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Vision and Mission

Vision:
Together, entrusted with and accountable for the success of each student.

Mission:
Creating a supportive and welcoming environment for student success, our schools and community will collaborate to ensure all students become self- reliant, well-rounded, and productive citizens through a broad range of opportunities.

Our Goals are to assure that:
Each student will develop a strong academic foundation that includes the arts, health, technology, and second language skills.

Each student will develop the ability to use time effectively, think critically, work cooperatively, and utilize a variety of skills to solve real world problems.

Each student will develop civic and cultural understanding, an appreciation of diversity, and an ability to engage in civil discourse within a democratic society.

Each student will develop an understanding of life-long fitness and the skills needed to make healthy choices.

Each student will develop effective written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and communicating to a variety of audiences, and demonstrate positive and appropriate social interaction.

Each student will leave high school ready to assume adult responsibilities, manage resources, successfully apply for opportunities, live independently, collaborate as a member of a team, and commit to hard work.

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• Phoenix on Fire for March: Robyn Ruth (posted 3-6-2014)
  Excelsior High School, Washougal’s alternative school, is proud to announce the March Student of the Month or “Phoenix on Fire”, Robyn Ruth! Robyn has a great work ethic, remarkable grades and is looking forward to starting running start at Clark College this spring. Robyn consistently displays the character traits below that we hope to instill in every Phoenix at Excelsior: Inspiring, Responsible, Respectful, have Great attendance, an Excellent Work Ethic, and a Positive Attitude. Congratulations Robyn!
  
  
• Rotary Scholar of the Month for February: Taylor Brown (posted 2-21-2014)
  Taylor Brown has been selected as the Camas Washougal Rotary Scholar of the Month for February 2014. Taylor is a sophomore at Washougal High School and has a 4.0 GPA. Bruce Stanton, Taylor's Honors Chemistry teacher simply states "she is an excellent honors Chemistry student," a sentiment many other teachers shared. Rochelle Aiton, WHS Spanish teacher, notes that Taylor "comes to school with a determined attitude and a skip in her step." She adds that "she consistently does all of her homework with attention to detail and a smile on her face."
  
  Kelly Ritter, WHS Band teacher, reports that "Taylor is a clarinet player in Symphonic Band and Pep Band. She is a hardworking, pleasant young lady with a very bright future!" Taylor's teacher Rachel Webb shared that Taylor is a tenacious young lady who is not afraid to stand up for what is right. Taylor is a strong willed person with determination and learning as her primary concern." Taylor is the daughter of Don and Melissa Swanson. Congratulations Taylor!
  
  
• WHS Students Selected for All-State Conference and Honor Groups (posted 2-18-2014)
  The WMEA/WIAA All-State Conference and Honor Groups took place this weekend in Yakima, Wa. Students submitted an audition recording and competed against thousands of high school students from Washington state for placement in the honor groups. WHS had SEVEN musicians selected. They rehearsed over three days and had a Gala Performance on Sunday. Congratulations to:
  
  Allix Fisher - All-State Wind Ensemble
  Nick Stevens - All State Wind Ensemble
  Mac Wright - All State Symphonic Choir
  Zoe West - All State Treble Choir
  Bret Wade - All State Symphonic Choir
  Sonja Adams - All State Symphonic Choir
  Austin Smith-Brown - All State Symphonic Choir
  
  
• Thank You For Supporting Washougal Students! (posted 2-11-2014)
  On February 11, Washougal voters approved the renewal of two levies to support our educational program and continue the excellent work happening in our classrooms. Election totals showed our Maintenance and Operations levy with 58.01% approval and our Technology Levy with a 61.04% approval. On behalf of the Washougal School District and our 3,077 students, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you!
  
  By supporting the renewal of these levies, voters have shown their commitment to education and students in the Washougal community. Your support will allow us to continue the educational program with increasing enrollment, and fund expanded learning opportunities and programs, such as all-day kindergarten across the district, summer school, instructional coaches and safety improvements.
  
  The Washougal School District will continue to offer a strong educational foundation that prepares students to compete in a digital world and to succeed in college or a career upon graduation.
  
  Our district will continue to be a responsible steward of taxpayer dollars by maximizing resources and making decisions that put children first.
  
  I look forward to continued success and watching our students benefit from the programs and services that these levy dollars will provide.
  
  Again, thank you for supporting our students!
  
  Sincerely,
  
  Dawn Tarzian
  Superintendent
  
  
• WHS Students Participate in Regional Food Competition Sponsored by Sodexo (posted 2-14-2014)
  WHS Culinary Arts teacher Mary Walker coached a group of WHS students in a regional food competition sponsored by Sodexo Food Services. The event, held in Battle Ground, featured teams from local high schools, who were all competing to put together the best plate of "street tacos" for a panel of judges. To see results and photos from the event, please click here.
  
  
• Emergency Closures Linked on Emergency Info Page (posted 2-10-2014)
  When the Washougal School District is having a 2 hour late start, early release, or other weather related closure, the information will be posted on the Emergency Info page, linked in the upper right corner of our website.
  
  
  
• Videos Highlighting Instructional Program in Washougal (posted 1-27-2013)
  The Washougal School District has produced two videos to help inform patrons about the amazing work going on in Washougal's schools. They are based on the work in the Washougal Commitment, a document that states our mission and vision, which were created through the year long community visioning process.
  
  

  Click here to watch a video showcasing the great work our students and staff are doing.		Click here to look at how our students are using powerful, 21st Century learning tools in their classrooms.

  
  
• Superintendent's Message about Winter Weather (posted 11-20-2013)
  Dear Parents and Guardians, As local temperatures start to drop, we are reminded that the winter weather has begun and careful attention must be given to safe travel to and from school. Two hour late starts are needed when hazardous road conditions exist. These conditions can be experienced District-wide or just in the higher elevations in the eastern part of the District. To find details about our process for 2 hour late starts, early release, or snow closure, please click here.
  
  
• DSHS Subsidies Accepted at NEW Hathaway School Child Care (posted 10-3-2013)
  Beginning Monday, October 7th, SWCCC (Southwest Washington Child Care Consortium) at Hathaway will partner with our SPACE program at Gause to provide before and after school care for district K-5th grade students.
  
  Unlike SPACE, SWCCC accepts DSHS subsidies and is open on non-school days. Our hope is that families will feel supported by having this new option for their young students.
  
  Families can enroll in one or both programs. SPACE students can attend SWCCC on non-school days. The all-day (6:30AM-6:00PM) SWCCC non-school day fee is $30.00. Hourly rates are the same at both programs for non-subsidized students.
  
  SPACE and SWCCC offer a safe, enriching environment, homework help, reading time, recreation opportunities, breakfast and snacks. Both location hours are 6:30AM until school starts and after school until 6:00PM. Each site is open to students from all three WSD elementary schools.
  
  Please call 360-954-3889 to enroll in the new SWCCC child care program. To see if you qualify for childcare assistance call 1-877-980-9180. If you have questions contact Mandy Cervantes at 360-954-3889 or email: cc.hathaway@esd112.org.
  
  
  
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  Non-Discrimination Policy

  Washougal School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

  Title IX Officer: Allan Fleck
  4855 Evergreen Way
  Washougal, WA  98671  
  (360) 954-3021

  ADA Coordinator: Allan Fleck
  4855 Evergreen Way
  Washougal, WA  98671  
  (360) 954-3021

  Section 504 coordinator: Allan Fleck
  4855 Evergreen Way
  Washougal, WA  98671  
  (360) 954-3021