In this episode of SPS Future Ready, Superintendent Dr. Adam Swinyard and co-host Stephanie Splater dive into the transformative vision behind the Together Spokane initiative—a bold collaboration between Spokane Public Schools, the Parks Department, and community partners to reimagine shared spaces for kids, families, and neighborhoods.

The episode highlights:

• Over 200 proposed projects across schools, parks, and neighborhoods aimed at increasing equity and access.
• A focus on getting kids off screens and into real-life engagement through recreation, athletics, and outdoor experiences.
• The importance of local investment in facilities to ensure families can enjoy enriching activities without leaving Spokane.

Special guest Riley Stockton, Executive Director of Hoopfest, joins the conversation to discuss the impact of Together Spokane on the basketball community and youth sports. He emphasizes the urgent need for more court and field space to support programs like Hoop Town Youth League, which serves over 3,500 kids. Stockton shares insights on the proposed Franklin Park facility, a multi-use space near Madison Elementary that would support basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and more.

Together Spokane is more than infrastructure—it’s about building a future where students thrive, families stay local, and the community grows stronger through shared experiences.