Lunchtime LEVinars

Welcome to Lunchtime LEVinars, free, interactive, online webinars on important and timely issues hosted by the League of Education Voters (LEV). These lunchtime webinars are designed to share information and build knowledge about the issues at the core of LEV’s policy priorities.

LEV will host each 30 to 60-minute webinar, which will include a 20–30 minute presentation by an expert from the field and 10 minutes of Q&A. Each webinar will be recorded and archived on our website.

 

Most Recent LEVinar

Superintendents from Across Washington state on Best Practices, Data, and Challenges

Students from South Shore PreK-8

As the 2024-25 school year wraps up, school districts across Washington state are focusing on improving academic success, student and staff supports, and transitions to postsecondary education in the wake of this year’s budget challenges.

In this webinar, a panel of superintendents from across Washington state share how they are supporting academic preparedness, student social-emotional and physical well-being, and college and career knowledge, what data they are monitoring to determine whether their strategies are effective, and what challenges they see on the horizon.

Panelists:

  • Dr. Susana Reyes, Shoreline Public Schools
  • Dr. Concie Pedroza, Tukwila School District
  • Dr. Nik Bergman, Quincy School District
  • Dr. Ivan Duran, Highline Public Schools
  • Dr. Christopher Nesmith, Elma School District

Watch Now (captioning is available in English, Spanish, and Somali)

 

Upcoming LEVinar

Why Students Need Section 504 Protections in Washington State Law

Students from South Shore PreK-8

Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), students with disabilities, including those who may not qualify for special education services, have important discrimination, accommodation, and education protections. Unlike many states, Washington lacks a uniform hearing or dispute resolution process for these claims. This leaves many families frustrated, unable to secure needed services and supports for students.

In our free webinar on Thursday, July 10, we will explore what might be done to build a more robust system for Washington, so students with disabilities can secure their right to a public education. Also, every student who qualifies for special education services under the IDEA is likely protected by Section 504. Having a robust system of Section 504 dispute resolution will help students eligible for special education services seek timely resolution of discrimination and retaliation claims, accessibility claims, and an avenue for procedural enforcement.

Panelists include:

Spanish interpretation and closed captioning in English will be provided.

Moderated by League of Education Voters CEO Arik Korman.

Thursday, July 10, 2025
12:30 – 1:30 pm

Register Now

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