Edmonds School District Board appoints new Director
LYNNWOOD—In a unanimous vote, Tuesday, June 4, Edmonds School District Board of Directors appointed Thom Garrard to fill the District 4 Director vacancy. The Board interviewed candidates Rebecca Anderson and Thom Garrard on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. A third candidate withdrew on Monday. The public was invited to attend in person or watch the live […]
Foundation for Edmonds School District raises $309,000 at Ruby Gala
LYNNWOOD—In celebration of 40 years of service, the Foundation for Edmonds School District held its 40th Ruby Anniversary Gala on March 16 at the Edmonds Waterfront Center. The Gala raised over $309,000 which will be used to provide a wide range of programs and wrap around services to support children in need in the Edmonds […]
Edmonds School District Budget Cuts Threaten the Power of Public Education
Dear Editor, The Foundation for Edmonds School District would like to shed light on the budget shortfall facing the Edmonds School District. The potential ramifications of this educational budget deficit are grave, with expected increases in class sizes, reduced funding for art, music, sports, and extracurricular activities that contribute to intellectual, emotional and physical development […]
Council discusses appropriating at least $220,000 to Edmonds School District
LYNNWOOD, Wash., May 4, 2023—The Lynnwood City Council discussed a proposal for a mental and behavioral health program for Edmonds schools during their work session on Monday. The council also received an introduction on possible annexation options and covered potential changes to council rules regarding attendance to meetings via Zoom. The proposal from the Center […]
Beloved Edmonds School District Superintendent passes away
LYNNWOOD, Wash., April 4, 2023—The Foundation for Edmonds School District announced the passing of former Edmonds School District Superintendent Dr. Nick Brossoit on Saturday, April 2, from his battle with pancreatic cancer. A service will be held at North County Christ the King Church in Lynden, 1 p.m. on April 15. The announcement from the […]
Edmonds School District announces forum for superintendent finalists
LYNNWOOD, Wash., February 4, 2023—After interviewing candidates to become the next Edmonds School District Superintendent, the Board of Directors has narrowed the search to two finalists. The finalists (in alphabetical order) are: “We are very pleased with the highly qualified candidates moving forward in our superintendent search,” said School Board President Dr. Nancy Katims. “We look […]
Foundation for Edmonds School District teams up with LPD
LYNNWOOD, Wash., December 7, 2022—The Lynnwood Police Department is partnering with the Edmonds School District for a Books and Snacks Drive on Monday, December 12, collecting books and food from several drop off sites around the city for Nourishing Network and the Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County. Those interested in donating to the upcoming […]
An exclusive interview with Dr. Rebecca Miner, interim Superintendent for Edmonds School District
EDMONDS, Wash., June 29, 2022 — Former Shoreline Superintendent Dr. Rebecca Miner has been selected by the Edmonds School District Board of Directors to serve as interim Superintendent for the 2022 through 2023 school year. Beginning July 1, Dr. Miner will replace Superintendent Dr. Gustavo Balderas, temporarily, until the school board can find a permanent […]
Edmonds School District Family Resource Advocates
MOUNTLAKE TERRACE, Wash., June 12, 2022 – When Belen Robasti immigrated to the United States in 2013 from her home country of Argentina, she was overwhelmed by the culture shock. She didn’t speak a word of English, she was 7,000 miles from her family, and she didn’t know where to turn to find resources needed […]
Edmonds School District announces Interim Superintendent
EDMONDS, Wash., April 26, 2022 – The Edmonds School District Board of Directors has extended an offer to Dr. Rebecca Miner to be Interim Superintendent for the 2022-23 school year. The School Board voted on their decision in a public meeting at the district office tonight, Tuesday, April 26, 2022. Pending completion of contract negotiations, […]
