In promoting the 2021 La Conner Schools levy, Superintendent Rich Stewart makes a point of stressing the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community’s financial support.

Now Swinomish is literally providing La Conner Schools another shot in the arm.

The Tribal Senate last week authorized Swinomish medical and dental staff to provide COVID-19 vaccinations to school employees as the District transitions to in-person classes.

“The Senate recognizes the importance of our La Conner teachers to our community’s children and their future, and we understand the benefits of in-person education,” Swinom...