Brendon Moen, Washougal High School freshman, is the first student in the Washougal District to earn a Microsoft 2013 Word Master Certification as a part of the Microsoft IT Academy (ITA). Moen had to pass five exams (Word, Word Expert 1 & 2, Excel and one optional test). He passed two optional exams, 2013 PowerPoint and One Note.
WHS teaches ITA through the Computer Applications classes. “This program started late spring of 2013 and since then students have passed over 200 tests,” said Katherine Sturdyvin-Scobba, WHS yearbook and digital photography teacher. “The program has shown an increase in participants and has prepared them in the application of Microsoft Office products in the academic and job arenas.”
Microsoft ITA is a partnership between The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and Microsoft to provide the training at all Washington high schools. Microsoft ITA bridges the gap between the world of education and the world of work. It boosts Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education statewide and the employability and global competitiveness of our students and future workforce.
Thursday, May 21, 2015
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Washougal High School Offers Varsity Letter Program for Students’ Community Service Efforts
Five Washougal High School students who demonstrated commitment to their school and community through documented volunteer service work have earned a varsity letter for that effort. Letters were earned by senior, Bryce Samwell; juniors Nick Costa-Stange and Deni Ortiz; and freshmen Michael Stevens and Bridgette McCarthy. The community service varsity letter program was launched in June 2013. Last year, a single student, Nicole Gamble, earned the distinction.
“It is wonderful to provide recognition that is very meaningful to students for the time and energy they put forth volunteering,” said Marsha Spencer, Washougal High School Career Technical Education Director. “We believe this program helps to support positive interaction between Washougal students and the community and help to inspire a habit of service that these students will have for a lifetime.”
To earn a varsity letter, students must complete and document at least 150 hours of qualifying community service hours. That requirement is based on an estimate of hours needed for practice to participate in a varsity high school sport. No more than 50 of their volunteer hours can to be school-related. The balance must be earned in the community, such as work with churches, service organizations, non-profit organizations, 4H and scouts.
The Washougal students will be recognized by the Camas/Washougal Rotary at their weekly morning meeting on May 21.
“The recognition is nice,” said Samwell. “But it is not why we do this,” Samwell earned many of his volunteer hours at Legacy Salmon Creek at the help desk, discharging patients, delivering food, and helping to guide visitors to where they need to go.
McCarthy was able to learn about conservation and the environment through her volunteer work at the Portland Zoo. “I worked to educate the public about animals and habitat and how to protect them,” she said. “We even went to elementary schools and talked about recycling and the positive affect it has on Black Bears.” McCarthy said that she personally learned a lot about the environment and its effects on everything around us. She also enjoyed the challenge of educating a variety of age groups. “I learned how to talk at different levels to different audiences,” she said. Rounding out her volunteer work, McCarthy also volunteered with UNITE Washougal Community Coalition.
With an eye on a career in law enforcement, Stevens completed this community service work as a part of the Clark County Explorer Post 893. A portion of that time was learning skills through the Washington Law Enforcement Exploders’ Auxiliary Academy. “The training is in Yakima, WA in the summer and winter so it is either really hot or really cold.” Stevens said. “I learned everything from social contact to practice on the shooting range. I also learned things like report writing and traffic stop protocol.” Stevens plans to study computer science after high school to provide a variety of options in a law enforcement career. Stevens also volunteered as a lifeguard at the Camas Pool.
“I feel like I am making a difference in the community,” McCarthy added. “I encourage others to try for this varsity letter. It is really fun and you can learn a lot while volunteering. Plus it is nice to get recognized for something you are out there doing that other people may not know about.”
Community Service Varsity Letter program forms and more information, such as what type of volunteer work qualifies, can be found at the WHS website at www.washougal.k12.wa.us/whs/departments/counseling.htm.
“Volunteerism assists students to gain experiences to help qualify them for various scholarships, bolster their college applications and for use on their resumes,” said Spencer. “The WHS varsity letter program provides another reason to get involved and help provide them with the recognition they deserve.”
“It is wonderful to provide recognition that is very meaningful to students for the time and energy they put forth volunteering,” said Marsha Spencer, Washougal High School Career Technical Education Director. “We believe this program helps to support positive interaction between Washougal students and the community and help to inspire a habit of service that these students will have for a lifetime.”
To earn a varsity letter, students must complete and document at least 150 hours of qualifying community service hours. That requirement is based on an estimate of hours needed for practice to participate in a varsity high school sport. No more than 50 of their volunteer hours can to be school-related. The balance must be earned in the community, such as work with churches, service organizations, non-profit organizations, 4H and scouts.
The Washougal students will be recognized by the Camas/Washougal Rotary at their weekly morning meeting on May 21.
“The recognition is nice,” said Samwell. “But it is not why we do this,” Samwell earned many of his volunteer hours at Legacy Salmon Creek at the help desk, discharging patients, delivering food, and helping to guide visitors to where they need to go.
McCarthy was able to learn about conservation and the environment through her volunteer work at the Portland Zoo. “I worked to educate the public about animals and habitat and how to protect them,” she said. “We even went to elementary schools and talked about recycling and the positive affect it has on Black Bears.” McCarthy said that she personally learned a lot about the environment and its effects on everything around us. She also enjoyed the challenge of educating a variety of age groups. “I learned how to talk at different levels to different audiences,” she said. Rounding out her volunteer work, McCarthy also volunteered with UNITE Washougal Community Coalition.
With an eye on a career in law enforcement, Stevens completed this community service work as a part of the Clark County Explorer Post 893. A portion of that time was learning skills through the Washington Law Enforcement Exploders’ Auxiliary Academy. “The training is in Yakima, WA in the summer and winter so it is either really hot or really cold.” Stevens said. “I learned everything from social contact to practice on the shooting range. I also learned things like report writing and traffic stop protocol.” Stevens plans to study computer science after high school to provide a variety of options in a law enforcement career. Stevens also volunteered as a lifeguard at the Camas Pool.
“I feel like I am making a difference in the community,” McCarthy added. “I encourage others to try for this varsity letter. It is really fun and you can learn a lot while volunteering. Plus it is nice to get recognized for something you are out there doing that other people may not know about.”
Community Service Varsity Letter program forms and more information, such as what type of volunteer work qualifies, can be found at the WHS website at www.washougal.k12.wa.us/whs/departments/counseling.htm.
“Volunteerism assists students to gain experiences to help qualify them for various scholarships, bolster their college applications and for use on their resumes,” said Spencer. “The WHS varsity letter program provides another reason to get involved and help provide them with the recognition they deserve.”
Wednesday, April 15, 2015
9th Annual Japanese Festival - WHS Commons, April 25, 2015
The Japanese Program students are currently organizing the 9th annual Japanese Festival. It will be held from 11am to 3:30pm on April 25th (Saturday). The address of the event is 1201 39th St. Washougal, WA 98671
The theme for this year’s event is “Friends.” One of our first year Japanese students designed a sweatshirt for our Japanese program, and she used the symbol, “Friends,” and her classmates loved the design. In fact, we decided to use “friends” as our festival theme this year.
During the festival, the highlight event is always the cultural performance at Washburn Performance Art Center Auditorium between 1:00pm to 2:30pm. This year, we are inviting professional performers to share Taiko drums, Okoto string instruments, and traditional dance on the stage. The Taiko drummers are elementary school students from Portland, Oregon. They came to perform last year, and they are coming back this year as well. Their performance is inspiring for anyone to see because it vividly shows that they practice rigorously.
Moreover, there will be Kimono demonstrators, and they are the newcomers for the festival this year. They are Japanese ladies from Japan and volunteer to show their Kimono dresses and explain why and how they are wearing them. This should be very interesting because a set of Kimono dresses is very expensive and it is rare to see and hear the Japanese ladies reveal why and how on the stage.
At the commons, there will be cultural displays and demonstrations including how to experience a flower arrangement and calligraphy, how to learn Kendo swordsmanship, and how to create Origami paper crafts. There will be Japanese food dishes; for instance, Curry & Rice, Udon noodle soup, Okonomiyaki pizza, Green tea ice cream, Ramune drinks, and snacks. Also, we will sell raffle tickets. The prizes will be a gift certificate from Uwajimaya (a Japanese grocery store), Japanese products, and other items donated by local Japanese companies.
Everything including the concert tickets, raffle tickets, and food items are all under $5 each. Approximately 150 to 200 people attend the festival every year. We are looking forward to seeing you all!
The theme for this year’s event is “Friends.” One of our first year Japanese students designed a sweatshirt for our Japanese program, and she used the symbol, “Friends,” and her classmates loved the design. In fact, we decided to use “friends” as our festival theme this year.
During the festival, the highlight event is always the cultural performance at Washburn Performance Art Center Auditorium between 1:00pm to 2:30pm. This year, we are inviting professional performers to share Taiko drums, Okoto string instruments, and traditional dance on the stage. The Taiko drummers are elementary school students from Portland, Oregon. They came to perform last year, and they are coming back this year as well. Their performance is inspiring for anyone to see because it vividly shows that they practice rigorously.
Moreover, there will be Kimono demonstrators, and they are the newcomers for the festival this year. They are Japanese ladies from Japan and volunteer to show their Kimono dresses and explain why and how they are wearing them. This should be very interesting because a set of Kimono dresses is very expensive and it is rare to see and hear the Japanese ladies reveal why and how on the stage.
At the commons, there will be cultural displays and demonstrations including how to experience a flower arrangement and calligraphy, how to learn Kendo swordsmanship, and how to create Origami paper crafts. There will be Japanese food dishes; for instance, Curry & Rice, Udon noodle soup, Okonomiyaki pizza, Green tea ice cream, Ramune drinks, and snacks. Also, we will sell raffle tickets. The prizes will be a gift certificate from Uwajimaya (a Japanese grocery store), Japanese products, and other items donated by local Japanese companies.
Everything including the concert tickets, raffle tickets, and food items are all under $5 each. Approximately 150 to 200 people attend the festival every year. We are looking forward to seeing you all!
Tuesday, April 14, 2015
Rotary Scholar of the Month for April 2015: Christian Schicker
Christian Schicker was selected as the Camas Washougal Rotary Scholar of the Month for April 2015. Christian is a sophomore at Washougal High School and has a 4.0 GPA. Pauline Rule, Christian’s Honors Biology Teacher, says “Christian is an exceptional young man endowed with exceptional intelligence.” She adds that “He reasons quickly and accurately, making him an outstanding problem solver,” and that he “is a team player and works well with anyone.” She noted that Christian “is respectful, friendly, and goes with the flow, adjusting his focus as needed.”
Christian’s Spanish Teacher, Brian Eggleston, describes as “unique in his diligence, talents, and his desire to learn.” He also added that “Raúl”, as he’s known in Spanish class, clearly enjoys acquiring new concepts and skills, and he then applies them creatively for practice and self-improvement. In class Christian asks thoughtful questions, helps others in their learning, and sets a notable example of self-discipline and respect.” Eggleston also notes that Christian’s “positive attitude is contagious, to the point that any student he works with I know will come to understand better the material at hand and appreciate the interaction. His pursuit of self-improvement extends across the curriculum and to soccer, as well, where he is known as an excellent and reliable player to his coach and peers. Christian looks to new tasks and challenges not so much as obstacles, but rather as opportunities for valuable growth.” Eggleston also shared that “Christian is a fantastic asset to Washougal High School, and I know that here and throughout his future he will continue to serve as a uniquely positive example to those around him.”
Algebra II Teacher Rochelle Aiton shared that “Christian is a joy to have in class. He comes in with a smile with his homework completed, and ready to take on whatever the new day brings. He is not just intelligent, but thorough and thoughtful. He asks pertinent questions and helps his peers when he can.
Christian is the son of Linda and Harvey Goodling. Congratulations, Christian!
Christian’s Spanish Teacher, Brian Eggleston, describes as “unique in his diligence, talents, and his desire to learn.” He also added that “Raúl”, as he’s known in Spanish class, clearly enjoys acquiring new concepts and skills, and he then applies them creatively for practice and self-improvement. In class Christian asks thoughtful questions, helps others in their learning, and sets a notable example of self-discipline and respect.” Eggleston also notes that Christian’s “positive attitude is contagious, to the point that any student he works with I know will come to understand better the material at hand and appreciate the interaction. His pursuit of self-improvement extends across the curriculum and to soccer, as well, where he is known as an excellent and reliable player to his coach and peers. Christian looks to new tasks and challenges not so much as obstacles, but rather as opportunities for valuable growth.” Eggleston also shared that “Christian is a fantastic asset to Washougal High School, and I know that here and throughout his future he will continue to serve as a uniquely positive example to those around him.”
Algebra II Teacher Rochelle Aiton shared that “Christian is a joy to have in class. He comes in with a smile with his homework completed, and ready to take on whatever the new day brings. He is not just intelligent, but thorough and thoughtful. He asks pertinent questions and helps his peers when he can.
Christian is the son of Linda and Harvey Goodling. Congratulations, Christian!
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Washougal High School 1st Semester Academic All-Stars
Each semester at Washougal High School each department recognizes students from each grade level who consistently demonstrated the type of qualities and behaviors that attribute to a "top academic performance". Students are given an Academic All-Star Certificate and are recognized at grade level assemblies.
Through this recognition, the WHS staff is able to share our appreciation for many of our students who consistently demonstrate skills that potentially attribute to their success in the classroom. The following list provides a brief overview of the skills, work habits and character traits common among the students recognized: Critical Thinking, Problem-solving, Perseverance, Self-direction, Self-discipline, Oral and Written Communication, Adaptability, Leadership, Collaboration/Teamwork
| AWARD | STUDENT | GRADE |
| American Sign Language | Madisen Baldwin | 12 |
| Anatomy & Physiology | Ellie Schmid | 12 |
| Anatomy & Physiology | Kaycee Zieman | 12 |
| Anatomy & Physiology | Maddie Gregory | 12 |
| AP Calculus | Maddie Gregory | 12 |
| AP Government | Adam Krout | 12 |
| AP Government | Jacqueline Steffanson | 12 |
| AP Physics | Adam Krout | 12 |
| Chemistry | Art Boyer | 12 |
| CTE - Applied Math | Miranda Lynch | 12 |
| CTE - Child Development | Emily Perkins | 12 |
| CTE - Computer Apps. | Lena Hunsbedt | 12 |
| CTE - FACSE | Beverly Carlson | 12 |
| CTE - FACSE | Jolynn Wenick | 12 |
| CTE - Intro Drafting | Sam Barnes | 12 |
| CTE - Intro Drafting | Art Boyer | 12 |
| CTE - Metal Arts | Heather Deulen | 12 |
| CTE - Woodworking I | Shad Holsinger | 12 |
| Fine Arts - Art | Brittani hauzen | 12 |
| Fine Arts - Band | Maddie Gregory | 12 |
| Fine Arts - Choir | Savanna Engbrecht | 12 |
| Fine Arts - Drama | Sean Larson | 12 |
| Marine Biology | Patrick Neill | 12 |
| Marine Biology | Karina Miller | 12 |
| Medical Terminology | Chelsa Jensen | 12 |
| Medical Terminology | Tyler Bancke | 12 |
| Physical Education | Art Boyer | 12 |
| Physical Education | Beverly Carlson | 12 |
| Social Studies | Carly Morris | 12 |
| Spanish III | Karina Miller | 12 |
| AWARD | NAME | GRADE |
| American Sign Language | Abigail Lawrence | 11 |
| Anatomy & Physiology | Courtney Shelley | 11 |
| Anatomy & Physiology | Cassie Tran | 11 |
| Anatomy & Physiology | Katie Desimone | 11 |
| AP U.S. History | Joshua Bischoff | 11 |
| AP U.S. History | Taylor Billups | 11 |
| Biology | Shondreka Luke | 11 |
| Biology | Taylor Billups | 11 |
| Chemistry | Wiwin Hartini | 11 |
| CTE - Child Development | Dakota Payne | 11 |
| CTE - Computer Apps. | DeAundre Summers | 11 |
| CTE - Drafting/CAD II | Hunter Blackburn | 11 |
| CTE - FACSE | Austin Kleha | 11 |
| CTE - FACSE | Evelyn Walcott | 11 |
| CTE - Metals III | Lucas Varner | 11 |
| CTE - Woodworking I | Evelyn Walcott | 11 |
| Fine Arts - Band | Becca Bennett | 11 |
| Fine Arts - Choir | Shelbi Langston | 11 |
| Fine Arts - Drama | Kailey Dayton | 11 |
| German II | Joshua Bischoff | 11 |
| German III | Chris Mishler | 11 |
| Japanese III | Mitchell Myers | 11 |
| Marine Biology | Bailey Hammond | 11 |
| Physical Education | Jennifer Wilson | 11 |
| Physical Education | Lee Campen | 11 |
| PreCalculus | Joshua Bischoff | 11 |
| PreCalculus | Aisha Marcos | 11 |
| Social Studies | Riley Coffman | 11 |
| Social Studies | Aisha Marcos | 11 |
| Social Studies | Taylor Brown | 11 |
| Spanish I | Wiwin Hartini | 11 |
| Spanish II | Taylor Brown | 11 |
| Spanish III | Courtney Shelley | 11 |
| AWARD | NAME | GRADE |
| Algebra II | Ryan Krout | 10 |
| Algebra II | Meghan Jackson | 10 |
| American Sign Language | Mialisa Oster | 10 |
| Anatomy & Physiology | Luke Toepfer | 10 |
| AP World History | Ryan Krout | 10 |
| Biology | Hannah Couture | 10 |
| Biology | Ryan Perkins | 10 |
| Chemistry | Kiersten Parker | 10 |
| CTE - Carpentry I | Luis Farias | 10 |
| CTE - Carpentry I | Andromeda Kolbe | 10 |
| CTE - Computer Apps. | Ryan Krout | 10 |
| CTE - Computer Apps. | Matthew Kutchera | 10 |
| CTE - Digital Photography | Ashley Lamb | 10 |
| CTE - Digital Photography | Kiersten Parker | 10 |
| CTE - Drafting | Tanner Braun | 10 |
| CTE - FACSE | Audrey Smith | 10 |
| CTE - FACSE | Rory Csanky | 10 |
| CTE - Metals I | Joseph Allyn | 10 |
| CTE - Small Engine | Alex Bancroft | 10 |
| English | Brooklynn Bailey | 10 |
| English | Meghan Jackson | 10 |
| English | Robert Wayper | 10 |
| English | Dabrielle Lowman | 10 |
| English | Kiersten Parker | 10 |
| English | Anna Stanton | 10 |
| English | Breanna Rushford | 10 |
| English | Hannah Lintala | 10 |
| English | Christian Schicker | 10 |
| Fine Arts - Art | Ryan Perkins | 10 |
| Fine Arts - Band | Robby Wayper | 10 |
| Fine Arts - Choir | Laura Dills | 10 |
| Fine Arts - Drama | Jocob Dye | 10 |
| Honors Biology | Tai Barnett | 10 |
| Honors Biology | Anna Stanton | 10 |
| Honors Biology | Christian Schicker | 10 |
| Japanese II | Lauren Scott | 10 |
| Medical Terminology | Maralee Dakolios | 10 |
| Medical Terminology | Robert Linde | 10 |
| Physical Education | Savannah Metz | 10 |
| Social Studies | Meghan Jackson | 10 |
| Spanish II | Ryan Krout | 10 |
| Spanish II | Miles Roberts | 10 |
| Spanish IV | Steven Salazar | 10 |
| AWARD | NAME | GRADE |
| Algebra I | Alexis Maniscalco | 9 |
| Algebra I | Owen Jenkins | 9 |
| American Sign Language | Kimberly Kanning | 9 |
| AP World History | Emma Hein | 9 |
| Biology | Maggie Hungerford | 9 |
| Biology | Anna Sharp | 9 |
| Biology | Braelyn Higdon | 9 |
| Biology | Jalen Watts | 9 |
| Biology | Kaitlyn Eck | 9 |
| Biology | Anthony Esse | 9 |
| Chemistry | Brendon Moen | 9 |
| CTE - Computer Apps. | Levi Collins | 9 |
| CTE - Computer Apps. | Emily McNeale | 9 |
| CTE - FACSE | Kevin Klackner | 9 |
| CTE - FACSE | Kyel Fisher | 9 |
| CTE - Intro Drafting | Matthew Norvell | 9 |
| CTE - Metal Arts | Giovonie Gallamore | 9 |
| English | Jalen Watts | 9 |
| English | Katherine Boon | 9 |
| English | Andrea Gonzalez | 9 |
| English | Alex Wilmoth | 9 |
| English | Rebekah Muir | 9 |
| English | Rebekah Schilling | 9 |
| English | Julianne Ramme | 9 |
| Fine Arts - Art | Anna Stanton | 9 |
| Fine Arts - Choir | Jessie Larson | 9 |
| Fine Arts - Drama | Samantha Eakins | 9 |
| Geometry | Braelyn Higdon | 9 |
| German I | Jeanine Jones | 9 |
| Honors Biology | Marcus Bennett | 9 |
| Honors Biology | Phoebe Walker | 9 |
| Honors Biology | Emma Hein | 9 |
| Honors English | Josh Hight | 9 |
| Japanese I | Matthew Norvell | 9 |
| Medical Terminology | Jared Davis | 9 |
| Physical Education | Alexis Maniscalco | 9 |
| Physical Education | Alec Langen | 9 |
| Social Studies | Robert Wayper | 9 |
| Social Studies | Austin Evans | 9 |
| Social Studies | Luke Olson | 9 |
| Social Studies | Kyel Fisher | 9 |
| Spanish I | Tessa Anderson | 9 |
| Spanish I | Andrea Gonzalez | 9 |
| Spanish I | Josh Hight | 9 |
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
Rotary Scholar of the Month for March 2015: Brooke Otto
Brooke Otto was selected as the Camas Washougal Rotary Scholar of the Month for March 2015. Brooke is a sophomore at Washougal High School and has a GPA of 3.683. Linda Barnes, CTE teacher, says Brooke is “cheerful, conscientious, and very positive” and adds that she is a “good influence on her peers.” Her history teacher, Jeff Condon, describes Brooke as “always smiling and kind to her peers.”
Brooke’s Geometry teacher, Karen Wysaske, relates that “Brooke is an exemplary student and well liked by classmates. She works hard to keep up and do good work in Geometry.” She further adds that “She works well with her partner and is always cheerful. She is eager to share and asks great questions. I really enjoy having her in class!” Brooke is the daughter of Corey and Terri Otto. Congratulations, Brooke!
Brooke’s Geometry teacher, Karen Wysaske, relates that “Brooke is an exemplary student and well liked by classmates. She works hard to keep up and do good work in Geometry.” She further adds that “She works well with her partner and is always cheerful. She is eager to share and asks great questions. I really enjoy having her in class!” Brooke is the daughter of Corey and Terri Otto. Congratulations, Brooke!
Wednesday, March 4, 2015
Watercare Industrial Services Student Achievement Highlight - March 205
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| Crystal Chase |
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| Heather Deulen |
WHS Senior Heather Deulen consistently sets the bar high, establishes priorities and gets the job done. In the process, this outstanding, positive, helpful student also encourages her peers to be the best they can be. Heather is motivated as a student and highly competitive as an athlete. She is someone who constantly asks questions to get a deeper understanding of the material. Heather enlightens the classroom with her positive behavior. Because she brings a light to everything she does, we predict a bright future for Heather.
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