School board makes moves to bolster new budget
by none on April 8, 2026 at 8:30 am
Vashon’s school board, now engaged in budget planning for the 2026-27 school year, has recently taken steps to tighten the school district’s belt and improve the efficiency of its executive team.
Jacob Plihal to lead Team USA at Lenny Peters Cup
by none on April 8, 2026 at 8:30 am
Vashon islander and 2024 Olympian Jacob Plihal will lead Team USA at the Lenny Peters Cup on April 18 in High Point, North Carolina, according to a press release from the event.
In his final days, Joe Ulatoski solves 50-year mystery
by none on April 8, 2026 at 8:30 am
A perplexing puzzle recently traversed 55 years and 18 time zones to reach Vashon Island.
by none on April 8, 2026 at 8:30 am
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New director of student services
by none on April 8, 2026 at 8:30 am
The Vashon Island School District is excited to announce the hiring of Anna Marie Dufault as its new Director of Student Services, effective July 1, 2026. She will succeed Kathryn Coleman, who is retiring at the conclusion of this school year after many years of service to the Vashon Island community.