Teachers Rebuild After Fire Loss | Spokane News

Two Spokane teachers, Scott Kelley and Drew Yanuszeski, are returning to class this week after losing their homes in the devastating August wildfires — just blocks from Riverside State Park. Now part of a larger group of over thirty SPED staff displaced by the flames, they’re juggling insurance claims, temporary housing, and emotional recovery while preparing for a new school year. Drew feels drained, likening his state to the end of the school year; Scott’s still in survival mode, bracing for the emotional crash. They’re leaning on each other and their supportive colleagues as they rebuild — both plan to return to their original lots in about a year and a half. Though insurance covers much, the mental toll is crushing. Still, they’re ready to show up for students — many of whom also lost homes — with Drew planning to share a photo of his ruined house on day one, and Scott open to sharing if asked, focused on connection and presence. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/148c7377554f0266