Clark County School Closures and Delays

Is My School Closed?

Updated 1/16/2012: Will it snow in Clark County? And, if it does, many residents, both young and not so young, wanna know, “Is school going to be closed or delayed?”

“The decision to close schools or delay opening them is not taken lightly. The priority is always the safety of students and staff.” Transportation crews begin driving routes as early as 3 am on days of inclement weather; and that information, along with advice from a meteorologist are all taken into … [Continue reading this Article]

Clark County Skills Center Drive to Succeed

The Race is On.

The Clark County Skills Center Automotive Technology Class is in the running to win $25,000 towards a shop overhaul; they’ve already done all the work, you just need to “LIKE” it. Voting opened today (January 11, 2012) and ends Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 11 am.

Here’s how we (and that includes you) can help: Log in to Facebook, go to the UTI Foundation Facebook page and “Like” it, click the “Auto Shop Video” tab on the left, then “VOTE” for … [Continue reading this Article]

Goddard School to Open in Salmon Creek

Vancouver Innovative Learning Program.

The Goddard School, located at 13201 NE 27th Avenue in the Salmon Creek area of Vancouver, is scheduled to open summer 2012; offering early childhood education, and childcare, for children ages six weeks to six years old.

“The new state-of-the-art 8,000 square foot building is conveniently situated between Legacy Salmon Creek Hospital and Washington State University Vancouver, near the junctions of both Interstate 5 and Interstate 205; it has been designed to accommodate approximately 130 children from six weeks to … [Continue reading this Article]

Vancouver School District Keeps Late Start Days

When Being Late to School is Good.

Some parents like them. Some parents hate them. Most kids love them! We’re talking about the two hour late start Mondays that take place about once each month in the Vancouver School District. So, what do teacher’s do on late start days? (Hint: They don’t get to start late.)

They work together in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to improve student learning. PLCs began in Vancouver Public Schools in 2009. Research shows significant learning gains may be achieved … [Continue reading this Article]

weLearn Technology Showcase 2011

Imagine What You Can Learn.

New tools are changing the way teachers teach and students learn. Students are more motivated, more involved in their learning, and they’re gaining the skills they’ll need for the future. You are invited to the weLearn Technology Showcase 2011 presented by the Vancouver School District on Thursday, October 27, 2011 at Skyview High School (1300 NE 139th St) in Salmon Creek; admission is free.

“Learning is changing in Vancouver schools, for the better. New tools and resources allow teachers to … [Continue reading this Article]

Pleasant Valley PTA 3K Walk and Wellness Fair

On the Beautiful Salmon Creek WSU Campus.

The Pleasant Valley PTA, which presides over both the middle and primary schools, is organizing their 3rd Annual Family Fun and Fitness 3K Walk and Wellness Fair which will take place Saturday, June 4, 2011 at the beautiful Washington State University Vancouver Campus.

The event will begin at 10 am with walk registration and vendor booth viewing, performances by Pleasant Valley’s own Unicycle Team (which will also be leading off the walk) and a Zumba warm-up. The 3k … [Continue reading this Article]

March on Over to Camas First Friday Event

Second Annual Arts and Letters.

This Friday, March 4, 2011, is the First Friday of the month! Camas First Friday Event will feature local Camas Middle School and High School students in the second annual Arts & Letters showcase, which was a huge hit last year for the locals. Visitors will be able to vote on their favorite works of art and the artist will win a prize.

Some other activities will include local authors doing readings and book signings at Journey Church starting at … [Continue reading this Article]

Lake Shore School Picking Up the Tab

On Their Way to a Million!

Annette Yonemoto at Lake Shore Elementary School has been collecting tabs for about two and a half years, and now has about 377,331 (+ or -)! The tabs that Annette has been collecting are the tabs like on pop cans, but the tabs also come in different shapes and sizes and are found on many types of cans; beverage cans, soup cans, pet food cans, etc… If you pop it open with a tab, she is collecting it!

Her … [Continue reading this Article]

Getting Ready for Kindergarten at Salmon Creek Elementary

Salmon Creek Elementary Preschool Family Night.

Is your child ready for kindergarten? Come learn about Kindergarten Readiness Skills at Salmon Creek Elementary on February 24, 2011 from 6:00 to 7:00 pm.

Kids ages 3-5 are invited to Salmon Creek School, with their parents  , to enjoy activities you and your child can do together to help prepare him/her for Kindergarten. There will even be fun handouts to take home. Please feel free to invite friends and neighbors who also have preschool children who might be … [Continue reading this Article]

Storm Forecast Concert and Art Walk in Salmon Creek

Musicians and Artists Show Their Stuff at Skyview High School.

The Skyview High School Choirs and Orchestra will be presenting their Storm Forecast Concert on Thursday, February 10, 2011 at 7 pm, at the Skyview High School Auditorium (1300 NW 139th St, Salmon Creek).

The concert is free and open to the public and will feature music they have prepared for the competitive season.

This year, in conjunction with the concert, will be Skyview’s Art Walk from 5:30 to 7:30 in the Skyview Commons. Come … [Continue reading this Article]

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