RaeAnn Allen was selected as the Camas Washougal Rotary Scholar of the Month for March 2014. RaeAnn is a sophomore at Washougal High School and has a GPA of 3.988. Jim Reed, RaeAnn's World History teacher, says "RaeAnn was a standout in my World History class. She was a very hard worker academically. And she is also an exceptional athlete. She has a great personality and is friendly to everyone here at Washougal High School." Her Algebra II teacher, Rochelle Aiton, adds that, "she works hard at everything she does" and "If she sees someone who needs encouragement, she steps in." Rochelle further notes that "she is a no-nonsense, dedicated achiever."
Honors Biology teacher Pauline Rule lists a number of attributes that made RaeAnn an excellent student, describing her as "dedicated to the task at hand, a good self starter and good finisher, a team player, goal driven, friendly, and mature above her peers." Honors Chemistry teacher Bruce Stanton simply says, "she is an excellent honors Chemistry student." RaeAnn is the daughter of Dana and Gregory Allen. Congratulations RaeAnn!
Monday, March 17, 2014
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Tami Grant Earns Interpreter of the Year Award for Sorenson Communications
Tami Grant, Washougal High School American Sign Language (ASL) instructor, was recently recognized as Sorenson Communications 2013 Interpreter of the Year for her significant contributions to the deaf community
“Sorenson Communications is the largest employer of ASL interpreters. I work for the Western Region that stretches from the West Coast to Chicago,” Grant explained. “I was nominated by my co-workers, a fact that humbles me beyond measure. I work with some of the best interpreters out there, so I am still in shock that I won this!”
Chris Wakeland, Sorenson Vice President of Interpreting, announced Grant as the winner saying she was chosen in part for her extensive commitment to the deaf community in and outside of her work at Sorenson. “She is a full time ASL high school teacher, where her students respect and admire her. She directs four ASL productions a year, giving students the opportunity to show off their skills in ASL to the community.” He went on to point out that several of Grants former students work for Sorenson now and she has proven herself a leader inside and outside of the center.
Grant said she feels grateful that she can share the career aspect of the language with her high school students. “I think it is cool that we are teaching a technical education not just a world language with ASL.” Her interpreter job also gives her the opportunity to provide students with insight into the industry and a chance to learn about the very latest technology in use to assist the deaf and hard of hearing.
“I can also bring back real examples of the importance of team work in a job,” Grant explained. When severe winter weather shut down east cost centers, and school was canceled at Washougal, Grant got a hotel room and went to work to cover for those centers not able to open. “Everyone has a right to communication even when the weather is bad and it is difficult to provide the service,” Grant said.
Adding to this honor, Grant is the first interpreter from the Northwest Region, with more than 30 centers, to win Interpreter of the Year. Along with her certificate, Grant was awarded a travel voucher and plans to take her family on a well deserved vacation. “They are so supportive and so helpful to me, that taking them on vacation is something I am thrilled to be able to do with the help of my award!”
Ginnelle Dowdy, Sorenson District Manager, was unable to attend the ceremony, but sent her congratulatory message to Grant via a prerecorded video, and added “it’s kind of a big deal!”
Sorenson Communications uses a Video Relay System to empower the deaf and hard-of-hearing community to communicate with both, deaf and hearing family, friends or business contacts. This free, 24-hour service empowers users to place and receive calls with a professional ASL interpreter via a videophone and a high-speed internet connection. In addition, the services enable hearing callers to contact deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals as well.
“Sorenson Communications is the largest employer of ASL interpreters. I work for the Western Region that stretches from the West Coast to Chicago,” Grant explained. “I was nominated by my co-workers, a fact that humbles me beyond measure. I work with some of the best interpreters out there, so I am still in shock that I won this!”
Chris Wakeland, Sorenson Vice President of Interpreting, announced Grant as the winner saying she was chosen in part for her extensive commitment to the deaf community in and outside of her work at Sorenson. “She is a full time ASL high school teacher, where her students respect and admire her. She directs four ASL productions a year, giving students the opportunity to show off their skills in ASL to the community.” He went on to point out that several of Grants former students work for Sorenson now and she has proven herself a leader inside and outside of the center.
Grant said she feels grateful that she can share the career aspect of the language with her high school students. “I think it is cool that we are teaching a technical education not just a world language with ASL.” Her interpreter job also gives her the opportunity to provide students with insight into the industry and a chance to learn about the very latest technology in use to assist the deaf and hard of hearing.
“I can also bring back real examples of the importance of team work in a job,” Grant explained. When severe winter weather shut down east cost centers, and school was canceled at Washougal, Grant got a hotel room and went to work to cover for those centers not able to open. “Everyone has a right to communication even when the weather is bad and it is difficult to provide the service,” Grant said.
Adding to this honor, Grant is the first interpreter from the Northwest Region, with more than 30 centers, to win Interpreter of the Year. Along with her certificate, Grant was awarded a travel voucher and plans to take her family on a well deserved vacation. “They are so supportive and so helpful to me, that taking them on vacation is something I am thrilled to be able to do with the help of my award!”
Ginnelle Dowdy, Sorenson District Manager, was unable to attend the ceremony, but sent her congratulatory message to Grant via a prerecorded video, and added “it’s kind of a big deal!”
Sorenson Communications uses a Video Relay System to empower the deaf and hard-of-hearing community to communicate with both, deaf and hearing family, friends or business contacts. This free, 24-hour service empowers users to place and receive calls with a professional ASL interpreter via a videophone and a high-speed internet connection. In addition, the services enable hearing callers to contact deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals as well.
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| Jonathan Terpak, Operations Coordinator; Denise Allen, Director of Interpreting Portland Center; Tami Grant, Interpreter of the Year; Tammy Frost-Welburn, Assistant Director Portland Center. |
Sunday, March 9, 2014
Curriculum Night - Class of 2018
Attention Parents and Students of the
Class of 2018
Thursday,
March 13, 2014
6:00 - 7:45
pm
8th Grade
Curriculum and Graduation Requirement Information
Welcome to Washougal High
School! 8th grade students and parents
please join us for a special night of information. You will be able to check out class
offerings, meet our teachers, learn about our various programs, and gain
greater understanding of graduation requirements for the class of 2018.
6:00- 6:30 pm General Information
and Graduation Requirements in the auditorium
We will begin with a welcome from
Mr. Hansen and an overview of the evening events. Each department will provide a brief overview
of your student’s options. Counselors
will provide a brief overview of the graduation requirements.
6:30-7:15 pm Curriculum Fair
Teachers will have information
tables set up and will be available to share details about their classes (WHS
Commons).
7:15-7:45 pm Forecasting Process and General Questions
Optional: Counselors will present
information on WHS’ forecasting process using Career Cruising. Understand how
what your student selects his/her freshmen year will support them in meeting
graduation requirements. Time will also
be provided to answer questions about the forecasting process, AP and Honors
courses, etc. (Washburn Auditorium)
What Happens Next
Washougal HS counselors will be
visiting each middle school for one day to assist students in their final
selection of classes, using the Career Cruising program.
Canyon Creek MS – March 24 Jemtegaard
MS – March 25
If you have any questions or
concerns please contact the WHS Counseling Center at 954-3126 or Main office at
954-3100 or visit our Counseling Website at http://www.washougal.k12.wa.us/whs/departments/counseling.htm. Available at the counseling website is a link
to Career Cruising and the 2014-15 Curriculum Guide.
Washougal High School Honor Roll - 1st Semester
Washougal High School 1st Semester Honor Roll
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