Superintendent News
Milt Dennison
Milt Dennison comes to Skamania with over 50 years of experience in education as a coach, a Math and PE teacher, adjunct faculty member, administrator, and superintendent.
Originally from the mountain town of Gunnison, Colorado, he’s always had an active lifestyle and is a bit of a risk taker. He moved to the Portland area in 1980 to serve as the middle school principal for West Linn School District. He also served as superintendent of Canby and Camas School Districts before becoming superintendent of Clackamas Education Service District. Shortly after retiring in 2016, he was asked to become a consultant with the Oregon School Board Association and assists school districts with their superintendent search process – which has also included filling in as an interim or short term superintendent when the need arises.
He has been an important part of many successful bond and levy campaigns to help districts continue to support student achievement and growth. He’s an active community member, having been a part of Rotary, Chamber and Scouts of America. He recently rejoined the Camas-Washougal Rotary Club and serves as the Chair of the Portland Actors Conservatory Board.
Mr. Dennison has two grown children and several grandchildren: his son is a Captain in the Navy currently serving in Turkey and his daughter is a Nurse Practitioner in Maryland. He loves to explore outdoors and enjoys golfing, cycling, hiking, traveling and repelling off tall buildings!
Education
Ed.D., University of Southern California, 1980 – Educational Administration and Curriculum
M.A., California State University, Sacramento, 1975 – Educational Administration
B.A., Western State College, Colorado, 1970 – Mathematics, Physical Education
Awards & Honors
Civic Star Award – American Association of School Administrators
Citizen-of-the-Year – Camas-Washougal Chamber of Commerce
Rotarian-of-the-Year – Camas-Washougal Rotary Club
Silver Beaver Award – Boy Scouts of America
Reminders and last minute details before school starts
Dear Skamania School Families, We are just days away from welcoming everyone back to Skamania School for the new year, and I am excited to see everyone in person again! I wanted to share some reminders and last minute details with you as students prepare to come back...
Back to School: Health & Safety Updates
Dear Skamania School Families, I want to share important health and safety updates for the 2021-2022 school year. First of all, we are fortunate to be able to open for full day in-person education for all students. This would not be possible without everyone working...
Back to School Updates
Dear Skamania School Families, The beginning of the 2021-2022 school year is quickly approaching! I hope you have been enjoying the summer and have taken some time to rest and relax to be ready for the new school year. Our staff is looking forward to welcoming...
Vaccination Requirement for K–12 Employees
Dear Parents/Guardians, I am writing to share information about a new legal requirement for school employees in Washington state. On August 18, 2021, Governor Jay Inslee announced a new directive legally requiring all K–12 school district employees to get a COVID-19...
Skamania School update from the Superintendent
Dear Skamania Parents, Here is a brief school update including important COVID information. The Washington State Department of Health released guidance for K-12 schools in the 2021-22 school year. Skamania School District is carefully reviewing the guidance and will...
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...
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...
Board Approves Student Return Plan
Hello Skamania Families, I wanted to share with you the great news that the Skamania School Board of Directors approved our Student Return Plan proposal! We are so excited to be able to have students back in our classrooms! The Student Return Plan is a phased in...
Safety Precautions
Dear Skamania Families, We are thinking of you and your safety during the regional wildfire crisis we are experiencing. The intent of this message from the school counselor and me is to provide health tips and emergency preparation materials. It was not that long ago...