VPS now: 3-13-25 Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
In this issue: Thank you to our community, kindergarten enrollment, 2025-26 school calendar, and more.
Mar
2025
Jan
2025
VPS now: 1-24-25 Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
In this issue: In this issue: Explore Programs and Schools of Choice, learn about a replacement levy, and more!
Jan
2025
Applications for Middle and High School Programs of Choice are open Jan. 13 | Español | Русский |
VPS middle and high school students can participate in Choice Programs and Schools that allow them to pursue their unique interests. From the arts and STEM to welding, medicine, cooking and blended learning, there's something for everyone. Find out how to apply.
Dec
2024
VPS now: 12-18-24 Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
In this issue: Explore Programs and Schools of Choice, learn about inclement weather alerts, cold weather resources for families, and much more!
Mar
2023
Several secondary choice program applications reopen | Español
Didn’t get a chance to apply for a secondary choice program? We still have space available for several secondary choice programs and applications reopen on March 20 at 4 p.m.
Jan
2023
VPS en Español Especial – Programas de Elección
En esta edición especial de VPS en Español, escuche a los estudiantes y al personal sobre los programas magnet disponibles para los estudiantes.
Mar
2022
VPS now: 3/29/22 | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
News to know: Still time to apply for specialty programs, important dates to know, absences due to religious holidays and more.
Mar
2022
Still time to apply for specialty programs | Español | Русский | Fósun Chuuk
Several VPS programs are again accepting applications for the 2022-23 school year. Deadlines vary, so apply now!
Dec
2021
Welding/Fabrication program renamed Advanced Manufacturing | Español | Русский
Advanced Manufacturing has added new CNC machining equipment including a plasma-cutting table, CAD lab, 3D printers, virtual welders and new energy-efficient welding units.
Jan
2020
Graduate success: Jeffrey Sherman
Jeffrey Sherman never cared for coffee when he was in high school. But preparing for the SkillsUSA competition required early morning practice sessions.
Sep
2019
From gamer to creator: Columbia River student brings video game concept to life
Bridgette is one of just five winners from across the nation whose video game concepts Google Play selected for development and production.
Feb
2019
Where are they now?
Anya Pavlovic Kain stayed busy with International Baccalaureate and Running Start classes and was president of Natural Helpers and a member of the Clark County Youth Commission.
Nov
2018
Students build app for Congressional App Challenge
Annika Epperly and Ojasvi Kamboj were named the winners of the 2018 Congressional App Challenge for the 3rd Congressional District in November.
Sep
2018
Skyview senior is National Merit Scholarship semifinalist
The total number of semifinalists represents less than 1 percent of high school seniors nationwide.
Jun
2018
Forged in the shop: Welding program builds confidence, job skills and friendship
Jose Rangel—Joe as he’s known at school—loves working in the welding shop.
Jun
2018
Trades demonstration teaches skills, builds excitement
Wearing backpacks and safety glasses, 25 young people intently observed trade professionals demonstrate carpentry, plumbing and electrical wiring.
May
2018
Hudson’s Bay aces state FFA championship
The school's nursery landscape team won the state Future Farmers of America Career Development Event in March.
Mar
2018
Building Trades class gives students a glimpse at future careers
The new Building Trades program at Hudson's Bay High School gives kids a hands-on opportunity to learn about careers in construction and related fields. Participants can work toward eligibility for apprenticeships by [...]
Jan
2018
Vancouver Flex Academy earns first Green Schools certification
Improvements to the school's grounds led to statewide recognition.
Jan
2018
Duck and Cover covers more than just the basics
An award-winning, student-created mobile app is designed to aid efforts to prepare for disasters and crises.
Jan
2018
From student to teacher: Training the next generation
High school senior and Careers in Education student Scully Falcon-Rosas, center, reads to students in Carol Patrick's class at Ogden Elementary. “She’s really nice and she knows how to work with kids," said [...]
Dec
2017
Students tackle homelessness, win award
They plan to construct a full-scale prototype from a lightweight perlite-concrete material and recycled plastic bottles.
May
2017
Vancouver iTech Preparatory: Plan for the new school
The new school building will be located on approximately 5 acres of leased land northeast of the main WSU Vancouver campus.
Mar
2017
Fort Vancouver students have a voice in global conversations
Pictured: front, Rebecca Batman; center, Karinna Aguas; back, Sharon Njoroge At 6:30 a.m., one hour before the school day would officially start, a small group of students gathered at Fort [...]
May
2016
Innovation award for iTech Prep
Vancouver iTech Preparatory is one of seven schools to receive the state’s Innovative Schools designation for 2016.
May
2016
A lesson in economics
The economics of supply and demand proved to be a win-win for Fort Vancouver High School’s welding and fabrication students and Harney Elementary School. Fort students built a commercial-grade steel rack to hold physical education [...]
Mar
2016
Medellin named Outstanding Music Educator
Congratulations to Ann Medellin, who recently was named the 2016 Outstanding Music Educator by the Washington state chapter of the American String Teachers Association!
Mar
2016
Patron tour to feature Columbia River High School, Discovery Middle School
On Friday, March 25, Vancouver Public Schools Superintendent Steve Webb will host his last patron tour of the 2015–2016 school year. The tour will provide an in-depth look at the dynamic learning opportunities at Columbia River High School and Discovery Middle School.
Mar
2016
Poetry in welding
Art meets craft in a poem written by a freshman at Fort Vancouver High School and first-year welding student.
Feb
2016
7 innovations from the iTech Demonstration of Learning
What do robots, Thanksgiving, bottle rockets and philosophy have in common? They’re all subjects that Vancouver iTech Preparatory students showcased at their Demonstration of Learning on Jan. 21.
Feb
2016
The best thing about a small school is…
Eight students at Vancouver Flex Academy revealed what it's like to attend a small school that offers strong support. “Teachers come to you.” —Kiana Small “It’s laid back. We can work on what we [...]
Jan
2016
6 reasons to apply for the IB program
Current and former students share their reasons for enrolling in Columbia River High School's International Baccalaureate program.
Jan
2016
#TeamVPS: Jim Jeffers
Meet Instructional Technology Facilitator and former classroom teacher Jim Jeffers.
Jan
2016
Grad success story: VSAA alum, elevated
At 6 feet 4 inches, Steven Goforth is hard to miss in a crowd. Or on a stage.
Dec
2015
Cultivating creative schools
Original source: School Administrator, December 2015 Arts are integral to our curriculum, which is why we engage students in arts-centric learning experiences and give them opportunities to select options that meet their needs and interests. Learn [...]
Nov
2015
STEM school lands national award for Vancouver Public Schools
Vancouver Public Schools is one of 30 districts nationwide and one of just three Washington districts to receive District Administration magazine’s District of Distinction award.
Oct
2015
Rowing together
Captain Ahab had the Pequod. Santiago had his skiff. The Goonies had the Inferno. A group of 16 students from Vancouver Flex Academy and iTech Preparatory had their wooden drift boat.
Jul
2015
Student engagement at iTech Prep earns state award
Vancouver iTech Preparatory has received the Washington State Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development's Student Engagement Award for 2015.
Jun
2015
Recycling reimagined: Project mushrooms into national win
First photo above, from left: Brittney Hauff, Cedric Hitzeman and Kasandra Wielenbeck show their mushrooms. Second photo: Wielenbeck, Hitzeman, Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler, teacher Steve Lorenz and Hauff receive their award in Washington, D.C. Photo courtesy [...]
Jun
2015
Students sail into lessons on solar power
Ethan danced as an overcast morning gave way to just enough light to allow the solar-powered boat he’d built with his classmate Brandy to pull ahead in the race.