East Valley High School has been recognized by Washington State and AWSL/AWSP for our commitment to building a positive school culture through strong student-adult partnerships! This recognition reflects our ongoing work to live out our vision of the student experience: I belong - I believe - I learn. I am future-ready. 

At EVHS, students are not just part of the conversation—they help shape it. This award celebrates the strength of our community, the power of collaboration, and the belief that when students and adults work side by side, incredible things happen.

Thirty educators from East Valley traveled to Sacramento on June 22 to attend the three-day AVID Summer Institute, where they joined colleagues from across the nation to learn, collaborate, and explore impactful instructional strategies that enhance student learning and foster a strong sense of belonging.

The AVID Summer Institute takes place over three months at various locations nationwide, offering some of the best professional development opportunities available. AVID’s mission is to close the opportunity gap by preparing all students for college and career readiness and success in a global society.

East Valley implements AVID strategies across multiple schools, with a strong commitment to rigorous instruction that ensures every student has the tools they need for academic achievement and lifelong success. The Sacramento conference gave East Valley educators valuable time to connect, share ideas, and gain new skills to better support all students in the East Valley School District.

This summer, the East Valley School District has entered into full-contract negotiations with the East Valley Education Association (EVEA). As we embark on this important process, our focus remains on supporting student success, attracting and retaining high-quality staff, and ensuring responsible stewardship of public resources.

In the spirit of transparency and community engagement, we will post bargaining proposals from both the District and EVEA on our District website as they are presented. We value the trust our community places in us and are committed to keeping families informed throughout this process.

We appreciate your continued support and interest as we work collaboratively toward a contract that reflects our shared commitment to the students and staff of East Valley.

Click here to view bargaining proposals.

The East Valley School District Board of Directors voted unanimously to place a $220M bond on the February 2026 ballot. This decision comes after months of research and analysis led by the district's Facilities Improvement Team (FIT) and engagement with members of business and the community.

The proposed bond measure will fund the replacement of the district's aging high school and middle school - both built over six decades ago. These buildings will be simultaneously constructed adjacent to the current sites ensuring students can stay on campus throughout construction without the disruption or cost of relocating to temporary classrooms. 

The estimated investment will cost approximately $1.96/$1,000 of assessed property value - a rate that reflects careful financial planning and local stewardship. The four-year capital levy, with a cost of  $0.73/$1,000 will expire in January 2026. Thus, the bond projects will mean an increase of $1.23/$1,000 overall. The District will also allocate the $80 million it receives from the state's School Construction Assistance Program (SCAP) to address critical infrastructure, safety, and security improvements at the five elementary schools, allowing East Valley to keep its schools safe, functional, and prepared for the future.

The bond is about more than buildings. It's about making sure our students are learning in safe, efficient facilities designed to help every learner reach their full potential. It's about equipping tomorrow's leaders and building a stronger East Valley community - together. 

Over the coming months, the district will connect with parents, business leaders, seniors, and community members to provide clear information, answer questions, and to listen. It's our community's investment - and your voice matters.  

We invite you to join the conversation and learn how this protects what matters most: the future of East Valley.

If not now, when? If not us, who? Let’s Bond 2026!

Brian Talbott
Superintendent

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In East Valley we create a culture of academic excellence by fostering an inclusive community where each student belongs, thrives, and is future ready.