Stories about middle and high schools (6-12 grades) in Vancouver Public Schools.
Jul
2018
Communication efforts honored nationally
Communicators from around the district earned Publications and Digital Media Awards in six categories.
Jul
2018
As need soars, schools rally behind families in Vancouver, Wash. — and other cities take notice
VPS' network of Family-Community Resource Centers is a promising approach to boosting family engagement and addressing poverty's effects on learning.
Jul
2018
Groundbreaking for Marshall and McLoughlin
Find out what the staff and students had to say about the future of their schools!
Jul
2018
Choi changes the game
The Columbia River High School student is the grand prize winner of Google Play's Change the Game Design Challenge.
Jun
2018
Summer bond projects extend play opportunities
Playgrounds at 13 elementary schools are getting new rubberized surfaces and fields at four high schools are under construction this summer.
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
Hudson’s Bay teacher receives grant for agriculture science education
Amy Carpenter was awarded $12,000 to advance agriculture science education.
Jun
2018
2018 things to do this summer
Opportunities include camps, free meals, school-readiness events and more!
Jun
2018
Recent grad to attend prestigious science camp
Noah Beltran, a recent graduate of Fort Vancouver High School Center for International Studies and former Clark College Running Start student, is one of only two Washington state students selected.
Jun
2018
Top 10 at spring 2018 state championships
See the state champs from around the district!
Jun
2018
Teacher librarian receives grant for media literacy curriculum
Columbia River High School teacher librarian Shana Ferguson was awarded a Fulbright Distinguished Award in Teaching grant.
Jun
2018
You’re invited: Groundbreaking for the new Marshall and McLoughlin
Both schools will be completely rebuilt in the next few years.
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.
Jun
2018
Baseball team recognized for academics
Skyview earned the 4A State Academic Achievement Award for their collective 3.71 GPA.
May
2018
Leaders lift school
Leadership, the students say, starts small.
May
2018
Actions speak louder than words
Tariq is like most students, but in one way he is different.
May
2018
Inside and outside the library, portraits tell a story
“We’re a caring school. We work toward getting that bond,” said senior Dean Imel.
May
2018
Pathway expands Spanish language learning opportunities
The class is a pre-AP Spanish seminar taught entirely in Spanish, a language these students have been studying for years.
May
2018
May 2018 Employee Excellence Awards
Two teachers, a paraeducator, a teacher mentor and a mental health specialist are this month's winners.
May
2018
Graduate success story: Because she’s brave
A Skyview alum overcomes her past through optimism and compassion. Plus, learn about Positive Alternative to School Suspension Coordinator Eric Silvey.
May
2018
Middle schooler moves legislators
Meet William Clark, a young leader from Discovery Middle School. Plus, learn about Carrie Newton, one of his favorite teachers.
May
2018
New turf fields coming to Columbia River, Fort Vancouver, Hudson’s Bay and Skyview high schools
Work is expected to be completed at all high school fields by fall 2018.
May
2018
Designs finalized for Marshall, McLoughlin
Take a virtual tour of the new schools!
May
2018
Silver medal for iTech Prep
The magnet school is one of the 20 best high schools in the state of Washington.
May
2018
Students display historical knowledge
Approximately 60 elementary and middle school students from Vancouver Public Schools made the cut for the National History Bee.
May
2018
From Vancouver to India
Freshman Andrew Douglas was selected to participate in the U.S. Department of State’s National Security Language Initiative for Youth.
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.
May
2018
A beautiful impact
Orpheus, a live event featuring honest, compelling, original stories, returns for the fifth year.
May
2018
Students bring home accolades from state skills-based contest
Congratulations to Fort Vancouver, Columbia River, Hudson's Bay and Skyview high schools and Vancouver School of Arts and Academics!
May
2018
Dance education on display at festival
"The variety of dancers and styles of dance that we get to see in the festival is really special,” said teacher Sheyla Mattos.
Apr
2018
2018 plant sales
All proceeds support FFA and programs that teach kids job skills.
Apr
2018
Honor band concert draws top middle school musicians
Some of the district's top middle school musicians will be joined onstage by fifth-graders who participate in a before-school music program.
Apr
2018
April 2018 Employee Excellence Awards
This month's winners include two teachers, two district resource officers and a specialist in the human resources department.
Apr
2018
Coming in winter 2019: The new iTech Prep
A single facility on the Washington State University Vancouver campus will serve sixth through 12th grades.
Apr
2018
2018 summer arts workshops
This summer, artists may participate in a variety of activities, including dance, acting, music and the visual arts. All opportunities are taught by certified teachers and are offered free to students currently enrolled in Vancouver Public Schools.
Apr
2018
Two students honored for achievements in technology
Congratulations to Annika Epperly and Ojasvi Kamboj for earning regional recognition from the National Center for Women and Information Technology!
Mar
2018
Vitamente Sinfonietta earns top honors
Vancouver School of Arts and Academics' top orchestra and performing groups earned more awards than any other school at an orchestra festival on March 17.
Mar
2018
March 2018 Employee Excellence Awards
Two teachers, a certified occupational therapy assistant, a paraeducator and clerk are this month's winners.
Mar
2018
Second application period for magnet programs and programs of choice
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 Friday, March 30, 2018. Applications will be accepted for the [...]
Mar
2018
Bell ringers lead the way
For the third year in a row, Skyview High School students set an "incredi-bell" national record for fundraising for the Salvation Army.
Mar
2018
Top 10 at state in winter championships
Congratulations to these student-athletes and their coaches!
Mar
2018
Last day of school year is June 18 | Español | Русский | Chuukese
Find out what changes are in effect for the end of the 2017-18 school year.
Mar
2018
Advanced Placement testing free to students | Español | Русский | Chuukese
All registrations close Friday, March 9.
Mar
2018
Honoring one another
“We’re like a family,” said senior Carmen Chacon of her peers in the Culinary Arts program.
Feb
2018
February 2018 Employee Excellence Awards
A visual art specialist, custodian, teacher, clerk and teacher librarian are this month's winners.
Feb
2018
Safety in Vancouver Public Schools | Español | Русский
We are vigilant and proactive when it comes to our children's safety and have clear plans and procedures to deal with threats and other emergency situations.
Feb
2018
Twenty-seven teachers receive leading certification
This year's group of National Board-certified teachers is the district's largest.
Feb
2018
Outstanding teens recognized
Two Skyview students earned top awards in the Miss Clark County Outstanding Teen Pageant.
Feb
2018
Solid, honest connections to every student: Focus on counselors
What does a school counselor do? The answer may surprise you.
Feb
2018
Free SAT testing for all high school juniors | Español | Русский | Chuukese
The SAT will be offered during the school day on Wednesday, March 7, 2018.