New board members elected for 2015/2016

The Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools (FVPS) announces additions to the board for 2015/2016: Jennifer Blechschmidt—Principal, Eisenhower Elementary School Teri Davis—President, Vancouver PTA Council Rob Duncan—Associate Principal, Columbia River High School Rosemary Fryer—Director, Vancouver Public Schools Board Tracie Jellison—Vice President-Business Lending, Columbia Credit Union Chris Lewis—CPA, LewisGroup CPAs Cindy Luckman—Senior Vice President, Managing Director, The […]

Local View: Vancouver schools takes lead in helping needy pupils

Original source: The Columbian, October 2015 We believe all students deserve the opportunity to be successful. As Superintendent Steve Webb writes in this op-ed, our supportive community is critical in helping with this work. As a result, we’re transforming outcomes for students. Read the full story in The Columbian.

Lunch Buddy Mentoring proves life-long impact

Lunch Buddy Mentoring program graduates reflect on their experiences as they complete high school and prepare for college. Read more:  http://www.columbian.com/news/2015/jun/19/lunch-buddy-trio-mentor-break-bread-once-more/ *Photo courtesy of The Columbian.

$158,000 RAISED AT FVPS SPRING LUNCHEON

June 10, 2015 (VANCOUVER, Washington) The Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools (FVPS) announced a record $158,000 raised at the recent Spring Luncheon held May 21 at Hilton Vancouver. The luncheon is an annual fundraiser that supports and inspires success for students attending Vancouver Public Schools. “We are continually grateful for the outstanding support from our […]

Vancouver Public Schools Fills Board Vacancy

The board of directors at Vancouver Public Schools has selected Nada Wheelock to fill the board seat vacated by Mari Greves’ retirement. Read more: http://www.columbian.com/news/2015/jan/29/vancouver-public-schools-fills-board-vacancy/ Snap Shot Episode – Nada Wheelock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAGBCd5k2dI

Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools Announces New Board Members

The Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools announces additions to the board for 2014/2015. New members include: John Cameron–Senior Vice President, Wealth Advisor at Umpqua Wealth Management Heather Lindberg–President, Vancouver PTA Council Christopher Magana–Managing Director, IMS Capital Lynn Maiorca—President, Vancouver Education Association Bernard Veljacic–Superior Court Judge, Clark County Superior Court Nada Wheelock–Community Volunteer Brian Willoughby–Community & Public […]

FVPS Give More 24 “Band-O-Gram” Rolls Through Clark County

The Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools’ Band-O-Gram bus stoped at eight locations around Clark County during its first crowdfunding event sponsored by the Community Foundation for Southwest Washington. A bus provided by Beaches Restaurant made brief stops with local acoustic bands to collect and fill the bus with school supplies for VPS students. Read more […]