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In partnership with families and community, Walla Walla Public Schools ensures a culture of equity and belonging, where every student achieves ambitious levels of learning through relevant and rigorous educational experiences.
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in challenging and supporting all students.
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that quality instruction is critical to student success.
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in elevating student voice and agency.
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![Sign Up Now! Blue Devil Strength and Condition program kicks off soon!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750088642/wwpsorg/wredlvkq0uni9kddkenf/BDSC20246.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750088642/wwpsorg/wredlvkq0uni9kddkenf/BDSC20246.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750088642/wwpsorg/wredlvkq0uni9kddkenf/BDSC20246.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1750088642/wwpsorg/wredlvkq0uni9kddkenf/BDSC20246.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1750088642/wwpsorg/wredlvkq0uni9kddkenf/BDSC20246.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1750088642/wwpsorg/wredlvkq0uni9kddkenf/BDSC20246.jpg","width":2200}])
This summer, Walla Walla High School is proud to offer an exciting and comprehensive opportunity for student-athletes to elevate their performance through the Blue Devil Strength and Conditioning (BDSC) program. Running Monday through Thursday, June 23 – August 13, the BDSC program is designed to help athletes build strength, improve mobility and stay healthy during the off-season.
![Explore a New Pathway to Teaching: WEA Apprenticeship Residency in Teaching Informational Meeting]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750087710/wwpsorg/pixiscoiik9luuylmgcv/ResidencySummer2025Meeting.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750087710/wwpsorg/pixiscoiik9luuylmgcv/ResidencySummer2025Meeting.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750087710/wwpsorg/pixiscoiik9luuylmgcv/ResidencySummer2025Meeting.jpg","width":791}])
Walla Walla Public Schools, in partnership with the Walla Walla Valley Education Association, is excited to host an informational meeting about the Washington Education Association’s innovative Apprenticeship Residency in Teaching (ART) program. This groundbreaking initiative offers a unique opportunity to “earn while you learn” as you pursue a career as a Special Education teacher.
![Join us! Superintendent Smith Farewell Celebration]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749227019/wwpsorg/lok0yf1lcvm6lk8cpzhx/DrWadeSmith.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749227019/wwpsorg/lok0yf1lcvm6lk8cpzhx/DrWadeSmith.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749227019/wwpsorg/lok0yf1lcvm6lk8cpzhx/DrWadeSmith.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1749227019/wwpsorg/lok0yf1lcvm6lk8cpzhx/DrWadeSmith.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749227019/wwpsorg/lok0yf1lcvm6lk8cpzhx/DrWadeSmith.jpg","width":1600}])
Walla Walla Public Schools invites the community to a special farewell reception in honor of Superintendent Dr. Wade Smith, who will be concluding his distinguished nine-year tenure with the district.
![Summer 2025: Wa-Hi Sports Programs & Blue Devil Strength and Conditioning (BDSC)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749569322/wwpsorg/kgwbehgvisbst0b555zr/2025SummerBDSC.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749569322/wwpsorg/kgwbehgvisbst0b555zr/2025SummerBDSC.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749569322/wwpsorg/kgwbehgvisbst0b555zr/2025SummerBDSC.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1749569322/wwpsorg/kgwbehgvisbst0b555zr/2025SummerBDSC.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749569322/wwpsorg/kgwbehgvisbst0b555zr/2025SummerBDSC.png","width":1280}])
This summer, Walla Walla High School is proud to offer an exciting and comprehensive opportunity for student-athletes to elevate their performance through the Blue Devil Strength and Conditioning (BDSC) program.
![Sharpstein Elementary Principal to step down; interim named; Edison Elementary Principal takes new position in the community; interim named]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749509993/wwpsorg/c4ts8v5qqjisgebomba7/ElementaryPrincipalChanges060925.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749509993/wwpsorg/c4ts8v5qqjisgebomba7/ElementaryPrincipalChanges060925.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749509993/wwpsorg/c4ts8v5qqjisgebomba7/ElementaryPrincipalChanges060925.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749509993/wwpsorg/c4ts8v5qqjisgebomba7/ElementaryPrincipalChanges060925.jpg","width":1080}])
Leadership transitions are on the horizon at two Walla Walla Public Schools elementary campuses as the district prepares for the 2025-2026 school year.
![Walla Walla Public Schools Launches Largest Electric Bus Fleet in Washington]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749494601/wwpsorg/mwlexxamtwzpl3esx9bz/2EVBusRibbonCutting060925.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749494601/wwpsorg/mwlexxamtwzpl3esx9bz/2EVBusRibbonCutting060925.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749494601/wwpsorg/mwlexxamtwzpl3esx9bz/2EVBusRibbonCutting060925.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1749494601/wwpsorg/mwlexxamtwzpl3esx9bz/2EVBusRibbonCutting060925.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1749494601/wwpsorg/mwlexxamtwzpl3esx9bz/2EVBusRibbonCutting060925.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1749494601/wwpsorg/mwlexxamtwzpl3esx9bz/2EVBusRibbonCutting060925.jpg","width":2200}])
Walla Walla Public Schools marked a historic milestone today with the official launch of its new electric bus fleet during a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Southeast Washington Transportation Cooperative.
![Walla Walla Public Schools Announces Summer Office Hours]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749483065/wwpsorg/hnips5plni1uyvradhu2/Summertime.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749483065/wwpsorg/hnips5plni1uyvradhu2/Summertime.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749483065/wwpsorg/hnips5plni1uyvradhu2/Summertime.jpg","width":779}])
As summer break begins, Walla Walla Public Schools is adjusting its office hours for the summer months.
![Week in Review - May 30, 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748628539/wwpsorg/ue1curdimqagosawrje6/WeekinReview053025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1748628539/wwpsorg/ue1curdimqagosawrje6/WeekinReview053025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748628539/wwpsorg/ue1curdimqagosawrje6/WeekinReview053025.jpg","width":695}])
Click HERE to read the May 30, 2025 Week in Review newsletter.
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