issues like school start time adjustment and budget reductions.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-02-10",
   "body": "Study Session - 5:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board to get update on early literacy goal for grade 3",
   "summary": "At this study session, the Lake Washington School District Board will receive an update on planning and work toward the goal that all students are literate by grade 3. The update covers curriculum, instruction, assessment, and related efforts to support schools. Other items are procedural: call to order, adjournment, and approval of past meeting minutes.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-02-10",
   "body": "Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board approves preschool fee increase to $525 per month for 2025-26",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School District board unanimously approved a consent agenda that includes a preschool tuition increase from $475 to $525 per month for the 2025-26 school year, along with out-of-endorsement teaching waivers for five educators. The board also recognized 20 National Board Certified Teachers and approved vouchers and previous meeting minutes.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-02-01",
   "body": "Saturday Study Session - 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "LWSD board to assess its own performance, discuss legislative advocacy",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors will hold a study session featuring a board self-assessment facilitated by a WSSDA consultant and a discussion of legislative action and potential collective advocacy. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-01-27",
   "body": "Study Session - 5:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board to review 10-year enrollment projections from demographer Flo Analytics",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School District Board will hear a presentation from Flo Analytics on short- and long-term enrollment projections through 2034-35. Board members may ask clarifying questions about the data and underlying assumptions. No formal decisions are expected; this is a study session.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-01-27",
   "body": "Board Meeting - 7:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board approves final acceptance of Mark Twain Elementary School addition",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors met to approve a consent agenda including financial vouchers and personnel reports. The board formally accepted the completion of the Mark Twain Elementary School Addition project. Public comments included a student request for a water refill station at the Renaissance School of Art and Reasoning.",
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  {
   "date": "2025-01-13",
   "body": "Study Session - 5:00 p.m.",
   "headline": "Board to receive update on secondary special education programs and inclusion",
   "summary": "The Lake Washington School District Board of Directors will hold a study session to receive an update on secondary special education programs, services, and inclusionary practices. Executive Director of Special Services Dr. Shannon Hitch will present data on student qualification and placement, inclusion metrics, and post-secondary considerations. The board will discuss and identify future study session topics.",
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