Stories about middle and high schools (6-12 grades) in Vancouver Public Schools.
Sep
2020
Students earn National Merit Semifinalist status
The nationwide pool of semifinalists represents less than 1% of U.S. high school seniors.
Sep
2020
How stories and connections inspire an award-winning educator
While science is her discipline, she is like every great storyteller unbound by the constraints of a single genre.
Jun
2020
Columbia River students win 2020 regional broadcasting award
Their win in the sports-live event category was announced on June 6.
Jun
2020
Statement on racial inequity and injustice | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Educators have an elevated level of responsibility to be leaders in this change.
Jun
2020
Student artwork selected for State Superintendent’s High School Art Show
The show featured visual art and dance by Vancouver students.
Jun
2020
How particle physics could preserve marine ecosystems
A team from Skyview High School was shortlisted for an international physics competition that could give them the opportunity to conduct leading research.
May
2020
Band director is quarterfinalist for Grammy Music Educator Award
Tim Heichelheim has earned legacy candidate status.
May
2020
Knowledge Bowl team is top 10 qualifier for national competition
Many of the team members are graduating seniors and were not interested in ending their season early.
May
2020
Students recognized for excellence in video game development
Students at Skyview High School began working on their award-winning games, Diver City and Robovania, last fall.
May
2020
Educator, students honored for computer science achievements
Thirteen students representing three different schools and teacher Kim Hansen were honored.
May
2020
Artists earn regional recognition
Five Vancouver Public Schools students earned honors in the Educational Service District 112 Regional High School Art Show.
May
2020
Wrestler achieves rare three-peat
Allison Blaine is the fourth Clark County athlete to clinch three wrestling championships and only the second Vancouver Public Schools wrestler to accomplish this feat.
Apr
2020
High school junior receives national award for volunteerism
Skyview High School’s Erin Ryan raised more than $210,000 last school year to fund research on a cure for childhood cancer.
Apr
2020
Vancouver educator named Washington School Counselor of the Year
A counselor at Discovery Middle School for more than a decade, Megan Bledsoe uses data to monitor student progress and determine where additional support might be needed.
Apr
2020
Four Vancouver high schools among top in state, country
All four schools have appeared on the list in previous years.
Mar
2020
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
2020
Programs accepting more applications for next school year
Students have a second opportunity to apply for some magnet programs and programs of choice!
Mar
2020
VPS committee hears consultant’s report on discipline equity
VPS formed the steering committee to seek input and guidance from staff and community members in response to the Washington State Attorney General’s Office investigation of disproportionate discipline in the district.
Feb
2020
February 2020 Employee Excellence Awards
This month's recipients include a secretary, teacher, assistant superintendent, paraeducator and associate principal.
Feb
2020
Discovery student serves as legislative page
Eighth-grader William Clark served as a page in the Washington state House of Representatives.
Feb
2020
VSAA student advances to state Poetry Out Loud contest
Regional co-champion Yeshi Berry performed "How to Triumph Like a Girl" by Ada Limón and "American Smooth" by Rita Dove.
Feb
2020
Dedication of new Vancouver iTech Preparatory set for Feb. 20
The school’s location on the Washington State University Vancouver campus is unique in the state and supports iTech’s early college model with access to college classes.
Feb
2020
Novel idea: Reading mentorships start a new chapter
One by one the high schoolers pair up with second graders and find a spot at one of the long tables.
Jan
2020
Parent know-how: Get messages
Follow these steps to begin receiving emails, text messages and/or phone calls from your child's school and the school district.
Jan
2020
New to #TeamVPS
Vancouver Public Schools is pleased to welcome these new educators!
Jan
2020
Bay student wins app challenge
Jump Quest is based on parkour, and Christopher Gilbert turned to his fellow students for beta testing.
Jan
2020
Eighteen educators achieve prestigious certification
The number of National Board–certified educators in VPS is now 148.
Jan
2020
January 2020 Employee Excellence Awards
A nurse, teacher, family-community resource coordinator, theater manager and principal are this month's Excellence Awardees.
Dec
2019
Student film earns festival honors
Vancouver School of Arts and Academics students took third place in the 48-hour category of the 2019 National Film Festival for Talented Youth.
Dec
2019
Columbia River girls’ soccer team is 2A state champion
This is the team's second 2A state championship in four years.
Dec
2019
Musicians invited to join All-State bands, choirs and orchestras
Vancouver students recently earned spots among some of the state's most talented youth musicians.
Dec
2019
December 2019 Employee Excellence Awards
Two paraeducators and three teachers are this month's recipients.
Dec
2019
Student musician earns YoungArts honorable mention
High school senior Christian Ramirez received an honorable mention in the jazz/double bass category.
Nov
2019
A happy return
It's rare to get an overdue library book back after several years.
Nov
2019
Senior selected for Senate Youth Scholarship award
Columbia River High School's Noel Sims was nominated for this prestigious award.
Nov
2019
New educators in Vancouver Public Schools
Welcome to our new educators!
Nov
2019
Teacher recognized for outstanding science education
Dr. Erin Lark instills in students a love of science that will stay with them for the rest of their lives.
Oct
2019
Class of 2020 graduation ceremonies
See when and where the class of 2020 will graduate!
Oct
2019
Vancouver Public Schools is committed to improving student disciplinary practices
VPS is taking steps to examine and refine its disciplinary policies and practices after a 2018-19 investigation by the Washington state attorney general’s office identified disproportionate outcomes.
Oct
2019
High school broadcasters vie for National Student Production Award
The crew from Columbia River High School is nominated in the Sports-Live Event category.
Oct
2019
Honoring Directors Fryer and Giovannozzi
Everyone is invited to a celebration on Nov. 7!
Oct
2019
National recognition for ten students
Students from Columbia River and Skyview high schools were honored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
Oct
2019
October 2019 Employee Excellence Awards
Two clerks, two teachers and a teacher-librarian are this month's winners.
Sep
2019
Three schools share improvement efforts, outcomes
“Our 2018 extended grad rate is forecast to hit 89 percent,” said Superintendent Steve Webb, who noted that the 2018 graduation rates for almost all student groups are comparable to or exceed equivalent state graduation rates.
Sep
2019
Money for your future
Unsure about what you want to do after high school? Looking to go to college, a technical or trade school or a training or certificate program? Get money for your future!
Sep
2019
Columbia River grad selected to study in Taiwan
Symphony Koss received a National Security Language Initiative for Youth scholarship from the U.S. Department of State.
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.
Sep
2019
Welcome to #TeamVPS
Meet the certificated staff members who recently joined the district.
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.