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Rose Valley Elementary Receives Washington School Recognition Award For Growth - 05/05/26

Rose Valley Elementary has been recognized by the Washington School Recognition Program for exceptional growth, specifically for students receiving special education services during the 2024–2025 school year.

 

The Washington School Recognition Program honors schools across the state that demonstrate significant progress in key areas of student success. This year, only 16% of Washington schools earned this distinction, placing Rose Valley among a select group of high-performing schools.

 

Schools recognized for growth must show that at least one student group made some of the largest gains in the state across multiple measures between the 2023–24 and 2024–25 school years. These measures include English language arts and math proficiency, student growth percentiles (SGP), attendance, graduation rates, ninth-grade on-track rates, dual credit completion, and English learner progress.

 

To qualify, the identified student group must rank in the top 10% statewide for at least 60% of the measures for which it is eligible. Schools must also demonstrate progress in closing achievement gaps, with no declines in performance among the highest- or lowest-performing student groups.

 

“This recognition reflects the intentional work happening every day at Rose Valley to ensure every student is supported, challenged, and able to grow,” said Superintendent Mary Beth Tack. “We are especially proud of the progress made by our students receiving special education services. Their growth is a direct result of dedicated staff, strong systems of support, and a belief that every student can achieve at high levels.”

 

Kelso School District Recognition History
Kelso schools have consistently been recognized by the Washington School Recognition Program over the past decade:

  • 2014 — Catlin Elementary
  • 2016 — Rose Valley Elementary
  • 2023 — Butler Acres Elementary
  • 2024 — Butler Acres Elementary, Carrolls Elementary, Wallace Elementary
  • 2025 — Rose Valley Elementary

 

 

 


About Kelso School District
Kelso School District has a goal of 100% (bit.ly/ksd-100) of students graduating high school and having post-secondary plans for college, career, trades, or military. Our mission is to prepare every student for living, learning, and achieving success as a citizen of our changing world.  When we asked students and staff what makes Kelso strong, with 45 voices, there was one clear answer (bit.ly/ksd-strong).

Rose Valley Elementary Receives Washington School Recognition Award For Growth - 05/05/26

Rose Valley Elementary has been recognized by the Washington School Recognition Program for exceptional growth, specifically for students receiving special education services during the 2024–2025 school year.

 

The Washington School Recognition Program honors schools across the state that demonstrate significant progress in key areas of student success. This year, only 16% of Washington schools earned this distinction, placing Rose Valley among a select group of high-performing schools.

 

Schools recognized for growth must show that at least one student group made some of the largest gains in the state across multiple measures between the 2023–24 and 2024–25 school years. These measures include English language arts and math proficiency, student growth percentiles (SGP), attendance, graduation rates, ninth-grade on-track rates, dual credit completion, and English learner progress.

 

To qualify, the identified student group must rank in the top 10% statewide for at least 60% of the measures for which it is eligible. Schools must also demonstrate progress in closing achievement gaps, with no declines in performance among the highest- or lowest-performing student groups.

 

“This recognition reflects the intentional work happening every day at Rose Valley to ensure every student is supported, challenged, and able to grow,” said Superintendent Mary Beth Tack. “We are especially proud of the progress made by our students receiving special education services. Their growth is a direct result of dedicated staff, strong systems of support, and a belief that every student can achieve at high levels.”

 

Kelso School District Recognition History
Kelso schools have consistently been recognized by the Washington School Recognition Program over the past decade:

  • 2014 — Catlin Elementary
  • 2016 — Rose Valley Elementary
  • 2023 — Butler Acres Elementary
  • 2024 — Butler Acres Elementary, Carrolls Elementary, Wallace Elementary
  • 2025 — Rose Valley Elementary

 

 

 


About Kelso School District
Kelso School District has a goal of 100% (bit.ly/ksd-100) of students graduating high school and having post-secondary plans for college, career, trades, or military. Our mission is to prepare every student for living, learning, and achieving success as a citizen of our changing world.  When we asked students and staff what makes Kelso strong, with 45 voices, there was one clear answer (bit.ly/ksd-strong).