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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.
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.
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.
May
2019
Girls Lead the Way Summer Robotics Camp
Students who will be in sixth through eighth grades next school year should apply by June 14 for this summer camp.
May
2019
Survey will gather community’s input for 2019-20 budget reductions
The district is asking for input from district families, staff and community members.
Apr
2019
New elementary school naming
The project-based learning school for approximately 500 students will focus on arts and innovation.