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![Walla Walla Public Schools Names Finalists for Superintendent Position; Public Forums Thursday, March 27]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742860960/wwpsorg/rdmvzbegnitdx4rvjzlh/SuperintendentFinalists.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742860960/wwpsorg/rdmvzbegnitdx4rvjzlh/SuperintendentFinalists.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742860960/wwpsorg/rdmvzbegnitdx4rvjzlh/SuperintendentFinalists.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742860960/wwpsorg/rdmvzbegnitdx4rvjzlh/SuperintendentFinalists.jpg","width":1080}])
The Walla Walla Public Schools Board of Directors has named three finalists for the district’s superintendent position. The finalists are: Dr. Ben Gauyan, Patricia Rodriguez and Dr. Mark Wenzel.
![6th Grade Field Trip to the Mill Creek Watershed]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742838401/wwpsorg/lgxquhimr0cavwuij7aa/Garrison-6th-grade-Watershed.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742838401/wwpsorg/lgxquhimr0cavwuij7aa/Garrison-6th-grade-Watershed.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742838401/wwpsorg/lgxquhimr0cavwuij7aa/Garrison-6th-grade-Watershed.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742838401/wwpsorg/lgxquhimr0cavwuij7aa/Garrison-6th-grade-Watershed.jpg","width":1000}])
Sixth graders visited the Water & Environmental Center (WEC) and Rooks Park on Thursday, March 20th. Enjoy this video recap!
![Trooper Family Newsletter]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732518223/wwpsorg/tqtqkcz2yzom2jfaq39b/newsletter-graphic.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1732518223/wwpsorg/tqtqkcz2yzom2jfaq39b/newsletter-graphic.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1732518223/wwpsorg/tqtqkcz2yzom2jfaq39b/newsletter-graphic.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1732518223/wwpsorg/tqtqkcz2yzom2jfaq39b/newsletter-graphic.jpg","width":850}])
Stay up-to-date with Garrison Middle School's happenings with our weekly newsletter. Brought to you by Principal Kim Doepker.
![Save the Date! Superintendent Finalists Public Forums Thursday, March 27]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741966707/wwpsorg/ximc6oss38dhvaxn5yvl/SuperintendentSearchbrochurecovergraphic.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741966707/wwpsorg/ximc6oss38dhvaxn5yvl/SuperintendentSearchbrochurecovergraphic.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741966707/wwpsorg/ximc6oss38dhvaxn5yvl/SuperintendentSearchbrochurecovergraphic.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741966707/wwpsorg/ximc6oss38dhvaxn5yvl/SuperintendentSearchbrochurecovergraphic.jpg","width":812}])
Tuesday night representatives from Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates (HYA) provided an update on the Superintendent Search process. Also this week school board members narrowed a diverse applicant field of 28 down to six semi-finalists. Board members will interview the semi-finalists on March 24 and further narrow the field down to three finalists.
![Congratulations to Walla Walla Middle School Bands!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742575345/wwpsorg/di1hsy2hgrjx5zff91us/Band.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742575345/wwpsorg/di1hsy2hgrjx5zff91us/Band.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742575345/wwpsorg/di1hsy2hgrjx5zff91us/Band.jpg","width":704}])
The district is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our Walla Walla middle school bands at the Columbia Basin Music Educators’ Association Band Festival!
• Garrison Middle School 7th & 8th Grade Band – Superior Rating
• Pioneer Middle School 7th & 8th Grade Band – Excellent Rating
![NO SCHOOL APRIL 7-11 - Spring Break 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742574752/wwpsorg/ljvpsajevtlrrkuua2my/SpringBreak2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742574752/wwpsorg/ljvpsajevtlrrkuua2my/SpringBreak2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742574752/wwpsorg/ljvpsajevtlrrkuua2my/SpringBreak2025.jpg","width":612}])
There is NO SCHOOL for all students April 7-11 for Spring Break 2025. Classes resume Monday, April 14.
![Garrison 6th Graders Explored the Mill Creek Watershed]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742573911/wwpsorg/cuucm1dg8jkwwaoasv9s/16thGradeWaterShed032025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742573911/wwpsorg/cuucm1dg8jkwwaoasv9s/16thGradeWaterShed032025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742573911/wwpsorg/cuucm1dg8jkwwaoasv9s/16thGradeWaterShed032025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1742573911/wwpsorg/cuucm1dg8jkwwaoasv9s/16thGradeWaterShed032025.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742573911/wwpsorg/cuucm1dg8jkwwaoasv9s/16thGradeWaterShed032025.jpg","width":1307}])
On Thursday, Garrison’s 6th graders braved chilly and windy conditions to explore our local watershed.
![8th Graders Visit Whitman College]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742568729/wwpsorg/vrbxzvbnw8ravurodfy1/8thgraderWhitmanvisit032025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742568729/wwpsorg/vrbxzvbnw8ravurodfy1/8thgraderWhitmanvisit032025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742568729/wwpsorg/vrbxzvbnw8ravurodfy1/8thgraderWhitmanvisit032025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1742568729/wwpsorg/vrbxzvbnw8ravurodfy1/8thgraderWhitmanvisit032025.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1742568729/wwpsorg/vrbxzvbnw8ravurodfy1/8thgraderWhitmanvisit032025.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1742568729/wwpsorg/vrbxzvbnw8ravurodfy1/8thgraderWhitmanvisit032025.jpg","width":2200}])
This week, Garrison and Pioneer 8th graders visited Whitman College for a day of exploration.
![Garrison 8th Graders visit Whitman College this Week]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742336853/wwpsorg/jflrvrasrynkbu1g68sb/IMG_5403-2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742336853/wwpsorg/jflrvrasrynkbu1g68sb/IMG_5403-2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742336853/wwpsorg/jflrvrasrynkbu1g68sb/IMG_5403-2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742336853/wwpsorg/jflrvrasrynkbu1g68sb/IMG_5403-2.jpg","width":1200}])
On March 17 and 18, 2025, Garrison 8th graders visited Whitman College for a day of exploration. Working in small groups, students had educational sessions in the Planetarium, Sheehan Art Gallery, and with the Geology Department’s stream table. After having lunch in the Hall of Science, students took a campus tour that included Penrose Library, lakum dukum, a walk past residential halls, and the Reid Campus Center.
![Educators from Across the State Visit Walla Walla to Explore Dual Language Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742314974/wwpsorg/zfngrjn7sywdrbhtq5i2/OSPIvisit031425.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742314974/wwpsorg/zfngrjn7sywdrbhtq5i2/OSPIvisit031425.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742314974/wwpsorg/zfngrjn7sywdrbhtq5i2/OSPIvisit031425.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1742314974/wwpsorg/zfngrjn7sywdrbhtq5i2/OSPIvisit031425.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1742314974/wwpsorg/zfngrjn7sywdrbhtq5i2/OSPIvisit031425.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1742314974/wwpsorg/zfngrjn7sywdrbhtq5i2/OSPIvisit031425.jpg","width":2200}])
On Friday, March 14, Walla Walla Public Schools welcomed approximately 25 teachers, specialists, and directors from across Washington eager to learn more about dual language education.
![cavalcade of authors]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742235009/wwpsorg/d4jxsduuc1g2yejbz0sk/cavalcadeofauthors.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742235009/wwpsorg/d4jxsduuc1g2yejbz0sk/cavalcadeofauthors.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742235009/wwpsorg/d4jxsduuc1g2yejbz0sk/cavalcadeofauthors.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742235009/wwpsorg/d4jxsduuc1g2yejbz0sk/cavalcadeofauthors.png","width":1077}])
The Cavalcade of Authors event will be held on April 19th and is open to ALL Garrison students. The bus will depart at 7:15 AM and return at 5:00 PM. Students need to complete and submit a permission slip, available in the library, by March 28th. For any questions, please contact Mrs. Eggart or Ms. Wallingford.
What is Cavalcade of Authors?
![5th to 6th Grade Family Information Night]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742232721/wwpsorg/gejrwgeh9vwtuxbgqpeu/5thto6thgradetransition.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742232721/wwpsorg/gejrwgeh9vwtuxbgqpeu/5thto6thgradetransition.png","width":456}])
As your child prepares to transition to middle school, we invite you to attend our 5th to 6th Grade Family Information Night!
![Seatech summer classes flyer]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742944647/wwpsorg/cknfggipk5glkgbf4tfh/Summer-Programs-Flyer-2025-Final.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742944647/wwpsorg/cknfggipk5glkgbf4tfh/Summer-Programs-Flyer-2025-Final.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742944647/wwpsorg/cknfggipk5glkgbf4tfh/Summer-Programs-Flyer-2025-Final.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1742944647/wwpsorg/cknfggipk5glkgbf4tfh/Summer-Programs-Flyer-2025-Final.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742944647/wwpsorg/cknfggipk5glkgbf4tfh/Summer-Programs-Flyer-2025-Final.jpg","width":1500}])
SEATech offers summer classes for 0.5 (point-five) high school credit to current 8th-11th grade students. Don't miss the opportunity to sign up for Crime Scene to Courtroom, Filmmakers Boot Camp, Health, or Introduction to Manufacturing. View Summer Programs Flyer (PDF)
![yearbook]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737527487/wwpsorg/bdp0rkhrbq59rjmykhbe/yearbook.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737527487/wwpsorg/bdp0rkhrbq59rjmykhbe/yearbook.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737527487/wwpsorg/bdp0rkhrbq59rjmykhbe/yearbook.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737527487/wwpsorg/bdp0rkhrbq59rjmykhbe/yearbook.jpg","width":1000}])
Garrison Yearbooks are now available for purchase!
Take advantage of the pre-sale price of $25 until March 17th, and again from April 28th to May 9th.
You can pay online, or visit the Garrison office to pay by card, cash, or check.
![The Study Spot]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741224199/wwpsorg/yyvr5spwjmimiwtuiiik/studyspot.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741224199/wwpsorg/yyvr5spwjmimiwtuiiik/studyspot.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741224199/wwpsorg/yyvr5spwjmimiwtuiiik/studyspot.png","width":600}])
We're excited to announce that we have launched an after-school tutoring program for students! Tutoring sessions are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:45 PM. Additionally, we offer morning tutoring from 8:00 to 8:45 AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the library. Ms. Hernandez, our Garrison Communities in Schools Coordinator, is available to assist with any class content your child may need help with, in both English and Spanish.
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