High School

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Another former teacher at Mercer Island High faces accusations of sexual misconduct

For the second time in six months, the Mercer Island School District is responding to an allegation that it mishandled a sexual misconduct case involving a teacher. Investigate West reporter Moe K. Clark wrote both stories. She told KUOW’s Rob Wood about her reporting.
- Rob Wood
Successful dropout prevention program in Washington state faces uncertain future

A state program that helps prevent Washington students from dropping out of high school may be in jeopardy if lawmakers don't step in.
- Sami West
With the country divided, Seattle area teacher encourages civil debate among high schoolers

In this politically-charged time, it can be tricky to have a friendly disagreement — even for young people. That's why, at Highline High School, one teacher is trying to give students a life lesson on civil discourse — something to use this election, and throughout their voting years.
- Sami West