Washougal School District

08/27/2026

Washington state law (RCW 46.61.370) outlines when drivers must stop for school buses. On a two-lane road, drivers traveling in both directions must stop when the bus’s flashing red lights or retractable stop sign are activated.

On roads with three or more marked lanes, drivers traveling in the opposite direction are not required to stop. The same exception applies to highways divided into separate roadways. However, drivers traveling in the same direction as the bus must always stop.

Drivers who illegally pass a stopped school bus face a mandatory $500 fine that cannot be waived, reduced, or suspended.

The Washington state Department of Licensing's Driver Guide reminds drivers to continue watching for children along the roadway even after a bus's red lights stop flashing and its stop sign is retracted.

As school buses fill Washington's roads again, drivers should drive with caution and patience. When in doubt, stop!

Photo credit: Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)

08/13/2026

Clark County Public Health has shared several free and low-cost options for families who need back-to-school immunizations. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Please bring your student’s immunization records.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL CLINICS

Sea Mar Community Health Center – Fourth Plain
Saturday, August 15
9 AM–2 PM.
6100 NE Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver
Call to schedule: 360-947-2550

Sea Mar Community Health Center – East Vancouver
Saturday, August 15
9 AM–2 PM.
19005 SE 34th St., Vancouver
Call to schedule: 360-726-6720

Sea Mar Community Health Centers also offer Year-round Immunizations at all of their locations.

08/12/2026

Visit our back to school website to get all the information you need for a great first day of school.

School Offices re-open when our secretaries come back on August 18, and the first day of school is September 1!
Learn more at https://www.washougal.k12.wa.us/back-to-school

08/03/2026

The City of Washougal is hosting Movies in the Park this month - a free outdoor movie series at Hathaway Park.

Join us on three Saturday evenings:
• Aug. 15 – Hoppers
• Aug. 22 – Project Hail Mary
• Aug. 29 – Animal Farm

Pre-show activities begin around 7 p.m., and movies start at dusk (about 8 p.m.). Enjoy fresh POPCORN at each showing, too!

Bring a blanket or low-back chair, dress for the evening weather, and enjoy a fun night with family, friends, and neighbors. A limited number of noise-dampening headphones will also be available for attendees who prefer a quieter experience.
Learn more at https://cityofwashougal.us/MovieNight.

08/03/2026

The City of Washougal and the Washougal Police Department are excited to invite the community to National Night Out TOMORROW (Tuesday, August 4, 2026) at Hathaway Park. The event will begin at 6:00 p.m. and promises an evening filled with fun, family-friendly activities.

This year's festivities at Hathaway Park will include a variety of exciting activities, including:

•Cassius Challenge Police Obstacle Course
•Ice Cream Floats
•K-9 & Drone Demos
•Free Bike Helmets
•Family-Friendly Games

Learn more at https://www.cityofwashougal.us/nationalnightout

08/01/2026

Camas Washougal Firefighters are bringing back Rain in the Park to Hathaway Elementary TODAY - Saturday August 1st. This is a FREE event for all youth interested in having a little fun.

Your city firefighters will make it rain at Hathaway Elementary School, using a fire engine and water cannon. Feel free to stop by the engine to say hello - kids can get a fire hat and sticker.

WHEN: Saturday, August 1, 2026 from 2:00 - 2:30 pm
WHERE: In Washougal at Hathaway Elementary School on the school playground adjacent to E. St.
WHO: Kids of all ages
WHAT: Cool off under the fire engine spray

07/31/2026

Camas Washougal Firefighters are bringing back Rain in the Park to Hathaway Elementary on Saturday August 1st. This is a FREE event for all youth interested in having a little fun.

Your city firefighters will make it rain at Hathaway Elementary School, using a fire engine and water cannon. Feel free to stop by the engine to say hello - kids can get a fire hat and sticker.

WHEN: Saturday, August 1, 2026 from 2:00 - 2:30 pm
WHERE: In Washougal at Hathaway Elementary School on the school playground adjacent to E. St.
WHO: Kids of all ages
WHAT: Cool off under the fire engine spray

07/30/2026

The City of Washougal and the Washougal Police Department are excited to invite the community to National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at Hathaway Park. The event will begin at 6:00 p.m. and promises an evening filled with fun, family-friendly activities.

This year's festivities at Hathaway Park will include a variety of exciting activities, including:

•Cassius Challenge Police Obstacle Course
•Ice Cream Floats
•K-9 & Drone Demonstrations
•Free Bike Helmets
•Family-Friendly Games

Learn more at https://www.cityofwashougal.us/nationalnightout

07/26/2026

The Washougal Art Group will be at the Washougal Arts Festival next weekend selling items to raise money for the WSD Meal program. Consider buying some art from local artists and supporting students through a purchase.

They will have paintings at various prices up to $75, gift bags $3 or 4 for $10, and hand woven Lavender Sachets $2 or 3 for $5.

Visit the Festival website to learn more about this great local event.
https://washougalarts.org/washougal-arts-festival/

07/16/2026

Join the Washougal Arts & Culture Alliance for the 10th anniversary Art & Music Festival, in downtown Washougal on Saturday, August 1 from 9-3 PM.

This great, family-friendly community event includes activities for youth and adults and highlights our talented artists and musicians.

https://washougalarts.org/washougal-arts-festival/

🎉 Celebrating 10 Years of Art, Music, and Community! 🎨🎶

The Washougal Arts and Culture Alliance is proud to present the 10th Annual Washougal Arts and Music Festival on Saturday, August 1, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Reflection Plaza in downtown Washougal.

This year’s poster celebrates the artists whose artwork has appeared on festival posters throughout the past ten years: Liz Pike, Cyndee Star, Wilson Cady, Travis London, Suzanne Grover, Anni Furness, Tamara Dinius, Shirley Bishop, Sandy Moore, and Sharon Agnor.

Join us for a day filled with:
✨ 20 regional artists
🎶 Live music by local songwriters presented by Washougal Songcraft Festival🎨 Children's art activities
🤝 Community connection through creativity and the arts

📅 Saturday, August 1
⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Reflection Plaza, Downtown Washougal

Admission is free!

Learn more at www.washougalarts.org