Edmonds School Board OKs changes to Housing Hope lease, College Place boundaries

The Edmonds School Board approved several significant changes on September 23, including amendments to a lease with Housing Hope and adjustments to property boundaries for College Place Elementary and Middle Schools. The Board welcomed student advisors for the 2025-26 school year from various local high schools. Changes to the Transitional Bilingual Instructional Program were also approved, adding dual language programming to support student proficiency in multiple languages. Furthermore, the Board approved school improvement plans for several low-performing schools, which are crucial for submitting state grant applications to fund operations. Lynndale Elementary was removed from the Tier 3 list for the upcoming year, reflecting positive progress.

The Board's resolution permits new members elected on November 4 to attend an upcoming conference before officially taking office. These actions demonstrate the Board's commitment to enhancing educational opportunities and addressing community needs. The new schools are expected to open in September 2028, reflecting long-term planning for the district.