Skamania School District News
IDEA Federal Grant
The annual OSPI application for federal IDEA funds will be available for public review and comment for a period of 60 days, prior to the final May 21, 2021 submission to the USDOE Office of Special Education Programs. Comments may also be submitted in writing to OSPI...
In-person instruction expands to five days a week
Dear Parents, I’m excited to share the news that on Monday night, the Skamania School Board voted to expand in-person learning to now include Wednesdays. This will begin on March 17, and will give all students in-person instruction five days a week. As we approach a...
Plan for gradual expansion of in-person learning for students in grades 3-8
Dear Parents, As I shared just before the holiday break, Governor Inslee and the state Department of Health (DOH) updated their metrics for in-person learning for students across Washington. The state DOH shared that as we learn more about COVID-19 transmission, we...
Updated guidance and metrics from the state Department of Health
Dear Parents, Yesterday, Governor Inslee shared updated guidance and metrics from the state Department of Health regarding the in-person learning for school districts across the state. The guidance now allows for more students to receive in-person education, even when...
School board approves next steps
Good morning Skamania families, It is our last week of school before the end of 2020. I hope that you and your family have a safe and wonderful holiday season. Last night, the Skamania school board approved our next steps. Due to the dramatic increases in COVID-19...
A note from the Superintendent: COVID Update
Good morning Skamania families, COVID-19 cases are rising in our area, just as they are around the state, country and world. Some of you may know that the Stevenson-Carson School District board voted last night to return immediately to fully remote learning due to the...
State Restrictions & Safety Measures
Dear Families, This is the time of year when we typically reflect and give thanks for the many good things for which we are grateful. While there’s nothing typical about 2020, I remain thankful. I am thankful for our staff, who have supported ongoing learning in both...
Student Return Plan – Board Updates
Dear Parents, Hard to believe it’s already mid-November and next week is Thanksgiving. Seems like just yesterday we had our Back to School event.Time sure flies when you’re learning! COVID - Back to school plan: I am pleased to share that we now have all of our...
Skamania’s Woodard Creek Road Property: Forest Management Work
Forest Management Work Supports Preservation and Legacy of Learning Land Project Forest Management Work Includes: Establishment of no-harvest buffer zone to protect and preserve the flow-through water source Timber harvest of diseased trees to improve the health and...