Provide feedback on Computer Science Learning Standards
The proposed new standards improve coherence, alignment and readability.
Act now to enroll in specialized program
VPS students can participate in magnet programs and programs of choice that allow them to pursue their unique interests. From the arts and STEM to welding, medicine, cooking and blended learning, there's something for everyone. Find out how to apply for the 2017-18 school year.
December 2017 Employee Excellence Awards
This month's winners include a principal, paraeducator, two teachers and two interpreters.
Tell us why attendance matters to you!
Learning something new, seeing friends and teachers, lunch time or recess... the reasons why you come to school are endless! Tell us why attendance matters to you and you could win prize!
Designing new schools and upgrading others: It’s all in a day’s work
Bond-funded upgrades and design work for several replacement schools and the new Vancouver iTech Preparatory building are making daily progress throughout the district. An update on the projects was presented to the board of directors at the Nov. 14 school board work session. Core planning teams from McLoughlin Middle School and Marshall and Ogden [...]
Tell us your thoughts!
Please take a few minutes to answer a short four-question survey about the one-to-one program, which provides students in third through 12th grades with an iPad or laptop computer.
Get ready for winter weather
Learn how to find out about weather-related schedule changes, snow routes and more!
Thank you, Kathy Gillespie!
After eight years, Kathy Gillespie is retiring from Vancouver Public Schools’ board of directors.
2018 Alki Career Day
Hello Alki family and community members, We are starting a new school year and have many fun and exciting learning opportunities for our students. One of those events will be the 2018 Alki Career Day on February 8th from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. If you are interested in being a presenter, please click on the [...]
Principal’s Corner – December/January 2018
Dear Alki Families: Professional Learning Communities Update: Dec. 1st is the beginning of our second trimester grading period. At this point we are asking students to evaluate their academic performance over the first trimester and reflect on their successes while also determining the areas they may want to improve on next trimester. As a [...]