🌱 Patch AM: Why education leaders are coming to Renton to rethink AI in schools

Good morning to you Renton! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• Why education leaders are coming to Renton to rethink AI in schools
• Why Seahawks coaches think Byron Murphy could dominate from Renton this year
• How a Renton game studio is redefining Dungeons & Dragons for 2027

Also on today's calendar: Electronics Recycling Event and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Nice with periods of sun, with a high of 76 and low of 59 degrees.
• Friday: Nice with some sun, temps: high: 75, low: 57.
• Saturday: Partly sunny with a shower, with a high of 72 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• The Next Phase of AI in Education Is About Stewardship (edtechdigest.com) — Education leaders from around Washington will gather in Renton this September for a workshop on how schools can responsibly use emerging "agentic" AI tools. The column urges districts to focus less on adopting flashy technology and more on governance, evidence, and clear goals so AI actually reduces burdens and improves learning for students and educators.
   

• Seahawks' Byron Murphy has new pass-rush plan in year 3 (heraldnet.com) — Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy is sharpening a new pass‑rush plan as training camp continues at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center in Renton, where coaches expect him to push for double‑digit sacks this season. Teammate Jarran Reed and coach Mike Macdonald praise Murphy's unique strength, leverage, and versatility across the defensive line, while contract talk simmers in the background.
   

• Wizards of the Coast Reveals First Look at 'Warlock,' the Next Video Game Based on 'Dungeons & Dragons' (ground.news subscription) — Renton‑based Wizards of the Coast is drawing global attention with a first gameplay reveal of Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons, a dark fantasy action‑adventure game slated for 2027. The in‑house Invoke Studios project expands the D&D universe to a new open‑world console and PC experience, underscoring how a Renton company continues to shape worldwide gaming culture.
   

📸 Around Renton

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Renton

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★ Featured events ★

Friday August 28
• Electronics Recycling Event →
  3R Technology, a CTL Company, 8002 S 208th St, Kent
  9:00 am

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Other local events

Thursday August 27
• Jazz Nights at Water's Table ft.Tim Lerch →
  Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle's Southport, 1053 Lake Washington Blvd N, Renton
  5:00 pm
Friday August 28
• Family Engagement Days
  Meadow Crest Early Learning Center Renton, WA 98057
• Late Start Friday - School Starts at 8:50am
  Hazen High School Renton, WA 98057
  8:50 am
• Talk Time: English Conversation Practice
  Renton Library 100 Mill Avenue South, Renton, WA 98057
  1:00 pm
• Creative Art Oasis
  Renton Library 100 Mill Avenue South, Renton, WA 98057
  4:00 pm
• Live Music at dock & drink ft. Sandi Fernandez →
  Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle's Southport, 1053 Lake Washington Blvd N, Renton
  6:00 pm
Saturday August 29
• Live Music at dock & drink ft. Eric Madis →
  Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle's Southport, 1053 Lake Washington Blvd N, Renton
  6:00 pm
Sunday August 30
• Pokémon Club at Renton Library
  Renton Library 100 Mill Avenue South, Renton, WA 98057
  1:00 pm
• My Colorful Emotions Workshop
  Renton Library 100 Mill Avenue South, Renton, WA 98057
  3:00 pm
Monday August 31
• Family Engagement Days
  Meadow Crest Early Learning Center Renton, WA 98057
• Tech Help Mondays
  Renton Library 100 Mill Avenue South, Renton, WA 98057
  1:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Summer Is Slipping Away… and I'm Not Ready —Swannee Rivers Read on Patch

• A very sad day, dolly Parton has passed away.
  I saw her in the 90s with my wife and a book. Signing we will always miss her... (Nextdoor Top of East Highlands)

• Autonomy Staffing posted a job opening for Shipping and Receiving Clerk in Renton. Apply here.
• SmartTalent posted a job opening for Glass Production Worker in Renton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Renton here.

🗞 Nearby News

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• Historic Delta Masonic Hall in Tukwila to celebrate 100th anniversary on Saturday, Sept. 26 (tukwilablog.com)
• Methods Process Analyst at Boeing (boeing.com)
• Special Mission Systems Senior Structural & Payloads Engineer at Boeing (boeing.com)

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• College For Kids Intercultural Early Learning (care.com)

Ok Renton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!)
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