Hello VISD Community,
Welcome to this week's issue of The Vashon Beacon. This newsletter is a source for news, updates, and stories from across the Vashon Island School District. Each issue will highlight important district initiatives, shine a spotlight on the great work happening in our schools, and share upcoming events, key information, board news, and much more.
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- October 20: Vaccination Clinic at VHS
- October 22: Vaccination Clinic at McM
- October 22: Regular Board Meeting
- October 27: CES Picture Retake Day
- October 28: CES Student Conferences (Early Release)
- October 29-30: CES Student Conferences (No School)
- November 2: Dia de Los Muertos Celebration
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On October 15, the District held a community forum on a potential 2027 bond. We would like to thank community members who attended. For those who were interested and not able to view, the presentation is archived on the District's Public Meeting Youtube page.
At this Thursday's board meeting, the Bond Planning Task Force will give a recommendation to the VISD Board of Directors on a potential bond. To learn more about the process and how the Bond Planning Task Force arrived at its recommendation, please visit our Bond webpage.
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We invite all families to join us on Monday, November 2, 6:00-8:00 p.m., at McMurray Middle School for our annual Dio de Los Muertos Celebration.
This celebration is an opportunity to come come together with families, students, and staff, and to celebrate the culture, community, and traditions that make our island special.
Our students and parents have been practicing and will be sharing their dance performances, and we are looking forward to celebrating over a potluck dinner.
If you have any questions, please contact Family Engagement Coordinator Nidia Sahagun.
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Twice a month, StudentLink students have the opportunity to participate in Science Labs taught by teacher Sarah George. During an October Science Lab, students discussed the structure of DNA and the magic of life that it encodes. They also worked together to build a DNA model and looked at their very own DNA! |
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On October 22, 2026, beginning at 6:00 p.m., the VISD Board of Directors will hold a Regular Board Meeting. The meeting will be held in-person at the District Office Conference Room #302, on the third floor of Chautauqua Elementary, 9309 SW Cemetery Rd. Click here to view the agenda.
Upcoming Meetings:
- October 22, 2026 - Regular Board Meeting
- November 12, 2026 - Regular Board Meeting
- November 20-22: WSSDA Annual Conference
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Registrations are currently opening for two local youth sports programs serving elementary-aged students. Families interested in participating can find program details and registration information below. Scholarships are available!
Vashon Basketball Club
- Dates: November 1–December 20
- Grades: Kindergarten–3rd grade
- Practices: One weeknight per week; practice day varies. Families should indicate availability when registering.
- Games: Saturday and Sunday afternoons
- Locations: Chautauqua and McMurray Gymnasiums
Rockbusters Wrestling
- First Practice: Monday, November 9
- Last Event: Saturday, February 13
- Eligibility: Boys and girls, Kindergarten–7th grade
- Practice Schedule:
- - Ages 4–7: Tuesdays, 5:30–7:00 p.m.
- - Ages 8–12: Mondays and Thursdays, 5:30–7:00 p.m.
- Location: Vashon High School wrestling room, located above the VHS gym
Families are encouraged to visit the program websites for complete schedules, registration details, and any updates.
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The district does not sponsor or endorse the events or information under the "Information and Other Community Events" section of this newsletter, and the district assumes no responsibility for it. In consideration of the privilege to distribute materials, the Vashon Island School District will be held harmless from any cause of action filed in any court or administrative tribunal arising out of the distribution of these materials, including costs, attorney’s fees and judgments or awards. |
Are you interested in joining the VISD team and making a difference for our island's youth? The following jobs are currently open. Apply today! |
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The district will provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities program without discrimination based on sex, race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, national origin, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, or non-program-related RCW 49.60 Law Against Discrimination. District programs will be free from sexual harassment. The district will provide equal access to school facilities to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. Auxiliary aids and services will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities.
The Vashon Island School District is an equal opportunity employer. Vashon Island School District is tobacco-free, drug-free and weapons-free. Appropriate fingerprint screening results are required for employment.
For specific information, contact:
- VISD Title IX, HIB Compliance Officer, and ADA/504 Coordinator, Anna Marie Dufault, P.O. Box 547, Vashon, Washington 98070, (206) 463-8532, adufault@vashonsd.org.
- VISD Compliance Coordinator for 28A.640 and 28A.642 RCW, Amy Sassara, Human Resource Director, P.O. Box 547, Vashon, WA 98070, (206) 463-8529, asassara@vashonsd.org.
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