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Sunday, June 28, 2026

Podcast: Garfield High School Hosts Meeting On Racial Disparities In Education

Families, educators, students, and community leaders convened at Garfield High School to tackle ongoing racial disparities in academic achievement impacting Black and Brown students. Organized by Principal Tarance Hart and community advocate Chukundi Salisbury, the meeting highlighted troubling data on declining proficiency in core subjects and significant achievement gaps between Black students and their peers.

Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

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Podcast: Brandon Roy Reinstated At Garfield High Following WIAA Exoneration

Former NBA star Brandon Roy has been reinstated as head coach of Garfield High School's boys basketball team, following his clearance by the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) of prior recruiting violation allegations. The WIAA's investigation, which concluded in May 2026, found all evidence to be unsubstantiated, paving the way for Roy's return to his alma mater. His reinstatement underscores a commitment to student well-being and addresses the complexities of high school athletics, with Seattle Public Schools acknowledging the need for improved support structures for coaches.