News & Updates

Congratulations to students and staff at Ahtanum Valley, Cottonwood, and Wide Hollow!

Students earn and spend their PAWS Buck at Cottonwood Elementary.

Football camp will be held at West Valley High School, June 23-24, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, for kids entering Grades K-8.

WVSD208 "Multicultural Celebration" will be held on Thurs, April 24, 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, at the HS Gym and HS Commons.

Building Futures: WVHS Construction Program Partners with Habitat for Humanity

Soccer camp will be held at West Valley High School, May 27-29, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm, for kids currently in Grades K-5.

Opportunities to review proposed instructional materials in April

Girls basketball camp will be held at West Valley High School, June 17-19, 1 pm - 4 pm, for students entering Grades 1-8.

Boys basketball camp will be held at West Valley High School, June 17-19, 9 am - 12 noon, for students entering Grades 1-8.

Summer volleyball camp will be held at West Valley High School on June 24-26 for students entering Grades 1-8.

If there’s one person who knows the ins and outs of school safety, it’s Klayton Wyckoff.

Information regarding funding, staffing, and budgeting for highly capable services.

Families with young children are invited to join the fun at "Play and Learn" sessions in West Valley!

Student artwork by Milan Ly and Sofia Macias was honored at the ESD105 regional art show.

See Something - Say Something

Update on the elementary Program for Advanced Learners (PAL) for the 2025/26 school year

The annual Daughter Date Dance for students in Grades K-8 will be held at West Valley High School on Sat, March 8, 6 pm - 9 pm with photos beginning at 5 pm.

Tickets are on-sale now!

The West Valley School District honors the history of service of Ester Huey.

The secondary school restroom remodel project has been placed on hold indefinitely to provide more time for the School Board to get additional information about the project and to discuss the project.

Calling all Cowboys - Sons Night Out for Grades K-8 at West Valley Middle School on Sat, Feb. 8, 2025.

Students are Cottonwood Elementary are motivated to read!

Electrocardiogram screening available on Jan. 28 (HS) and Jan. 29 (JH)

WVHS JROTC will lead the Peace Walk.

Learn about instructional materials that will be reviewed this school year.

Fun activities for elementary students on Mon, Dec. 23, 2024 at West Valley High School

Join us on Fri, Dec. 20, 2024, at the WVHS Commons!

"Pathway to the Top" provides post-secondary information

West Valley leads Farm-to-School meals.

We want to hear from you at our Community Café events this October!

Cottonwood will host a Community Cafe on Wed, Oct. 16, 2024, 6 pm - 7 pm. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Olympic Athlete, Clayton Young, got his start with Cottonwood's Mileage Club!

West Valley School District is excited to welcome Stephanie Melton as Assistant Director of Special Education.

WVSD is proud to celebrate our students' diverse abilities and contributions

WVSD is proud to once again participate in the Special Olympics Unified Champion Schools® program.

Sign-up to receive a free book each month for your young child, Birth to Age 5.

West Valley receives Healthy Meals Award

Family Engagement Week

The district will host a community celebration on Wednesday, August 21, from 4:30-6:30 pm, indoors at West Valley High School.

The district's balanced budget for the 2024/25 school year was approved by the Board of Directors on July 23, 2024.

Summer activities are available at Wide Hollow for all elementary students thru August 13, 2024.

Breakfast and Lunch are available for children aged 18 and under thru August 8, 2024.

Strategic Plan for the West Valley School District

Kaylee Guy receives WASA Student Leadership Award

West Valley's JROTC program receives "Honors with Distinction" recognition.

The annual "Farm Day" was a fun event for students of all ages.

High School Principal, Ben McMurry, receives national recognition.

Sixth grade teams shine in Junior Chef competition

Joint concert highlights multi-age collaboration

West Valley parent, Román Torres, shared his message of determination and discipline.

Each year, high school students in Biology class complete a creative project to re-use and re-purpose discarded materials.

Community service is integral to the West Valley School District.

WVHS Future Farmers of America will host the plant sale on Sat, April 27, 2024, 9 am - 3 pm, at the HS Greenhouse.

A budget update from the superintendent

Registration is open now. Please use our website or contact the office at your local elementary school.

Families with children of all ages enjoyed the STEM Showcase at the Innovation Center.

Works of art by two students from West Valley High School have been selected for the state art show.

In honor of Women's History Month, join us in learning about and celebrating Lois Hoff, the first woman to serve on the West Valley School Board.

West Valley students are gaining valuable software skills to help them stand out amongst their peers. Microsoft Certifications are available for grades 7 to 12 and provide a comprehensive and age-appropriate pathway for skill development.

Did you know that West Valley students are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship to Perry Technical Institute through the Pathways to Perry program?

As parents, it's natural to be concerned about your child's well-being. At WVSD, we’re working to help parents and students find resources by offering monthly mental health workshops on topics ranging from anxiety to addiction…learn more.

Students at our Mid-Level Campus are leaders for community service.

Tickets are on sale, now, for Freaky Friday!

Join us on Tues, Feb. 6 at the Innovation Center at 5:30 pm to promote family well-being!

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration will be held in Yakima on Monday, January 15, 2024.

Joyful Learning is a consistent theme at Cottonwood Elementary.

Six blankets for families in need were completed at the All-District Winter Wonderland event.

Students help select new recipes for our Child Nutrition Department.

In a recent event, the District increased outreach for families of students who are Native American.

West Valley High School’s Key Club offers a chance to discover the transformative power of community service and to build enduring friendships, student leader Kyra Copple says.

The Health Science Pathway at the West Valley Innovation Center is shaping the future of health care.

Superhero Social (Jan. 27) and Barbie Date Night (Feb. 24)

West Valley School District celebrates Native American Heritage Month

West Valley’s new Director of Safety and Student Support works to implement Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS).

With a strong connection to his roots as a member of the Cherokee and Klamath Nations, West Valley student Jay Adams-Ray embodies the spirit of Native American Heritage Month.

During Native American Heritage Month, West Valley teacher Shawn John reminds us of the profound importance of honoring diverse cultures and recognizing our origins.

West Valley High School’s annual all-school veterans assembly honors those who have served and invites them to share their stories with our students.

The West Valley High School Marching Band took first place in their division at the 2023 Puget Sound Festival of Bands.

P3 Tips Application alerts Yakima County Crime Stoppers

General Admission tickets for no cost will be allocated on a first come-first serve basis. Doors will open one (1) hour prior to showtime.

Business partners provide guidance for robotics at West Valley.

You are invited to this joyful display of culture for families with children of all ages!

Don't miss the fun for all ages - mark your calendar for Frozen JR.!

Third grade students at Cottonwood Elementary traveled to Salmon la Sac to learn about the life cycle of salmon.

Minerva Pardo’s passion shines through her role as West Valley’s Schools, Family, and Community Engagement Coordinator.

The FBI is warning the public of violent online groups deliberately targeting minor victims.

Tyler Chanthavong completed a Registered Apprenticeship as a student and, then, he was hired full-time by Pexco Aerospace.

Missing school not only puts students behind academically, it can cause students to miss out on important life lessons. School is where kids learn to work together, make friends, and feel a sense of belonging.

Bailey Lowry is a Washington STEM Rising Star

All families with children ages 1 to 5 are welcome!

Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from September 15 to October 15 each year.

Senior Skye Stenehjem shared an inspirational speech with staff members at the All-Staff Back-to-School Rally.

"First day of school" is Wed, Aug. 23, 2023.

All students, families, and staff are invited to the HS Commons!

Summer Reading and STEAM Activities will continue on Tuesdays at Wide Hollow Elementary for the next four weeks: July 25, Aug. 1, Aug. 8, and Aug. 15, 2023.

Update on leadership for the Special Education Department.

After a year of deliberations, discussion, and community input, the West Valley Board of Directors approved a resolution which will allow the District to move forward with several capital projects.

Information about the 2023/24 budget priorities

Let’s team up to support students this summer with Yakima Valley Libraries’ Summer Reading program.

Community members are invited to attend the Public Hearing that will be held on Tuesday, June 20, 7:00 pm at the High School Library.