Evelin Severino has a beautiful story to tell, and prides herself on living out not only her dreams, but her parents too.
News & Updates
Congratulations to Shireen Mazhari as she has qualified for the NHD (National History Day) National Contest
Jun 2, 2022
Shireen will advance to the National Contest being held virtually in mid June.
Cottonwood Elementary proud of the students in grades 3-5 for their perseverance during SBAC testing days.
Don't Forget Kids Summer Camps
May 26, 2022
Make your summer plans for the kiddos with one of our many Kids Camp options!
Apple Valley Elementary Prepares for their World Music Concert With Marimbas on June 8 at 6:00pm.
Students in the 6th and 7th Grade Advanced Project Based Learning (PBL) classes with Mrs. Clark all participated in the statewide Stock Market Game competition.
Managing Feelings
May 23, 2022
Mrs. De Wet at Mountainview Elementary and other classrooms across the district have been offering programs like the Helping Us Be Our Best (HUBB) program to their students.
Senior Spotlight: Kelton Byers
May 23, 2022
What do Kelton Byers and Plato have in common? Philosophy! Learn more about what Kelton thinks about and the highlights of his Ram experience.
Senior Spotlight: Chloe Pavey
May 23, 2022
Chloe's got a wealth of wisdom and memorable expressions from her days at WVHS. Hear more about what she'll miss and what she's looking forward to.
WVSD Named An Early Learning Model for the Nation
May 23, 2022
West Valley was the only school district in the nation recognized by AASA as a Lighthouse System for Early Learning.
Sports Participation Fee Eliminated
May 20, 2022
No more Pay for Play means greater access for all students to participate in athletics.
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports at Ahtanum Valley Elementary Proving to Have Positive Outcomes
May 17, 2022
PBIS System here are ways to recognize and reward positive behavior, thus minimizing the need to punish bad behavior.
Dr. Finch and Assistant Superintendent Stacey Drake Speak With KIT 1280 About The Importance of Early Learning
May 12, 2022
Listen and watch Superintendent Dr. Peter Finch and Assistant Superintendent Stacey Drake speak with KIT 1280 about the importance of Early Learning, and the most recent AASA Early Learning Cohort site visit.
The West Valley School District has been recognized as a “Lighthouse” system that will serve as models of positive change in public education.
Traditionally, students would be pulled out of the classroom and taken to a room if they had an IEP, LAP, or were ELL students. Not anymore.
Please Join Us For The Apple Valley Family Night With The Seattle Mariners.
Launching Into the Workforce
Apr 27, 2022
In 2017, West Valley High School partnered with the Aerospace Joint Apprenticeship Committee (AJAC) to start a Youth Apprenticeship Program.
Fostering a Love of Reading, One Child at a Time
Apr 27, 2022
Amber Stiles-Gill coordinates literacy, math, and English language support classes at the WV Mid-Level Campus. “I, like any teacher, love the way a student’s face lights up when they make significant progress or accomplish something they haven’t before,” Amber shares. “But what I love more than anything is when a student who is convinced they hate to read becomes a student who doesn’t want to stop reading.”
Taking Off the Training Wheels
Apr 27, 2022
Jessica Hunter’s PE class has a unit on bike riding where and students learn this fundamental skill on a new path at the recently remodeled Summitview Elementary.
The School District’s Board of Directors and the Yakima City Council approve settlement agreement
Apr 27, 2022
The West Valley School District (School District) and the City of Yakima (City) have cooperatively and jointly reached a settlement.
"This is a wonderful way to build relationships with students through small group experiences. It allows opportunities for building trust in smaller safe spaces," says Principal Debbie Cameron.
Our West Valley High School Students raised $6,000 for the YWCA, and are now a part of this new West Valley tradition.
For full transparency with our parents, students, and community, the District is developing policy and procedures that will be aligned with Washington State laws related to anti-discrimination.
In recognition of World Autism Awareness Month, Cottonwood Elementary is raising awareness class by class.
Operational Procedures- Gender Inclusive Schools
Apr 15, 2022
The West Valley School District is developing policy and procedures that will be aligned with Washington State laws related to anti-discrimination.
Apple Valley Elementary is excited to bring the Outdoor School experience to AV students and back to West Valley.
Dr. Finch Interviewed About Research Based Steps and Early Learning Initiatives at West Valley School District
Apr 11, 2022
Dr. Finch was interviewed by colleague Dr. Peters from the National Dropout Prevention Center discussing early learning initiatives and how important it is for student success.
Station Rotation at Ahtanum Valley Elementary is Proving to be an Effective Teaching Practice
Mar 31, 2022
Station rotations allow for students to take ownership of their learning.
Kindergarten Readiness For All
Mar 31, 2022
WVSD208’s Kindergarten Readiness Program provides support and strategies for migrant families and ELL (English Language Learner) students that help them prepare for school.
AMPED up!
Mar 31, 2022
Get excited about math! AMPED classes teach math with applications in the real-world and future careers.
Rohnitpal Thind wins the Regional Championship, and is currently heading to State for Digital Cinema Productions, as well for becoming a State Officer
West Valley School District will introduce a new agriculture and robotics pathway for students at it's Innovation Center next year.
Over 100 works of art were entered in this year's Regional High School Art Show sponsored by ESD105. West Valley High School student Haley Lambert is the 2022 Regional Award winner, and is now heading to state.
West Valley Junior High competed in the Central Washington History Day Contest and now 11 students are going to State
Mar 15, 2022
West Valley had an amazing showing at the event by winning 11 state awards and completely sweeping the individual website and paper categories. 11 students will be advancing to the upcoming state contest.
The WVHS JROTC Championship
Mar 15, 2022
The Cascade Mountain League Championship Drill Meet held their competition this last weekend, and the WVHS JROTC Championship results are in.
West Valley High School Registration Starts March 14
Mar 14, 2022
This week students will be registering for for classes for the 2022-2023 school year.
Jesse Golbek was recognized by the School Board for completing the process to be re-certified as a National Board Certified Teacher.
Kindergarten Information Night
Mar 9, 2022
We invite all families to join us at our 2022-2023 Kindergarten Registration Informational Night provided by our Elementary Schools.
Kindergarten Registration Opens Today March 7
Mar 6, 2022
Welcome to the West Valley School District Kindergarten Registration opening today March 7.
Devina Khan, Computer Science teacher at the Innovation Center, just received a $5,000 grant from the Triumph Group to use in her classroom.
Oakley Afulao crowned Mr. West Valley 2022
Mar 2, 2022
For well over 20 years, the Mr. West Valley Pageant has been dedicated to raising money for YouthWorks.
Mr. Johnson Models Lifelong Learning
Mar 1, 2022
From Math to ELA, Mr. Johnson enjoys learning, teaching, and preparing his students for success.
Masks will be optional beginning March 12
Feb 28, 2022
In accordance with the announcement today from Governor Inslee, masks will be optional at school beginning on Saturday, March 12.
Awarded Teacher of The Year Megan Goranson
Feb 25, 2022
Washington Music Educators Association Executive Board named Megan Goranson of West Valley School District the winner of the 2022 WMEA Regional Outstanding Music Educator at the 2022 WMEA State Conference in Yakima.
Production is March 3-5th at 7pm and March 5th at 2pm. Come and enjoy!
IT IS OFFICAL 52.23% THE LEVY PASSES
Feb 18, 2022
Thanks to a committed and devoted community focused on the student experience throughout their lives, the West Valley School District Levy has passed!
A Safe Place to Land
Feb 8, 2022
RAM Landing connects students with essential resources.
More Than Child's Play
Feb 8, 2022
Join bilingual educators for play time for you and your little one.
STEM FAIR at the Innovation Center February 9th
Feb 8, 2022
STEM FAIR at the West Valley Innovation Center February 9th. Listen to the KIT Newstalk 1280 interview with the West Valley Innovation Center's Russ Tuman and Jed Watters. Exciting opportunities.
Listen to the new Podcast from the Yakima Herald Republic Yakima Arts Talk: Creating belonging through music
Feb 3, 2022
Enjoy this wonderful Podcast that features our West Valley Students in Yakima Herald Republic's Yakima Arts Talk: Creating belonging through music.
WVSD208 Equity & Inclusion Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, & Barriers Brainstorming
Feb 2, 2022
Findings from WVSD208 stakeholders meeting discussing strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and barriers in relation to Equity and Inclusion.
Dr. Finch on News Talk KIT 1280 Exciting things at West Valley School District and the Levy
Feb 1, 2022
Dr. Finch and School board President Mark Strong were on News Talk KIT 1280 to discuss what is happening in the West Valley School District and why Levy is so important to our students, schools, and community.
Agrifuture: Robotics on the Farm
Jan 31, 2022
WVSD208 helps students fast-track their education in growing fields representative of the unique needs in our community.
Earn College Credits and Save Thousands
Jan 31, 2022
College-level classes right here help students save money and get ahead.
Shiny and New, Thanks to You
Jan 31, 2022
Your support in action at Summitview and Apple Valley.
Knowledge Bowl Competition Winners
Jan 28, 2022
Congratulations to our West Valley Students for Winning 1st place in Knowledge Bowl Competition
Dance Around the World Father-Daughter Dance
Jan 26, 2022
The 11th Annual Father-Daughter Dance Saturday February 12, 6:00p.m.-9:30 p.m. West Valley High School Commons Dance Around the World
We Appreciate Our School Board Members
Jan 25, 2022
Thank you to the West Valley School Board School with Board Appreciation Month
Congressman Dan Newhouse announced 8 students across our region for consideration to attend one of our U.S. military academies, which include the Military Academy at West Point, the Naval Academy, the Merchant Marine Academy, and the Air Force Academy.
Teachers and the West Valley Experience
Jan 21, 2022
"The joys my school life has given are surely countless and will remain the best days of my life."
Tyson Whitfield transitions to Boys Basketball
Jan 19, 2022
"I've enjoyed this a lot," Whitfield said. "It's been a blessing and a blast."
Congressman Dan Newhouse Names Three West Valley Students Winner of the 2021 Congressional App Challenge
Looking to the Future
Jan 1, 2022
Superintendent Finch reflects on 2021 and shares his excitement for the coming year.
SSOCC Training and Support
Dec 14, 2021
Educational Service District #105 School Safety Operations and Coordination Center, SSOCC, is a state-recognized program that serves over 25 school districts in Washington conducting school safety trainings with one mission: SAFE SCHOOLS.
Financial Algebra 2
Nov 19, 2021
Financial Algebra 2 helps WV students learn to use their money wisely.
Ram Radio
Nov 19, 2021
Mr. Melton & Esmerai Silva help Ram Radio find its groove.
Congratulations to WV Drama for a successful production of "All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten."
Marching Band Thrives Together
Nov 19, 2021
Let's hear it for Ram Marching Band!
Welcome Amy Forrest!
Nov 19, 2021
Welcome Amy Forrest, WVSD208 Director of Communication.
West Valley High School Students raised over $2600 in PINK October to donate to Ohana in order to support their efforts to fight breast cancer. In conjunction with the Memorial Foundation, students presented Ohana with the check today.
Rick Griffith, 8th grade Science Teacher, West Valley Mid-Level Campus received the “Excellence in Science Education – Middle School" award.
Imagine Learning 2021-2022 Beacon School Awards
Nov 4, 2021
Out of roughly 16,000 schools using Imagine Learning, only 237 schools were recognized. West Valley School District was the only district in the nation, where the entire district received this honor.
The federal government provided school districts with Emergency Relief funds to assist schools with the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. West Valley has completed the reimbursement process for the first round of funding.
Now Hiring Bus Drivers and Substitute Bus Drivers
Oct 15, 2021
West Valley is hiring bus drivers and substitute bus drivers.
West Valley Equity and Inclusion
Oct 15, 2021
Read more about WVSD's Equity and Inclusion mission and vision statements.
West Valley Receives National Recognition
Oct 15, 2021
Congratulations Teacher of the Year Nominee Bradley Liebrecht
Samantha Lamb, JROTC
Oct 15, 2021
Samantha Lamb gained confidence, discipline, and academic excellence through JROTC.
Sarah Khan earns the STEM Rising Star Award from the South Central Washington STEM Network earlier this year.
Bus Driver Shortage - Bus Route Plan
Oct 1, 2021
Due to the recent bus driver shortage the Transportation Department has put together a schedule of which routes would be suspended when a driver shortage occurs.
Equity & Inclusion
Sep 13, 2021
The vision for equity is “Success for All Students” and the vision for inclusion is “Access for All Students.”
Apple Valley & Summitview Elementary welcome students to brand new facilities.
Dr. Peter Finch Named WVSD208 Superintendent
Aug 25, 2021
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Peter Finch on his promotion and welcoming him to his new role as our Superintendent.
Josh Pearce, New 5th Grade Teacher at Wide Hollow
Aug 23, 2021
Josh Pearce is joining the Wide Hollow STEAM Elementary teaching team for the upcoming school year.
Debbie Cameron, New Principal at Mountainview
Aug 23, 2021
Ms. Cameron is taking on the role of Principal at Mountainview this fall.
2021-2022 COVID-19 Protocols
Aug 19, 2021
Masks are required indoors. Nurses now in every school.
Ribbon Cutting at Summtview and Apple Valley
Aug 18, 2021
Join us for ribbon cutting ceremonies at our two new elementary schools on August 30!
Last year’s K-4 math and reading scores in West Valley exceeded national pre-COVID standard test scores in nearly every grade.
Welcome Back, West Valley!
Aug 16, 2021
Back to School information for the 2021-2022 School Year
2021-2022 School Year Details
Aug 15, 2021
Details about Family Engagement week and the upcoming school year.
Free or Reduced Price Internet Services
Mar 4, 2021
Many internet and wireless providers have announced temporary measures that will help families impacted by the school closure. See our list of resources below.