Our East Valley High School Yearbook staff and Intro to Agriculture students teamed up for a fun, hands-on workshop focused on communication and interviewing skills!
Students practiced introducing themselves, asking thoughtful questions, actively listening, and turning conversations into meaningful stories.
One of the highlights was watching our upperclassmen mentor and encourage younger students, helping them build confidence and make genuine connections. The room was filled with curiosity, laughter, and great conversations!
From job interviews and FFA activities to community networking and yearbook storytelling, these are valuable skills students will carry with them well beyond the classroom.
#FutureReady
Students practiced introducing themselves, asking thoughtful questions, actively listening, and turning conversations into meaningful stories.
One of the highlights was watching our upperclassmen mentor and encourage younger students, helping them build confidence and make genuine connections. The room was filled with curiosity, laughter, and great conversations!
From job interviews and FFA activities to community networking and yearbook storytelling, these are valuable skills students will carry with them well beyond the classroom.
#FutureReady
Our youngest Tigers are putting their math skills to work! 🐯➕ These little learners are building big skills one number at a time!
Check out the latest project from CCS’ Building for the Future middle school elective!
Throughout the project, students gained hands-on experience while learning about framing, studs, scale models, and other important elements of construction and design. It was a great opportunity to put their new skills and knowledge into practice!
Throughout the project, students gained hands-on experience while learning about framing, studs, scale models, and other important elements of construction and design. It was a great opportunity to put their new skills and knowledge into practice!
Enroll your preschooler today!
Our schools are building school spirit and creating identities that are uniquely their own!
During the district’s K–8 era, many of our schools adopted the Knights mascot and continued using it for years. Now, schools are embracing the opportunity to create their own sense of identity, pride, and belonging through new mascots and logos that represent their individual school communities.
We are proud to introduce the Trent Wildcats, East Valley Parent Partnership Owls, and East Farms Panthers! These new identities are helping students and staff build traditions, strengthen school pride, and celebrate what makes each of our schools special.
Ms. Rush, CCS’ new art teacher, has launched students into the wonderful world of art! 🎨
Students have been exploring line, pattern, and color while developing their artistic skills. These first graders were especially proud to show off their oil pastel otters, complete with beautifully painted backgrounds!
We can’t wait to see what these talented young artists create next as they continue to learn, explore, and grow!
Students have been exploring line, pattern, and color while developing their artistic skills. These first graders were especially proud to show off their oil pastel otters, complete with beautifully painted backgrounds!
We can’t wait to see what these talented young artists create next as they continue to learn, explore, and grow!
Trent students had a blast visiting Central Premix to learn all about mining! ⛏️
Students toured the mine site, tried on safety gear, and even had the chance to pan for gold and garnets. They also learned about the impact human activities can have on wildlife and their habitats through hands-on activities like habitat building and mock mining.
Students toured the mine site, tried on safety gear, and even had the chance to pan for gold and garnets. They also learned about the impact human activities can have on wildlife and their habitats through hands-on activities like habitat building and mock mining.
Otis Orchards’ Literacy Night was a huge success! 📚✨
October is National Principals Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the incredible leaders at the heart of our schools.
Our principals do so much more than lead their buildings. They support students and staff, partner with families, celebrate successes, navigate challenges, and work each day to create welcoming schools where students can learn, grow, and feel a sense of belonging.
Their leadership, dedication, and commitment help shape the culture of our schools and make a lasting difference for students, staff, and families.
We are proud to celebrate our East Valley Principals and grateful for their leadership, dedication, and commitment to our students, staff, families, and community.
Happy National Principals Month!
Our principals do so much more than lead their buildings. They support students and staff, partner with families, celebrate successes, navigate challenges, and work each day to create welcoming schools where students can learn, grow, and feel a sense of belonging.
Their leadership, dedication, and commitment help shape the culture of our schools and make a lasting difference for students, staff, and families.
We are proud to celebrate our East Valley Principals and grateful for their leadership, dedication, and commitment to our students, staff, families, and community.
Happy National Principals Month!
A team of six East Valley High School FFA students recently competed in Livestock Judging at the Spokane Interstate Fair, placing 11th overall!
Individually, Aurora Beal placed 5th and Jonah Clay placed 13th out of 121 contestants.
Congratulations to our EVHS FFA students on a great showing!
Individually, Aurora Beal placed 5th and Jonah Clay placed 13th out of 121 contestants.
Congratulations to our EVHS FFA students on a great showing!
Our students and staff are making tremendous progress, and we are proud to celebrate the results of their hard work!
At East Valley High School, the graduation rate has reached an all-time high of 91.4%—an incredible accomplishment that reflects the dedication and commitment of our students, staff, and families.
The EVHS team also set an ambitious goal of reaching a 65% FAFSA completion rate to help more students access financial aid opportunities after graduation. Not only did they meet that goal, they exceeded it, finishing the year at more than 70%!
At East Valley High School, the graduation rate has reached an all-time high of 91.4%—an incredible accomplishment that reflects the dedication and commitment of our students, staff, and families.
The EVHS team also set an ambitious goal of reaching a 65% FAFSA completion rate to help more students access financial aid opportunities after graduation. Not only did they meet that goal, they exceeded it, finishing the year at more than 70%!
CCS 3rd and 7th graders had an incredible opportunity to connect with exchange students from Japan! 🇯🇵
Students spent time learning about Japanese culture through games, conversations, and origami while making new connections along the way.
By sharing their cultures and learning from one another, students formed new friendships and showed that belonging can reach far beyond our own community. 🌎❤️
Students spent time learning about Japanese culture through games, conversations, and origami while making new connections along the way.
By sharing their cultures and learning from one another, students formed new friendships and showed that belonging can reach far beyond our own community. 🌎❤️
EVHS FFA kicked off the year with a parking lot party, bringing together students and families for an evening of BBQ, games, and fun!
The event gave students and families an opportunity to get to know one another, build connections, and get excited for the year ahead.
The event gave students and families an opportunity to get to know one another, build connections, and get excited for the year ahead.
East Valley High School juniors joined high school students from across the area at the Spokane Convention Center for Money IRL, a first-of-its-kind event that brings financial education to life.
Through hands-on activities and real-world scenarios, EVHS students gained practical experience with budgeting, spending, saving, and making informed financial decisions—helping prepare them to confidently manage their finances in the future.
We’re Hiring! 🩺
We’re looking for multiple Registered Nurses to join our team! If you’re passionate about supporting students and making a difference in the lives of children and families, we want you on our team!
📚 Join our team and make a difference.
👉 Apply today and help us keep our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn!
We’re looking for multiple Registered Nurses to join our team! If you’re passionate about supporting students and making a difference in the lives of children and families, we want you on our team!
📚 Join our team and make a difference.
👉 Apply today and help us keep our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn!
To My East Valley Community,
After announcing my plans back in August, I did my best to stay focused on the work and not on the fact this would be my final year in P–12 public education. The month of June made that impossible. Packing up my belongings and preparing for my official exit at the end of the month has brought the reality into sharp focus. Though I am experiencing many emotions, my headspace is primarily filled with a deep sense of peace.
Serving in East Valley the past five years has been the greatest honor of my 33‑year career. Stepping away was not an easy decision, however, it was the right one for my family—especially for (and with) my bride, Tricia. I want to acknowledge her and our children, Colton, KayLeigh, and Kyler; their support and understanding made it possible for me to lead with full commitment.
I’ve had the privilege of serving as superintendent in three remarkable districts; however, it has been some time since I’ve experienced the level of connection, pride, and true community that exists here in East Valley. This place is special because the people here are special.
To our students—you are the reason we do this work. Your reliance, curiosity, and spirit inspire us daily.
To our educators—you are the heartbeat of this district. Your grit and dedication to/for kids and to one another is unmatched.
To our families and community partners—your trust, advocacy, and belief in our students make all the difference. We can't do it without you
To our Board - thank you for maintaining your focus on best outcomes for all students and for leading with heart.
Together, we are East Valley!
Thank you for welcoming me, for your partnership, and for reminding me what it feels like to belong. I look forward to continuing to live, serve, and cheer alongside you - Once a Knight, always a Knight!
With love and gratitude,
Brian L Talbott
After announcing my plans back in August, I did my best to stay focused on the work and not on the fact this would be my final year in P–12 public education. The month of June made that impossible. Packing up my belongings and preparing for my official exit at the end of the month has brought the reality into sharp focus. Though I am experiencing many emotions, my headspace is primarily filled with a deep sense of peace.
Serving in East Valley the past five years has been the greatest honor of my 33‑year career. Stepping away was not an easy decision, however, it was the right one for my family—especially for (and with) my bride, Tricia. I want to acknowledge her and our children, Colton, KayLeigh, and Kyler; their support and understanding made it possible for me to lead with full commitment.
I’ve had the privilege of serving as superintendent in three remarkable districts; however, it has been some time since I’ve experienced the level of connection, pride, and true community that exists here in East Valley. This place is special because the people here are special.
To our students—you are the reason we do this work. Your reliance, curiosity, and spirit inspire us daily.
To our educators—you are the heartbeat of this district. Your grit and dedication to/for kids and to one another is unmatched.
To our families and community partners—your trust, advocacy, and belief in our students make all the difference. We can't do it without you
To our Board - thank you for maintaining your focus on best outcomes for all students and for leading with heart.
Together, we are East Valley!
Thank you for welcoming me, for your partnership, and for reminding me what it feels like to belong. I look forward to continuing to live, serve, and cheer alongside you - Once a Knight, always a Knight!
With love and gratitude,
Brian L Talbott
Dear East Valley Staff and Community,
On behalf of the East Valley School District Board ofDirectors, we are pleased to share that following a thorough and thoughtful search process, the Board has chosen Dr. Mandi Rehn to serve as the next Superintendent of East Valley School District.
This decision comes after an extensive process that included a strong and highly qualified pool of candidates. We are grateful for the time, effort, and interest shown by each applicant who expressed a desire to serve the East Valley community.
We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to our staff, families, and community members who participated in forums, provided feedback, and engaged in this important process. Your input played a vital role in helping guide the Board’s decision, and we value your continued partnership and support.
We look forward to sharing more information about our new Superintendent in the coming days and are excited to continue with the great work that is happening in EastValley School District.
Thank you again for your engagement and commitment to our schools.
On behalf of the East Valley School District Board ofDirectors, we are pleased to share that following a thorough and thoughtful search process, the Board has chosen Dr. Mandi Rehn to serve as the next Superintendent of East Valley School District.
This decision comes after an extensive process that included a strong and highly qualified pool of candidates. We are grateful for the time, effort, and interest shown by each applicant who expressed a desire to serve the East Valley community.
We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to our staff, families, and community members who participated in forums, provided feedback, and engaged in this important process. Your input played a vital role in helping guide the Board’s decision, and we value your continued partnership and support.
We look forward to sharing more information about our new Superintendent in the coming days and are excited to continue with the great work that is happening in EastValley School District.
Thank you again for your engagement and commitment to our schools.
DID YOU KNOW?
A Facilities Improvement Team (FIT)—made up of parents/guardians, staff, business partners, and community members—spent eight months reviewing building conditions and future needs before recommending the bond to the Board of Directors.
A Facilities Improvement Team (FIT)—made up of parents/guardians, staff, business partners, and community members—spent eight months reviewing building conditions and future needs before recommending the bond to the Board of Directors.
Please join us tomorrow at 6 pm in the EVHS library to hear from our students about the bond.
*The event is student-led and reflects student perspectives. The focus is on providing facts, not opinions.
*The event is student-led and reflects student perspectives. The focus is on providing facts, not opinions.
