WALLA WALLA - Pioneer Middle School has been recognized by the Washington School Recognition Program for outstanding achievement. For years, the Washington School Recognition Program has honored K–12 public schools across the state for closing opportunity gaps and for students’ growth and academic achievement. For the 2021–22 and 2022–23 school years, 571 public schools in 178 school districts across Washington state have earned this recognition.
Pioneer Middle School was recognized in the 2022-2023 school year for closing gaps for one or more student groups. This accolade highlights the school’s commitment to fostering a supportive and effective learning environment that meets the needs of all its students.
“It’s such an honor to get this recognition knowing the hard work our teachers and support staff are doing is making a difference,” said Pioneer Middle School Principal Kris Duncan. “We expect all of our students to achieve at high levels and are committed to preparing them for high school.”
The Washington School Recognition Program is a collaborative initiative by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI), the State Board of Education (SBE), and the Educational Opportunity Gap Oversight and Accountability Committee (EOGOAC). Schools are selected based on their performance as evaluated through the Washington School Improvement Framework (WSIF), which aligns with federal guidelines and uses a variety of data measures to identify areas needing improvement.
Schools recognized by the WSIF receive tailored support, including technical assistance, partnerships with education experts, and access to funding aimed at bolstering student achievement.
For more information about the Washington School Recognition Program, visit OSPI’s official news release: https://ospi.k12.wa.us/about-ospi/news-center/news-releases/571-public-k-12-schools-receive-state-recognition-outstanding-achievement
Photo: L-R: Assistant Principal Lisa Franklin and Principal Kris Duncan