Student artwork earns regional recognition
Several VPS students earned honors in the ESD 112’s Southwest Washington Regional High School Art Show!
Mar
2024
Apr
2020
iTech’s Zingale earns national award
History teacher John Zingale brings the past to life for his middle school students at Vancouver iTech Preparatory. His hands-on teaching style recently earned Zingale the distinction of top middle school history teacher in the country, an award given by the Sons of the American Revolution.
Apr
2020
VPS again honored as one of best districts for music education
This is the second year of recognition for music education.
Apr
2020
Seven Vancouver schools earn awards from the State Board of Education
Seven Vancouver schools are among 24 honored schools from Southwest Washington and 391 statewide.
Oct
2019
District custodian, volunteer honored
Find out who the 2019 "Real Heroes" are in Vancouver Public Schools
Dec
2018
VPS recognized for professional mentoring program
Recognizing that school principals are not digital natives like their young students, Vancouver Public Schools' team of instructional technology facilitators developed a program to train school administrators as edtech leaders in their schools. The program, [...]
Jul
2018
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 [...]
Dec
2017
Student musicians named to top performance groups
Students were selected from McLoughlin and Thomas Jefferson middle schools; Columbia River, Fort Vancouver, Hudson's Bay and Skyview high schools; and Vancouver School of Arts and Academics.
Jun
2017
VSAA named Exemplary School
The honor is given to Arts Schools Network members that meet the principles of exemplary practice.
Jun
2017
Vocal music director honored with national award
Vancouver School of Arts and Academics’ Margaret Green is one of only five recipients and the only winner from Washington state or the West Coast.
Jun
2017
Staff honored nationally for communications
School and district communicators received six Publications and Electronic Media Awards and a Golden Achievement Award from the National School Public Relations Association.
Jun
2017
Focus on fitness delivers awards for three elementary schools
Congratulations to Walnut Grove, Felida and Truman elementary schools!
Jun
2017
Fruit Valley educator designated Teacher of the Week
Dinah Nguyen, a fourth-grade teacher at Fruit Valley Community Learning Center, is a top-notch educator and coach.
Jun
2017
Gaiser student films dominate festival
Gaiser represented seven out of the 11 films selected for the middle school category of the festival, and two student films won awards.
Jun
2017
The future of history: Students demonstrate knowledge in national competition
No need to tell these kids about history. They're experts in it—and they've got the accolades to prove it!
Jun
2017
Young women honored for excellence in science, math and tech
The honorees were selected based on their performance and promise in the fields of science, math and technology.
May
2017
Teacher is finalist for Prize for Excellence in Education
The contest honors local educators making an impact on students, families and colleagues.
May
2017
Three students earn art accolades
Three VPS students earned recognition in the 2017 Washington state Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.
May
2017
River student wins Southwest Washington Congressional Art Competition
Christine Choi's work, “Unity,” will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.
May
2017
Outstanding librarian honored
Traci Chun was chosen from among several candidates for clearly demonstrating outstanding contributions to school libraries.
May
2017
Fourth Washington Achievement Award for Eisenhower Elementary
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary School is one of 280 schools statewide and one of 11 schools in the Educational Service District 112 region to receive a 2016 Washington Achievement Award.
May
2017
Symphony hits all the right notes
This accomplished young violinist already has built an impressive resume of awards and high-profile performances.
May
2017
At state competition, a demonstration of career and technical skills
Hudson’s Bay, Fort Vancouver, Columbia River and Skyview high schools and Vancouver School of Arts and Academics all won at least one gold medal.
Apr
2017
Young historians put their knowledge of the past to the test
Seventeen elementary and middle school students from Vancouver Public Schools competed in the regional History Bee held at Columbia River High School.
Apr
2017
Alki building operator wins Green Apple Award
Under Steve Horton's leadership, the school’s Environmental Club has directed a drastic reduction in waste over the past 12 years.
Mar
2017
Displays of knowledge bring honors at regional, state competitions
Hudson's Bay, Columbia River and Skyview high schools earn top spots in the regional and state Knowledge Bowl competitions.
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
Local, state honors for student musicians
Musicians from around the district recently were honored for their talents.
Mar
2017
Leaders nominated for Marshall Youth Award
Nine of the 22 Clark County high school seniors who are nominated for the 2017 General George C. Marshall Youth Leadership Award are from Vancouver schools.
Mar
2017
Four student-artists draw awards
Four VPS students were among the award winners at the 2017 Southwest Washington Regional High School Art Show.
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
Students recite great poems in regional contest
Isabella Daltoso of Vancouver School of Arts and Academics is one of two top finishers in the Southwest Washington Regional Poetry Out Loud contest. Fort Vancouver High School senior Sullivan Gui also competed.
Nov
2016
Two seniors selected for youth-leadership conference
Fort Vancouver High School seniors Luna Garcia and Maria Hernandez were selected to represent the Pacific Northwest at the Washington Youth Leadership Seminar.
Nov
2016
VPS named top digital district by Learning Counsel
Vancouver Public Schools has been named a Top Digital District for 2016 by the Learning Counsel, a research institute that provides information, training and support for schools on digital content and instruction. The honor recognizes [...]
Oct
2016
Donation revs up learning
Dick Hannah Subaru representatives recently presented Truman Elementary School with a $8,400 check.
Oct
2016
With a little bit of luck and a lot of hard work, Mac students claim silver medal
Two McLoughlin Middle School seventh-graders nabbed the silver medal in the BitOlympics, an international electronic building block competition.
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
Two seniors named National Merit Semifinalists
Connor Rasmussen, Skyview High School, and Nicholas Neathamer, Columbia River High School, were named Semifinalists in the 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program.