Edmonds School District

The committee reviewed the committee charge, norms, and guiding principles for the boundary review process. Discussions centered on the attendance area boundary study parameters, necessitated by the shift of sixth grade to middle schools, and the implementation of a new middle school boundary by the fall of 2028. The group also examined the boundary modeling process, which utilizes historical enrollment trends, school capacities, and demographic projections to balance student populations, minimize overcrowding, and maintain neighborhood continuity. Additionally, the committee worked on the Springboard scenario and discussed next steps for refining modeling scenarios and preparing for upcoming community open houses.

The committee reviewed a boundary scenario based on suggestions from the previous meeting, engaged in further adjustment discussions, and aimed to determine a consensus scenario. The agenda also included a review of open house best practices for community engagement and an overview of the electronic community survey process. Additionally, the committee revisited the project's norms, mindsets, and guiding principles regarding equitable school utilization and enrollment management.

The board study session focused on the transition to a middle school model for 6th grade students. Key agenda items included updates on the construction of Salish Middle School and College Place Middle School, a review of district boundary and transportation planning, an analysis of the academic program, and an update on human resources staffing implications. The session also outlined the timeline for the Boundary Review Committee's work and upcoming community engagement opportunities.

This document outlines the parameters for an attendance area boundary study aimed at adjusting elementary and middle school boundaries. The primary objective is to ensure equitable school utilization following a sixth-grade reconfiguration, scheduled for implementation in Fall 2028. The study is guided by principles that include balancing enrollment, alleviating overcrowding, considering growth trends, maintaining neighborhood cohesion, optimizing student proximity to schools and safe routes, and minimizing transportation impacts. It incorporates insights from district policies, community surveys, and student enrollment forecasts to achieve effective and efficient educational programs through informed boundary adjustments.

This document outlines the Edmonds School District Board of Directors' Annual Goals for the 2025-26 school year, developed to support the district's Strategic Plan and organized using WSSDA School Board Standards. The plan focuses on responsible school district governance, setting and communicating high expectations for student learning, creating conditions for student and staff success, holding the district accountable, and engaging the local community. Key objectives include establishing sustainable budget priorities, monitoring progress toward increasing on-time graduation rates to at least 94% by 2026, ensuring kindergarten readiness and grade-level proficiency in math and reading, promoting safe and inclusive learning environments, implementing equitable practices, and advancing strategic priorities through community engagement.