Celebrating the opening of a new school-based health center at Highline High School

School-based health centers offer a broad range of health care supports for students that may otherwise be difficult to access in their communities. At the health centers, overseen by Public Health—Seattle & King County, students can get mental health care, immunizations, family planning, and other care in the context of a school environment.

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Don’t miss the once-a-year summit for Best Starts for Kids

For anyone committed to better support and services for babies, children, youth, and families in King County … For anyone committed to thriving, healthy communities … For anyone looking to connect with others working on similar goals … The upcoming Best Starts for Kids annual summit offers an opportunity to share your experiences and reflect […]

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Stories of Resiliency & Strength from Communities of Color

We must celebrate the beauty and fullness in all that Black children and youth are. Out in the world Black children and youths’ stories are living, breathing, and thriving narratives that demand more of us. They ask: do you see my humanity and are you willing to understand my full story? Today, we are grateful to share a poem by Nikai Mackie, who originally shared her piece with our community partner, Young-Women Empowered (Y-WE), in June 2020. We hope you intentionally sit and reckon with Nikai’s words.

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