KIRKLAND – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today visited John Muir Elementary to recognize two teachers for their hard work and important societal contributions during National Teacher Appreciation Week. DelBene delivered apples from Washington’s First District and school supplies to show her appreciation for the educators.
“In classrooms throughout the First… Read more »
REDMOND – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) announced that Eva Waltz of Glacier Peak High School in Snohomish won the 2016 Congressional Art Competition for Washington’s First District. DelBene joined local students, families and friends at a reception honoring all the participants who submitted artwork for the competition.
Waltz won with her piece, “Into the… Read more »
SEATTLE – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (D-WA) today discussed the importance of brain injury awareness at a roundtable with local athletes, coaches, doctors and researchers.
“As a former high school football referee and athlete, I know sports are important to keeping our communities fit and healthy, but we must ensure we’re taking every possible safety precaution to… Read more »
Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today led more than 60 House members in calling for a $100 million investment in computer science education. The letter to House Appropriators, which was co-led by Congressman Tony Cárdenas (CA-29), aims to make computer science available to all students.
“Unfortunately, too few students in the United States today are exposed to computer… Read more »
BOTHELL – Today, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) called on local high school-aged students to participate in the annual Congressional Art Competition by submitting artwork by Friday, April 8, at 5 p.m.
The contest is open to all students in grades 9-12 who either reside or attend high school in Washington’s First Congressional District. The winning entry will be… Read more »
Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today introduced bipartisan legislation to require fish products purchased for federally subsidized school lunches be domestically harvested.
“The Pacific Northwest produces some of the world’s best and healthiest seafood. We should be supporting our local industries, especially when they are producing a superior product for our… Read more »
BOTHELL – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today visited local elementary schools to join students in making Valentines for Veterans – a program that encourages the community to recognize veterans throughout the year.
“The Valentines for Veterans program is a wonderful opportunity for our local students to make a connection with a veteran and thank these brave men… Read more »
Dear Friend,
This week, Congress passed the bipartisan Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) to finally replace No Child Left Behind. For too long, federal education policy has remained woefully outdated. ESSA will bring meaningful and much-needed reforms to our education system for Washington’s students, educators and school districts, and I was pleased to support it. Read more »
Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (D-WA1) and Congresswoman Susan W. Brooks (R-IN5) today introduced a resolution, H. Res. 554, supporting the goals and ideals of Computer Science Education Week. Computer Science Week is celebrated December 7-13, 2015.
“As someone who had a long career in the technology sector before coming to Congress, I know firsthand how… Read more »
Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today voted for a bipartisan reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), also known as No Child Left Behind (NCLB).
“Expanding opportunity for the next generation starts by ensuring every child has access to a great education,” DelBene said. “I’m glad Congress is replacing this… Read more »
