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WHS senior collecting items for the homeless
Most of us will never know what it is like to stand shivering on a cold street, homeless, with nowhere to go.But for some, it’s a way of life.
Washougal High School senior Cheyenne Dady wants to make the winter a little more bearable by collecting new and gently used hats, scarves, coats and mittens for those in need.
"I wanted to help the homeless in our community," she said. "Last year, I ...
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- by Danielle Frost
- December 11, 2012
Giving back to schools
When parent Jenny Danley clicked “like” on Umpqua Bank’s Facebook page, she never imagined it would result in a $2,000 grant for her son’s school.
But that's exactly what happened.
Jemtegaard Middle School in Washougal was randomly selected as one of Umpqua's "Give Back to School Fund" winners. Every "like" generated $1 for the fund, totalling $20,000.
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- by Danielle Frost
- December 4, 2012
Hathaway Elementary students enjoy new experiences through field trips to downtown Washougal
Hathaway Elementary School students had the chance to connect with their community recently with a fifth-grade field trip to the Washougal Library, Community Center and City Hall, while second-graders visited the Two Rivers Heritage Museum.The fifth-graders from the classrooms of Andy Schlauch, Erin Hayes and Carol Dinnel walked to and from school during the field trip.
"It is important for the students to get to know their community," teacher Andy Schlauch said. "This is ...
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- November 27, 2012
School notes for Nov. 27, 2012
Clark College concerts coming soon
The Clark College band and choir groups will present their fall concerts.
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- November 27, 2012
School notes for Nov. 13, 2012
G.E.T. program enrollment open
Parents wanting to save for college can open a Guaranteed Education Tuition account. The new enrollment year runs through May 2013.
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- November 13, 2012
Anchor from a ‘Liberty ship’ will rest at Liberty Middle School
Students, city officials and school administrators gathered to watch a piece of history come home Friday.A 4,500 pound anchor from a decommissioned World War II Liberty ship was unveiled at Liberty Middle School. It was an event several years in the making.
"This is a very exciting day," said Liberty Principal Marilyn Boerke. "It has been in the works for six years."
Eunice Abrahamsen, a local community member, pitched the idea of procuring ...
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- by Danielle Frost
- November 13, 2012
Bringing the world to their classroom
When teacher Erin Hayes first told her students they’d be using iPads in class, the general response from the fifth-graders was, “What’s an iPad?”
Two months later, the students are becoming experts in using apps, doing Internet research and using the devices as a resource for a majority of their class work.
"The iPads extend learning in every subject," Hayes said. "They have apps for math, spelling, writing, everything. (The students) are recording ...
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- by Danielle Frost
- November 6, 2012
School notes for Nov. 6, 2012
Cape Horn names Super Citizens
Cape Horn-Skye Elementary School in Washougal has named its Super Citizens for the month of September.
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- November 6, 2012
Local ‘celebrity’ chefs take turns behind the school lunch line
School lunches have definitely evolved in the past 65 years. Gone are the mystery meat and rubbery pizza.
Instead, students have choices of fresh fruit, veggies and whole grains in addition to traditional favorites such as burgers and chicken nuggets.
"My lunches at school were boring compared to what they have now," said Washougal Mayor Sean Guard. "(They have) fajitas, chili, and lots of fresh options. Our lunches were good, though. My neighbor was the ...
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- by Danielle Frost
- October 30, 2012
Girl Scouts support humane society
The members of Junior Girl Scout Troop 40145 are working on projects to earn their Bronze Award, the highest honor a Junior Girl Scout can attain.
The troop meets twice a month in the basement of Zion Lutheran Church and is led by Theresa Cole.
Girl Scouts Syerrah Wilson-Brown and Kendra Short chose a project to help support the West Columbia Gorge Humane Society in Washougal.
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- October 30, 2012
Washougal School District saves $379,000 in two years with changes
Being energy conscious is paying off for local schools.
The Washougal School District has saved $379,000 in energy costs since beginning a new program two years ago.
Money saved from lowering costs has been used to support facility operations and fund future energy-saving measures throughout the district, according to a press release.
In addition, Washougal High School, Canyon Creek Middle School and Cape Horn-Skye Elementary schools have earned Energy Star certification.
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- October 23, 2012
School notes for Oct. 23, 2012
Community Education Zumba class changes times
A popular Zumba class has changed times from last year. It is still offered at Gause Elementary School, 1100 34th St., but the new times are as follows: Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m., and Saturday from 9:30 to 10:20 a.m.
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- October 23, 2012
Far more than just another science fair
It’s not every day that a high school sophomore is asked to present her research project at a professional-level science symposium.
But that’s exactly what happened to Camas High School student Sophie Shoemaker after her work on sustainable agriculture garnered prizes at regional and state science fairs.
She received an invitation in June to present her project at the Washington State Academy of Sciences symposium. At the time, school was ending and her ...
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- by Danielle Frost
- October 9, 2012
School notes for Oct. 9, 2012
Informational session on hosting exchange students set
The Camas/Washougal chapter of AFS International programs is hosting an informal question and answer meeting at Zion Lutheran Church, 824 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas, on Tuesday, Oct. 23 at 6:30.
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- October 9, 2012
Sister city friendships span the test of time
A delegation of students, educators and city leaders from Japan will arrive in Camas on Saturday.
The group from the town of Taki, sister city to Camas, will spend five days in the area. In addition to 20 middle school students, the delegation will be led by Taki Mayor Yukio Kubo, and will include a high school principal, an English teacher, city clerk, travel guide, and an interpreter.
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- by Heather Acheson
- October 2, 2012
