Fines policy saves Washougal School District money

After years of textbooks being lost and sports uniforms going MIA, the Washougal School District decided enough was enough.

At the beginning of the 2012-13 school year, the district began using an electronic system to scan textbooks, increasing communication with students, parents and coaches, and prohibiting students with a missing uniform or equipment to participate in sports until the items were returned. Transcripts were not released to graduating seniors unless all fines were paid.