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Walla Walla Public Schools At A Glance
Students
Walla Walla Public Schools educates a diverse population nearly 5,600 students. The district is comprised of two high schools, two middle schools, five elementary schools, the Walla Walla Center for Children and Families (Birth-to-Five services), SEATech Skills Center, Walla Walla Online, Opportunity Program and Homelink. Programs
A broad range of co

urse offerings and programs that are aligned with the Washington State Learning Goals are offered to students at all grade levels. Staffing
Our district employs over 800 staff members - excluding substitutes and part-time coaches. Approximately 398 certificated staff are employed -- 73 percent of whom hold master’s degrees. Each year more than 1,000 volunteers team to provide learning opportunities for students. Local Levy Support
In 2020, Walla Walla Public Schools received a 72 percent YES vote on its replacement levy. Not only was the levy approval rating the highest in Walla Walla in 26 years, it was also the strongest approval rating statewide for All DISTRICTS of similar size and larger, setting the highest of bar for some 145 enrichment levy votes that were on the ballot statewide. Levy approval secures local funding for essential district programs and staff. WWPS FACEBOOK PAGE GUIDELINES
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A New Tradition Rings True: Wa-Hi Spirit Bell to Debut on 9/11 Remembrance NightHistory will ring out at Blue Devil Stad...
09/11/2026

A New Tradition Rings True: Wa-Hi Spirit Bell to Debut on 9/11 Remembrance Night

History will ring out at Blue Devil Stadium tonight as Walla Walla High School’s new Spirit Bell makes its public debut during the varsity football game against Lakeland High School of Rathdrum, Idaho.

Kickoff is at 7 p.m., and the game is free and open to the public. At halftime, first responders, active-duty military members, veterans and others who serve the public will be recognized in remembrance of the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001.

The Spirit Bell has a history of its own. Walla Walla Public Schools received the historic bell last year from Walla Walla County Fire District 4. The bell originally served the Blue Creek School community before becoming part of the fire district’s history.

In August 1979, Walla Walla County Fire District 4 was officially deeded the site where Blue Creek School once stood. By 1980, the district had opened its first fire station up Mill Creek, now known as Station 45. The bell remained at the Mill Creek station for more than 40 years before Fire Chief John Golden offered it to Walla Walla Public Schools, giving the historic bell an opportunity for a new chapter.

That chapter began at SEATech, where students in the Advanced Welding and Manufacturing program took on the challenge of restoring the bell.

When it arrived, the bell was missing its striker. Students designed and fabricated a new one using steel available in the SEATech shop. They also designed and manufactured a custom trailer that allows the heavy bell to be safely and easily transported around Blue Devil Stadium for football games and special events.

Community partners also helped bring the project to life. Tom’s Cycle donated balloon-style tires for the trailer, helping support the substantial weight of the bell while protecting the stadium’s new track surface.

Now, decades after the bell had been last heard, it is ready to ring again. But this time, it will ring for Blue Devil pride.

Tonight’s first public ringing will launch a new tradition at Wa-Hi, one that connects the school’s past with its present, celebrates the craftsmanship of SEATech students and community partners, and gives generations of Blue Devils something new to rally around.

And on a night dedicated to remembering those who serve and those we lost on 9/11, the sound of the Spirit Bell will carry a little more meaning. We hope to see you at the game!

Out & About with Dr. G – Caring for Blue Devil StadiumVIDEO - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsGnisjxAHAWalla Walla Pub...
09/10/2026

Out & About with Dr. G – Caring for Blue Devil Stadium

VIDEO - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsGnisjxAHA

Walla Walla Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Ben Gauyan recently visited Blue Devil Stadium to work alongside Erich Miller and the Facilities and Support Department team responsible for maintaining this outstanding community facility.

Blue Devil Stadium represents an important Capital Levy investment in Walla Walla Public Schools. Keeping this facility in top condition requires daily attention, skill and pride, and Erich and his team do an outstanding job caring for this important district asset.

Out & About with Dr. G takes viewers behind the scenes at schools and facilities across the district, highlighting the people, programs and spaces that make Walla Walla Public Schools special. During each visit, Dr. Gauyan works alongside students and staff to gain a firsthand understanding of their work and the contributions they make to our schools.

The series provides the community with an authentic look at the skill, creativity and dedication happening throughout Walla Walla Public Schools every day, from classrooms and career-training spaces to the teams working behind the scenes to maintain the facilities our students and community rely on.

It’s another way to see in action and the many people working together to provide safe, supportive and successful learning environments for our students.

09/09/2026

Wa-Hi Athletic Director Chris Ferenz reminds everyone all Walla Walla Public Schools athletic events, plays, concerts and school activities are FREE and open to the public. These levy-funded activities enrich the student experience. Come support our students and show your school pride. Thank you Walla Walla!

09/09/2026

It’s Not Too Late to Open Doors!

Are you 11th grade to 21-years-old, not currently attending school, and short on high school credits? The Open Doors Program can help you get back on track toward a GED or high school diploma, at no cost, including GED testing.

With a flexible schedule, plenty of support, and a team that wants to see you succeed, there’s still time to reach your goals!

Contact Program Coordinator Riki Wauchek at [email protected] to learn more and see how we can help!

New Wa-Hi Athletics Sports Recap Feature Keeps Fans Connected!Walla Walla High School Athletics has launched a new featu...
09/08/2026

New Wa-Hi Athletics Sports Recap Feature Keeps Fans Connected!

Walla Walla High School Athletics has launched a new feature on its website designed to help students, families and community members stay connected with Blue Devil varsity sports.

The new Wa-Hi Sports Recap will provide a summary of varsity contests, with the goal of posting recaps the day following each competition. Recaps from games played on Fridays and Saturdays will be posted on the Walla Walla High School Athletics website the following Monday.

The feature provides an easy way for fans to stay up to date on Wa-Hi athletics, celebrate student-athlete accomplishments and follow the success of Blue Devil teams throughout the school year.

We hope you enjoy this new opportunity to stay connected to Walla Walla High School Athletics.

Check out the Sept. 4, 2026 Wa-Hi Sports Recap: https://www.wallawallaathletics.com/news/117040

Wa-Hi Latino Club Earns Fifth ‘Best Community’ Award at Fair Parade!The Walla Walla High School Latino Club earned the “...
09/08/2026

Wa-Hi Latino Club Earns Fifth ‘Best Community’ Award at Fair Parade!

The Walla Walla High School Latino Club earned the “Best Community” Sweepstakes Award for its participation in the Walla Walla County Fair and Frontier Days Parade on Saturday, Sept. 5. This marks the fifth time the club has received the prestigious community award.

This year’s fair theme, “Just Getting Started,” inspired the club’s parade entry, which featured a decorated pickup truck, Latino Club members handing out candy and Latin music adding to the festive atmosphere.

The Walla Walla Fair and Frontier Days is a significant annual event for the Wa-Hi Latino Club, with members contributing their time and energy well before the parade. Since mid-August, club members have been helping prepare the fairgrounds for the event.

In all, 53 people, including Latino Club members, Scouts and friends, contributed 276 hours of community service in preparation for the fair.

Their work included the initial cleaning of the Pavilion area, Flower Building and the Fair’s VIP lounge. Volunteers swept and mopped floors, cleaned glass display cabinets, and washed benches and tables in the outdoor food area.

Club members also helped clean the Education Building, where student projects from Walla Walla Public Schools are displayed during the fair. In addition to cleaning, students helped set up several display areas in the Pavilion.

The club’s continued involvement in the Walla Walla Fair and Frontier Days reflects its commitment to community service and provides students with an opportunity to give back to the community while celebrating their culture and school.

Every Day Counts: Communities In Schools and Walla Walla Public Schools Promote the Importance of Daily AttendanceCommun...
09/08/2026

Every Day Counts: Communities In Schools and Walla Walla Public Schools Promote the Importance of Daily Attendance

Communities In Schools is partnering with Walla Walla Public Schools during the 2026–2027 school year to promote its Every Day Counts attendance awareness campaign, emphasizing the important role regular school attendance plays in student learning, achievement, and long-term success.

The campaign encourages students and families to make daily attendance a priority while recognizing that every day of learning matters. Through community outreach, school-based support, and attendance awareness efforts, Communities In Schools and Walla Walla Public Schools will work together to identify and help remove barriers that may prevent students from attending school consistently.

“At Communities In Schools, we know that consistent attendance is one of the strongest predictors of a student’s success, both in the classroom and beyond," said Katie DePonty, Executive Director of Communities In Schools of the Blue Mountain Region. "Every day in school is a day of opportunity, and Every Day Counts gives us a way to partner directly with families and schools to celebrate the days students show up, while working together on removing whatever gets in the way when they don’t. We’re grateful to Walla Walla Public Schools for making this a shared priority."

Throughout the 2026–27 school year, Communities In Schools will host six themed events, celebrations and competitions at schools across the district to encourage and recognize regular attendance. The activities are designed to build awareness, create positive momentum around attendance and reinforce the message that every day counts.

Communities In Schools is also seeking local business sponsors to help support the attendance activities throughout the school year. The organization’s goal is to reduce the district’s chronic absenteeism rate by three percentage points this year.

“Every day a student is in class is an opportunity to learn, connect, and build relationships that support long-term success,” said Superintendent Dr. Ben Gauyan. “This partnership helps ensure students and families have the resources, support, and encouragement they need to make attendance a priority.”

By partnering with families, schools, Communities In Schools and the broader community, the Every Day Counts campaign aims to help more students attend school regularly, stay connected to learning and have the opportunity to thrive.

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