Kristina Clark, Author at What's the DEEL?

Funding available for organizations to administer City of Seattle workforce payments to local childcare providers

September 24, 2026

Three-year FEPP levy investment supports Seattle children and families’ access to a stable, qualified childcare workforce The City of Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) opens applications for the 2026 Childcare Workforce Payment Administrator Request for Proposal (RFP). With this $477,000 multiyear investment, DEEL is seeking proposals from… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Child Care (ages 0-12), Department News, Early Learning, Education Levies

DEEL seeks recommendations from Seattle youth and community organizations on mentoring grant design

September 18, 2026

Paid opportunities are available to support survey and focus group participation This fall, DEEL is engaging community members – Seattle teens and young people up to 24, as well as local organizations who offer youth mentoring programs—to help design a new grant. The Every Child Ready-Families, Education, Preschool, and… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: BIPOC Community Youth Programs, Department News, Education Levies, K-12 EducationTagged With: College and Career Readiness, Community Engagement, Culturally Specific and Responsive, FEPP Levy, Postsecondary Access

Applications Now Open for $2.5M in Direct Payments to Seattle Childcare Workers

September 8, 2026

City of Seattle sustains wage equity investment for childcare workforce The Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) is proud to announce open applications for $2.5 million in funding to support Seattle childcare workforce retention. In partnership with BrightSpark Early Learning Services, DEEL is awarding one-time payments with funds allocated from the Every Child Ready-Families, Education, Preschool and Promise (FEPP) levy. This funding is intended to provide… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Child Care (ages 0-12), Department News, Early Learning, Education LeviesTagged With: Child Care Assistance Program, FEPP Levy

Youth Mental Health Therapeutic Services Grant Open Now: Supporting Mental Wellness and Healthy Outcomes for Seattle Teens and Young Adults

May 18, 2026

Approximately $1 million is available for organizations to provide access to clinical therapeutic mental health services and supports for Seattle secondary students or youth ages 13-24 who live and/or attend school in Seattle, including opportunity youth whose education has been interrupted to support their return to school and/or career. A primary… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: BIPOC Community Youth Programs, Department News, Education Levies, K-12 Education, Mental HealthTagged With: College and Career Readiness, Culturally Specific and Responsive, FEPP Levy, Funding Opportunity, K-12 Education, Student Mental Health

A Winter Celebration of Community and Potential

December 23, 2025

Upward Bound scholars and families gather to learn about college opportunities and celebrate the holiday season On December 19, scholars from Garfield and Rainier Beach High Schools gathered with family and Upward Bound (UB) staff to hear from program alumnae and celebrate all the accomplishments of UB scholars in 2025…. [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: BIPOC Community Youth Programs, College and Scholarships, Department News, K-12 EducationTagged With: College and Career Readiness, Postsecondary Access

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

November 21, 2025

Intergenerational attendees participated in wellness activities, heard from Seahawks legend guest, and learned about free mental health programs On Saturday, October 25, the Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) hosted “Thrive & Vibe: A Youth Health and Wellness Celebration” at El Centro de la Raza’s Centilia Cultural Center in… [ Keep reading ]

DEEL Welcomes Seattle Teens to “Thrive & Vibe” Free Health and Wellness Event on October 25

October 1, 2025

Youth and young adults ages 13 to 24 are invited to join the Department of Education and Early Learning and community partners on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 11am to 1pm at Centilia Cultural Center in Beacon Hill The City of Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) invites Seattle… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: BIPOC Community Youth Programs, Department News, K-12 Education, Mental Health, School InvestmentsTagged With: College and Career Readiness, Culturally Specific and Responsive, Student Mental Health

Applications Now Open for Seattle Youth Safety Ambassadors Mental Health and Community Safety Peer Outreach Opportunity

September 22, 2025

The Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) and Seattle Human Services Department (HSD) are proud to announce the Seattle Youth Safety Ambassadors (YSA) peer leadership program for the 2025-26 school year. YSA is a youth-led awareness initiative designed to promote safety, wellness, and services available in Seattle schools and… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: BIPOC Community Youth Programs, Department News, K-12 Education, Mental HealthTagged With: Culturally Specific and Responsive, Student Mental Health

Education Levy Updates: Mayor Harrell Signs Legislation Sending Seattle’s Transformative Proposal to Voters

August 5, 2025

Building on Seattle’s 35-year legacy of successful education levies, this six-year investment is a commitment to support children, youth, and families at every stage of life Seattle – On June 24, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined Councilmember Maritza Rivera, the Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL), and education, labor,… [ Keep reading ]

Filed Under: Child Care (ages 0-12), College and Scholarships, Department News, Early Learning, Education Levies, K-12 EducationTagged With: College and Career Readiness, Every Child Ready, Families Education Preschool Promise, FEPP Levy, Kindergarten Readiness, Postsecondary Access, Seattle Preschool Program, Student Mental Health

Community Hub: Free Summer Arts Activities & Therapy Resources for Seattle Teens at Community Centers now through August 23!

July 23, 2025

As part of Mayor Harrell’s Reach Out Initiative, free summer arts activities and mental health resources for Seattle teens are available at several local community centers. From July 21 through August 23, 2025, Seattle youth and young adults ages 13 to 19 can participate in Community Hub programs—a series of… [ Keep reading ]