Seattle Public Schools boost security, counseling in response to student demands

SEATTLE — Seattle students were welcomed back to the classroom Wednesday with more school security and counselors. It's part of Mayor Bruce Harrell's boosted investments in safety and mental health after students demanded both. “It takes us all to have and be in a safe environment,” stated Marty Jackson, the southeast network executive director with the Boys and Girls Clubs of King County, as she and staff stood outside Rainier Beach High School. Garfield and Rainier Beach high schools are …