Stories about middle and high schools (6-12 grades) in Vancouver Public Schools.
Jul
2021
Welcome, new hires
Welcome to some of the newest members of #TeamVPS!
Jul
2021
Updated health and safety guidance | Español | Русский
After the Department of Health's update is released, VPS will share more information about the fall 2021 return to school.
Jul
2021
Student videos highlight clean water actions
Four Vancouver Public Schools students earned top honors and prizes in the inaugural Stormwater Partners Student Video Contest.
Jul
2021
Update on school construction
Here are a few recent highlights as remodeling and construction continue throughout the district.
Jun
2021
VPS this week: 6/24/21 | Español | Русский
News to know: Free summer meals, findings and key actions from the equity audit and looking ahead to fall.
Jun
2021
Student-created history exhibit featured in national showcase
Vancouver iTech Preparatory's Jonah Campbell, Clark Hegewald and Grant Myers are the only students from Washington state represented in the showcase.
Jun
2021
Science awards
Skyview High School students earned first place in the 2021 Washington State Science and Engineering Fair.
Jun
2021
SkillsUSA state champions
Six students from Vancouver School of Arts and Academics earned first place.
Jun
2021
Students recognized for video production excellence
Students from Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Wyoming submitted more than 155 entries this year, and these VPS students earned recognition.
Jun
2021
What to know about turning in a student iPad, Chromebook or laptop for the summer | Español | Русский
Each school has developed a collection plan that has been or will be shared with students and families.
Jun
2021
VPS sudents are National Merit finalists, Merit Scholar designees
The finalists and Merit Scholars represent Columbia River and Skyview high schools.
May
2021
VPS this week: 5/27/21 | Español | Русский
News to know: Memorial Day, fall 2021 planning, summer credit recovery and more.
May
2021
VPS this week: 5/21/21 | Español | Русский
News to know: Fall 2021 planning, vaccine eligibility expands, updated mask requirement information and more.
May
2021
Fall 2021 planning | Español | Русский
Help guide our 2021-22 school year planning.
May
2021
VPS this week: 5/13/21 | Español | Русский
News to know: Summer arts workshops, Kindergarten Jump Start, 2021 graduation dates and locations and more.
May
2021
VPS this week: 5/6/21 | Español | Русский
News to know: Increased in-person learning days for grades 4-6 and 9, grab-and-go meal updated schedule for the rest of the school year and 2021 graduation dates and locations.
May
2021
May 2021 Employee Excellence Awards
This month's recipients represent Fort Vancouver and Columbia River high schools, Lincoln Elementary School and the transportation and special services departments.
Apr
2021
VPS this week: 4/28/21 | Español | Русский
News to know: Increased in-person learning days beginning May 3, remote learning attendance update, definition of COVID-19 close contacts and resources from the Virtual Future Ready Parent Workshop.
Apr
2021
Submit request to transfer into or out of Vancouver Public Schools
Parents and guardians may request that their child transfer into or out of Vancouver Public Schools for the 2021-22 school year.
Apr
2021
Update your child’s information | Español | Русский
Please take a moment, go into Family Access and update the information for each child.
Apr
2021
VPS this week: 4/21/21 | Español | Русский
Increased in-person learning days beginning May 3. See the details.
Apr
2021
Administrative changes announced for the 2021-22 school year
The following changes in administration will take place in July for the 2021-22 school year. All personnel assignments are subject to final approval by the school board. Vancouver Public Schools will open two new elementary [...]
Apr
2021
Student artwork honored in regional show
Lily Engblom-Stryker, a student at Vancouver School of Arts and Academics, was one of eight pieces selected to receive ESD 112 Awards.
Apr
2021
Nine students earn regional tech awards
Congratulations to these students from Skyview High School and Vancouver iTech Preparatory.
Mar
2021
VPS this week: 3/31/21
Planning for 3-foot physical distancing in classrooms, meals offered during spring break, culture and climate survey, Virtual Future Ready Parent Workshop.
Mar
2021
On board to help
After 22 years driving a school bus, Kelly Thompson received a helping hand when she least expected it.
Mar
2021
Bay brings home silver medal
The event challenges participants to demonstrate their knowledge of nursery and landscape development and practices.
Mar
2021
VPS this week 3/26/21
Update on physical distancing requirements and next steps. Plus, meet the new board director!
Mar
2021
Student performers earn awards
Five students from Vancouver School of Arts and Academics were recognized for their musical performances.
Mar
2021
VPS this week: 3/5/21
New superintendent, high school hybrid learning kicks off, opening on the VPS school board and upcoming culture and climate survey.
Mar
2021
Educators earn professional designation
This certification signifies that these educators have met the highest standards in their profession.
Mar
2021
We want to hear from you: Take the culture and climate survey | Español | Русский
Now is the time to share your feedback about your school: parents, guardians and students received an emailed link to take the annual VPS culture and climate survey.
Mar
2021
March 2021 Employee Excellence Awards
Learn about this month's recipients!
Mar
2021
Student-created apps rise to top of regional challenge
Students from Vancouver School of Arts and Academics and Skyview High School created the top apps in the 3rd Congressional District.
Feb
2021
VPS this week: 2/25/21
High school hybrid learning dates, health screening reminder and an update on the superintendent search.
Feb
2021
Feb
2021
Device refresh survey | Español | Русский
Parents and guardians of third through eighth grade students: Tell us about your satisfaction level with the current student iPad device.
Feb
2021
VPS this week: 2/11/21
Middle and high school hybrid learning, superintendent search community forum and winter weather.
Feb
2021
February 2021 Employee Excellence Awards
Meet this month's recipients.
Jan
2021
i-Ready test: watch the parent info webinar [VIDEO]
Students in first through eighth grade, (kindergarten is optional but strongly recommended), will be taking the winter i-Ready Diagnostic soon. Find out how to help them be successful!