WSU Vancouver to host Scholarships 101 information night Washington State University Vancouver will hold a "Scholarships 101" information night for students interested in learning how scholarships can help them pay for college. The event will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Dengerink Administration Building, Room 110, and is free and open to the public.
In 1964, The Civil Rights Act was signed into law, the "race to the moon" made headlines and a new home cost $13,050.In Camas, Lacamas Heights Elementary School opened its doors to 500 students for the 1963-64 school year. On Jan. 17, the school. located at 4600 N.E. Garfield St., will celebrate that milestone with a birthday party. Duane Freeman, a sixth-grade teacher that first year, will be attending the party, along with several alumni and current students and staff members. Principal Julie Mueller, a parent committee and school alumni have been working since last spring to create an event that all attendees will enjoy. "I think it is awesome," Mueller said. "I started teaching at Lacamas in 1995 and was there until Liberty Middle School opened.
Local resident named to dean's list
It seems as if most people run in about 10 different directions during the holidays. With gifts to buy, family in town and meals to prepare, other things often get put aside.But a group of 80 dedicated families spent a weekend baking a plethora of holiday treats for staff at Camas High School, which were served after school on Monday, Dec. 16. From cookies to banana bread to chocolate covered treats, the tables at the counseling center overflowed with goodness. Approximately 85 percent of staff members at the high school attended, according to Principal Steve Marshall's estimate. "The adults were very excited and very appreciative of the parents' thoughtfulness," he said. "I overheard teachers say things like, 'This is the best day of the year.' 'I have never seen anything like this!' and 'I am grading papers tonight so this might be my dinner.' This is an event centered around giving, which is why it fits so perfectly with the holidays."
A path designed primarily for children to get to and from Jemtegaard Middle School safely is a step closer to reality. The Washougal City Council has approved a local agency agreement with the Washington State Department of Transportation, to proceed with the design process beyond its current conceptual phase.
The daughter of Romanian immigrants is demonstrating her talent as a violinist with the Junior Symphony of Vancouver. Abby Mihaiuc, 15, of Washougal, is in her third year with the JSV. She enjoys the variety of music that can be played on a violin.
The last day of school before winter break is always a festive one, but it was especially so for some local kids. On Friday, Dec. 13, student body officers at Hathaway Elementary, in Washougal, accepted a donation of 36 coats for fellow students in need.
Liberty Middle School trimester one honor roll
Registration is now open for Journey Theater Arts Group acting classes and the production of Disney's "Aladdin Jr." for kids ages 6 to 18.
Excelsior names 'Phoenix on Fire' Matthew Quist is the December student of the month at Excelsior High, Washougal's alternative school. The "Phoenix on Fire," award goes to a student who is, "inspiring, responsible, respectful, has great attendance, an excellent work ethic and positive attitude."
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