WSD Weekly

Teachers from Mission View and Lincoln Elementary Schools spent Wednesday afternoon working through math together.

The two staffs met during the district's half-day release for teacher professional development. They looked closely at their math units, compared how lessons are going in their classrooms, and planned upcoming instruction side by side.

Teachers who usually plan within their own building got to hear from colleagues in another building. They traded strategies that are working, talked through the concepts students tend to struggle with, and reflected on how they teach them.

That's the purpose behind the district's half days. The early release gives teachers protected time to collaborate, and what they build together goes straight back into their classrooms. When teachers sharpen how they teach a tough math concept, students are the ones who benefit.

Wenatchee High School is opening its doors to the community on Tuesday, Oct. 13, ahead of the Nov. 3 bond vote. Stop by anytime between 5-6:30 PM to tour the school, look at the plans for a rebuilt WHS, and ask questions.

You'll be able to:

• Talk with students and the architects who worked on the design with community members.

• Hear from teachers and staff about WHS pathways, including Career and Technical Education, science and the arts.

• See what it means to be a Panther and what's planned for the new building.

What the bond includes

If voters approve the $275 million measure on Nov. 3, the rebuilt Wenatchee High School is expected to open in fall 2030. The bond would also replace heating and cooling systems at Lewis & Clark, John Newbery, Mission View and Sunnyslope elementary schools and at Foothills, Orchard and Pioneer middle schools. The new systems would filter air during wildfire smoke and keep classrooms at steady temperatures during heat waves.

For full details, including a tax rate calculator and facility plans, visit wenatcheeschools.org/bond.

The Wenatchee Panther Pod is a brand-new podcast all about Wenatchee Panthers athletics and activities. Hosted by Eric Granstrom, the voice of the Panthers and one of the most trusted and recognizable voices in the Wenatchee Valley, the Panther Pod takes you behind the scenes with the coaches, athletes, officials, and fans who represent why it takes more to be a Panther.

New episodes drop every Thursday. Find the Wenatchee Panther Pod on YouTube or your favorite podcast provider Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more or follow Wenatchee Athletics or KKRV on social media for links and updates.

🎤 👀 This Week's Episode:

On this 8th episode of the Wenatchee Panther Podcast, host Eric Granstrom congratulates Micah Knell and Lily Hansen, the Panther Athletes of the Week. Micah visits briefly with Eric about his school record-tying three touchdown reception performance in Wenatchee's 57-12 win over Davis the previous Friday. Next up is Wenatchee Defensive Coordinator Jay Foster. The former Eastmont head coach discusses his move to coach the Panthers and trying to instill confidence and a winning attitude. Senior safety Kash Schratz is next and talks about his three interceptions this season, including a pick-6 against South Kitsap. Eric is then joined by Wenatchee School Board President Tucker Jackson and Board Member Julie Norton to talk about conditions at Wenatchee High School and the need for a $275-million-dollar bond measure. Finally, Wenatchee Girls Dive Coach Emi England joins the podcast to discuss the finer points of diving. As a former collegiate diver at BYU, England has wide knowledge in the sport to share.