School board approves policy for school attendance area and boundary changes

The Edmonds School District Board approved Policy 6960 on September 9, allowing for adjustments to school attendance areas based on population changes and new schools. The policy aims to accommodate the new College Place Middle School and the transition of sixth graders to middle school. Board President Nancy Katims discussed the significance of bilingual education during discussions on Policy 2110, expressing her commitment to fostering bilingualism among students. Community members voiced concerns regarding a recently enacted transportation policy that affects students attending school on waivers. Joe Olson articulated the hardships posed by the policy, emphasizing its inequitable impact on families.

Heather Glude noted the challenges it creates for working parents, making it difficult to manage multiple school drop-offs. The Board plans to revisit Policies 2110 and 2020 in future meetings to address these issues. This ongoing dialogue reflects the district's commitment to balancing educational policies with community needs.