How do I find out if school is delayed or closed?

In the event school is delayed or closed because of bad weather, local radio stations and Portland television stations will be notified as early as possible.

The District will also update our Closure Notice (at the top of this page) and use our School Messenger Calling System to inform families of any inclement weather-related changes.

You can also click on any of the news links in the call-out box at the top of this page.

Remember, no information will be reported if the schools are operating on a regular schedule.

What is the Kindergarten schedule when school is delayed for 1 or 2 hours?

Since the Kindergarten is on a full-day schedule, just like grades 1-12, when school is delayed 1 hour due to weather or for our weekly Teacher Collaboration time on Thursdays, the schedule for the Kindergarten is the same as all other grades, including the bus schedule.

Is breakfast served on late-start days?

Breakfast is served when school starts one hour late, including on 1-hour Late Start Thursdays. However, we do not serve breakfast on a 2-hour late start.

Early Release Policies

What is the Kindergarten schedule on days with a scheduled early release?

On days when we have a scheduled early release at 11:30am, the Kindergarten students are on the same schedule as all other grades 1-12. If you have questions, please contact the Elementary School Office at 360-795-3261 or talk with the Kindergarten teacher.

Forms and Documents

Looking for information and resources related to harrassment, intimidation, and bullying (HIB) or school safety, in general?   Visit our School Safety Page

High School Graduation Requirements:  Visit our High School & Beyond Page

Click on a link to download a form or document:

K - 8 Student Handbook 
Wahkiakum High School Handbook 
          Policy 3245: Students and Telecommunications Devices (Revised January/2011)

Required Forms for Participating in Extra Curricular Sports and Athletic Programs: 
        Visit the High School and Middle School Athletic Pages

Form:  Annual Notice of Intent to Home-School Your Child/ren 
Form:  Authorization to Release Personal Information About a High School Student to Other Entities 
Can't find the form you are looking for? Email the District Office or call 360-795-3271 to request a form.

FAQ's

How Can I Register My Child For School or Transfer My Student in the District? 
What immunizations does my child need?

Registration (or transferring a student into this District) is easy in Wahkiakum School District.

PLEASE NOTE: Homeless students do NOT need to provide required documents. For more information on enrolling students who are experiencing homelessness, please visit our Homeless Rights and Services Program page.

First, download these two forms, fill them out, and get copies of your child's birth certificate and immunization records. 
      Registration Form for Grades K-12 
      Request for Transfer of Student's Educational Records

Next, use these informational flyers from the CDC to learn more about what immunizations, vaccines or shots your child might need. 
      CDC Recommendations for Immunizations for Children from Birth to 6 Years Old 
      CDC Recommendations for Immunizations for Children Ages 7 to 18 Years Old 
      Or, for more detailed information, visit the CDC's website.

Then, stop by the Elementary/Middle School Office or the High School Office with the completed forms. If you prefer to mail the forms, address them to: Wahkiakum School District, 500 S. 3rd B398, Cathlamet, WA 98612.

Have other registration-related questions? Just email the District Office or call 360-795-3271.

If you want to register students who are eligible to start Kindergarten in the Fall of 2019, you're encouraged to stop by the Elementary School office as soon as possible and register on weekdays between 9am - 2pm, so we can plan for the upcoming school year. If we only plan for 1 Kindergarten class and end up needing 2 classes, those students registered last will be the students that will be switched to the new class. You'll need a copy of the kindergartener's birth certificate and immunization records.

Download the registration form to fill out at home and learn more about required immunizations for incoming Kindergarteners.

Does the District Offer Student Accident and Health Insurance?

All student athletes are required to have health insurance coverage. For those who do not have it, Wahkiakum School District makes available to parents a relatively low-cost Student Accident and Sickness Coverage for their children.

Families without student athletes are also allowed to purchase this coverage, if they are so inclined. There is however, no requirement on the District's part for student non-athletes to have this coverage.

Forms are available through our student registration process, as well as in both school offices. Feel free to contact your student's school office for more information and/or to pick up the form describing the Student Accident and Health Insurance.

Does the District Offer a Home Schooling Program?

Yes, the District offers an Alternative Learning Option for Home School families for grades K-12, incorporating learning at home with parents as teachers, yet having a connection with our District, which includes having communication and some instructional assistance provided by one of our certificated teachers. For more information, email Cathy Murphy at our K-8 building or call 360-795-3261.

Already a home-school family? Don't forget to complete the Notice of Intent to Home-School Your Children each year and send it in. 

How Do I Order More Copies of My Student's School Photos?

Wahkiakum School District works with Bell Studios for all student pictures. They come to our schools and take the school pictures. When the student pictures have been printed, Bell Studios delivers the picture packets to the District for distribution to the students. Included in this packet is a reorder form with a passcode that can be used to order additional photos at the Bell Studios online store.

Bell Studios will also provide the District with a list of the students' passcodes. PLEASE NOTE: To ensure your privacy, Bell Studios will no longer give passcodes over the phone. Any parent/guardian who loses a passcode must come to the School District Office in person. Once the District Office establishes that this person is the parent/guardian who initially received the passcode, the District will give them their passcode.

How Do I Order Copies of My Student's Grades and School Transcripts?

To obtain official transcripts, contact either the High School Office, 360-795-3271, or the Elementary / Middle School Office, 360-795-3261.