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September 5, 2025

Pam Johnson had been a Grand Coulee Dam School District teacher of 7th-12th grade students since 2004. Her passion for learning has evolved to include mental health and social emotional learning, and she has enrolled in a master’s degree program in counseling. Having completed 32 hours of school and mental-health coursework at Colorado Christian University, she is completing her practicum and internship classes this year, which involve counseling students. She will be supervised by both university staff and by a Washington state-certified clinical mental health and school counselor (in a consultant and evaluative format). Her time at the school can be used for individual and group counseling as well as helping students connect to college and career readiness through planning and goal setting.

If you have any questions or concerns about this contact Principal Lakin at 509.633.0730 or Principal Kontos at 509.633.1442.

 

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

RE: Important Updates from the Office of the Superintendent for the 2025–2026 School Year

Dear Raider Family,

I hope this message finds you and your family safe, healthy, and enjoying a restful summer. As we approach the beginning of August, I want to share some important updates for the upcoming 2025–2026 school year.

Clear Backpack Requirement

The GCDSD Board of Education has approved a new safety measure requiring clear backpacks for all students during the 2025–2026 school year. This policy is part of our ongoing commitment to ensure the safety of our students and staff.

  • Female students may carry a small bag (no larger than 5x7 inches) for personal hygiene items.
  • Students with medical conditions may carry medically necessary bags for items that must be accessible to the school nurse.

Event Bag Policy

Starting this school year, only clear bags will be permitted at all home district athletic events and extracurricular activities. Exceptions include:

  • Clutch purses no larger than 5x7 inches
  • Medically necessary items

This policy is intended to further ensure the safety and well-being of our entire school community.

Athletic Bags

Students may bring athletic bags to school, but these must be locked and secured in an inaccessible location during the school day. Athletes will be permitted to retrieve their bags at dismissal.

Digital Payments Now Accepted

Beginning immediately, credit and debit card payments will be accepted for:

  • Fees
  • Dues
  • Athletic events
  • Concessions

We hope this adds convenience for our families and community members.

New K–6 Math Curriculum

We’re excited to launch a new K–6 math curriculum this year. Our goal is to continue closing achievement gaps that emerged during the pandemic. We are also thrilled to welcome Mrs. Jessica Tufts as our new Math Interventionist, who will work closely with students through intensive support and targeted interventions.

Flag-Raising Ceremony

At the start of the school year, the district will proudly raise the Colville Confederated Tribes Flag, continuing to recognize that our district resides on Indigenous lands. This gesture reflects our deep partnership with the Colville Confederated Tribes. A date and invitation for the flag ceremony will be shared next month.

Back-to-School Night

Mark your calendars! Back-to-School Night is scheduled for Wednesday, August 27, 2025, from 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. More details on activities will be sent out soon. We look forward to an afternoon filled with excitement, connection, and positive energy as we prepare to welcome students back on Tuesday, September 2, 2025—our first day of school and the beginning of our new 4-day school week.

Choice-In Registration Reminder

Families living outside the district must complete the Choice-In Registration Process by Thursday, August 21, 2025. This applies to all K–12 students residing in Nespelem, Keller, Wilbur, or other nearby communities.
You may register online at:https://eds.ospi.k12.wa.us/choicetransferrequest

Alternatively, paperwork may be completed at your child’s residing school district.

Thank you for your continued partnership with the Grand Coulee Dam School District. We’re looking forward to an exciting, safe, and successful 2025–2026 school year.

Wishing you the best for a safe and enjoyable remainder of the summer!

Yours in Education,

Rodriguez F. Broadnax, Ed. S.
Superintendent / WASA Executive Board Member