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![Week in Review - June 5, 2026]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780683637/wwpsorg/dlcoouw7r0doqouxvmu4/WeekinReview060526.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780683637/wwpsorg/dlcoouw7r0doqouxvmu4/WeekinReview060526.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780683637/wwpsorg/dlcoouw7r0doqouxvmu4/WeekinReview060526.jpg","width":690}])
Click HERE to read the June 5, 2026 Week in Review newsletter.
![Bruno Richardson - Class of 2026 Senior Video]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780682572/wwpsorg/nmeegpsecurqiea7yubd/BrunoRichardson.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780682572/wwpsorg/nmeegpsecurqiea7yubd/BrunoRichardson.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780682572/wwpsorg/nmeegpsecurqiea7yubd/BrunoRichardson.jpg","width":738}])
Bruno Richardson, Walla Walla High School
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cbwnxKog-aw
![WWPS District Office Summer Hours]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780680953/wwpsorg/euznmh6yibytct1qmp7e/WWPSDistrictOfficeHours.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780680953/wwpsorg/euznmh6yibytct1qmp7e/WWPSDistrictOfficeHours.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780680953/wwpsorg/euznmh6yibytct1qmp7e/WWPSDistrictOfficeHours.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780680953/wwpsorg/euznmh6yibytct1qmp7e/WWPSDistrictOfficeHours.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1780680953/wwpsorg/euznmh6yibytct1qmp7e/WWPSDistrictOfficeHours.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1780680953/wwpsorg/euznmh6yibytct1qmp7e/WWPSDistrictOfficeHours.jpg","width":2200}])
The district office, along with all middle and high schools, will be open to the public Monday through Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Offices will be closed for lunch each day and will not be open on Fridays.
![Out & About with Dr. G: Pioneer Sixth Graders Explore Science and Stewardship at WWCC’s William A. Grant Water & Environmental Center]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780679488/wwpsorg/au7bmpbxq11qlxkhvxeb/BenatRooksPark.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780679488/wwpsorg/au7bmpbxq11qlxkhvxeb/BenatRooksPark.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780679488/wwpsorg/au7bmpbxq11qlxkhvxeb/BenatRooksPark.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780679488/wwpsorg/au7bmpbxq11qlxkhvxeb/BenatRooksPark.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780679488/wwpsorg/au7bmpbxq11qlxkhvxeb/BenatRooksPark.jpg","width":1217}])
Walla Walla Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Ben Gauyan recently visited the William A. Grant Water & Environmental Center on the campus of Walla Walla Community College to join Pioneer Middle School sixth-grade students for the latest episode of the Out & About with Dr. G video series.
![A Fitting Finale: Former Students and Colleagues Surprise Roger Garcia at Final Garrison Concert]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780676279/wwpsorg/edlqgebewzhb1sbrptog/1Rogerlastconcert.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780676279/wwpsorg/edlqgebewzhb1sbrptog/1Rogerlastconcert.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780676279/wwpsorg/edlqgebewzhb1sbrptog/1Rogerlastconcert.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780676279/wwpsorg/edlqgebewzhb1sbrptog/1Rogerlastconcert.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780676279/wwpsorg/edlqgebewzhb1sbrptog/1Rogerlastconcert.jpg","width":1588}])
To celebrate his impact, approximately 50 former students, colleagues, and friends from Walla Walla and Pasco secretly assembled to perform in his honor during his last concert at Garrison Middle School.
![Washington State Board of Education Selects Siri Mouat as New Student Board Member]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780671499/wwpsorg/ilaucwnnk4jevi07qa5m/SiriMouat.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780671499/wwpsorg/ilaucwnnk4jevi07qa5m/SiriMouat.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780671499/wwpsorg/ilaucwnnk4jevi07qa5m/SiriMouat.jpg","width":538}])
The Washington State Board of Education and the Association of Washington Student Leaders are pleased to announce that Siri Mouat, a sophomore from Walla Walla High School, has been selected to serve as the Board’s next student board member.
![Evie Sarley - Class of 2026 Senior Video]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780607444/wwpsorg/jwpq9xeakbklztnbofng/EvieSarley.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780607444/wwpsorg/jwpq9xeakbklztnbofng/EvieSarley.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780607444/wwpsorg/jwpq9xeakbklztnbofng/EvieSarley.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780607444/wwpsorg/jwpq9xeakbklztnbofng/EvieSarley.jpg","width":1176}])
Evie Sarley, Walla Walla High School
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXSTqs7tl4o
![Wa-Hi Students Earn Prestigious W!SE Financial Literacy Certification]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780676799/wwpsorg/j2lgxmwwefkglotkpt5y/WISEcertificates2026.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780676799/wwpsorg/j2lgxmwwefkglotkpt5y/WISEcertificates2026.jpg","width":412}])
Walla Walla High School students Luke Higgins, Charlie Capps. Emma Cruz and Parker Maine have earned the nationally recognized W!SE Financial Literacy Certification, demonstrating a strong understanding of essential personal finance concepts and readiness for real-world financial decision-making.
![Walla Walla Public Schools Celebrates 80 Graduates Earning the Seal of Biliteracy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780593643/wwpsorg/mhyzyqobqturt21ejjuv/SealofBiliteracy2026.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780593643/wwpsorg/mhyzyqobqturt21ejjuv/SealofBiliteracy2026.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780593643/wwpsorg/mhyzyqobqturt21ejjuv/SealofBiliteracy2026.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780593643/wwpsorg/mhyzyqobqturt21ejjuv/SealofBiliteracy2026.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1780593643/wwpsorg/mhyzyqobqturt21ejjuv/SealofBiliteracy2026.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1780593643/wwpsorg/mhyzyqobqturt21ejjuv/SealofBiliteracy2026.jpg","width":2200}])
Walla Walla Public Schools is proud to recognize 80 graduating seniors who have earned the prestigious Seal of Biliteracy this year, demonstrating proficiency in English and at least one additional language.
![Garrison MS last recipient of school year to receive “Count on Count” Contest award celebrating Monthly Enrollment Reporting Excellence]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780591993/wwpsorg/cdsjeootmogbr808rdaj/GarrisonCountonCountaward060426.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780591993/wwpsorg/cdsjeootmogbr808rdaj/GarrisonCountonCountaward060426.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780591993/wwpsorg/cdsjeootmogbr808rdaj/GarrisonCountonCountaward060426.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780591993/wwpsorg/cdsjeootmogbr808rdaj/GarrisonCountonCountaward060426.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1780591993/wwpsorg/cdsjeootmogbr808rdaj/GarrisonCountonCountaward060426.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1780591993/wwpsorg/cdsjeootmogbr808rdaj/GarrisonCountonCountaward060426.jpg","width":2200}])
Congratulations to Garrison Middle School’s Secretary Janelle Martinez and the rest of the office team for receiving the Count von Count figurine for demonstrating exceptional accuracy, timeliness and care in submitting their monthly enrollment reports.
![District Names 2025-2026 Staff Achievement Grant Recipients]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780586291/wwpsorg/kzvzm2mauzg9ysrp7wqh/2026StaffAchievementGrantRecipients.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780586291/wwpsorg/kzvzm2mauzg9ysrp7wqh/2026StaffAchievementGrantRecipients.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780586291/wwpsorg/kzvzm2mauzg9ysrp7wqh/2026StaffAchievementGrantRecipients.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780586291/wwpsorg/kzvzm2mauzg9ysrp7wqh/2026StaffAchievementGrantRecipients.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1780586291/wwpsorg/kzvzm2mauzg9ysrp7wqh/2026StaffAchievementGrantRecipients.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1780586291/wwpsorg/kzvzm2mauzg9ysrp7wqh/2026StaffAchievementGrantRecipients.jpg","width":2200}])
Walla Walla Public Schools is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025-2026 Staff Achievement Grants, an honor reserved for those who exemplify the very best of the district.
![Emily Cabbage - Class of 2026 Senior Videos]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780500616/wwpsorg/itfnkmlkqztsyd2rjjc1/EmilyCabbage.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780500616/wwpsorg/itfnkmlkqztsyd2rjjc1/EmilyCabbage.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780500616/wwpsorg/itfnkmlkqztsyd2rjjc1/EmilyCabbage.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780500616/wwpsorg/itfnkmlkqztsyd2rjjc1/EmilyCabbage.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780500616/wwpsorg/itfnkmlkqztsyd2rjjc1/EmilyCabbage.jpg","width":1203}])
Emily Cabbage, Walla Walla High School
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzByQxo2CPQ
![2026 Graduates of Distinction Honored by Walla Walla Public Schools]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780420785/wwpsorg/fcs31vep3vqggcetts0i/2026GraduatesofDistinction.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780420785/wwpsorg/fcs31vep3vqggcetts0i/2026GraduatesofDistinction.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780420785/wwpsorg/fcs31vep3vqggcetts0i/2026GraduatesofDistinction.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780420785/wwpsorg/fcs31vep3vqggcetts0i/2026GraduatesofDistinction.jpg","width":987}])
Walla Walla Public Schools proudly honored five outstanding alumni as its 2026 Graduates of Distinction during a special ceremony Monday evening. Superintendent Dr. Ben Gauyan served as master of ceremonies, recognizing the honorees for their exceptional achievements, leadership, and service to their professions and communities.
![Nahomi Sotelo Navarro - Class of 2026 Senior Video]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780416485/wwpsorg/a93v3smi3b6dkwbucdfz/NahomiSoteloNavarro.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780416485/wwpsorg/a93v3smi3b6dkwbucdfz/NahomiSoteloNavarro.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780416485/wwpsorg/a93v3smi3b6dkwbucdfz/NahomiSoteloNavarro.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780416485/wwpsorg/a93v3smi3b6dkwbucdfz/NahomiSoteloNavarro.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780416485/wwpsorg/a93v3smi3b6dkwbucdfz/NahomiSoteloNavarro.jpg","width":1290}])
Nahomi Sotelo Navarro, Walla Walla High School
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3X2vwH7pXU
![June 2026 Pulse Video]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780412695/wwpsorg/k3uycf8whqptstw7nwhg/DrGauyanPulseGraphic_4.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780412695/wwpsorg/k3uycf8whqptstw7nwhg/DrGauyanPulseGraphic_4.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780412695/wwpsorg/k3uycf8whqptstw7nwhg/DrGauyanPulseGraphic_4.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780412695/wwpsorg/k3uycf8whqptstw7nwhg/DrGauyanPulseGraphic_4.jpg","width":1200}])
![District Leaders Share Update on 2026–2027 General Fund Budget Planning]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780342735/wwpsorg/lr3buh8zdcpaccirbrqp/Budgetvideophoto.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780342735/wwpsorg/lr3buh8zdcpaccirbrqp/Budgetvideophoto.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780342735/wwpsorg/lr3buh8zdcpaccirbrqp/Budgetvideophoto.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1780342735/wwpsorg/lr3buh8zdcpaccirbrqp/Budgetvideophoto.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1780342735/wwpsorg/lr3buh8zdcpaccirbrqp/Budgetvideophoto.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780342735/wwpsorg/lr3buh8zdcpaccirbrqp/Budgetvideophoto.jpg","width":2107}])
Walla Walla Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Ben Gauyan, Assistant Superintendent Chris Gardea, and Fiscal Services Director Janette Jeffris recently produced a video update outlining the district’s planning process for the 2026–2027 General Fund budget.
![Sylvia Bruce - Class of 2026 Senior Video]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1780327078/wwpsorg/ugejjwedvy2l4beooxow/SylviaBruce.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1780327078/wwpsorg/ugejjwedvy2l4beooxow/SylviaBruce.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1780327078/wwpsorg/ugejjwedvy2l4beooxow/SylviaBruce.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1780327078/wwpsorg/ugejjwedvy2l4beooxow/SylviaBruce.jpg","width":1129}])
Sylvia Bruce, Walla Walla High School & SEATech
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqFu3497pg0
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