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![Pioneer Middle School Principal Featured on KOMO TV News]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737498524/wwpsorg/xzrf1gnsqzl6prbmergb/KrisDuncanPhoto_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737498524/wwpsorg/xzrf1gnsqzl6prbmergb/KrisDuncanPhoto_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737498524/wwpsorg/xzrf1gnsqzl6prbmergb/KrisDuncanPhoto_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1737498524/wwpsorg/xzrf1gnsqzl6prbmergb/KrisDuncanPhoto_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1737498524/wwpsorg/xzrf1gnsqzl6prbmergb/KrisDuncanPhoto_1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737498524/wwpsorg/xzrf1gnsqzl6prbmergb/KrisDuncanPhoto_1.jpg","width":2189}])
Pioneer Middle School Principal Kris Duncan was recently featured on KOMO TV’s ARC Seattle news program to discuss the district’s innovative new Yondr pouch initiative, which restricts cell phone use during the school day.
![School Board Recognition Month 2025 – Student Representative Spotlight: Eva Maxwell]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737476806/wwpsorg/riflrq8cxmww3pfr3e39/SchoolBoardRecognition2025-EvaMaxwell.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737476806/wwpsorg/riflrq8cxmww3pfr3e39/SchoolBoardRecognition2025-EvaMaxwell.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737476806/wwpsorg/riflrq8cxmww3pfr3e39/SchoolBoardRecognition2025-EvaMaxwell.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737476806/wwpsorg/riflrq8cxmww3pfr3e39/SchoolBoardRecognition2025-EvaMaxwell.jpg","width":1080}])
In celebration of School Board Recognition Month, Walla Walla Public Schools (WWPS) proudly recognizes the outstanding contributions of Eva Maxwell, a dedicated and passionate Student Representative on the WWPS Board of Directors.
![GEAR UP announces new book club read: The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736364047/wwpsorg/d5t7nhcghugda4devjk7/AnxiousGenerationbookstudyJan2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736364047/wwpsorg/d5t7nhcghugda4devjk7/AnxiousGenerationbookstudyJan2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1736364047/wwpsorg/d5t7nhcghugda4devjk7/AnxiousGenerationbookstudyJan2025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736364047/wwpsorg/d5t7nhcghugda4devjk7/AnxiousGenerationbookstudyJan2025.jpg","width":806}])
GEAR UP is excited to announce its next book selection: The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. This insightful book explores the growing mental health crisis among today’s youth and provides valuable perspectives on how social media, technology, and societal pressures have shaped a generation that is more anxious and less resilient than ever before.
![School Board Recognition Month 2025 - School Board Member Spotlight: Ruth Ladderud]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737049082/wwpsorg/jkl0c5t6cturbpoedihf/SchoolBoardRecognition2025-RuthLadderud.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737049082/wwpsorg/jkl0c5t6cturbpoedihf/SchoolBoardRecognition2025-RuthLadderud.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737049082/wwpsorg/jkl0c5t6cturbpoedihf/SchoolBoardRecognition2025-RuthLadderud.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737049082/wwpsorg/jkl0c5t6cturbpoedihf/SchoolBoardRecognition2025-RuthLadderud.jpg","width":1080}])
In celebration of School Board Recognition Month, Walla Walla Public Schools (WWPS) is proud to highlight the remarkable contributions of Ruth Ladderud, a long-standing and dedicated member of the WWPS Board of Directors.
![Winter Reading Challenge]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733250886/wwpsorg/gm5zakuf9w6uull2xxhd/winter-reading-challenge.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1733250886/wwpsorg/gm5zakuf9w6uull2xxhd/winter-reading-challenge.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733250886/wwpsorg/gm5zakuf9w6uull2xxhd/winter-reading-challenge.jpg","width":797}])
Oh, the weather outside is frightful, but inside it’s so delightful. Time to curl up with some good books. Join the Winter Reading Challenge to win amazing prizes including ice cream from Pine Cone Creamery!
![School Board Recognition Month 2025 - School Board Member Spotlight: Terri Trick]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736525766/wwpsorg/civxwq8hcatyi8kutblj/SchoolBoardRecognition2025-TerriTrick.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736525766/wwpsorg/civxwq8hcatyi8kutblj/SchoolBoardRecognition2025-TerriTrick.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1736525766/wwpsorg/civxwq8hcatyi8kutblj/SchoolBoardRecognition2025-TerriTrick.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736525766/wwpsorg/civxwq8hcatyi8kutblj/SchoolBoardRecognition2025-TerriTrick.jpg","width":1080}])
In celebration of School Board Recognition Month, Walla Walla Public Schools is proud to highlight the invaluable contributions of Terri Trick, a dedicated member of the WWPS Board of Directors.
![School Board Recognition Month 2025 - School Board Member Spotlight: Alayna Brinton]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736457424/wwpsorg/jgzcjjsgfbwoajahdzwd/SchoolBoardRecognition2025-AlaynaBrinton.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736457424/wwpsorg/jgzcjjsgfbwoajahdzwd/SchoolBoardRecognition2025-AlaynaBrinton.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1736457424/wwpsorg/jgzcjjsgfbwoajahdzwd/SchoolBoardRecognition2025-AlaynaBrinton.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736457424/wwpsorg/jgzcjjsgfbwoajahdzwd/SchoolBoardRecognition2025-AlaynaBrinton.jpg","width":1080}])
In honor of School Board Recognition Month, we are thrilled to spotlight Alayna Brinton, a dedicated member of the Walla Walla Public Schools (WWPS) Board of Directors.
![School Board Names Superintendent Search Consultant]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736365252/wwpsorg/cactpfvfuhwp7dd3pm3t/HYA-MediaLogo-Color.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736365252/wwpsorg/cactpfvfuhwp7dd3pm3t/HYA-MediaLogo-Color.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1736365252/wwpsorg/cactpfvfuhwp7dd3pm3t/HYA-MediaLogo-Color.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1736365252/wwpsorg/cactpfvfuhwp7dd3pm3t/HYA-MediaLogo-Color.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736365252/wwpsorg/cactpfvfuhwp7dd3pm3t/HYA-MediaLogo-Color.png","width":1500}])
The Walla Walla Public Schools Board of Directors has selected Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates (HYA) of Arlington Heights, IL as the Superintendent Search consultant.
![January 2025 Pulse Video: Superintendent Smith interviews Board President Derek Sarley as part of School Board Recognition Month]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736267433/wwpsorg/of6owhnb8khyfhotruky/websuperintendentpulse.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736267433/wwpsorg/of6owhnb8khyfhotruky/websuperintendentpulse.jpg","width":504}])
In this month’s Pulse video Superintendent Dr. Wade Smith interviews School Board President Derek Sarley in celebration of School Board Recognition Month.
![Superintendent Dr. Wade Smith Announces Departure at End of School Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736179485/wwpsorg/jao1orhuk83hpzn1meug/TwitterWadeSmith_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736179485/wwpsorg/jao1orhuk83hpzn1meug/TwitterWadeSmith_1.jpg","width":400}])
After nearly a decade at the district’s helm, Superintendent Dr. Wade Smith has informed the Walla Walla School Board of his decision to step down at the conclusion of the school year, effective June 30.