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Seattle Municipal Archives Finding Aids

Education

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 21 Collections and/or Records:

Parks, Education, Libraries and Labor Committee

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 4622-03
Scope and Contents note Committee meeting records maintained by David Della during his tenure as committee chair. The Committee began as the Parks, Education and Neighborhoods Committee, but was renamed in 2007. The subjects covered include parks, public grounds, recreation, community centers, the Woodland Park Zoo, Seattle Center, neighborhood plans, outreach, citizen involvement, workforce development and education activities. Records within the collections include committee calendars with roster of issues, staff...
Dates: 2004-2007

Education Committee Records

 Series — Box 1
Identifier: 4683-05
Scope and Contents note

Agendas for City Council's Education Committee. Agendas include number and title of legislation, resolutions, and comptroller files.

Dates: 1986-1989

Education, Equity, and Governance Committee Records

 Series
Identifier: 4632-07
Abstract

Records from the committee during Harrell's tenure as chair.

Dates: 2016-2018

Department of Parks and Recreation Environmental Stewardship Unit Records

 Series
Identifier: 5807-20
Abstract

The Environmental Stewardship Unit Records document the activities and programs prepared and implemented by the Environmental Stewardship Coordinator (ESC). The ESC operated among a number of Seattle area parks, as well as the aquarium.

Dates: 1991-2008

Human Rights Commission Minutes and Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 3810-01
Scope and Contents note

Commission minutes, correspondence, reports, studies, newsletters, and reference material relating to the activities of the Human Rights Commission prior to creation of the Human Rights Department.

Dates: 1958-1968

Office of Arts and Culture Director’s Records

 Series
Identifier: 7406-04
Abstract

Records from the directors of the Office of Arts and Culture.

Dates: 2002-2010; 2016-2020

Patricia Lee Electronic Correspondence, 1999-2019

 Sub-Series
Identifier: 03
Scope and Contents Note From the Series: Contains the emails and attachments of the Central Staff Director and Central Staff Analysts. These records relate to the functions and work of Central Staff Analysts, including energy, housing, public safety, education, civil rights, land use, human services, community development, government finances and budget, transportation, sustainability, and native communities. These records include correspondence, memos, drafts, budget proposals, surveys, reports, and research in according with...
Dates: 1999-2019

Norm Rice Departmental Correspondence

 Series
Identifier: 5272-01
Scope and Contents note

Records include correspondence, memoranda, reports, studies, and briefing materials to and from City agencies regarding the full range of municipal government activities during Rice's terms as mayor. Topics include municipal facilities, arts and culture, planning, budget and financial issues, and schools and education, among others. Records are arranged chronologically and then by major departments within City government. Constituent correspondence is included in this record series.

Dates: 1990-1997

Norm Rice Subject Files

 Series — Box 5
Identifier: 5272-02
Scope and Contents note Correspondence, memoranda, reports, studies, and other materials to and from non-city government agencies, businesses, associations, and the general public. Includes records about King County, state and federal government agencies, public development authorities, Metro, and boards and commissions, as well as constituent correspondence. Topics include the Seattle Mariners, sister cities, the Pang warehouse fire, the 1990 education summit, Pike Place Market, the Seattle Jobs Initiative,...
Dates: 1978-1997

Carol Lewis Records

 Series
Identifier: 5274-11
Scope and Contents note

Records of deputy mayor Carol Lewis, including correspondence, memoranda, and reports relating especially to housing, land use, and downtown development.

Dates: 1978-1987

Paul Schell Departmental Correspondence

 Series
Identifier: 5279-01
Scope and Contents note

Correspondence, memoranda, reports, and notes related to all City functions during Mayor Paul Schell's administration. Records are organized by City agency responsible for the specific issue addressed in the correspondence. Major topics covered in the materials include transportation, public safety, education, housing and human services, utilities, economic development, the arts, parks, and neighborhoods.

Dates: 1998-2001

Families and Education Levy Oversight Committee Records

 Series
Identifier: 3620-02
Abstract

Records concerning oversight of levy funds for the improvement of Seattle's public schools.

Dates: 1990-2015

Upward Bound Records

 Series
Identifier: 3624-01
Abstract

Records documenting the Upward Bound college-preparatory program.

Dates: 1979-1999

Central Area School Council Records

 Series
Identifier: 5415-06
Scope and Contents note

Created to promote community involvement with the schools and to foster better relations between parents and administration.

Dates: 1972-1974

Educational Development Program Records

 Series
Identifier: 5415-09
Scope and Contents note

A project to develop strategies for improving the relationship between model neighborhood residents and the schools, and improve communications between parents from multi-ethnic backgrounds and teachers.

Dates: 1969-1974

Department of Neighborhoods Office of Education Records

 Series
Identifier: 5753-01
Abstract

Records of the office which plans and implements education levy programs

Dates: 1988-2003

Housing, Human Services, Education and Civil Rights Committee Records

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 4684-03
Scope and Contents note

Agendas, correspondence, draft legislation, reports, staff analysis, and notes related to issues before the Housing, Human Services, Education and Civil Rights Committee during Steinbrueck's tenure as chair.

Dates: 1999-2001

Human Rights Commission Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 3810-02
Scope and Contents note

Correspondence, reports, studies, newsletters, and reference material relating to the activities of the Human Rights Commission prior to creation of the Human Rights Department.

Dates: 1963-1968

Sherry Harris Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 4633-02
Scope and Contents note

Correspondence, memoranda, reports, and other materials related to education, public safety, land use, housing, and social services issues. Topics include the education summit, joint use of school facilities, domestic partnerships, the Comprehensive Plan, the Housing Levy, public restrooms, Just Cause Eviction Ordinance amendments, and drug traffic loitering. Most of the education material predates Harris' tenure on the City Council.



Dates: 1973-1995; 1992-1995

Heidi Wills Subject Files

 Series
Identifier: 4695-02
Scope and Contents note

Correspondence, reports, studies, notes, and other materials related to issues before the City Council during Wills' tenure. Broad issues include transportation, land use, social services, parks, public safety, environmental concerns, and public utilities, especially City Light related issues. Specific topics include the proposed exotic animals ban, homelessness, neighborhood planning, vehicle impoundment, the teen dance ordinance, and Sound Transit.

Dates: 1999-2004