Fort Community,
I am thankful for the opportunity to serve the families of Fort Vancouver High School Center for International Studies and I look forward to an exciting and fulfilling year of teaching and learning ahead.
I believe that education is the tool that can prepare our students academically, mentally, and emotionally for post-secondary options, up to and including four-year university. A team approach is essential for our HS students to be life, career, and college-ready.
When I began my journey as an educator, I was driven by the desire to make a real difference. In the classroom, I saw the impact I could have on my students. However, I soon realized that meeting each student’s needs was both complex and challenging. It became clear that the key to success lay in collaboration. By working together with colleagues, families, and the entire school district, we can effectively address both academic and social-emotional needs. United in our efforts, we can create a supportive environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive.
I am confident that as a community we can meet high academic expectations and provide the support needed for our students to achieve success. As a school community, we will “over teach” and “under assume” so that our students can live by our school values of excellence, community, character and equity. The growth and development of our students will be nurtured by a caring school community where they will experience a strong sense of belonging.
The strengths of our students and community will enrich the student-centered experiences at our school, creating a vibrant and supportive environment for every student. As students, you will need to be prepared for each opportunity and challenge that comes with every grade level. Remember, with every period, day, week, month, and semester you commit to learning, you’re making progress toward achieving your goals. Stay engaged and enthusiastic—each step brings you closer to your dreams!
Excellence in education means setting high standards, engaging in learning, and celebrating your successes.
Our commitment as a school community is for our school to provide for each of our students with an accessible and high quality education that will empower our students to be lifelong learners.
Yes, we can!
Luis A. Castro-Quintanilla