Education

DelBene Shines Light on Sports-Related Brain Injuries

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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…

DelBene, Crdenas Lead Push for Computer Science Funding

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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…

DelBene Announces Congressional Art Competition

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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…

DelBene Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Put U.S. Seafood in School Lunches

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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…

DelBene, Local Students Make Valentines for Veterans

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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…

12/11/15

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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.

DelBene and Brooks Encourage Support of Computer Science Education Week to Prepare Students for Next Generation Careers

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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…

DelBene Supports Bipartisan Bill to Replace No Child Left Behind

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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…

DelBene Calls for Gender Equity Reforms in FIFA

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BOTHELL – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) signed on to a letter to President Sunil Gulati of the U.S. Soccer Federation calling for gender equity in the world of soccer. “For the sake of honest, transparent and equitable international competition, FIFA must be reformed. The United States should be the leader in reform efforts and women’s soccer can be the…

DelBene, Students Watch Eagles as Part of Outdoor Education

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ROCK PORT – Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-01) today joined 4th and 5th graders from Darrington Elementary to watch eagles along the Skagit River. “I’m thankful that Washington’s First District is home to some of our nation’s most beautiful national forests, parks, mountains, waterways and wildlife,” DelBene said. “Taking care of our natural…