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![Walla Walla Public Schools Announces 2025 Graduates of Distinction]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747148243/wwpsorg/t5qlgr0edywmpsdzkzi0/GraduatesofDistinction2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747148243/wwpsorg/t5qlgr0edywmpsdzkzi0/GraduatesofDistinction2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747148243/wwpsorg/t5qlgr0edywmpsdzkzi0/GraduatesofDistinction2025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747148243/wwpsorg/t5qlgr0edywmpsdzkzi0/GraduatesofDistinction2025.jpg","width":1080}])
Walla Walla Public Schools proudly announces the recipients of its 2025 Graduates of Distinction awards.
![Surprise visit honors Washington School Recognition Program Outstanding Achievement]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746716971/wwpsorg/ctnauycbcpabb8zjeyda/WASchoolRecognitionCertificatesSpring2025withphotos050825.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746716971/wwpsorg/ctnauycbcpabb8zjeyda/WASchoolRecognitionCertificatesSpring2025withphotos050825.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746716971/wwpsorg/ctnauycbcpabb8zjeyda/WASchoolRecognitionCertificatesSpring2025withphotos050825.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746716971/wwpsorg/ctnauycbcpabb8zjeyda/WASchoolRecognitionCertificatesSpring2025withphotos050825.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746716971/wwpsorg/ctnauycbcpabb8zjeyda/WASchoolRecognitionCertificatesSpring2025withphotos050825.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746716971/wwpsorg/ctnauycbcpabb8zjeyda/WASchoolRecognitionCertificatesSpring2025withphotos050825.jpg","width":2000}])
Yesterday, Assistant Superintendent Chris Gardea and Executive Director of Teaching and Learning Christy Krutulis visited Green Park, Prospect Point, and Sharpstein Elementary Schools, as well as Pioneer Middle School, to personally congratulate staff for their schools’ recognition by the Washington School Recognition Program.
![5th Grade Bell Ringing]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746122349/wwpsorg/md1jlqvysntkoxeo9jnh/prospect-point-bell-ringing-ceremony.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746122349/wwpsorg/md1jlqvysntkoxeo9jnh/prospect-point-bell-ringing-ceremony.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746122349/wwpsorg/md1jlqvysntkoxeo9jnh/prospect-point-bell-ringing-ceremony.jpg","width":752}])
As the school year comes to a close, we are excited to celebrate our amazing 5th graders with a special tradition — the End-of-Year Bell Ringing Ceremony!
![Kids Clothing Drive continues through May 16]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746135100/wwpsorg/nimpvkfpkkpou7ytqjtb/CISClothingDrive.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746135100/wwpsorg/nimpvkfpkkpou7ytqjtb/CISClothingDrive.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746135100/wwpsorg/nimpvkfpkkpou7ytqjtb/CISClothingDrive.jpg","width":794}])
Communities in Schools of the Blue Mountain Region is hosting a Kids Clothing Drive from May 1 to 16, and they’re inviting the entire community to get involved. The goal is to help fill school clothing closets to support students in need throughout the district.
![Four Walla Walla Schools Honored by Washington State School Recognition Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746562631/wwpsorg/uraab4e1owbvqtx8kbeu/OSPISchoolRecognitions050625.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746562631/wwpsorg/uraab4e1owbvqtx8kbeu/OSPISchoolRecognitions050625.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746562631/wwpsorg/uraab4e1owbvqtx8kbeu/OSPISchoolRecognitions050625.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746562631/wwpsorg/uraab4e1owbvqtx8kbeu/OSPISchoolRecognitions050625.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746562631/wwpsorg/uraab4e1owbvqtx8kbeu/OSPISchoolRecognitions050625.jpg","width":1292}])
Walla Walla Public Schools is proud to announce that four of its schools have been recognized by the Washington State School Recognition Program for outstanding performance during the 2023-2024 school year.
![May Pulse Video Highlights Student Success, Community Partnerships and Facility Improvements]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746545587/wwpsorg/id7v2mrw6xr93wlc8bj6/websuperintendentpulse_2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746545587/wwpsorg/id7v2mrw6xr93wlc8bj6/websuperintendentpulse_2.jpg","width":504}])
In the May 2025 edition of the Pulse video, Superintendent Dr. Wade Smith congratulates Green Park, Sharpstein, and Prospect Point Elementary Schools, along with Pioneer Middle School, for being recognized by the Washington School Recognition Program for their outstanding performance during the 2023–2024 school year.
![Talent Show]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743699080/wwpsorg/zhslnpwe1zfi5wxus15l/talent-show.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743699080/wwpsorg/zhslnpwe1zfi5wxus15l/talent-show.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743699080/wwpsorg/zhslnpwe1zfi5wxus15l/talent-show.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743699080/wwpsorg/zhslnpwe1zfi5wxus15l/talent-show.jpg","width":1000}])
Join us for some fun as our Superstars put on a Talent Show on Thursday, May 15 from 6:30-7:30pm in the school gym.
![running kids]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724459644/wwpsorg/lxvtvfvcfjwdufy5ycmn/Runningkids.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724459644/wwpsorg/lxvtvfvcfjwdufy5ycmn/Runningkids.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724459644/wwpsorg/lxvtvfvcfjwdufy5ycmn/Runningkids.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724459644/wwpsorg/lxvtvfvcfjwdufy5ycmn/Runningkids.png","width":906}])
Miles Club will run every Wednesday for 10 weeks and takes about 25 minutes from start to finish each day. Scan cards as the kids run, put the cards away, and you’re done! It’s easy, fun, the kids love it, and we can’t do it without you!
Miles Club is every Wednesday.
Visit with your child, get to know their friends, and connect with other parents for only 25 minutes per week!
![Teacher Appreciation Week: May 5–9, 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746639156/wwpsorg/g7guozoiizszowq8tbhp/SusieandJudyTeacherAppreciationWeek2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746639156/wwpsorg/g7guozoiizszowq8tbhp/SusieandJudyTeacherAppreciationWeek2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746639156/wwpsorg/g7guozoiizszowq8tbhp/SusieandJudyTeacherAppreciationWeek2025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746639156/wwpsorg/g7guozoiizszowq8tbhp/SusieandJudyTeacherAppreciationWeek2025.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746639156/wwpsorg/g7guozoiizszowq8tbhp/SusieandJudyTeacherAppreciationWeek2025.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1746639156/wwpsorg/g7guozoiizszowq8tbhp/SusieandJudyTeacherAppreciationWeek2025.jpg","width":2200}])
Susie Golden and Judy Hui delivered treats to teachers as a token of appreciation for their dedication, and to thank them for the lasting impact they make every day.
![National School Nurse Day – May 7, 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746630857/wwpsorg/xvcgdcmnnc4j3g23qven/095792d3053f41b2981c438ce5937871.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746630857/wwpsorg/xvcgdcmnnc4j3g23qven/095792d3053f41b2981c438ce5937871.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746630857/wwpsorg/xvcgdcmnnc4j3g23qven/095792d3053f41b2981c438ce5937871.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746630857/wwpsorg/xvcgdcmnnc4j3g23qven/095792d3053f41b2981c438ce5937871.png","width":1200}])
Join us in celebrating National School Nurse Day as we recognize the essential role school nurses play in ensuring the health, safety and academic success of all students.