Overview
- Seattle Public Schools confirmed a normal early-release Wednesday schedule and said skipping class for the parade would be recorded as an unexcused absence.
- The parade day began with a 10 a.m. ceremony at Lumen Field with about 50,000 tickets distributed, followed by an 11 a.m. parade through downtown.
- Because most schools dismissed between 1:10 p.m. and 2:30 p.m., many students were still in class during the celebration.
- Chief operations officer Fred Podesta said remaining open preserves stability, safety, meals, transportation, and specialized services for students who rely on them.
- City officials told King5 they expected 750,000 to 1,000,000 spectators, and Mayor Katie B. Wilson urged responsible celebration, while Philadelphia closed public schools for its Super Bowl parade last year.