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Applications Now Open for $2.5M in Direct Payments to Seattle Childcare Workers
DEEL seeks recommendations from Seattle youth and community organizations on mentoring grant design
Children, Race, and Racism Institute Brought 300+ Seattle Educators and Partners Together to Turn Data into Equity for the City’s Learners
Youth Mental Health Therapeutic Services Grant Open Now: Supporting Mental Wellness and Healthy Outcomes for Seattle Teens and Young Adults
Seattle Preschool Program Wins Fourth Consecutive National Gold Medal for High-Quality, Accessible Early Learning Programming
New Income Eligibility Guidelines Expand Access to City’s Child Care Assistance Program for Seattle Families
Celebrating 10 Years of Seattle Preschool Program Growth and Kindergarten Readiness
DEEL awards over $500K to five Seattle Preschool Program early learning centers to improve facilities
Eligible Seattle Preschool Program families to receive free ORCA cards this school year, in partnership with Seattle’s Department of Transportation
DEEL Announces $1.49M in Community Grants Available for Organizations Advancing Prenatal-to-Three Supports for Seattle Families
Community Hub: Free Summer Arts Activities & Therapy Resources for Seattle Teens at Community Centers now through August 23!
Seattle Families Invited to Apply to Child Care Assistance Program
Seattle Expands Youth Mental Health Supports with Launch of Talkspace Virtual Therapy
Summer Learning Programs Grant Open: Supporting Academic and Enrichment Opportunities for Seattle K-12 Youth

DEEL Youth Mentoring Survey Open now through September 28!

DEEL seeks recommendations from Seattle youth and community organizations on mentoring g...

09/18/26 by Kristina Clark Paid opportunities are available to support survey and focus group participation This fall, DEEL is engaging community memb...

DEEL seeks recommendations from Seattle youth and ...

09/18/26 by Kristina Clark

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Seattle Preschool Program Marks 10 Years with New Partners for the 2026-27 School Year

03/16/26 by Silvia Pereida SPP prepares Seattle three- and four-year-olds for kindergarten in partnership with Seattle Public Schools, community-based prov...

Seattle Preschool Program Marks 10 Years with Ne...

03/16/26 by Silvia Pereida

Every Child Ready FEPP Engagement, Seattle Families - We want to hear from you! Conversation bubbles and megaphone image

Connecting With Community: Join DEEL For Continued FEPP Levy Engagement Opportunities

02/05/26 by Kasey Smith The Seattle Department of Education & Early Learning (DEEL) is excited to announce new opportunities for community members and...

Call for Community Volunteers: Join DEEL’s Families Education, Preschool, and Promise Le...

12/15/25 by Kasey Smith The City of Seattle is now accepting applications for volunteers to serve on the Families, Education, Preschool & Promise (FEP...

Call for Community Volunteers: Join DEEL’s Famil...

12/15/25 by Kasey Smith

DEEL Awards $1.49M in Community Grants Focused on Expanding Perinatal Health Programming

12/04/25 by Silvia Pereida Programming will support healthy and equitable births, emotional well-being, and responsive care for priority populations includin...

DEEL Awards $1.49M in Community Grants Focused on ...

12/04/25 by Silvia Pereida

Intergenerational Black event attendees pose joyfully with photo booth props including a loudspeaker, microphone, feather boa, and sunglasses. Text overlay reads,

It’s a Vibe: Community-Centered DEEL Wellness Fair Offers Resources for Seattle Youth to...

11/21/25 by Kristina Clark Intergenerational attendees participated in wellness activities, heard from Seahawks legend guest, and learned about free mental h...

It’s a Vibe: Community-Centered DEEL Wellness Fa...

11/21/25 by Kristina Clark

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Seattle Preschool Program Marks 10 Years with New Partners for the 2026-27 School Year

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Connecting With Community: Join DEEL For Continued FEPP Levy Engagement Opportunities

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A Winter Celebration of Community and Potential

A Winter Celebration of Community and Potential

Call for Community Volunteers: Join DEEL’s Families Education, Preschool, and Promise Le...

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DEEL Awards $1.49M in Community Grants Focused on Expanding Perinatal Health Programming

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It’s a Vibe: Community-Centered DEEL Wellness Fair Offers Resources for Seattle Youth to...

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