New Seattle Supt. José Banda to help open K-5 STEM at Boren

Just got word from Seattle Public Schools about the rounds that new Superintendent José Banda plans for the first day of school on Wednesday; the district says he will start the day at West Seattle’s brand-new K-5 STEM at Boren, 9 am-10 am, before heading out to schools elsewhere in the city. (June photo by Ilona Berzups Photography)

evergreen August 30, 2012 (9:47 am)

That is really thoughtful. Look forward to meeting him.

Sally Bagshaw August 30, 2012 (12:16 pm)

Congratulations to West Seattle on the newest K-5 STEM program. I hope to hear from parents about your students’ experiences. I am a huge fan of our STEM schools.

U'hum August 30, 2012 (4:48 pm)

Oh, he ventures out of the bunker without having a banquet or celebratory dinner offered? Surprising. For someone who was going to “listen” when he got here (late June), he’s had minimal interaction with actual families….

evergreen August 30, 2012 (8:37 pm)

I really like the guy and expect good things. He has been talking to stakeholders since arriving, and now offers community meetings and one-on-one appts for parents or anyone else interested. Sounds like willingness to engage to me. I hope that Seattlelites give him a chance to do his (incredibly difficult) job before they rip him to shreds.

Sorry, comment time is over.