WA state schools chief won't seek re-election in 2028

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard

November 9, 2026

Chris Reykdal, who has led Washington state's public school system through a period of financial and political upheaval, and a pandemic, announced Monday that he will not seek re-election to a fourth term in 2028.

"Public institutions are strengthened when leadership changes, new voices emerge, and those entrusted with public office un...