“One of the amazing things about dual language is it recognizes the strength of language to develop people,” said State Superintendent Chris Reykdal. Students in dual language programs learn content in both English and another language. Later today, the House Education Committee will hold a public hearing on OSPI's bill requesting for dual language and tribal language programs to be expanded statewide. House Bill 1228 was first proposed in the last Legislative Session. Read the bill here: https:

6 PM 12/28: Update on the ongoing severe risk across the southeastern US. Have multiple ways to receive warnings and stay weather aware this evening. More info: www.spc.noaa.gov | NOAA NWS Storm Prediction Center