Our recent literacy night, Camp Read-a-Lot, was a huge success! Thanks to all who came and all who prepared and presented. Participants played games, ate food, read around the campfire, took a reading pledge and [...]
Second graders were excited by a visit from the police. Officers came by and talked about safety and let kids explore some of their vehicles. Students each received a book after hearing a read aloud. We're thankful [...]
New homework guidelines for Vancouver Public Schools will allow more time for younger students to enjoy family learning activities after the school day is over.
Building Readers provides the guidance, steps to take, specific direction and concrete recommendations that parents need to help their kids learn to read, and to read more proficiently. In this issue: Improve your child's reading [...]
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A statement from the state superintendent assures that Washington schools will treat transgender students "consistent with the student's gender identity." Washington state law continues to protect transgender students from discrimination in school, in spite of [...]
Dear students, families and guardians, At Vancouver Public Schools, we work hard everyday to ensure that our schools are inviting, respectful and safe learning environments for each student. We want all children and their [...]
Barring additional weather-related closures, the last day of school for students will be Wednesday, June 21.
All children have a right to a free public education, regardless of their actual or perceived immigration or citizenship status or that of their parents. Education leaders, teachers, students, and families, have asked questions [...]
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