We are redesigning secondary schools to ensure every student is Future Ready. Informed by 2023–24 community feedback, our focus is on real-world relevance and instructional rigor. High schools are putting plans into action, while middle schools like Sylvester are introducing career-focused courses. Learn more about our K–12 redesign work.

Highline has identified $1.83 million in initial budget reductions for the 2026–27 school year as part of an $8 million reduction plan. These first steps focus on leadership actions and central office efficiencies, with more decisions ahead.

Highline students are growing as readers, problem-solvers, collaborators and leaders. The 2024-25 annual report shows what that growth looks like in real classrooms, and how it happens when students are known by name, strength and need. 

We’re excited to welcome students and families back after winter break. Winter brings colder weather—and with it, colds, flu and other seasonal illnesses. Staying healthy helps students stay engaged in school, and every day of learning builds confidence, connection and progress.

At Highline, we’re building systems that help every student succeed, whether they need extra help, a challenge or individualized care. That includes how we support students' health and wellbeing during the school day.  This year, the Health Services Department is taking an intentional, data-informed approach to how school nurse offices operate.

January is School Board Recognition Month, a time to recognize the dedication of our school board members. Their leadership shapes the future of Highline Public Schools and supports every student’s success.

In recent weeks, a handful of safety incidents at our schools have received significant attention in local media and on social media. We know these situations can be unsettling, and we want to share more about how and why we communicate the way we do during an emergency.

We know there are rumors circulating on social media about a threat against Cascade Middle School. Our Community Safety Department was notified about the threats on Wednesday. They immediately began investigating and notified local l law enforcement. It was determined that the threat was not credible.  

Students who read with confidence can learn new ideas faster, participate more fully in class, and express themselves with greater ease. This year’s work across Highline centers on helping every student in every grade build strong reading, writing and language skills.  Here’s an update on how schools are helping students become stronger readers, writers and communicators this year.