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Seattle Public Schools proclaims Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action, Feb. 3–7, 2025
Summary
Student board members read a district proclamation declaring Feb. 3–7, 2025, Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action and reaffirming the district’s commitment to racial equity and protecting student groups in line with board policy.
Student board members read a proclamation into the record at the Jan. 22 Seattle School District No. 1 board meeting declaring Feb. 3–7, 2025, as Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action and affirming the district’s commitment to educational and racial equity.
The proclamation notes the local origins of the Black Lives Matter at School movement and references board policy 0030 (ensuring educational and racial equity). It includes findings that historical and structural racism contribute to racial disparities in education and reaffirms the district’s obligation to support the success and dignity of Black students.
Superintendent Dr. Brent Jones echoed the proclamation and said staff are reviewing district policies to ensure clarity for students, families and staff about protections (including limits on immigration enforcement consistent with federal and state law). Student board members and several community speakers asked the district to follow the proclamation with concrete steps — including prioritizing ethnic studies, antiracist professional learning and supports for Black students.
The reading cited the district’s prior resolution affirming its commitment to Black student safety; the proclamation encourages district‑wide participation and classroom discussion during the Week of Action and the 2024–25 “year of purpose.” The board did not record a separate roll call vote to adopt the proclamation; it was read into the record during superintendent comments and the public meeting.
