Lester Brown

The Regular Meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance. The Consent Agenda included the approval of accounts payable across General, ASB, and Capital Projects Funds, as well as payroll for November 2025. Personnel actions involved the appointment of several Winter Coaches and general staff appointments. Following the consent approval, new and re-elected Board Directors took the Oath of Office. Informational presentations covered updates from student representatives regarding the Jostens Renaissance Conference, student experiences, and ongoing work to draft an AI policy. The Resource Optimization Workgroup provided an update on its focus areas: future programmatic needs, long-range capital investment planning, and school consolidation. Action items included the unanimous approval of committee members for renewal levies (pro committee) and the unanimous approval to proceed with contract negotiations with R&C Management for Construction Management services. Board comments touched upon topics such as post-secondary progress tracking, a high school event, and concerns regarding vaping issues. The Superintendent's Update highlighted district events and activities, including forthcoming information about the levy. During general citizen comments, concerns were raised regarding transportation safety, record keeping, alleged retaliation, and potential alterations of records related to a specific student's case. The meeting concluded with adjournment.

The session began with a Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a presentation from student representatives regarding Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. Key discussion points included the variety of CTE pathways offered, such as STEM, nursing, and building apprenticeships, and associated opportunities like dual credit, certifications, and work-based learning experiences. Student leaders discussed the importance of CTE in providing career insight, developing life skills, and fostering community contribution. The presentation also covered CTE clubs like FBLA, HOSA, and Skills USA, noting that February is CTE Awareness Month, which the district champions through local events and political activism like the 'Day on the Hill.' Student leaders shared successes regarding competition advancements to the state level and the value of these programs for future employment. Board updates included recognizing the North County Honor Band event, which showcased significant student participation and dedication. Other updates noted the 100th day of school approaching, a recent Valentine's Day dance, and support for the high school basketball teams.

The meeting included organizational proceedings, such as the election of the President and Vice President. A significant portion of the meeting involved reports from student representatives. Middle school representatives discussed the recent student demonstration concerning ICE, noting student polarization and misunderstandings, and provided feedback on the improved engagement and variety in club night activities. They also discussed the calendar planning meeting, focusing on the proposal for a week-long break in February (Option C) and its impact on student morale versus summer break length. High school representatives presented insights on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in classrooms for tasks like research, studying, and summarizing notes, while also raising concerns about energy usage and screen time related to AI adoption. Additionally, the middle school representatives shared results from an 8th-grade survey regarding high school transition topics, such as resume building and AP class information availability.

This Ends Report reviews the performance against the 2019-2025 Strategic Plan Goals and introduces the subsequent 2026-2031 Strategic Plan. The new strategic plan is structured around three core goals: establishing a solid academic foundation with high expectations, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment, and cultivating authentic learning partnerships with students, families, and the wider community.

This Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) outlines the Washougal School District's anticipated capital facility needs, schedule, and financing plan for improvements from 2022 to 2027, in compliance with the Washington State Growth Management Act. The plan focuses on three critical areas: land acquisition for future school sites, infrastructure modernization, and enhanced safety and outdoor learning environments. The overall aim is to provide safe, functional, and supportive learning environments that equip students with essential skills and contribute to a strong, connected community.