Among Washington families who took up homeschooling during the pandemic nearly half are sticking with it, according to state data. Why it matters: While some families say homeschooling is a lifeline for kids who struggled in public schools, it’s contributed to enrollment drops, budget shortfalls and potential cuts in many districts, David S. Knight, an assistant professor of education
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Next City Council Meeting is June 25, 2026
AgendaComment- June 25, 2026 — City Council Regular Meeting, 6:00–10:00 p.m.
- 2025 4th Quarter Financial Report
- 2026 1st Quarter Financial Report
- 2027-2028 Budget Calendar Overview
- Amenity Rentals
- Airport Committee Workplan
- New Camera Locations
- July 9, 2026 — City Council Regular Meeting, 6:00–10:00 p.m.
- Stormwater Management Action Plan - Phase 2 Task Assignment
- July 30, 2026 — City Council Workshop, 6:00–10:00 p.m.
- Legislative Agenda Preliminary Discussion & City Council Leadership Workshop
- August 6, 2026 — Committee of the Whole, 5:00–5:50 p.m.
- Check in on Committee of the Whole
- August 6, 2026 — City Council Study Session, 6:00–10:00 p.m.
- 2026 2nd Quarter Financial Report
- August 13, 2026 — City Council Regular Meeting, 6:00–10:00 p.m.
- Capital Improvements Plan - First Reading
- August 27, 2026 — City Council Regular Meeting, 6:00–10:00 p.m.
- Capital Improvements Plan - Second Reading
- June 25, 2026 — City Council Regular Meeting, 6:00–10:00 p.m.
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