VPS will hold public dedication ceremonies for replacement schools
Please join us as we celebrate our newest schools!
Sep
2021
Jan
2021
What’s new in construction around the district
Now four-and-a-half years into the active design and construction work, the bond program is more than halfway through.
Sep
2019
In the construction zone: 28 schools on track for bond work
Construction and upgrades are in progress at 28 district schools. Here's a rundown of the projects. Remodel and expansion projects Columbia River High School: Final design phase of remodel and expansion; construction scheduled to begin [...]
Oct
2018
Truman design plans finalized
After almost 50 years as an open concept school, Truman Elementary is about to embark on its next chapter: a brand-new building.
May
2018
See the design for the new Truman Elementary!
View floor plans, exterior elevation designs and site plans.
Mar
2018
You’re invited! Open house offers a preview of the new Truman Elementary design
The new Truman Elementary School won’t open until fall 2020, but the public is invited to a preview of the future school. Preliminary architectural designs will be unveiled at an open house on Tuesday, March [...]
Nov
2017
What’s next in bond projects
Class-size reductions, playground improvements and turf field installations are among the upcoming projects.
Jun
2017
Focus on fitness delivers awards for three elementary schools
Congratulations to Walnut Grove, Felida and Truman elementary schools!
May
2017
Designing a dream
Planning is underway for the first phase of several construction projects. Find out the timeline for construction.
Feb
2017
Bond construction projects scheduled for six-year timeline
The construction schedule prioritizes eligibility for state assistance funding and completing projects on time and within budget.
Jan
2017
School election is Tuesday, February 14
Ballots were mailed to voters who live within the district's boundaries on Friday, Jan. 27. The election is Tuesday, Feb. 14.
Jan
2017
Obtenga más información sobre la iniciativa electoral
Obtenga más información sobre la iniciativa electoral de emisión de bonos que mejoría todas las escuelas del distrito. La fecha límite para enviar las boletas de voto es el martes, 14 de febrero. [...]
Jan
2017
5 surprising facts about the bond measure
Get the inside story on the district's upcoming bond request.
Nov
2016
Top 12 facts about the bond measure
Learn about the bond measure that will appear on the Feb. 14, 2017, special election ballot.
Nov
2016
Bond measure to appear on Feb. 14 special election ballot
On Tuesday, Nov. 8, Vancouver Public Schools' board of directors approved a resolution to put a capital facilities bond measure on the ballot in the Feb. 14, 2017, special election.
Oct
2016
Donation revs up learning
Dick Hannah Subaru representatives recently presented Truman Elementary School with a $8,400 check.
Oct
2016
Reimagine districtwide improvements
The district is developing plans to improve every school, contingent on approval of a bond measure.
Jun
2016
Grant will help provide space for reduced class sizes
Vancouver Public Schools was selected to receive a $43 million grant from the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction. The grant will be used to build and expand classrooms to make kindergarten through third-grade class sizes smaller.
May
2016
Reimagining Truman Elementary
Truman planning teams unveiled four concepts for a new, larger school.
Apr
2016
Re: Truman Elementary
Truman Elementary School opened in October 1970 as an open-concept school built without permanent interior dividing walls and doors. Open-concept schools, then internationally popular in education, encouraged a less rigid style of teaching and [...]
Mar
2016
Young dancers leap into 19th annual Dance Festival
With a flick of a scarf and a do-si-do, hundreds of elementary and middle school students took the stage on Feb. 16 for Vancouver Public Schools' 19th annual Dance Festival.
Jan
2016
New elementary school websites
VPS’ elementary schools have partnered with the district’s communications office to embark on a redesign of all elementary school websites.
Oct
2015
Truman Trailblazers sing the F.A.S.T. song! [VIDEO]
Truman students teamed up with the American Heart Association in Oregon and Southwest Washington to enhance stroke awareness for World Stroke Day. They sang a song about how to recognize the signs of a stroke. Great job, [...]
Oct
2015
Building hope: Symposium participants envision new elementary schools
If you want to know what an elementary school should look and feel like, ask a fifth-grader. An elementary school should “feel like you’re at home and be comfortable. Because if you’re comfortable, you’re comfortable [...]
Jan
2015
Then and now: Planning for the future
No matter where you live, work or play in Vancouver, it is likely that you drive by a school at some point during your travels. Vancouver Public Schools has 37 schools and programs located within [...]
Oct
2013
October 2013 Employee Excellence Awards
Four employees were selected for the October 2013 recognition. They were honored at the Oct. 22 school board meeting. Pictured left to right are: • Janell Olander, paraeducator, Truman Elementary School • Darci Fronk, principal, [...]