Eighteen educators achieve prestigious certification
The number of National Board–certified educators in VPS is now 148.
Jan
2020
Dec
2019
Supplemental levy on the ballot this February | Español | Русский | Chuukese
Learn about the supplemental levy measure on the Feb. 11 ballot.
Dec
2019
December 2019 Employee Excellence Awards
Two paraeducators and three teachers are this month's recipients.
Oct
2019
Vancouver Public Schools is committed to improving student disciplinary practices
VPS is taking steps to examine and refine its disciplinary policies and practices after a 2018-19 investigation by the Washington state attorney general’s office identified disproportionate outcomes.
Sep
2019
Water testing results at Chinook and Alki | Español | Русский
Water testing for lead was recently completed at Chinook Elementary School and Alki Middle School. Results showed no elevated lead levels in the water sources we tested. If you have any questions, please call facility support services at 360-313-4777. Español Estimadas Familias de Chinook y Alki Recientemente se realizó una prueba para medir niveles de [...]
Sep
2019
Welcome to #TeamVPS
Meet the certificated staff members who recently joined the district.
Aug
2019
Vaccine exemption change
As of July 28, 2019, Washington state law removed the personal and philosophical exemption to the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine.
Jun
2019
No Monday early releases in June | Español | Русский | Chuukese
Students will get out of school at the standard time on June 3, 10 and 17.
May
2019
Programs accepting more applications for next school year
Students will have a second opportunity to apply for the International Baccalaureate; Medical Arts; and Science, Math and Technology programs, as well as for Vancouver iTech Preparatory.
May
2019
Final VPS budget recommendations will preserve direct services to students
A district advisory group is concerned, however, that the use of one-time money from the state and the district’s financial reserve will result in another large shortfall for 2020-21.