Stories about the employees of Vancouver Public Schools.
Mar
2017
VPS students dominate science and engineering fair
Students from Vancouver Public Schools were awarded first place in three of the four overall categories.
Mar
2017
Robotics team earns highest tournament honors
Atomic Raven Force bested 50 competitors and took home the Excellence Award.
Mar
2017
Vancouver community schools model will be featured at national conference
Superintendent Steve Webb and Chief of Staff Tom Hagley will present two EdTalk sessions on the district’s community schools focus and work to support families and remove barriers to learning.
Mar
2017
‘Welcome here in this school’
The new mural at Hudson's Bay High School is a picture of diversity.
Mar
2017
Local, state honors for student musicians
Musicians from around the district recently were honored for their talents.
Mar
2017
Open letter to the community from Superintendent Steve Webb
Bullying or any form of harassment in Vancouver Public Schools is not acceptable and will not be tolerated.
Mar
2017
State laws, district policies will continue to protect transgender students
A statement from the state superintendent assures that Washington schools will treat transgender students "consistent with the student's gender identity." Washington state law continues to protect transgender students from discrimination in school, in spite of [...]
Mar
2017
Student-athletes find success at winter state championships
See who placed in the top 10 at state in swimming, gymnastics, bowling and wrestling!
Mar
2017
Vancouver uses global strategies to address its cultural diversity
Representatives from Vancouver Public Schools recently were invited to the 2017 AASA National Conference on Education to share best practices with other educators
Mar
2017
At Franklin, kindness abounds
Teaching kids not to be bullies is one thing. But how about teaching them to be kind?
Mar
2017
February 2017 Employee Excellence Awards
Meet the staff members who were selected by a committee of their peers to receive Employee Excellence Awards in February 2017.
Feb
2017
Top 2017 regional SkillsUSA contestants announced
The top three competitors will advance to the state competition in Yakima, Washington, in March 2017.
Feb
2017
Skyview bell ringers a resounding success
With a little teamwork, Skyview set a national high school record in funds raised by bell ringing for the Salvation Army during the 2016 holiday season.
Feb
2017
Quick response with an AED saves Vancouver student’s life
When a Hudson's Bay High School student's heart stopped during wrestling practice, the staff sprang into action.
Feb
2017
Vancouver’s mobilization of resources earns national award
Taking outreach services on the road has earned Vancouver Public Schools a Magna Awards 2017 Grand Prize, given by the National School Boards Association.
Feb
2017
Alumni award grants to Fort Vancouver High School
The funds will support students' learning and the overall school culture in a variety of ways.
Jan
2017
School election is Tuesday, February 14
Ballots were mailed to voters who live within the district's boundaries on Friday, Jan. 27. The election is Tuesday, Feb. 14.
Jan
2017
Monday, January 30, is a school day
Students and staff should report to schools on Monday, Jan. 30, 2017, on a regular schedule.
Jan
2017
Vancouver School District’s magnet programs tempt middle, high school students with specialized studies, hands-on training
The Welding/Fabrication Technology program at Fort Vancouver High School is one of the options that students have to learn through doing and explore their unique interests.
Jan
2017
January 2017 Employee Excellence Awards
Meet the four staff members who were selected by a committee of their peers to receive Employee Excellence Awards in January 2017.
Jan
2017
First semester extended
Learn how the first semester has been impacted by weather-related closures.
Dec
2016
Newly National Board–certified teachers
Congratulations to the three teachers who have earned one of the education profession’s highest achievements!
Dec
2016
December 2016 Employee Excellence Awards
This month's winners represent Salmon Creek and Walnut Grove elementary schools and the facilities planning department!
Dec
2016
Family fun, learning offered at STEAM Maker Fair
Learners of all ages are invited to attend Vancouver iTech Preparatory’s upcoming Maker Fair!
Nov
2016
VPS student-athletes claim victory, success in state tournaments
Vancouver Public Schools was represented well in the fall 2016 state tournaments.
Nov
2016
November 2016 Employee Excellence Awards
Congratulations to the winners of the November 2016 Employee Excellence Awards!
Nov
2016
Hudson’s Bay students pilot leadership cycle
Students from Hudson's Bay High School recently completed a pilot program that positions them as leaders in the cycling community.
Nov
2016
Top 12 facts about the bond measure
Learn about the bond measure that will appear on the Feb. 14, 2017, special election ballot.
Nov
2016
Reimagining Lieser Campus
See the two concepts that planning teams of staff members and architects developed for the Lieser Campus!
Nov
2016
Thomas Jefferson MS featured in Clark County Green Schools video
Learn how the Green Schools movement is helping schools, including many in VPS, create sustainable communities and foster environment-friendly habits.
Oct
2016
Graduate success story: Forward momentum
Three-time Olympian Kara Winger (formerly Patterson) has spent half of her lifetime throwing the javelin, from her days at Skyview High School to her recent Olympic showing in Rio de Janeiro, where she narrowly missed qualifying for the final round.
Oct
2016
Donation revs up learning
Dick Hannah Subaru representatives recently presented Truman Elementary School with a $8,400 check.
Oct
2016
October 2016 Employee Excellence Awards
Four employees were selected for the October 2016 Excellence Award recognition. They were honored at the Oct. 25 school board meeting.
Oct
2016
Reimagining Columbia River High School
With input from students, staff, parents and the community, staff members and architects worked together to develop three architectural concepts that would help Columbia River High School overcome its facility-related challenges.
Oct
2016
At King, college is core
Washington State University Vancouver student Adriana Benitez stood in front of teacher Katherine Howard’s fifth-grade class at King Elementary. “How many of you are excited to go to college?” she asked.
Oct
2016
Shifting bus culture
Every time he pulls up to a school, bus driver John Ringold says the same thing to his young passengers: “I’m proud of you and I care about you. Please be safe, respectful, responsible and cooperative. Thank you and have a wonderful day. You’re awesome.”
Oct
2016
Franklin Elementary is School of Distinction
Franklin Elementary is one of six schools in the Educational Service District 112 region and among 94 schools in the state that recently were named Schools of Distinction.
Oct
2016
Harney community leads with a path to learning and fun
Fourth-grade teacher Bernardo Rodriguez didn't mind getting a little wet at the Harney Elementary School carnival. He willingly sat under a dangling water balloon while students lined up for a chance to hit a [...]
Oct
2016
Kindergarten teacher is Educator of the Week
Minnehaha Elementary teacher Amy Cameron was named K103 Portland's Educator of the Week!
Oct
2016
Rumors of clown threats and sightings
Students in some of our schools are reporting that they have heard rumors about clown threats. Vancouver Public Schools administrators and educators are working with our neighboring school districts and local law enforcement to ensure the safety of our students and staff members.