BATTLE GROUND – Battle Ground Public Schools’ board of directors has again been recognized as one of 34 Boards of Distinction for 2023-24 by the Washington State School Directors Association. Battle Ground was one of 14 boards recognized in the large district category (more than 9,000 students) and the only Clark County district to receive the honor this year. This is the fourth time in the past seven years the Battle Ground school board has received this award.
Battle Ground was selected for its leadership of efforts to improve outcomes for each student. This work included approval of new curricula for English language arts, social studies and social and emotional learning. The new curricula replaced outdated materials and is designed to provide greater consistency throughout students’ time in school.
“This board has collaboratively worked together to maintain district vision and goals and we are grateful to receive this recognition,” said Jackie Maddux, board president. “So much progress has been made in the past year to reduce educational gaps in a number of ways, including adopting multiple new curricula. This board remains committed to guiding the district forward on behalf of students, staff, families and our communities.”
“Our district is fortunate to have these dedicated, hardworking men and women serving on our school board,” said Superintendent Denny Waters. “We don’t need awards to know how committed they are to making sure our students thrive, but we are still happy and excited to see them receiving this recognition.”
