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![Spring 2025 State Testing Is Underway]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745518729/wwpsorg/rrhsiasg6o5ptzajmnb9/SmarterBalancedlogo.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745518729/wwpsorg/rrhsiasg6o5ptzajmnb9/SmarterBalancedlogo.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745518729/wwpsorg/rrhsiasg6o5ptzajmnb9/SmarterBalancedlogo.png","width":800}])
Spring Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBA) State testing kicked off this week! Here’s a quick overview to help you prepare and support your student during this important time.
![I AM WWPS Video Series: Featuring Lisa Davis]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745515364/wwpsorg/f1phpnrk14ykm5mbtbv4/LisaDavis.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745515364/wwpsorg/f1phpnrk14ykm5mbtbv4/LisaDavis.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745515364/wwpsorg/f1phpnrk14ykm5mbtbv4/LisaDavis.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1745515364/wwpsorg/f1phpnrk14ykm5mbtbv4/LisaDavis.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1745515364/wwpsorg/f1phpnrk14ykm5mbtbv4/LisaDavis.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745515364/wwpsorg/f1phpnrk14ykm5mbtbv4/LisaDavis.jpg","width":1764}])
The latest installment of the I AM WWPS video series shines a spotlight on Lisa Davis, the dedicated secretary at Berney Elementary.
![Reminder! Friday, April 25, 2025 - Early Dismissal for Students (TTK-12)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744921795/wwpsorg/yftch0e3vfr29c8ytymp/EarlydismissalApril252025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744921795/wwpsorg/yftch0e3vfr29c8ytymp/EarlydismissalApril252025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744921795/wwpsorg/yftch0e3vfr29c8ytymp/EarlydismissalApril252025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1744921795/wwpsorg/yftch0e3vfr29c8ytymp/EarlydismissalApril252025.jpg","width":1080}])
Attention families! Friday, April 25, 2025 - Early Dismissal for Students (TTK-12)
![School Board Honors Volunteers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744926963/wwpsorg/tgmaqx6ipdhplrmm9rn8/VolunteerApprecation2025041525.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744926963/wwpsorg/tgmaqx6ipdhplrmm9rn8/VolunteerApprecation2025041525.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744926963/wwpsorg/tgmaqx6ipdhplrmm9rn8/VolunteerApprecation2025041525.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1744926963/wwpsorg/tgmaqx6ipdhplrmm9rn8/VolunteerApprecation2025041525.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1744926963/wwpsorg/tgmaqx6ipdhplrmm9rn8/VolunteerApprecation2025041525.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1744926963/wwpsorg/tgmaqx6ipdhplrmm9rn8/VolunteerApprecation2025041525.jpg","width":2200}])
April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the incredible contributions of our Volunteer in Person (VIP) volunteers. The VIP Volunteer System plays a vital role in connecting dedicated individuals with schools and programs that benefit from their time and talents.
![5th Grade Outdoor School: An Experience of Adventure and Learning]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744924691/wwpsorg/ijte59k8qhmczn5jbrao/7CampDudley.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744924691/wwpsorg/ijte59k8qhmczn5jbrao/7CampDudley.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744924691/wwpsorg/ijte59k8qhmczn5jbrao/7CampDudley.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1744924691/wwpsorg/ijte59k8qhmczn5jbrao/7CampDudley.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1744924691/wwpsorg/ijte59k8qhmczn5jbrao/7CampDudley.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1744924691/wwpsorg/ijte59k8qhmczn5jbrao/7CampDudley.jpg","width":2200}])
This week and next, Walla Walla Public Schools' 5th graders are making memories under the beautiful skies at YMCA Camp Dudley near White Pass! Students from Prospect Point, Walla Walla Online, and Green Park enjoyed their Outdoor School experience this week, while students from Edison, Berney, and Sharpstein will head to camp early next week.
![Proposed English Language Arts Curriculum Materials Available to View]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744922197/wwpsorg/vc64hwi2xju3a02bbt9x/CurriculumAdoptionCommonLit360.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744922197/wwpsorg/vc64hwi2xju3a02bbt9x/CurriculumAdoptionCommonLit360.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744922197/wwpsorg/vc64hwi2xju3a02bbt9x/CurriculumAdoptionCommonLit360.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1744922197/wwpsorg/vc64hwi2xju3a02bbt9x/CurriculumAdoptionCommonLit360.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1744922197/wwpsorg/vc64hwi2xju3a02bbt9x/CurriculumAdoptionCommonLit360.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1744922197/wwpsorg/vc64hwi2xju3a02bbt9x/CurriculumAdoptionCommonLit360.png","width":1920}])
These materials are available to view in person at the district office starting on Monday, April 21 through Thursday, May 1.
Early dismissal days are an opportunity for staff to participate in professional development opportunities to support student learning.
![School Board welcomes Dr. Ben Gauyan]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744837688/wwpsorg/ngqvfy7s6jsrwycajkyt/DrBenGauyanwithschoolboard041525.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744837688/wwpsorg/ngqvfy7s6jsrwycajkyt/DrBenGauyanwithschoolboard041525.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744837688/wwpsorg/ngqvfy7s6jsrwycajkyt/DrBenGauyanwithschoolboard041525.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1744837688/wwpsorg/ngqvfy7s6jsrwycajkyt/DrBenGauyanwithschoolboard041525.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1744837688/wwpsorg/ngqvfy7s6jsrwycajkyt/DrBenGauyanwithschoolboard041525.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1744837688/wwpsorg/ngqvfy7s6jsrwycajkyt/DrBenGauyanwithschoolboard041525.jpg","width":2200}])
New Superintendent Dr. Ben Gauyan is in Walla Walla this week to begin his superintendent transition planning.
![April 2025 Pulse Video with Superintendent Smith]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744315630/wwpsorg/jjkhzjg122rsrlwxabwv/websuperintendentpulse_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1744315630/wwpsorg/jjkhzjg122rsrlwxabwv/websuperintendentpulse_1.jpg","width":504}])
In this month’s Pulse video update, Superintendent Dr. Wade Smith shares several important district highlights and welcomes a new leader to the Walla Walla Public Schools family.
![Berney Talent Show 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743803576/wwpsorg/pwergto7cvzasq03zv9f/berney-talent-show-2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743803576/wwpsorg/pwergto7cvzasq03zv9f/berney-talent-show-2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743803576/wwpsorg/pwergto7cvzasq03zv9f/berney-talent-show-2025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743803576/wwpsorg/pwergto7cvzasq03zv9f/berney-talent-show-2025.jpg","width":1080}])
Thank you to all of the performers and families who participated and attended this years Talent Show held at Walla Walla High School on March 27th.