07/13/2026
π¨ BREAKING NEWS: Seattle ends gifted schools over racial equity concerns.
Seattle Public Schools is phasing out its gifted and talented program after district leaders said it showed racial inequities, with White and Asian students making up the majority of those enrolled. The district said the new approach is intended to create a more inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students.
The gifted program is being replaced with a model requiring teachers to create individualized learning plans for every student. The decision has sparked debate, with some parents and teachers expressing concerns that advanced students could receive less academic challenge under the new system.