Youth leaders take the national stage
Three VPS students traveled in September to Washington, D.C., for leadership activities.
Summer and fall 2018 construction and upgrades
Groundbreakings kick off construction Over the past four months, groundbreaking ceremonies for Marshall and Ogden elementaries, McLoughlin Middle School and Vancouver iTech Preparatory kicked off construction work to rebuild those schools from [...]
Truman design plans finalized
After almost 50 years as an open concept school, Truman Elementary is about to embark on its next chapter: a brand-new building.
You’re invited to Visit VPS
The Visit VPS tour will treat guests to exclusive opportunities to engage with staff and students, explore classrooms and programs and experience learning at three schools.
Testing helps teachers understand individual student progress
First- through eighth-graders are currently taking a test called i-Ready, as they do at the beginning of every school year.
Skyview senior is National Merit Scholarship semifinalist
The total number of semifinalists represents less than 1 percent of high school seniors nationwide.
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!
Ceremony kicks off construction of Vancouver iTech Preparatory
“I think it’s a great day, to be honest. Our school is starting to come true,” said junior Fahad Hamad, who started at iTech in 2013 as a sixth-grader.
Program provides students online access to Fort Vancouver Regional Library District
Connect FVRL, a partnership with Fort Vancouver Regional Library District, provides digital access to eBooks and resources for students in Vancouver Public Schools for reading and research. Students in grades nine through 12 at [...]
Last day of school year is June 18 | Español | Русский | Chuukese
Due to the delayed first day of school, changes are in effect for the 2018-19 school year calendar.
VPS teachers approve contract; school starts Sept. 5
The new contract with VEA includes 31 early release days for the school year.
Pop-up food pantries scheduled Sept. 4-7 for VPS students and families | Español | Русский
Available food items will include snacks, breakfast items, bread and bagels, lunch items, fresh produce and more.
Vancouver Public Schools and Vancouver Education Association tentatively agree on a new contract
Vancouver Public Schools and Vancouver Education Association today reached a tentative agreement on a new contract for teachers, counselors and other education professionals in the district. Schools are expected to open on Wednesday, Sept. 5., [...]
Vancouver Public Schools presents Sept. 1 teacher compensation proposal
Key points: VEA members would receive a total compensation increase of 13.6 percent from 2017-18 to 2018-19. Over three years, VEA members would receive a total compensation increase of 18.1 percent. VPS would need to [...]
Schools closed Friday, Aug. 31
Family-community resource coordinators will host food pantries and provide resources to families at five locations on Aug. 31.
Open letter to the community | Русский | Chuukese | Español
In VPS’ most recent publicly announced proposal, every single net new discretionary McCleary dollar, and more, would be invested into teacher compensation.
Schools closed Thursday, Aug. 30
Vancouver Public Schools and Vancouver Education Association will be negotiating tomorrow, August 30.
VPS update, Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2018
The following statements by the Vancouver Public Schools board president and superintendent were made at a special meeting of the board of directors on Tuesday, August 28. From School Board President Rosemary Fryer The board [...]
VPS delays opening of school due to impending teachers’ union strike
Vancouver Education Association informed Vancouver Public Schools of VEA’s decision to conduct a strike/work stoppage tomorrow, Aug. 29, on the first scheduled day of school.
VPS/VEA negotiations update, Monday, Aug. 27, 2018
Bargaining teams for Vancouver Public Schools and Vancouver Education Association met again on Monday, Aug. 27, 2018. Today, VPS and VEA worked with a state mediator for 13 hours to try to reach an agreement on [...]
VPS/VEA negotiations update, Sunday, Aug. 26, 2018
VPS and VEA worked with a state mediator for 14 hours to try to reach agreement on the remaining items to be bargained.
VPS/VEA negotiations update, Friday, Aug. 24, 2018
VPS and VEA jointly submitted a request for state mediation support in reaching an agreement on the remaining items to be bargained.
VPS/VEA negotiations update, Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018
Remaining items to be bargained include salary, professional development, planning time and class size. Bargaining teams are scheduled to meet Aug. 24 and 27. Additionally, VPS requested that VEA bargain over the weekend on Aug. 25 and 26 if a settlement is not reached by the end of the day tomorrow.
Message to VPS families, Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018
While we anticipate as of today that all schools will open on schedule, it’s important for families to be prepared for the possibility of a work stoppage/strike. Please see the “What you need to know” information in this post.
VPS/VEA negotiations update, Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2018
Progress was made on the remaining items to be bargained, including salary, professional development, planning time and class size.
You’re invited: Groundbreaking for the new iTech Prep
Hope to see you there!
VPS/VEA negotiations update, Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2018
Bargaining teams for VPS and VEA met on Tuesday, August 21, 2018. Both teams presented new salary proposals. VEA's proposal Extra work days Starting total salary Top total salary VEA 2018-19 $51,750 $97,200 [...]
After-school dance at VSAA
All third- through eighth-grade VPS students are invited to participate in this fun, free program. Find out how to enroll.
VPS/VEA negotiations update, Monday, Aug. 20, 2018
Bargaining teams for the district and VEA met on Friday, Aug. 17, 2018. Both teams presented new salary proposals. The negotiations website has been updated to reflect these new proposals. Bargaining teams are scheduled to [...]
Attendance matters | Español | Русский | Chuukese
At our school, learning begins as soon as the bell rings and continues throughout the entire day. Learn about new elementary attendance procedures for the 2018-19 school year.
Attendance matters | Español | Русский | Chuukese
At our school, learning begins as soon as the bell rings and continues throughout the entire day. Learn about new elementary attendance procedures for the 2018-19 school year.
Letter to families
The general membership of Vancouver Education Association released a ballot to its members yesterday that considers the possibility of an illegal strike, or work stoppage.
2018-19 Orchestra and band class opportunities
We are excited to announce an instrumental program for all incoming fifth-grade students! All currently enrolled fifth-grade students can apply now to participate in free band or orchestra classes this year. These [...]
New visitor management system | Español | Русский | Chuukese
Vancouver Public Schools does many things to protect the many people within our buildings. Secure entrances, safety officers, mental health support and positive behavior training are just a few of the many ways that [...]
Exciting upgrades coming to Columbia River High School | Español | Русский
Because local voters approved a bond measure in 2017, Columbia River High School will receive facility improvements.
VPS partners on exploring alternate location of downtown arts and innovation multi-use campus
The project would change the previously planned location for a new downtown elementary school.
Fresh fruit and vegetable program returns to four VPS schools
Mangos, blackberries, rainbow carrots, mini sweet peppers and star fruit are a sampling of the fresh fruits and vegetables students will be snacking on at four elementary schools in Vancouver Public Schools. VPS was awarded [...]
Facilities support staff recognized
Fourteen members of Vancouver Public Schools' facility support services department, which maintains school buildings and grounds, were honored at the department's annual seminar on June 29.
Superintendent recognized with national award for leadership in communications
Dr. Steve Webb, superintendent of Vancouver Public Schools, received the 2018 Bob Grossman Leadership in School Communications Award. The award, given by the National School Public Relations Association, was presented July 17 at the annual [...]
Communication efforts honored nationally
Communicators from around the district earned Publications and Digital Media Awards in six categories.
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.
Groundbreaking for Ogden
A large crowd turned out to celebrate Ogden's next step!
Groundbreaking for Marshall and McLoughlin
Find out what the staff and students had to say about the future of their schools!
Choi changes the game
The Columbia River High School student is the grand prize winner of Google Play's Change the Game Design Challenge.
2017-18 annual report
Read about great moments from the 2017-18 school year!
You’re invited: Groundbreaking for the new Ogden Elementary!
Ogden Elementary School will be completely rebuilt thanks to a bond measure that voters approved in 2017.
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.
Grant renewed for computer science education
The grant will fund a Vancouver program that brings coding and robotics opportunities to students in special education.
Marshall Elementary goes all in on green
Most schools attempt one or two Washington Green Schools certifications per year. Marshall Elementary achieved all six of them.
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.