Spokane County School Districts
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CENTRAL VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Serving an 80-square-mile area in the Spokane Valley, we strive to ensure optimal learning opportunities for the more than 12,600 students attending our 22 schools. We offer high quality academic and co-curricular programs for students in grades K-12, pre-school and a variety of learning support and highly-capable programs. In the Central Valley School District, our primary focus is student learning. MISSION STATEMENT: Inspiring and empowering learners to be contributing citizens in our changing world.
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CHENEY SCHOOL DISTRICT
In the Cheney Public Schools we recognize that the accomplishment of our goals, as outlined in our Strategic Initiatives, is dependent upon three shared values to which we have committed to assure a climate and culture that is respectful of all individuals associated with our school district. Our Shared Values include: Caring and Respect for Self and Others – Relationships in the Cheney Public Schools are characterized by genuine respect and caring for self and others. We are understanding, kind, and positive. We address misunderstandings and conflicts in a healthy manner. We recognize and respect differences. We appreciate, support and help one another, and serve those in need. Integrity – We exemplify integrity by setting a positive example for others. We take responsibility for our decisions, admit our mistakes, learn from them, and stand up for our beliefs. Relationships among community, staff, and students are built upon the foundation of commitment, confidentiality, honesty, and respect. Pursuit of Excellence – In the pursuit of excellence, we work collaboratively to enhance our effectiveness. We are well informed, well prepared, and committed to uphold high expectations and quality education for all in the Cheney Public Schools.
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DEER PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT
Deer Park is located in the beautiful Inland Northwest. Surrounded by fields, forests, lakes and wildlife our city sits in the middle of a large valley, with mountains in three directions and Spokane approximately 20 miles to the south. Deer Park presently has a population of well over 3,000 within the city limits, while an additional 12,000 live within 15 minutes of the downtown area. Our district consists of five schools, housed in six buildings. Preschool through second grade students are served at Deer Park Elementary School. Arcadia Elementary School is home to students in grades three through five and Deer Park Middle School has a grade six through eight configuration. Deer Park High School is a four-year high school, serving students in grades nine through twelve. DPHS also has an alternative high school program. Our District's fifth school is “Home-Link,” a very successful parent partnership program serving 500 students in grades K – 12. Home-Link runs out of two sites, the newly remodeled Clayton School (listed on the National Historic Register) and the A.R. Hegre Building in Deer Park. The Hegre Building also serves as the school district's central office; the district office administrators have offices in a portion of this building, remodeled in 2003.
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EAST VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPOKANE)
East Valley School District encompasses approximately 100 square miles, extending from Butler Road east to the Idaho border and from the Spokane River north to the foothills of Mount Spokane. Through the efforts of our dedicated teachers, leadership, support staff and partners, we continually strive for academic excellence and building our future - our children. EVSD Mission Statement: East Valley School District will inspire all students to achieve academic excellence and to become responsible citizens.
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EDUCATIONAL SERVICE DISTRICT 101
At NEWESD 101 we are proud to serve and support 59 public school districts and 45 state-approved private schools in seven counties in eastern Washington (Adams, Ferry, Lincoln, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens, and Whitman). We promote educational excellence by delivering essential, cooperative services to schools and other learning communities. Our commitments include: Assisting schools and other learning communities in preparing students for success; Maintaining strong, supportive, mutually beneficial relationships with schools and other educational partners; Providing quality service and value; Blending entrepreneurial imagination and public service spirit. NEWESD 101 mission statement: NorthEast Washington Educational Service District 101 promotes educational excellence by delivering essential, cooperative services to schools and other learning communities.
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FREEMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Mission Statement: The Freeman School District is the center of a unique, rural community. With pride, commitment and caring, we provide a safe environment for all students to experience meaningful, rigorous learning opportunities that allow them to dream and develop into capable, confident and ethical members of the 21 st Century. To realize our mission, we commit to: ? Honoring Freeman’s past while keeping an eye to the future. ? Balancing a traditional small school feeling with big school offerings. ? Building upon a long history of strong relationships among students, staff, parents and the community. ? Providing all students with the tools necessary for the 21 st Century. ? Acting on the belief that all students can learn and deserve our best efforts.
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GREAT NORTHERN SCHOOL DISTRICT
Great Northern School District is a K-6 elementary school located just northwest of Spokane off of Old Trails Road. Our annual student enrollment varies from 35 to 45 students. The District was established over 100 years ago and is located in a building originally constructed in 1912. It is plain that our quality staff and small class sizes can serve the needs of the individual student. Coupled with a caring community of parents and neighbors, our students go on to other districts confident and well prepared. Kids do come first.
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LIBERTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Liberty is a small rural school district twenty miles south of Spokane serving the communities of Spangle, Fairfield, Latah, Waverly, Plaza and Mt. Hope. We provide a comprehensive educational program for 410 students in grades K-12 including FFA, FBLA, robotics, AP courses in English, math, and Spanish as well as interscholastic sports in grades 7-12. Small class sizes and a close family atmosphere combine for success through individual attention and high accountability. Our Mission: The Liberty School District staff and communities strive to ensure a quality education that maximizes each student's potential. We provide educational experiences that teach essential academic learnings to develop responsible, contributing citizens who are life-long learners. We recognize diversity, promote self-discipline, accountability, and respect for self and others in a safe, caring environment.
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MEAD SCHOOL DISTRICT
The Mead District: • A top, traditional high school, Spokane-area graduation rate: 91% (3 year average) • SAT scores well above state and national averages • Newsweek has ranked both our high schools among “America’s Best High Schools” • US News & World Report has ranked Mead HS among top 3% of US public high schools • 85% of graduates pursue post-secondary degrees • Top ranked in Spokane area by school rating sites: publicschoolreview.com, schooldigger.com, greatschools.com, neighborhoodscout.com • Parenting magazine rates the Spokane area America’s “Top Education City”. RICH ACADEMICS AND ACTIVITIES: • Elementary schools, in addition to core academics, offer music (band, choir, orchestra), intramural sports and Quest, a program for gifted students • High schools offer 256 courses including an advanced placement program, music (orchestra, band, jazz, choir), art, drama, languages, Project-Lead-The-Way engineering and bio-med courses, plus vocational classes offered in house and at the Skills Center • One of only three districts statewide to be named a S.T.E.M. Lighthouse District, teaching accelerated science, technology, engineering and mathematics - only district in the state to receive a $25,000 grant in conjunction with this designation • 65% of high school students participate in co-curricular and extra-curricular programs and athletics.
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NINE MILE FALLS SCHOOL DISTRICT
Located northwest of Spokane, 65.5 square mile Nine Mile Falls School District follows both sides of the Spokane River (which is dammed to create Lake Spokane, aka Long Lake) approximately 30 meandering miles from Seven Mile Road on its southern boundary to Scoop Mountain on the northern edge. Providing for the success of each child through educational excellence.
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ORCHARD PRAIRIE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Orchard Prairie School was established in 1894. It is located on Orchard Prairie, a farming community in Spokane, WA. Averaging between 65 and 80 students in attendance each year, we are the 2nd smallest school in Spokane. We have classrooms for Kindergarten, 1st/2nd, 3rd/4th, and 5th/6th/7th grades. All of our classrooms are combined except for Kindergarten.
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RIVERSIDE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Mission: Our students, in partnership with our community, acquire an education that develops character, inspires lifelong learning, and promotes global citizenship.
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SPOKANE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Spokane Public Schools is the largest school district in eastern Washington and the second largest in the state. Our commitment is to keep our students engaged in school, on track for graduation, and prepared for college and career without need for remediation. To do this, we offer several alternative programs, from Montessori and parent participation programs, to gifted classes and programs for at-risk students. Of our 3,226 employees, 1,758 are classroom teachers, who have an average of 13 years' experience. Roughly 74 percent have at least a Master's degree. SPS is fortunate to have consistent community support, including dozens of partnerships with businesses and non-profit organizations. Voters traditionally approve levies, which fund nearly one-quarter of the district’s budget. And in 2009, voters approved a $288 million bond to continue facilities and technology improvement throughout the district. Construction projects through 2015 include the renovation of four elementary schools, one high school and a middle school gym; safety and technology upgrades and maintenance upgrades district-wide.
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WEST VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT (SPOKANE)
Our Mission: Each West Valley student will have a Rigorous and Relevant education achieved through strong Relationships to maximize readiness for College, Career, and Citizenship.