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![State funding cuts impact local outdoor education programs - By WWPS Foundation Executive Director Elsa Watson]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747343600/wwpsorg/rgkgiuyl1blqyksn2kbh/IntotheBlue2024.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747343600/wwpsorg/rgkgiuyl1blqyksn2kbh/IntotheBlue2024.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747343600/wwpsorg/rgkgiuyl1blqyksn2kbh/IntotheBlue2024.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747343600/wwpsorg/rgkgiuyl1blqyksn2kbh/IntotheBlue2024.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1747343600/wwpsorg/rgkgiuyl1blqyksn2kbh/IntotheBlue2024.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1747343600/wwpsorg/rgkgiuyl1blqyksn2kbh/IntotheBlue2024.jpg","width":2200}])
Dramatic funding cuts at the state level have put Walla Walla Public Schools’ outdoor education programs in peril.
![Walla Walla Public Schools Announces 2025 Graduates of Distinction]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747148243/wwpsorg/t5qlgr0edywmpsdzkzi0/GraduatesofDistinction2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747148243/wwpsorg/t5qlgr0edywmpsdzkzi0/GraduatesofDistinction2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747148243/wwpsorg/t5qlgr0edywmpsdzkzi0/GraduatesofDistinction2025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747148243/wwpsorg/t5qlgr0edywmpsdzkzi0/GraduatesofDistinction2025.jpg","width":1080}])
Walla Walla Public Schools proudly announces the recipients of its 2025 Graduates of Distinction awards.
![Garrison Middle School Jazz Band Wins Top Honor at 2025 Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747074828/wwpsorg/kjooq1p6ai6wtubx59yy/LionelHamptonJazzBandAward2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747074828/wwpsorg/kjooq1p6ai6wtubx59yy/LionelHamptonJazzBandAward2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747074828/wwpsorg/kjooq1p6ai6wtubx59yy/LionelHamptonJazzBandAward2025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747074828/wwpsorg/kjooq1p6ai6wtubx59yy/LionelHamptonJazzBandAward2025.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1747074828/wwpsorg/kjooq1p6ai6wtubx59yy/LionelHamptonJazzBandAward2025.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1747074828/wwpsorg/kjooq1p6ai6wtubx59yy/LionelHamptonJazzBandAward2025.jpg","width":2200}])
Garrison Middle School is proud to announce that its Jazz Band has won Best Large Group in the Junior/Middle Large Group Instrumental Division at the prestigious 2025 Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival, held at the University of Idaho in Moscow.
![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.
![Garrison Student Success Showcase - May 19th]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746469650/wwpsorg/yzeqzfjftlkwsvgqqihq/GMSstudentsuccessshowcase.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746469650/wwpsorg/yzeqzfjftlkwsvgqqihq/GMSstudentsuccessshowcase.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746469650/wwpsorg/yzeqzfjftlkwsvgqqihq/GMSstudentsuccessshowcase.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746469650/wwpsorg/yzeqzfjftlkwsvgqqihq/GMSstudentsuccessshowcase.png","width":970}])
Please mark your calendar for this school-wide event celebrating student work! Join us for dinner, explore the building, and take part in activities throughout the evening. This event is open to all current students and families, as well as our incoming 5th grade students and their families!
![Garrison 8th Grade Recognition - June 3rd]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746466857/wwpsorg/a7dv32nxipzabbpc6oew/GMS-8th-grade-recogntion.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746466857/wwpsorg/a7dv32nxipzabbpc6oew/GMS-8th-grade-recogntion.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746466857/wwpsorg/a7dv32nxipzabbpc6oew/GMS-8th-grade-recogntion.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746466857/wwpsorg/a7dv32nxipzabbpc6oew/GMS-8th-grade-recogntion.jpg","width":1000}])
8th Grade Parents and Students, please join us in celebrating your 8th grader's achievements on June 3rd at 7:00pm. (Students should arrive by 6:30pm)
Informational Slides for Parents:
![Garrison Drama Club Presents “The Day the Internet Died”]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746804922/wwpsorg/cmaoslcjvzcbkununaxl/GarrisonSpringPlay2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746804922/wwpsorg/cmaoslcjvzcbkununaxl/GarrisonSpringPlay2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746804922/wwpsorg/cmaoslcjvzcbkununaxl/GarrisonSpringPlay2025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746804922/wwpsorg/cmaoslcjvzcbkununaxl/GarrisonSpringPlay2025.jpg","width":1147}])
The Garrison Middle School Drama Club is proud to present its spring production, The Day the Internet Died, a lighthearted and timely comedy that explores what happens when the world suddenly goes offline.
![Kids Clothing Drive continues through May 16]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746135100/wwpsorg/nimpvkfpkkpou7ytqjtb/CISClothingDrive.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746135100/wwpsorg/nimpvkfpkkpou7ytqjtb/CISClothingDrive.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746135100/wwpsorg/nimpvkfpkkpou7ytqjtb/CISClothingDrive.jpg","width":794}])
Communities in Schools of the Blue Mountain Region is hosting a Kids Clothing Drive from May 1 to 16, and they’re inviting the entire community to get involved. The goal is to help fill school clothing closets to support students in need throughout the district.
![WAHI Athletics Important Dates]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745953594/wwpsorg/hn4d6nn6sqkyiziuqkaa/WAHIAthletics.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745953594/wwpsorg/hn4d6nn6sqkyiziuqkaa/WAHIAthletics.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745953594/wwpsorg/hn4d6nn6sqkyiziuqkaa/WAHIAthletics.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1745953594/wwpsorg/hn4d6nn6sqkyiziuqkaa/WAHIAthletics.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1745953594/wwpsorg/hn4d6nn6sqkyiziuqkaa/WAHIAthletics.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745953594/wwpsorg/hn4d6nn6sqkyiziuqkaa/WAHIAthletics.png","width":1914}])
Here are some important information in regards to Summer Sports at WA-HI including Cheer, Dance, Girls Soccer, Blue Devil Strength & Conditioning, and Football.
![Teacher Appreciation Week: May 5–9, 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746639156/wwpsorg/g7guozoiizszowq8tbhp/SusieandJudyTeacherAppreciationWeek2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746639156/wwpsorg/g7guozoiizszowq8tbhp/SusieandJudyTeacherAppreciationWeek2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746639156/wwpsorg/g7guozoiizszowq8tbhp/SusieandJudyTeacherAppreciationWeek2025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746639156/wwpsorg/g7guozoiizszowq8tbhp/SusieandJudyTeacherAppreciationWeek2025.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746639156/wwpsorg/g7guozoiizszowq8tbhp/SusieandJudyTeacherAppreciationWeek2025.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1746639156/wwpsorg/g7guozoiizszowq8tbhp/SusieandJudyTeacherAppreciationWeek2025.jpg","width":2200}])
Susie Golden and Judy Hui delivered treats to teachers as a token of appreciation for their dedication, and to thank them for the lasting impact they make every day.