VPS Now: Safety Edition
Our latest newsletter focuses on keeping students safe, knowing what to expect in an emergency, and making sure families have the resources they need.
Mapping Our Future: Understanding & Insight Sessions
Superintendent Dr. Rocky Torres-Morales invites VPS students, staff, families, and community members to join him for one of six Understanding & Insight Sessions this September.
Welcome Back Message from Superintendent Dr. Rocky Torres-Morales
Dr. Rocky Torres-Morales welcomes Vancouver Public Schools families to the 2026–27 school year and looks forward to connecting with students and families across the district.
VPS now: 8-19-2026 Español | Русский | Fóósun Chuuk
Get ready for the 2026-27 school year with important back-to-school dates, school supply lists, bus routes, immunization information and more.
School Registration Intake Center | Inscripción Escolar | Центр Регистрации | Rechister ngeni ekkewe sukkun
For all students who are new to or re-enrolling at VPS who need assistance with enrollment.
Message from the principal
Dear River Students and Families, I hope the summer is going well! We are so excited about the upcoming year! We will build off of the momentum that developed last year and continue to grow as a River community. This is truly a special place and I can’t wait to continue our work together! [...]
First Day of School 2026
We’re looking forward to welcoming back all of our students and families! Here is some important information ahead of the first day of school. Tuesday, Aug. 25 First day of school, grades 1-5, 6, & 9 Wednesday, Aug. 26 First day of school, grades 7-8, & 10-12 Friday, Aug. 28 First day of school for [...]
Free Back-to-School Immunization & Sports Physical Clinics
The first day of school is just around the corner! To help your family be ready on day one, we'll be hosting FREE immunization clinics and sports physicals in partnership with Legacy Health and Family Medicine of SW Washington.
Parking At Columbia River
As the school year starts, it is a great time to review Parking expectations at Columbia River. To keep our parking lots safe and user friendly, we ask that staff, students, and families follow these guidelines during school hours: Staff parking is marked "Staff" - these spots are reserved for staff only Visitor parking is [...]
Fantastic Fees & Photo Day
It's Back to School time, and that means it's time for your School Photo and ID card! Fantastic Fees & Photo Days will be held on Wednesday, 8/19 and Thursday, 8/20 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. School photos are used for Yearbook photos for students in grades 9-11. The same photo is used for [...]