Newsline for February 2009
1. Community Budget Task Force update
2. Grad Night Taco Feed on Saturday, March 7th
3. WHS Drama Department presents musical Beauty & the Beast, March 5th – 8th
4. Transportation safety meeting summary
5. WHS Skills Center students win honors
6. Classified Staff Appreciation, March 10th
7. Rotary Student of the Month
8. Watercare Industrial Services Student of the Month
9. Other district communications forthcoming
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1. Community Budget Task Force update
When Governor Chris Gregoire released her proposed state budget for education in December 2008, the state was forecasting a $6 billion shortfall in revenue for 2009-2011. Since then, the projection has been increased to nearly a $8 billion. School districts across the state have been put on notice that there will be less revenue available for education in 2009-2010.
The Community Budget Task Force is meeting to study this problem and serve in an advisory capacity as the budget is developed this spring. The task force meetings are open to the public and will be held from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. in the Board Room at the district office on March 23, April 30 and May 21.
On Friday, February 27, a new website was posted that features a new section on budget development including lists of proposed budget reductions and a survey for providing feedback. The Washougal School District website address is http://www.washougal.k12.wa.us.
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2. Grad Night Taco Feed announcement
Proceeds from the Taco Feed will be used for an all night, adult chaperoned, safe, drug-free party for graduates following graduation. This is a worthy cause!
Grad Night Committee for the Class of 2009
TACO FEED!
Saturday, March 7th at Washougal High School
4:00 – 8:00 p.m.
$5.00
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3. Musical production of Beauty & the Beast
In the grand tradition of outstanding drama productions at Washougal High School, we are pleased to announce show times for the upcoming musical, Beauty & the Beast! Please join us in the Washburn Theater at Washougal High School, 1201 39th Street, Washougal, 98671.
Cost of Admission: $8.00 for adults $6.00 for children, students and senior citizens
Show times:
March 5 Evening show time at 7:00 p.m.
March 6 Evening show time at 7:00 p.m.
March 7 Matinee at 2:00 p.m. Evening show time at 7:00 p.m.
March 8 Matinee at 2:00 p.m.
The performing arts teachers, drama director, Mr. Kelly Gregerson, vocal director, Ms. Jen Mahorney and band director, Ms. Kelly Ritter, will feature a talented cast of students. They extend their appreciation to the volunteer parents who have assisted with design and production of costumes and stage sets design. Thank you to volunteers Cheryl Norton, Mark Maguire, Didi Reeves, Karin Day, Kecia Pletch, Fran McCarty, Heather Christofferson, Marilyn Washburn, Blaine Peterson, Mike Studeville Diane Ladwig and Dorothy, Fran’s sister.
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4. Transportation safety meeting summary
Central Precinct Commander, Chuck Atkins, of the Clark County Sheriff’s Department joined district staff and a parent representative to analyze bus safety, particularly on the Washougal River Road. An action plan was developed that included bus driver training for bus stops where students cross the road to board the bus as well as increased law enforcement along the River Road during bus travel times 6:30 – 7:30 a.m. and 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. weekdays.
We appreciate the value of parental oversight at bus stops and encourage volunteer teams of parents at bus stops on busy streets and major roads. Safety is one of our highest priorities and bus loading and unloading presents an opportunity for staff and community to work together on accident prevention.
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5. WHS Skills Center students win honors
Washougal High School now has four new Iron Chefs! Jessica Bault, Kristina Fialdini, Katie Scott and Morgan Wilson competed Feb. 21 in the first Clark County High School Culinary Competition and won two awards. Team Washougal won the Food and Physical Safety Practices Award and the Award for Best Plating Appearance for their entrée, Chicken Breast with Mango Salsa. Congratulations!
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6. Classified Staff appreciation
Washougal School District will honor classified staff at the Board meeting on March 10th. Classified staff provide valuable services to students in their roles as secretaries, classroom and playground assistants, library assistants, bus drivers, custodians, facilities and grounds maintenance staff, technicians and crossing guards. It is with great appreciation for their services to students that we recognize them during the state’s Classified Appreciation Week, March 9-13.
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7. Rotary Student of the Month
Brandi Lynn Sherman is the Camas-Washougal Rotary Club’s Student of the Month. Her parents are Russell and Rhonda Sherman. Brandi has a 3.7 GPA with outstanding attendance. Her teachers say that in addition to her academic skills, Brandi is a positive, hardworking team player who demonstrates kindness to others. This year she is taking two language classes—Spanish and American Sign Language. Congratulations to Brandi!
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8. Watercare Industrial Services Student of the Month
The Camas Post-Record recently featured two WHS students recognized by Watercare Industrial Services. Senior Keely Bitton received recognition for achieving her high school graduation goals and being actively involved in two bands—Wind Ensemble and Pep Band. Senior Katie Scott was also recognized for her leadership as ASB president this year, as well as her commitment to service and volunteer time at the Children’s Home Society. Congratulations to Keely and Katie!
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9. Other district communications
Watch for the next edition of district news, the Community Connections newsletter, which is mailed to all patrons in the district on a quarterly basis.
The annual District Report to the Community will be on the district website early in April.
