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The streamlined process stems from a new law that was signed this past spring aiming to reduce barriers to financial aid for low-income students.
Lynden, Lynden Christian and Blaine school districts were among those who submitted the proposed amendment.
The education center is hosted at Whatcom Community College and received the funds for their Substance Used Disorder Professional (SUDP) students.
The high school and district office went into lockdown, while the middle school and Irene Reither Elementary were placed on secure mode.
The Bellingham Police Department says the victim reported the assault to police on Oct. 22.
Investigators have also linked the Canadian suspect to dozens of threats across 12 states and Canada.
Mount Baker School District leaders say the sale will bring the district nearly $300,000.
The man initially arrested and charged at WWU was released from Whatcom County Jail on Oct. 15.
The university released a series of cost-saving measures following revenue shortfalls from the pandemic, insufficient state funding and general inflation.
The high school was previously evacuated due to a bomb threat.