Kirkland Blogs: Education, Local Commentary, Politics & More

• Class Size Inluences Learning
• Hunter Has an Amazing Spirit Despite His Amazing Past
• Teacher Absences and Turnover a Concern
• Puget Sound Energy’s Coal Habit
• Kirkland needs a shake up

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