Hundreds of students from Seattle Public Schools walked out of class and rallied outside City Hall to protest federal immigration enforcement and show support for immigrant communities.
The Seattle Mariners organization has been providing financial, athletic and academic support to local youth softball and baseball players through the Hometown Nine fellowship since 2022, with the goal of reducing barriers to access and increasing diversity in the sport.
The Seattle Youth Safety Ambassadors program is accepting applications from 15-19 year olds attending five Seattle high schools to serve as peer-led mental health and safety resource connectors, with a paid stipend and training provided.
The Seattle School Board has postponed a vote on a pilot program to place a police officer at Garfield High School, citing the need for further community engagement and a detailed Memorandum of Understanding with the Seattle Police Department.
Rise Above hosted a youth basketball camp at Garfield High School, drawing stars from sports, entertainment, and city leadership to inspire the next generation and promote sports as a tool to build teamwork, discipline, and healthy habits.
