Cascadia Tech News

As we head towards the second half of the school year, I want to take a moment to thank everyone who has helped the first semester be a great one. From staff, students, parents, and community partners, I appreciate you all.

I’m looking forward to the months ahead to watch our students continue to learn technical and professionalism skills in their program areas. Our students can accomplish anything they put their minds to.

Cascadia Tech staff are all working hard to ensure our students are college and career-ready, with industry certifications in hand, by June. It is our mission to encourage and support student success in each program. Enjoy this edition of our newsletter!

We are doing great things!

-Joan Huston

Cascadia Technical Academy helps high school students across Southwest Washington build their future careers. Because the school doesn’t receive bond or levy funds, Cascadia Technical Academy Foundation (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit) raises money to provide essential equipment, scholarships, and emergency support for our students.

Our biggest fundraiser of the year—the ASPIRE Gala—will be held May 2, 2026, at ilani Casino Resort. We need your help securing exciting items for our Silent and Live Auctions!

Questions? Contact Dave Cole at 360.604.1098 or david.cole@evergreenps.org

February 2 - 2 Hour Late Start (No Session 1)

February 2 - Progress Report - T4 Starts

February 6 - Parent Opt-in Due for Google Workspace- See ParentSquare

February 6 - New Student Registration Day

February 11 - Early Release (No Session 2/Cosmo 2)

February 13 - Parents' Night Out

February 16 - Presidents' Day (No School)

February 20 - E-Waste Recycling

March 4 - Early Release (No Session 2/Cosmo 2)

March 18 - Early Release (No Session 2/Cosmo 2)

March 20 - Progress Report - T4 Ends

March 23 - Progress Report - T5 Starts

March 25 - VIP Tour

Healthy students are better prepared to learn in school & succeed in life!

Cascadia Technical Academy HOSA Chapter

Future Healthcare Professionals are offering a Parent's Night Out event.

Friday, February 13, 2026
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Online registration is required by February 10th.

Donations will be accepted through Cascadia Tech Academy Foundation.

Our Cascadia Tech Chapter of FBLA participated in the FBLA Winter Leadership Conference competitions at LCC in Longview, where they demonstrated their business and leadership skills.

We are incredibly proud to announce that our students not only participated but truly excelled. A total of 26 students competed in 22 technical, business, and leadership contests. As a result of their hard work and talent, they earned 5 first-place medals, and 22 students brought home an impressive combined total of 48 awards.

These students have not only showcased their expertise in business-related events, but also displayed outstanding leadership, representing our school with professionalism and pride. Their achievements are a testament to their dedication and commitment to excellence.

We congratulate each of these students for their remarkable accomplishments and look forward to their continued success!

🥇 First Place

• Business Ethics: Kaylee Lewis
• Customer Service: Emelia Pendergraft
• Marketing: Nailani Attaran, Yanira Selagea-Torres
• Project Management (Objective Test): Erika Aryku

🥈 Second Place

• Computer Problem Solving: John Cannon
• Entrepreneurship: Finnias Denton, Noah McEuin, Faithe Moran
• Graphic Design: Anastasiya Aleksandrov, Jasmine Tsibikova
• Marketing: Eduardo Cortez-Cruz, Joshua Lindauer, Dax Pope
• Social Media Strategies: Brionna Hardy, Jasmine Tsibikova

🥉 Third Place

• Advertising: Sebastian Aire
• Hospitality & Event Management: Saiya Marchel, Erika Aryku, Emelia Pendergraft
• Human Resource Management: Esther Taylor
• Marketing: Kaylee Lewis, Oscar Campos, Devin Hart
• Retail Management: Emelia Pendergraft
• Sales Presentation: Nailani Attaran, Oscar Campos, Yanira Selagea-Torres

🎖️ Fourth Place

• Accounting: Anastasiya Aleksandrov
• Advertising: Oscar Campos
• Business Communication: Finnias Denton
• Entrepreneurship: Oscar Campos, Brionna Hardy
• Event Planning: Viktoriia Lobova
• Insurance & Risk Management: Sebastian Aire
• Journalism: Jasmine Tsibikova
• Social Media Strategies: Sebastian Aire, Saiya Marchel

⭐ Fifth Place

• Accounting: Viktoriia Lobova
• Business Communication: T-ray Brazier
• Business Management: Kaylee Lewis, Dax Pope
• Project Management (Objective Test): John Cannon

🔹 Sixth Place

• Journalism: Anastasiya Aleksandrov
• Personal Finance: Noah McEuin
• Public Service Announcement: Joshua Lindauer, Yanira Selagea-Torres
• Securities & Investments: Devin Hart

Congrats to Cascadia Tech Academy seniors, Brody Elwell and Taylor Lingeman for winning Gold at our Southwest Regional drone competition. These two, along with two or three more teams from Cascadia Tech Criminal Justice and Cascadia Tech Aviation will likely be strong contenders at the SkillsUSA state tournament in April!

Fashion Design students participated in the DECA Area 9 Conference, competing in both team and individual events.

📣Are you a current sophomore or junior? Applications are now being accepted for the 26-27 school year. Reach out to your high school counselor with any questions.

At Cascadia Technical Academy, high school students can:
✅ Earn College Credit
✅ Obtain Industry Certifications
✅ Participate In Internships
✅ Gain Valuable Skills At No Cost
✅ Save Money On College Tuition And Other Training

Click each photo to view the program video on YouTube. Follow us at @cascadiatechacademy.

Whether it is back to school, getting ready for a new job, getting yourself ready for the big day or just your everyday maintenance, our students can help you look your best.

There are a variety of services to choose from:

Hair Cuts

The Salon is open Monday-Thursday 11:45 AM - 5 PM.
Our last appointment is no later than 2:00 PM

Please call for an appointment at 360.604.1080 or book online.

All chemical services on these days will be scheduled at 12:00 PM (no later) to allow enough time for our students to perform the requested service.

All color appointments need an allergy test 24 hours prior to service.
Walk-in appointments are welcome before 1:00 PM

Salon hours, prices, and services are subject to change

Information Technology students at Cascadia Technical Academy accept e-waste donations.

When can I bring my donation?

8:00 am - 1:30 pm on the 3rd Friday of the month during the academic year:
February 20th
March 20th
April 17th
May 15th
June 12th - Last Day

​Email ray.nelson@evergreenps.org with questions about donation items or an alternative drop-off schedule.

We DO accept:

• Computers/Internal Components (Cases, RAM, Hard Drives, Motherboards, etc.)

• Printers

• Peripheral Devices (Keyboards, Mice, Headphones, etc.)

• Miscellaneous Cords/Data Cables (Ethernet Cables, Power Cables, etc.)

• Mobile Device (Cell Phones, Laptops, Tablets, etc.)

We do NOT accept:

• Cascadia Tech does not accept appliances, TV’s, Styrofoam or batteries

• Earth Friendly Recycling will take appliances

• Goodwill, West Van Recycling, and Central Transfer and Recycle accept TVs

We’re especially proud to note that Cadet April Carvel is a former Criminal Justice student, and this moment is a powerful example of the leadership, readiness, and heart she brings to her path in law enforcement. Read the post from Clark County Sheriff's, Washington Facebook page:

We often hear about our front-line deputies who respond in urgent moments and make a difference — and we’re proud of them every day. But today, we want to highlight someone you may not always see in the spotlight: a Cadet who stepped up during an emergency and helped save a life.

Earlier this month, Cadet April Carvel was working near the front window of the Sheriff’s Office when a woman ran into the lobby yelling for Narcan. Her son had overdosed and was unresponsive in a vehicle parked outside near the Clark County Justice Center.

Deputies immediately ran outside to assist the man — but April also realized she had Narcan in her purse, which she carries as a life-saving precaution. Without hesitation, she provided it to the distraught mother through the lobby window so she could administer it right away.

Deputies and detectives quickly arrived on scene, removed the man from the vehicle, began CPR, administered additional Narcan, and attached an AED. Clark County Jail, WA Officers and a Nurse responded to assist, helping support efforts until medics arrived.

The man regained consciousness and was transported to the hospital for further treatment — the result of a coordinated response by multiple members of our team, each stepping up when every second mattered.

April has been a Cadet since November and hopes to become a deputy one day, with aspirations of working K-9 and narcotics. We’re proud of Cadet Carvel — and proud of everyone who helped in this response.

Hovde and Hooser can help students and their families fill out their FAFSA, College/Tech School Applications, Apprenticeship Applications and any Scholarships you might be applying for.

If you are struggling with any social, emotional, academic or family issues, either counselor will be available to schedule a meeting with you. Please email them at Ryan.Hovde@evergreenps.org and/or Dena.Hooser@evergreenps.org.

For additional resources or help, Clark County has a 24/7 Crisis Line available by calling 360-696-9560 or 1-800- 626-8137. You can also call or text 988 to connect with a trained counselor with the National Suicide & Crisis Hotline.

Congratulations to our most recent CTE Plan 2 Teacher Certification completers!

Lorie Thomas - PhD Cell Biology, MIT Secondary Science

Legacy High School, Evergreen Public Schools

Anatomy and Physiology Teacher

John Armerding - Columbia River High School, Health and PE Instructor

Kristi Straw - Camas High School , Health Teacher

Mary Wilson - Hudson’s Bay High School, Vancouver School District

We accept candidates from around the state of Washington at the following locations for the three in-person courses:

Cascadia Tech Academy - Vancouver
Sno Isle Tech Skills Center - Mukilteo
YV-TECH Skills Center - Yakima

CTE 101 - Elements of Teaching (Fall)

CTE 201 - Advanced Instructional Techniques (Winter/Spring)

CTE 302 - Student Personal Development and Leadership (Winter/Spring)

Cascadia Tech offers a Washington State-approved CTE Plan 2 Certification program. We accept candidates from around the state of Washington.

From the front lines of industry to the front of the classroom, your expertise is the ultimate curriculum. The most powerful lessons aren’t found in textbooks—they are lived. The CTE Plan 2 Business and Industry Route honors your professional journey, providing a pathway to turn your years of real-world mastery into a rewarding teaching career at the secondary level (grades 7-12). Lead your industry’s future by inspiring the next generation of innovators with your skills.

Why Choose Plan 2 Business and Industry Route?

• Fast-Tracked Pathway: Your documented years of industry experience serve as the foundation of your certification, significantly reducing the time spent in preparatory coursework compared to traditional academic teaching routes. Our program takes on average 1-3 years.

• Address the Skills Gap: You’ve seen firsthand the skills the workforce needs. By entering the classroom, you have the direct power to shape the local economy and prepare students for high-demand, high-wage careers.

• Career Longevity & Benefits: Transition into a role that offers a stable schedule, competitive public service benefits, and the emotional reward of mentorship—all while staying connected to the industry you love.

  
  

Why Choose Cascadia Tech?

• High-Quality, Relevant Curriculum

• Experienced CTE instructors

• Most Cost-Effective program in the state

• In-Person class components so that you can work in a cohort

• Asynchronous and hybrid components for flexibility
  
  

For more information contact:

Suzy Jajewski-Koehler, Coordinator, at Susan.JajewskiKoehler@evergreenps.org or 360.604.1090 Sayge Sword, Support Clerk, at Sayge.Sword@evergreenps.org or 360.604.1099

We're thrilled to announce the new app for Cascadia Tech! It's everything Cascadia Tech, in your pocket. With the new app, you can access documents, events, news updates, and even emergency notifications.

Cascadia Technical Academy thanks our corporate sponsors! Contact Dave Cole at david.cole@evergreenps.org for additional information.

12200 NE 28th Street Vancouver, WA 98682

Main Office: 360.604.1050

Office Hours: 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Attendance: 360.604.1077; Spanish 360.604.4029; Russian 360.604.4028

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