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Axel Breeden, a second grader from Parkwood Elementary, qualified for the national Braille Challenge finals in Los Angeles after scoring high in the Washington regional competition. This annual event, initiated by the Braille Institute in 2000, aims to enhance braille literacy skills among students who are blind or visually impaired. Winners will be announced at an awards ceremony livestreamed on June 28.
Edmonds SnoKing AAUW awarded $12,000 in scholarships to six young women at an event on June 7, 2025. The organization raises funds annually for their AE3 Foundation to support educational opportunities. One recipient, Kristy Thien Ly Ho from Cascade High School, was unable to attend the ceremony.
1st District lawmakers will hold an information session for residents on the 2025 legislative session. Scheduled for June 17, 2025, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM, the event will take place at Cascadia College in Bothell. Attendees can engage with Senator Derek Stanford and Representatives Shelley Kloba and Davina Duerr.
The City of Lake Forest Park plans to begin construction on a project at the intersection of SR 104, 40th Place NE, and NE 184th Street in January 2026, finishing by April 2027. Additionally, the city is designing a culvert replacement for Lyon Creek, with construction anticipated in the summer of 2026 or 2027.
Meridian Park Elementary School showcased student artwork on May 28, 2025, highlighting creations from its Art Docent Program and PTA Reflections competition. Special guests demonstrated live art creation, attracting a diverse audience including Shoreline's Mayor Chris Roberts, who expressed his love for art.
Shorewood and Shorecrest celebrated graduation ceremonies this week at Shoreline Stadium. Shorewood's event took place on June 9, 2025, while Shorecrest's ceremony followed on June 10, 2025. Both events showcased the achievements of their graduating classes.
Brier Helping Brier raised $12,000 to eliminate student lunch debt at three local schools in a recent event. The Pack the Park event in Lake Forest Park also contributed, raising $2,800 for the Shoreline School District's Angel Fund to alleviate meal debt. These initiatives aim to relieve financial burdens that hinder students' ability to focus on learning.
The Biden Administration proposed significant cuts to the 2026 federal budget, threatening conservation efforts in the Mountains to Sound Greenway National Heritage Area. These cuts could reverse decades of progress and limit public access to vital natural resources. Advocates urge Congress to act against these proposals.
Lake Forest Park plans to delay affordable housing policies, focusing on minimum state housing mandates. The city must adopt new zoning regulations by June 30, 2025, or face state intervention. A public hearing is set for June 12.
Robert Reich will teach his final course in "The Last Class" at Crest Cinema Center on June 30, 2025. The film portrays his reflections on education and societal inequalities, highlighting his belief in the next generation's potential to enact change.