Congratulations to the 34 students selected as our 2025 Distinguished Graduates and Dennis Kampe Scholarship Recipients. Best of luck to all graduating seniors as you move into the workforce, head to college, an apprenticeship program, or the military. We have eight days of school left. Let's make them count!
We are doing great things!
-Joan Huston
June 10 - Last day for Session 2
June 11 - Early Release (No Session 2) Last day for Session 1
June 12 - Last Day of School (No Students)
June 12 - Report Card S2 Ends
June 16 - Report Cards S2 Grading Closes
June 19 - Juneteenth Holiday (Offices are closed)
June 23-July 11 - Summer School (No School July 4)
We celebrated the hard work and accomplishments of our students and staff at Cascadia Tech during the annual company picnic! Fun was had by all!
FREE lunch was available for all students & staff, and🎡 fun activities included:
Photo Booth
Popcorn
Cotton Candy
Sno Cones
Basketball
Board Game Room
Car Show
Corn Hole
Face Painting 💲
Hair Tinsel 💲
Jenga
Movie Room
Music
Boba 💲
Tug A War
Volleyball
Pickleball
Tooth Gems 💲
Pie Face Fundraiser 💲
Ping Pong
Visionary Leadership Award
Founding Director, Mike Bjur, was presented with a Visionary Leadership Award and a plaque honoring past directors that will be hung in the 200 building.
Terry Nelson, Retired, said, "Back in the 1980s, Mike Bjur sold the Clark County superintendents on a vocational skill center. That challenge was followed by convincing principals to give students an option to leave their home schools for expanded learning. And then there was a facility and program to put together. Mike led the team in accomplishing it all. As principal at Evergreen HS, I watched and supported the monumental undertaking. Forty years later, the success of Cascadia Tech is a testimony to Mike’s vision and leadership."
The Washington State School Retirees’ Association recently held a meeting on our campus. Many members have been curious about Cascadia Tech Academy. Director Joan Huston shared an overview of the opportunities Cascadia Tech offers. Five current students (Isaac Axman, Aviation Science & Technology, - April Carvel, Criminal Justice, Madalana Rodriguez, Cosmetology, Noah Maclean, Diesel Technology, and Harley McCants, Medical Assisting shared their success stories along with Joan, Paul Huddleston, Dean of Students, and Chef Andrew McColley, who are all past students.
Mike shared, "Obviously, this has been the highlight of my career, having the opportunity to plan this facility, to staff it, run it for nine years, and to watch it grow and prosper. And more importantly, to see people like Joan, Paul and Andrew, and others who have come back and are taking it to bigger and better things. So it's really especially an honor for me to receive this, and I appreciate it."
Cascadia Technical Academy honors its past directors for their years of service and visionary leadership. This award recognizes the excellence, innovation, and a passionate spirit of individuals who have guided Cascadia Tech—formerly known as the Clark County Skills Center—through significant growth and transformation. Their leadership has been instrumental in expanding career and technical education opportunities for students across Southwest Washington. By acknowledging these leaders, Cascadia Tech not only pays tribute to its rich history but also reinforces the importance of strong, forward-thinking leadership in shaping opportunities for future generations of skilled professionals.
Joan Huston, Director
Computer Technology 1985-1986
Word Processing 1986-1987
Secretary 1989-1997
"None of this would be possible, these current students and all of the students before us, and our future students would not be possible without you, Mike. I'm excited to honor the hard work that you put into this place back in the early 80s, working with the legislators and securing funding for buildings. I've just been trying to do that, so I know how hard that is."
Paul Huddleston, Dean of Students
- Digital Services (Now ITS3) 1985-1987
"I look back on my time at Cascadia Tech in the ITS3 program with nothing but positive memories. The hands-on approach at Cascadia served me well in high school, and it is so great to be back here as the Dean of Students, giving back to the place that opened so many doors for me. A special thanks to Mike Bjur for being such a huge part of making it all possible – not just for me, but for literally tens of thousands of students in Southwest Washington!"
Chef Andrew McColley, CEC, CCE, Instructor
- Culinary Arts 1983-1985
"I can come back every morning and do for someone else what was done for me. It's so neat to be able to see this family tree and how we're all connected. As teachers, we just want to give back. For 30-whatever years, I've done this every day. Mike, it's an honor to see you today."
A few spots are still available in Home Healthcare Aid and Intro to Teaching.
Dates: June 23-July 11, 2025
14 days (No school on July 4th)
Times: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Students can bring their lunch or take advantage of our FREE community program (breakfast & lunch) at Cascadia Tech Academy only.
- No vending machines or cafeteria on campus.
All acceptance emails have been sent out. Please check your junk box just in case.
Instructors will be sending out welcome emails with documents that will need to be signed and returned on the first day of summer school.
Join us for an exciting adventure to explore the fascinating world of fire science. We can’t wait to see you there! This 3-day camp is designed to ignite the confidence of young women as incoming 9th-12th graders interested in pursuing a career as a firefighter. Space is limited.
Cost: $20 (Lunch and a t-shirt is included)
Dates: July 9 - July 11th
Times: 9:00 AM to 2 PM
Courses will be held at two different locations.
July 9 & 10
21609 NE 72nd Ave
Battle Ground, WA 98604
July 11
911 N. 65th Ave.
Ridgefield, WA 98642
Training:
Leadership Curriculum
Team-Building
Hands-On Training
Forcible Entry
Vehicle Extrication
Ventilation
Please email Bryan.Borrelli@clarkfr.org or call/text 503.515.6345 with any questions.
All Fired Up! campers will be covered under supplemental medical insurance. Parent/guardian signatures will be required on some forms.
Classified Staff
Diesel Technology: Assistant
Under the supervision of the program instructor(s) and Program Administrator, the instructional assistant is responsible to assist in directing the activities of students in the heavy duty diesel trade in small and medium sized groups, as well as assist with problem solving.
View the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for these positions at: PSE Large Group CBA.
Summer Courses are Available
CTE Plan 2 summer courses are being held remotely.
CTE 301 - Coordination Techniques (usually offered during ODD years and summer)
CTE 302 - Student Personal Development and Leadership (usually offered during EVEN years and summer)
CTE 303 - History and Philosophy of CTE Education (usually offered during summer)
Mr. Hovde 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, Mr. Hovde is available to schedule a meeting with you. Please email him at Ryan.Hovde@evergreenps.org.
4th Annual Golf Tournament
Join us for a fun day out on the links, enjoying one of the area's best golf courses, Camas Meadows! Each year our tournament is growing in size, offering great golf, music, and food!
Thursday, Jul 17, 2025, 09:00 AM
Camas Meadows Golf Club, Northwest Camas Meadows Drive, Camas, WA
Fast play on one of SW Washington's BEST golf Courses!
Complimentary Breakfast Sandwich and Coffee!
Free Hot Dog and Beer while on the course!
Games and prizes while you golf!
A quick Awards Banquet luncheon following the play.
