Stories about middle and high schools (6-12 grades) in Vancouver Public Schools.
Aug
2019
Signs for first day of school
No time to make a sign? Use one of these for a great first-day-of-school picture!
Aug
2019
Skyview grad wins gold
After placing fourth the previous year, Justin Lindsay clinched first place in extemporaneous speaking.
Aug
2019
Vancouver educator is finalist for national history award
John Zingale’s passion for history/social studies, technology and project-based learning have enabled students to experience hands-on, individualized, project-based history.
Aug
2019
Updated immunization information
Important immunization update: A new state law revises immunization requirements for measles, mumps and rubella. As of July 2019, a new law removes the personal and philosophical option to exempt children from the MMR [...]
Aug
2019
Centro de Inscripción Escolar | ЦЕНТР РЕГИСТРАЦИИ ДЕТЕЙ В ШКОЛУ | Rechister ren Sukkun
This event assists families who are new to the district and need the help of an interpreter to register their students for school.
Aug
2019
Free after-school dance program | Sesiones gratuitas de baile después de clases | Бесплатные уроки танцев после уроков
Open to students in grades 3-8. Apply by Friday, Sept. 20, to participate.
Jul
2019
Teacher recognized for excellence in history education
Skyview High School teacher Dave Armstrong recently received one of the University of Washington’s most prestigious history awards.
Jul
2019
Skyview teacher wins Educator Impact Award
Eide provides learning support to students at Skyview High School who work best in environments outside of general education classrooms.
Jun
2019
Director will depart school board
Director Michelle Giovannozzi's resignation will become effective on July 31. Her time on the board includes many successes.
Jun
2019
Student’s suggestion chosen for new school
Seneca Christie noted that the acronym, VITA, is the Latin word for “life.”
Jun
2019
2018-19: Year in review
Dreaming big is the Vancouver way.
Jun
2019
Vancouver teen experiencing life ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow’
Skyview High School's Payton May is Miss Washington's Outstanding Teen.
Jun
2019
Flex, Home Connection named State Recognized Schools
State Recognized Schools represent the top 20% in Washington for school improvement.
Jun
2019
Designing a vision for the future
As Clark County continues to grow, how will the people who live, work and enjoy spending time here reconcile the area’s evolving identity with its rich history?
Jun
2019
Legacy of green
Nearly 40 students from Gaiser Middle School descended on Tenny Creek Neighborhood Park on an overcast June morning.
Jun
2019
Spring 2019 state sports
Congratulations to the student-athletes and their coaches!
Jun
2019
Columbia River High School broadcasters earn regional Emmy
CR Sports was honored for their broadcast of a basketball game against Ridgefield High School in January.
Jun
2019
No Monday early releases in June | Español | Русский | Chuukese
Students will get out of school at the standard time on June 3, 10 and 17.
May
2019
Where are they now?
Not everyone discovers a career-defining interest in high school, yet that’s exactly what happened to Sarah Faulkner.
May
2019
Things to do this summer
Opportunities include camps, free meals, school-readiness events and more!
May
2019
Teams earn top honors at state History Day
Ninth and eighth graders from Vancouver iTech Preparatory took first and third place, respectively.
May
2019
May 2019 Employee Excellence Awards
A physical therapist assistant, two teachers and two counselors are the recipients of this month's awards.
May
2019
Global art project celebrates the everyday heroes of Vancouver high schools
A public art installation created by and featuring photos of students from Skyview and Hudson’s Bay high schools and Vancouver School of Arts and Academics is on display at the Vancouver Community Library.
May
2019
Programs accepting more applications for next school year
Students will have a second opportunity to apply for the International Baccalaureate; Medical Arts; and Science, Math and Technology programs, as well as for Vancouver iTech Preparatory.
May
2019
The past of the future
The details were still there: colors, intricate designs, contours and even flaws and cracks in the 150-year-old items.
May
2019
Skyview teacher wins Educator of the Year honor
Tori Sharpe inspires learning and creativity through her teaching.
May
2019
Girls Lead the Way Summer Robotics Camp
Students who will be in sixth through eighth grades next school year should apply by June 14 for this summer camp.
May
2019
High school junior wins national award for music
Christian Ramirez, a double bass player from Vancouver School of Arts and Academics, earned his second consecutive recognition.
May
2019
The X factor
Robotics team harnesses diversity, collaboration to engineer results on the field and in their community.
May
2019
2019 summer arts workshops
This summer, artists may participate in a variety of activities, including dance, acting, music and the visual arts. All opportunities are offered free to students currently enrolled in Vancouver Public Schools.
May
2019
VPS high schools rank among best in Washington
U.S. News & World Report released its 2019 study of the best high schools.
Apr
2019
Students medal at 2019 SkillsUSA
Almost 60 students from Vancouver Public Schools medaled in the state competition.
Apr
2019
See the latest progress on the new iTech Prep
Watch cross-laminated timber being installed at the new school, scheduled to open in winter 2019.
Apr
2019
April 2019 Employee Excellence Awards
Four teachers and a paraeducator received Excellence Awards this month.
Apr
2019
2019 plant sales
All proceeds support FFA and programs that teach kids job skills.
Apr
2019
Young historians advance to national contest
Fifteen Vancouver students qualified for the National History Bee. Seven also qualified for the U.S. Geography Olympiad.
Apr
2019
Students honored for achievement in the arts
Three Vancouver School of Arts and Academics students are finalists in the Washington State Parent Teacher Association’s Reflections arts competition.
Apr
2019
New technology coming fall 2019 | Español | Русский
As a result of feedback, Vancouver Public Schools will provide Chromebooks instead of iPads to high school students.
Apr
2019
Tell us about your school!
Is your child excited to go to school? Do you feel welcome at your child's school? Does the school keep you well-informed about school activities? We're asking for your feedback about your child's school and [...]
Apr
2019
New Columbia River H.S. 500 wing
See renderings of the new classroom wing!
Apr
2019
Eight selected for regional Aspirations in Computing honors
All the honorees are students in Skyview High School’s Science, Math and Technology magnet program.
Apr
2019
Families invited to participate in travel survey | Encuesta de Viajes Estudiantiles
Families of students from 11 schools may be contacted.
Apr
2019
Technology for all students leads to recognition for Vancouver Public Schools
VPS is the third recipient of the award, and the first recipient from Washington state.
Mar
2019
Vancouver Public Schools honored as one of best districts for music education
VPS is one of 623 districts across the nation and one of just five in Washington state to be recognized.
Mar
2019
March 2019 Employee Excellence Awards
This month's awardees include a secretary, paraeducator, teacher, occupational therapist and mental health specialist.
Mar
2019
Information regarding disturbance at middle school basketball tournament
The incident happened on Friday night at Gaiser Middle School and involved students from several district schools.
Mar
2019
Second application period for magnet programs and programs of choice 2019
Didn’t get a chance to apply for a magnet program or program of choice? You’ll have a second chance to submit an application beginning Monday, March 18, 2019. Applications will be accepted for the [...]
Mar
2019
Vancouver students win state championships
Allison Blaine of Hudson’s Bay High School secured her second state championship in wrestling and Grace Gordon of Columbia River High School achieved a gold medal in gymnastics.
Mar
2019
Five Vancouver student artists win awards in regional high school show
The show features award-winning artwork by students from Hudson's Bay High School, Vancouver School of Arts and Academics and Fort Vancouver High School Center for International Studies.
Mar
2019
Counselor named finalist for Washington School Counselor of the Year
By the time she was in eighth grade, Kara Hecker had identified her dream job: school counseling.