Dear Jemtegaard Families and Community,

Welcome to Jemtegaard Middle School!

My name is David Cooke, and I am proud to serve as Principal of JMS. This is my 13th year leading this wonderful school and my 21st year as a middle school principal. It is an honor to serve the students and families of the Washougal community—a community I am also grateful to call home.

At JMS, our motto is simple but powerful: “JMS, You Got This, We Got You.” These words guide everything we do and reflect the heart of our school.

  • You Got This – Whether you are a student, staff member, or parent, we believe in your ability to succeed. Middle school can be challenging, especially for students as they navigate these important years. But we know they are capable of thriving, growing, and achieving great things. Families, we know the journey isn’t always easy for you either—but you’ve got this too.
  • We Got You – Nobody walks this path alone. At JMS, students and families are supported not only by our dedicated staff but also by the entire Washougal community. There is no better place to experience what true support looks like than right here. We understand the responsibility of raising and educating children, and we do not take that lightly. Please reach out to us—we are here to walk alongside you and your child every step of the way.

Together, we will make these middle school years a time of growth, discovery, and success.

JMS, You Got This. We Got You.

Go Huskies!

David Cooke

Principal

Jemtegaard Middle School

[email protected]

(360) 954-3401