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Stories by Danielle Frost

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September 30, 2014
Camas High School senior Sophie Shoemaker was an intern at the Oregon National Primate Research Center at OHSU this summer. Here, she is pictured with mentor Victoria Roberts.

Exploring their futures

While some teens spent the summer at the river, hanging out with friends, hiking or vacationing, several Camas High School students devoted much of their free time toward potential future careers.

September 30, 2014
Woodburn Elementary School third-grade teacher Tara Obermiller is a state finalist for a national award in math and science instruction. She is one of five teachers from across Washington who will be considered for the honor.

Inspiration through collaboration

A local teacher is one of five state finalists for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.

September 23, 2014
Children participate in pumpkin decorating during the Camas Farmer's Market Harvest Festival.

Celebrating fall, family & fun

With the season changing from summer to fall, there are several happenings in the Camas-Washougal area that will usher in cold, crisp mornings and falling leaves.

September 16, 2014
An "opportunity quilt," also known as the raffle quilt, provides an opportunity for the winner to receive a quilt and proceeds benefit a different local charity each year. In 2013, more than $5,000 was donated to the Vancouver Police Department's K-9 program.

Expression through applique

When eight women met in Iva Lindsay's home in 1974 to organize a quilting group, they never imagined what it would become.

September 16, 2014
Community education programs in Camas and Washougal offer classes and activities for all age levels. Here, elementary students learn how to play chess.

Opportunities for enrichment

Whether you're looking to learn a new skill, work up a sweat or have the kids try something new after school, opportunities abound with Camas and Washougal community education offerings.

September 16, 2014

WSD approves 2014-15 budget

The Washougal School District's 2014-15 budget includes funding for all-day kindergarten and technology improvements at all schools. This year's spending plan is $31.8 million, approximately $1.6 million more than the 2013-14 year.

September 9, 2014
Elida Field hopes to help those who attend her classes discover the artist within themselves.

A new vision

Elida Field has long dreamed of having her own studio. The Camas artist has used her basement and leased in the past, but always desired her own, dedicated space.

September 9, 2014
Susan Asher is enjoying her job as the new associate principal at Camas High School. "The kids are some of the nicest, most polite I have met," she said.

A second home

A former administrator with the Evergreen School District has found a home at Camas High School.