It's never too late to explore your gender identity. Here's how to start Everyone has a gender — and we express it all the time. But if you're an adult starting to think about your gender in a more expansive way, NPR's Life Kit has tips on how to do that. Kyle Norris
WA Legislature expands public school oversight of private special ed schools Students with special education needs face an uphill battle in Washington state. The state has a constitutional obligation to provide basic education for all students. But Washington is among the majority of states facing a shortage of special education teachers. Libby Denkmann
Florida families face confusion after gender-affirming care ban temporarily blocked This week, a judge temporarily blocked Florida's ban on gender-affirming care for kids. It's seen as a win for trans rights but a chilling effect has left some providers and families confused on care. Melissa Block
The basics behind the UW Researcher Strike KUOW labor & economy reporter Monica Nicklesburg joins Soundside to talk about the researcher strike happening at the University of Washington. Monica Nickelsburg
Asian American history isn't required in WA schools. A new group wants to change that A group of teachers and students want Washington state to pass legislation mandating all students learn Asian American history in K-12 schools. Sami West
What can be done to prevent further gun violence in or near Seattle schools? They met at the school Monday to talk about community safety. Sami West
A group claiming to protect parents' rights in public schools is labeled as extremist The activist group Moms for Liberty has grown rapidly during the pandemic years, claiming to fight for parents' rights in public education. The Southern Poverty Law Center is labeling it as extremist. Odette Yousef
High school theater attendance is up — as are concerns about censorship, survey finds The annual survey of the most popular high school musicals and plays is out. In addition to top ten lists, the report finds attendance is up 13% but theatre teachers are worried about censorship. Elizabeth Blair
Words In Review: 'Follow your passions!' Hey, grads: University of Washington psychology professor Sapna Cheryan explains why following your passions is not enough or why it might send the wrong message. Bill Radke
