Happy Friday Team,

This week at Wishram has been a clear example of purpose in action. With SBAC testing continuing, thoughtful staff collaboration, and our students showing resilience and pride, we are moving forward with strength toward the end of the year.

Support Our Seniors – Frybread Taco Fundraiser
Next Wednesday, May 21st, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, our senior class will be hosting a fundraiser to help close the final funding gap for their upcoming trip to Universal Studios in Burbank, California. They’ll be selling delicious Frybread Tacos for just $7.00 per plate. This is a great opportunity to enjoy a tasty meal and support our students in making lasting memories during their senior year. Your presence and generosity will go a long way in helping them reach their goal—thank you in advance for your support!  

Finishing Strong
Our students remained focused through another week of SBAC testing—thank you to our entire team for creating a supportive environment and managing the logistics with professionalism. The extra encouragement and flexibility you're providing do not go unnoticed.

Prom 2025 – A Night to Remember
A heartfelt thank you to Ms. Ringer for her outstanding coordination of this year’s Prom. From the atmosphere to the organization, everything reflected care, creativity, and attention to detail. Thank you as well to every staff member and volunteer who supported, supervised, or helped set up and tear down. It was truly a magical evening for our students—one they’ll remember for years to come.

Looking Ahead with Purpose
As we approach the final stretch, events like a Senior Fundraiser, District and State track meets, REACH programs, end of the year field trips, student celebrations and Graduation are great reminders of the full experience we provide here at Wishram. Let’s keep up the momentum.

 Week in Review: May 12 – May 17, 2025

Monday, May 12:

• School Nurse and Therapist on-site

• SBAC Testing Continues

• Mr. Churchwell attended the REC Meeting, 10:00 - 11:00 AM

• Staff Meeting (3:05 PM)

• Community Council met in the gymnasium at 5:30 PM

Tuesday, May 13:

• School Therapist on-site

• SBAC Testing Continues

• Mr. Churchwell attended the weekly construction meeting with Apollo. 9:00 - 10:00 AM

• Mr. Churchwell attended the REC Meeting, 10:00 - 11:00 AM

• Mr. Walters brought in an Army Recruiter to meet with some of the HS Students. 10:00 AM

• Mr. Churchwell $ Ms. Hathaway attended a WA State Budget Recap Meeting with ESD 112 and ESD 112 Superintendents. 1:00 PM

• Mr. Churchwell attended a Statewide OSPI Update and Collaboration Meeting. 2:00 PM. 

• HS Track traveled to SO. Wasco for a meet. 4:00 pm Start Time

Wednesday, May 14:

• SBAC Testing Continues

• Ms. Hathaway and Mr. Churchwell in an HR Meeting. 

Thursday, May 15:

• SBAC Testing Continues

• HS Track at Pilot Rock. 2:00 PM Start Time

Friday, May 16:

• Mr. Churchwell @ the Regional Superintendents meeting at ESD 112

• ASET Security on site to do the final testing on the fire panel system for the modular buildings. 

Saturday, May 17:

• Happy Birthday Mathius James

 Looking Ahead: May 19 – May 25, 2025

Sunday, May 18:

• Happy Birthday Isaiah White

Monday, May 19:

• School Nurse and Therapist on-site

• Mr. Churchwell will attend the REC Meeting, 10:00 - 11:00 AM

• REACH Presentation from Columbia Gorge Discovery Center on Volcanoes.

• Swing Shift Construction for Distressed Schools Grant to resume. 5:00 PM to 3:00 AM.

Tuesday, May 20:

• School Therapist on-site

• SBAC Testing Continues. 

• Mr. Churchwell will attend the REC Meeting, 10:00 - 11:00 AM

• Apollo Check-In with Mr. Churchwell (2:00 PM)

• Regional Native Parent/Community K12 Advisory Meeting 4:30 to 6;00 PM 

Wednesday, May 21:

• Late Start Day. School Will Start at 10:00 AM

• SBAC Testing Continues.

• Mr. Churchwell will be in his Gorge/Pacific and Wahkiakum County Superintendents meeting. 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM

• DIT Team Meeting at 3:00 PM

• REACH Presentation, Arts in Education of the Gorge. 

• REACH Team Meeting at 5:00 PM. 

• Senior Trip Fundraiser. The seniors will be selling Frybread Tacos. 5:00 - 7:00 PM.

Thursday, May 22:

• SBAC Testing Continues.

• REACH Presentation. Border Collie International Presented by Fort Vancouver Regional Library.

• HS District Track at So. Wasco. (Maupin, OR) 

Friday, May 23:

• Happy Birthday Ms. van Hoff

• No School for all. Snow Make-up Day. 

• HS District Track at So. Wasco. (Maupin, OR) 

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