A place to thrive
High schooler Mohammed Al-Jawadi is skilled at finding solutions. At finding opportunities.
VPS now: 6/14/22 | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Sharing gratitude as we end the 2021-22 school year, congratulating the class of 2022 and planning for the future.
Help us plan for the future | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Have you ever wanted to help set the direction for Vancouver Public Schools? We want to hear your input!
Congratulations, graduates! | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Leading up to graduation, we interviewed hundreds of seniors. We asked them about what worked for them and what we could improve to make school the best place it can be.
Sharing gratitude as we end the 2021-22 school year | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Thank you to our students, families and staff for your collaboration and contributions to a successful school year!
Stories connect and inspire: Author visit shows power of dreams
Seeing how students could connect strongly to author Reyna Grande and her work, interpreter Stephanie Ongtooguk, teacher Isabel Azcárraga and counselor Jane Klassen coordinated the visit.
New staff members join VPS
See some of the professionals joining schools across the district.
VPS now: 6/9/22 | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
News to know: Boundary exceptions are due June 10, June 16 is the last day of school, COVID-19 testing changes and more.
Student broadcasts among best in region
Columbia River, Skyview, Hudson’s Bay and VSAA were the only Southwest Washington schools that earned nominations.
Students recognized for videos promoting clean waterways
From the videos submitted by 83 Clark County students, works by seven VPS students were selected for prizes and recognition.
COVID-19 testing changes | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Optional COVID-19 testing for students and staff members will end in mid-June.
Two students recognized for academic achievements
Less than 1% of U.S. high school seniors earn spots in the National Merit Scholarship Program.
VPS now: 5/26/22 | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
News to know: Boundary exceptions due June 10, family survey closes May 27, openings still available in dual language programs, summer meals for students and families.
June 2022 Employee Excellence Awards
This month's recipients include two teachers, a custodian, paraeducator and Family-Community Resource Center coordinator
School safety and statement on the tragic event in Texas | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Providing safe and supportive schools for our students is so important.
Summer meals for students and families
Summer meals will be available for students thanks to our community partners.
Robotics teams bring home trophies
Thousands of teams from more than 40 countries showcased their technical, teamwork and critical thinking skills as they put their creations through a series of challenging tasks.
VPS en Español – Episodio 9
En este episodio, vea algunas actividades divertidas en las escuelas, conozca a la coordinadora de FCRC, Julie Mercado, ¡y más!
Welcome to Team VPS
Meet some of VPS' newest staff members.
Family survey coming May 16 | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Lea este mensaje en Español. Прочитать данное сообщение по-русски. Ánea nón fósun Chuuk. Vancouver Public Schools values your feedback! This May, we will be asking you to take a brief survey [...]
VPS now: 5/5/22 | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Radon testing results, Future Ready Parent Workshop materials, new last day of school year is June 16 and more!
Vancouver schools recognized among top in Washington state and nation
Several VPS schools were featured on U.S. News and World Report's 2022 list.
Changes explored for Highly Capable program
A team of VPS staff members has been reviewing the elementary program and looking for more ways to serve all highly capable students.
Radon testing results | Español | Русский | Fósun Chuuk
Results showed that radon levels are below the Environmental Protection Agency’s limit.
May 2022 Employee Excellence Awards
This month's recipients include teachers, a paraeducator, digital learning coach, building operator and TV studio staff.
Students receive Aspirations in Computing awards
Eleven Skyview High School students were named recipients of the awards that celebrate high school students’ aptitude and aspirations in technology and computing.
Plant sales 2022
Sales are open to the public. Proceeds support student clubs and classes.
VPS now: 4/14/22 | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
News to know: New last day of school year is June 16; safety procedures, including lockdowns and evacuations, and the role of district resource officers; Future Ready Parent Workshop; learning lab will introduce students to project-based learning; and more!
Last day of school year is June 16 | Español | Русский | Fósun Chuuk
Due to the weather-related closure on April 11, the following schedule is in effect for the last week of the 2021-2022 school year.
Register for kindergarten now | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
If your child will be 5 on or before Aug. 31, you can register them online or at your child’s school.
What do you appreciate about your child’s school?
Please share your thoughts about what makes school special for your child!
Future Ready Parent workshop | Español | Русский | Fósun Chuuk
Parents of students in grades 6-12: Wondering what’s next for your child? Unsure what options are available and which path your child should take? Join us for this virtual event!
April 2022 Employee Excellence Awards
This month's recipients include three teachers, a paraeducator, clerk, Family-Community Resource Center coordinator and principal.
VPS en Español – Episodio 8
En este episodio, hablaremos sobre los cambios e información actualizada sobre el COVID, conocerá a Denisse Barba subdirectora de la escuela primaria Anderson, quien nos habló sobre el mes de la mujer. También verá como los estudiantes de las escuelas Sarah J Anderson y Jaason Lee aprender sobre las discapacidades. Y Conocerá a Amalia Franco, Coordinadora de Recursos para la familia y la comunidad en la escuela secundaria Discovery.
Students dominate winter state competitions
See state champions and student-athletes who placed in the top 10 in bowling, basketball, wrestling, swimming and gymnastics.
VPS now: 3/29/22 | Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
News to know: Still time to apply for specialty programs, important dates to know, absences due to religious holidays and more.
Still time to apply for specialty programs | Español | Русский | Fósun Chuuk
Several VPS programs are again accepting applications for the 2022-23 school year. Deadlines vary, so apply now!
Provide your input on naming the field at Columbia River High School | Español
Proposed names will go to the VPS board of directors for final approval.
Apply now for Spanish/English dual language program | Español | Русский
Do you want your child to learn to speak and read in Spanish and English? If your child will be in kindergarten in the 2022-23 school year, enroll them in the Spanish/English dual language program.
Student artwork lauded in regional art show
Vancouver students from Skyview High School and Vancouver School of Arts and Academics earned recognition.