Noteworthy Notes

• CVSD offers remarkable educational opportunities.
• 91.2% extended graduation rate remains higher than state (86%) and national averages.
• CVSD added a complete Associate of Arts (AA) degree program in the high school together with our higher ed partners, first offered last year at University HS and expanding to Central Valley and Ridgeline high schools in the fall.
• The district offers a financial literacy program with opportunities in all our K-12 schools, where students learn about personal financial management.
• All Central Valley high schools have a student-run credit union, powered by GESA, previously started at Spokane Valley Tech, added to RHS last year and next fall at CVHS, MPHS and UHS—encouraging financial skills among all high school students.
• All grade 7-8 science teachers are now Career and Technical Education (CTE) certified and able to teach CTE-focused science across our entire district, giving middle school students a jump start on their education.
• Automotive program offered at University HS, where students learn mechanical and auto body skills.
• A distinct construction wood shop is showcased at Horizon Middle School, with another intro to engineering program added at Bowdish, and construction and manufacturing programs at the three comprehensive high schools and Spokane Valley Tech.
• Hands-on learning at the Skills Center at Spokane Valley Tech (SVT) in biomed/biotech, engineering, manufacturing, computer science, emergency medical technician (EMT), fire science, environmental innovations and a teaching academy.

CVSD is made up of 87% caring, compassionate people:

• Forbes listed CVSD as Washington’s 34^th Best Employer and the only one headquartered in Spokane.
• CVSD is the 9th largest employer in Spokane County with 1,950 employees [1,693 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees]
• The district boasts 980 highly-qualified teachers with an average teacher experience of 15.1 years.
• 548 teachers have more than 15 years experience.
• 82% teachers have a masters degree or higher.
• 114 teachers are Nationally Board Certified.

Parents & Students have Choices:

• We know parents want choices for their child... CVSD provides distinct programs to meet needs.
• Central Valley Virtual Learning (CVVL) High School offers multiple alternative learning options including online learning, the Open Doors program and a parent partnership program at the high school level. Visit cvvl.cvsd.org or call 509-558-6550.
• Mica Peak High School offers a smaller learning environment for those HS students looking for something a little different. Visit mphs.cvsd.org or call 558-5950.
• Summit School uses expeditionary, grade K-8 student-centered learning curriculum. Visit summit.cvsd.org or call 558-3250.
• Spokane Valley Tech & Skills Center (SVT)has engaging programs & beyond-the-book learning for high school students: biomed/biotech, engineering, manufacturing, computer science, emergency medical technician (EMT), fire science, environmental innovations and a teaching academy. Visit spokanevalleytech.org or call 558-6500.
• Virtual Integrated Parent Partnership (VIP) is designed to support K-8 parents who want educational flexibility for their child through online learning, a home-based parent partnership instruction, or a combination of both options. Visit www.cvsd.org/VIP or call 509-558-5700.
• Learn more at CVSD.org/ChoiceSchools.

Special Education After High School Options:

• ProjectSearch – after high school transition that works – empowering young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to achieve competitive employment. See CVSD.org/ProjectSearch.
• For more transitional opportunities, visit www.cvsd.org/TransitionServices.

Questions?

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