Pleasant Valley Schools To Celebrate 50th Anniversary Of Current Campus - 09/15/26

Pleasant Valley schools have a long legacy of learning. First, there was Pleasant Valley District No. 60 in the mid-1800s. That district was consolidated into the Battle Ground School District in 1957. Community-approved bonds later financed the current Pleasant Valley campus, which opened in 1976.

Although the school was not fully furnished at the time of its opening, that temporary inconvenience did little to slow the work happening inside the classrooms. Pleasant Valley’s teachers made sure their students understood that learning could continue even without all the usual supplies and materials, setting an early example of the care, commitment and dedication that would come to define the school community.

Now, several decades later, Pleasant Valley primary and middle schools will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the current campus.  All alumni, families, staff and community members are invited to this event, which will include memorabilia, music and connections with past and present staff, students, families and community members.

Organizers are seeking community participation in several ways. Alumni musicians are invited to volunteer to join an alumni band, while former students, staff and community members can submit memories or participate in interviews for a memory wall display commemorating Pleasant Valley’s history. 

“Pleasant Valley has shaped the history of its community,” said Amy Pace, a current teacher at the school and Pleasant Valley alum. “We look forward to telling the history of this campus and writing the next chapter of Pleasant Valley schools.”

About the event

Friday, Sept. 25

6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Open to the public

14320 NE 50th Ave.

Vancouver, WA 98686

Battle Ground Public Schools Welcomes Alumni, Staff To Legacy Night (Photo) - 08/21/26

For the second year, Battle Ground Public Schools welcomes all alumni and staff to the Legacy Night event at the Battle Ground High School vs. Prairie High School football game. This event honors the enduring contributions of BGPS graduates to the local community and beyond. It also recognizes the positive impact of staff members, many of whom are Battle Ground alumni. Before the game, staff and alumni will be invited onto the field for a special recognition. 

Event information

Date: Friday, Sept. 11

Time: Arrive by 6:15 p.m.

             Recognition at 6:30 p.m.

             Game starts at 7 p.m.

Where: District Stadium on the Battle Ground H.S. campus (300 W. Main St., Battle Ground). Prairie will serve as the home team for this game.

Tickets: Purchase tickets at the door or online. Entry is free for staff with an ID badge.

Optional: Dress in the style of the decade that you graduated.

“Our alumni continue to shape the story of Battle Ground and beyond,” said Superintendent Shelly Whitten (Battle Ground High School class of 1989). “We look forward to welcoming them back to the district at Legacy Night!”

Battle Ground Public Schools Seeks Citizen Advisory Committee Members - 08/20/26

Battle Ground Public Schools is seeking members for its Citizens Advisory Committee. This committee gives parents, guardians and community members an opportunity to share their perspectives on BGPS with district leaders and learn about initiatives and programs. 

The first two meetings are open to the public, no RSVP or application required. Everyone is welcome. Both meetings will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Battle Ground High School media center (300 W. Main St., Battle Ground).

• Thursday, Sept. 10: This meeting will focus on organizations that support BGPS. 

• Thursday, Oct. 8: This meeting will provide information and answer questions about the student safety and academic support levy on the ballot in the November election.

Past input from the Citizens Advisory Committee has informed district decisions on facilities and strategic priorities, among other topics. The district invites anyone who is interested in the committee to attend a meeting and learn more.