Bits 'n' Pieces: VSAA grad to 'Sleep No More' in New York | June 15

Many flock to New York City with stars in their eyes. But Mikenzie Ames' dreams of a full-time theatrical career, unlike others who quickly fall out of the rat race, became reality.

WSU starts sperm bank for honeybees | June 16

Project aimed at improving stock, preventing extinction of subspecies

PULLMAN — There's a lot of buzz at Washington State University over work to develop the first sperm bank for honeybees.

Murray touts early learning | June 15

Senator visits Vancouver program, listens to stories of how efforts get children ready for school

U.S. Sen. Patty Murray touted the Ready to Learn Act and the importance of early childhood education Friday during a visit to Vancouver.

Students learn to heart their hearts | June 5

Meadow Homes — Fort Vancouver High School students learned about heart health during the May 22 "Heart Your Health: Stay Strong Live Long" fair. On average, an otherwise healthy young person will suffer sudden cardiac arrest in the country every three days. There are often no warning signs, according to The Hope Heart Institute, which coordinated the evening health fair. The event included heart screenings for hundreds of students, first aid instruction and other health-related activities.

High school musicals nominated for statewide honors | June 5

Camas — The Camas High School production of Stephen Sondheim's musical fairy-tale mashup "Into the Woods" has been nominated for a whole bunch of awards -- including Outstanding Overall Musical, Outstanding Direction, Lighting Design and Stage Crew as well as numerous individual actor nominations. Lewis and Clark High School's "In the Heights," Liberty High School's "The Wizard of Oz" and Prairie Ground (Battle Ground Public Schools)'s "Singin' in the Rain" are also in the running for multiple awards that will be given out June 11 by Seattle's 5th Avenue Theater in its annual statewide student theater competition.

As retirement nears, Walnut Grove teacher reflects on 44-year career | June 4

After 44 years of teaching -- all of them at Walnut Grove Elementary School -- Marlene McPherson is retiring.

Hanford nuclear site topic of talk at Clark College | June 4

The history and future of the Hanford Nuclear Reservation will be discussed Thursday at Clark College.

Sen Hoss assumes helm of Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools | June 4

Rhona Sen Hoss will become the next executive director of the Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools under an agreement between the foundation and Vancouver Public Schools. Her appointment is subject to approval by the boards of directors of both organizations. Sen Hoss will start the position July 1. She replaces Tara Taylor, who led the foundation for three years.

School board candidate workshop Wednesday in Kelso | June 3

Southwest Washington residents running for a local school board seat are invited to attend a free workshop from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Kelso High School, 1904 Allen St. The Southwest Washington workshop is one of nine around the state in June organized by the Washington State School Directors' Association.

Battle Ground school board to host executive session | June 3

The board of directors of Battle Ground Public Schools will meet at 8 a.m. Wednesday at the Center for Agriculture, Scientific and Environmental Educational, Building A, 11104 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie. The special executive session agenda topic is personnel. The meeting is closed to the public.

Graduation ceremonies galore | June 3

June marks a new beginning for thousands of high school seniors.

Skyview band earns Starlight Parade honor | June 2

The Skyview High School Marching Band took top band honors Saturday night at the Portland General Electric/SOLVE Starlight Parade, winning the sweepstakes award.

Graduates take on worlds | June 2

There have been easier times for graduating high school seniors. College tuition is rising as career options are plateauing.

Adobe casts cloud on budgets | June 2

Cloud innovation in computer software could soon force school districts and other educational institutions to pay a monthly subscription fee.

Library rewards summer reading | June 1

"Dig Into Reading!" is the theme for the 2013 children's summer reading program in the Fort Vancouver Regional Library District.

Fort Vancouver slates archaeology lecture series | June 1

Technology and manufacturing will provide a fitting theme for this year's lecture series, said Doug Wilson, archaeologist at the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site.

VIDEO: Cultures on parade at Fort Vancouver | May 31

Wearing an elaborate gold sarong with a sash, Gabi Koc, 8, a third-grader at Sifton Elementary School, celebrated her Laotian heritage Friday morning as she walked along Officers Row.

Former students, staff reminisce as Marshall Elementary marks 50 years | May 30

Secretary Judie Loveall has been greeting students at George C. Marshall Elementary School for 33 years, and she welcomed back former students, former teachers and parents whose children attended the school on Thursday during an open house marking the school's 50th anniversary at its current location.