Wenatchee School District 246

Wenatchee School District 246 This page is not a forum for political debate or partisan commentary. Community note. This page is an official communication channel for the WSD.

Through high-quality instruction, social-emotional support, and career-connected learning, we are helping each and every student achieve success and tap into their limitless potential. While we welcome feedback and questions about district operations, programs and facilities, this platform is not a forum for political debate or partisan commentary. To ensure this remains a safe and informative spa

ce for all families and community members, comments that veer into political mudslinging or violate our community guidelines may be hidden or moderated. Thank you for helping to keep the focus on our students and schools. Who We Are
Wenatchee School District is made of six elementary schools, three middle schools, one comprehensive high school, one alternative high school, a K-10 alternative parent partnership school, and a technical skills center that serves our district and others. We are 700 exceptional educators, including full- and part-time certified and classified employees, who take pride in serving the more than 6,800 students who attend WSD schools. Together, our students, teachers, staff, and leadership represent the diversity and richness of Wenatchee, as well as the challenges facing our community. What We Do
We teach, support, and challenge students to excel through high-quality instruction and social-emotional learning. Our goal is to build a foundation of diversity, equity, and inclusion from which all students emerge future-ready. To do this, we have set our “Big 6” Student Outcomes, as well as priorities and action steps to help us get there. Action steps include hiring staff that reflects the diversity of our student body, building the skills and knowledge of our staff through continued professional development, and eliminating systemic barriers for every student. We are also partnering with local business owners to give students career-connected learning opportunities. Many of these initiatives are underway and creating positive change. We are committed to driving progress forward by continuing what’s working, changing what isn’t, and sharing our work with the Wenatchee community. Why It Matters
Students come to our schools with different lived experiences, starting points, and needs. Today, too many of them are not meeting grade-level standards or feeling prepared to seize the opportunities available to them upon graduation. We believe every student has limitless potential and deserves an education that will help them reach their academic and career goals—whatever they may be. That’s why we’re working hard to make WSD a place every student knows they belong and has what they need to succeed.

What’s on the November 3 Ballot?As we begin a new school year, we want to make sure families know about an important ite...
09/01/2026

What’s on the November 3 Ballot?

As we begin a new school year, we want to make sure families know about an important item on the November 3 ballot.

Wenatchee voters will consider a $275 million school construction bond focused on two priorities: replacing most of Wenatchee High School and replacing aging heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems at seven elementary and middle schools.

The proposal is the result of more than three years of facility assessments, planning, and community input. We will continue sharing information throughout the fall. Learn more at www.wenatcheeschools.org/bond.

08/28/2026

Bond FAQ Friday Episode 7 is here and this week Superintendent Kalahar is getting hands-on. 🔧 This episode is all about Career and Technical Education (CTE) at Wenatchee High School and what the bond would mean for one of the most important reasons students choose WHS. A few things that might surprise you:

🎓 Last year WHS students earned 1,871 industry-recognized certificates through CTE. Real credentials with real value to local employers.

⚡ The building is holding back our CTE programs. The district cannot add ad an in-demand program because the building cannot handle the electrical capacity needed for the equipment.

🎿 WHS students are custom manufacturing skis and snowboards at WHS in a trailer behind the school. Because there is no room inside the building.

🌱 The greenhouses and the FFA plant sale our whole community loves? Not going anywhere. Greenhouse space is included in the new campus site plan.

Future-ready programs and a building built for a different era. If the bond is approved by voters on November 3rd, purpose-built CTE spaces with the electrical capacity, ventilation, and infrastructure modern programs require would change that.

📚 wenatcheeschools.org/bond

93 middle and high school students cleared for fall sports. Immunizations updated and healthcare connections made!A huge...
08/28/2026

93 middle and high school students cleared for fall sports. Immunizations updated and healthcare connections made!

A huge thank you to our partners at Columbia Valley Community Health for hosting school clinics at our schools again this summer. This is community partnership at its best. Thank you CVCH, our school nurses, and every WSD staff member who made these clinics possible.

Dr. Bindu Nayak is a physician who has called Wenatchee home for 17 years. In this video, she shares what the science an...
08/28/2026

Dr. Bindu Nayak is a physician who has called Wenatchee home for 17 years. In this video, she shares what the science and local emergency room data tells us about wildfire smoke and the health of children in our community.

Chelan County has some of the most unhealthy air days from wildfire smoke in Washington State. Children are especially vulnerable, and when smoke gets inside aging school buildings, the risks follow them through the school day.

During the fall of 2025, air quality monitors showed unhealthy smoke levels inside Wenatchee High School. Extra air purifiers had to be brought in to help keep the air safer for students and staff. Now, WSD is facing a similar issue and has requested assistance from the Chelan-Douglas Health District.

Wenatchee voters will consider a $275 million bond on November 3, 2026 that, if approved, would rebuild most of WHS with modern insulation and air filtration, and replace aging HVAC systems at schools across the district

📚 wenatcheeschools.org/bond
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2MIQbaO0lg

Dr. Bindu Nayak is a physician who has called Wenatchee home for 17...

Wenatchee Panther Podcast Episode  #2 just dropped. This week, Eric Granstrom talks volleyball and girls soccer with--🏐 ...
08/27/2026

Wenatchee Panther Podcast Episode #2 just dropped. This week, Eric Granstrom talks volleyball and girls soccer with--

🏐 Varsity volleyball coach Jordan McGregor
🏐 Senior setter Jurney Jelsing.

⚽ Varsity girls soccer coach Ashton Kirkpatrick
⚽ Senior midfielder Berkeley Boles

Watch it here on YouTube of stream on your favorite podcast platform
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PAH_sWop7Hg


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The second episode of the Wenatchee Panther Podcast features an ext...

Once-in-a-lifetime opportunities happen in our CTE programs at Wenatchee High School. The discipline, leadership, and ho...
08/26/2026

Once-in-a-lifetime opportunities happen in our CTE programs at Wenatchee High School. The discipline, leadership, and honor of our Air Force Jr. ROTC Color Guard were on full display at Lumen Field for the Seahawks' home opener last weekend. You can catch JAFROTC presenting the colors this fall at Panther Football games and firing the purple cannon at the Apple Bowl! 🇺🇸🫡🐾💜💛

A "WARM" WHS WELCOME // Our newest Panthers received a warm welcome this morning as Freshmen Ignite kicked off. No amoun...
08/26/2026

A "WARM" WHS WELCOME // Our newest Panthers received a warm welcome this morning as Freshmen Ignite kicked off. No amount of HVAC failures can stop the energy our students and staff bring to the WHS community and culture. 🐾 Freshmen get the whole day to orient themselves to the high school and make connections with teachers and peers. Tomorrow, the rest of the school shows up -- 1,900 strong.

They're back, and we couldn't be more excited! Welcome to a new school year full of learning, opportunity, and unlimited...
08/26/2026

They're back, and we couldn't be more excited! Welcome to a new school year full of learning, opportunity, and unlimited potential.



Abraham Lincoln Elementary School

WVTech Renovation Preview:  Tomorrow, Wenatchee Valley Tech opens its doors to several new modern spaces for students th...
08/26/2026

WVTech Renovation Preview: Tomorrow, Wenatchee Valley Tech opens its doors to several new modern spaces for students thanks to a $14 million grant from the state. We tagged along with Superintendent Kalahar for a sneak peek of these future-ready spaces before students arrive.

⚕Medical Occupations and 🪥Dental Assisting have new industry-standard classrooms, labs, and equipment
👩‍🍳Culinary is getting a new cafe and conference/classroom space
👨🏾‍🚒Fire Science's new smoke tower and learning spaces will replicate what it feels like to be in a smoke filled building and fire station.

IMPORTANT FACILITY UPDATE: Three HVAC units at Wenatchee High School have failed, leaving 25 classrooms without cooling....
08/25/2026

IMPORTANT FACILITY UPDATE: Three HVAC units at Wenatchee High School have failed, leaving 25 classrooms without cooling. Our technicians are working on making emergency repairs. The district is also deploying portable fan filtration units to affected areas of the building before tomorrow's Freshman Ignite.

What families need to know:
✅ Freshman Ignite proceeds as scheduled Wednesday, August 26
✅ All students return as scheduled Thursday, August 27
✅ Emergency repairs are actively underway
✅ Portable fan air filtration units will be in place
✅ Indoor air temps and quality will be monitored continuously
✅ Masks are available through the school nurse's office

Families of students with asthma, respiratory conditions, or other health concerns are strongly encouraged to ensure their student has all necessary medications and inhalers with them.

Wenatchee High School will communicate any updates or changes with families and students through ParentSquare.

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Wenatchee, WA
98801

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Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
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