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October 13, 2016

Necessities for success

A Washougal High School senior is hoping to make a difference for local kids in need.

October 13, 2016
Gail Welsh, a retired Skyridge Middle School teacher, is coordinating its 20th anniversary open house on Tuesday, Oct. 18.

Skyridge celebrates 20 years

“You always get in life what you put in. Plant apples and you get apple trees. Plant the seeds of great ideas and get great individuals. The idea of a great school has been planted in the community and Camas is about to get Skyridge Mid School.”

October 6, 2016
Senior Sophia Shafiuzzman is co-directing "Chemo Girl and Other Plays" as a fundraiser for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Light the Night Walk on Saturday. Her co-director is teacher Sean Kelly.

CHS students tackle cancer

When a young person is diagnosed with cancer, how do they maintain the courage to face it?

September 29, 2016
Joshua Giurlani is the director of "Patriots," a short, narrative film about the realities veterans face. (Contributed photo)

Local connections

The streets of downtown Camas were recently the setting for a short film by Portland Art Institute senior Joshua Giurlani.

September 22, 2016
Camas High School marketing teacher Suzie Downs (center) did a summer "externship," with Riverview Community Bank, learning more about social media marketing. (Contributed photo)

Lifelong learning

Internships among high school students have blossomed in recent years, allowing young people to learn new skills and explore potential careers.

September 15, 2016
Superintendent Mike Stromme visits with students at Gause Elementary on the first day of school Wednesday, Sept. 7. (Contributed photo)

New year, new goals

As indicated by the big yellow buses and crowds of children, school is in full swing in Camas and Washougal.