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It came in response to a letter sent out last week by the U.S. Department of Education threatening to withhold federal education funding from states unless they comply with the order.
Ballots are due in a drop box or must be postmarked by April 22 in order to count.
Several school districts within Whatcom County were among the proponents of the rule changes.
Once complete, it will include a gathering hall, indoor and outdoor kitchens and student lounges.
The former superintendent will begin working with the Sultan School District in July.
Rep. Rick Larsen announced the annual Congressional Art Competition has started accepting applications.
The event is free to attend, and advanced registration isn’t required.
One proposal is to reduce the school calendar to 179 days.
The bond measure would fund a new Meridian Middle School.
The new superintendent takes over for Nick Perigo, who served as the district’s interim superintendent since July 2024.