Hancock has served on the school board since Sept. 25, 2018

The Washougal School Board announced the resignation of Board President Angela Hancock, effective June 12.  Hancock has served on the school board since Sept. 25, 2018, representing district 2, which covers areas to the north of Washougal River Road and those parts of the district in Skamania County.

Hancock said “I want to express my gratitude to my fellow board members for the support and collaboration we have shared during my time on the board. Serving on the school board has been a rewarding and, at times, a very challenging experience. I have poured my time and energy into this elected volunteer position over the past almost six years, and I am proud of the progress we have made together as a board, especially through the challenging times that we have faced, unlike any directors before us.”

Hancock added, “During my time on the board, we have been recognized twice by the Washington State School Directors Association as a Board of Distinction. Our teachers have been recognized as regional teachers of the year.  Our school leaders have been lauded for improving student achievement. We have worked to increase student voice in decision-making and at school board meetings.  We have added time for citizen comments and added the Board Listening Tours to connect directly with the community. Our district navigated some of the most challenging times in recent history, coming out of the pandemic with a focus on student achievement and success that has seen Washougal with the highest graduation rate on record, and student test scores beating the state in most areas.”

Superintendent Dr. Mary Templeton noted that Hancock’s service to the community extends far beyond her dedication to the school board. “Angela has dedicated much of her life to public service, as a board member, a community volunteer, and an active and engaged parent.” Templeton added that, “Angela has been a strong voice for the community and our schools, focused on achieving the vision for excellent schools our community asked for in the Strategic Plan.”

Hancock said, “I am thankful to the staff who work hard every day to make sure our students are supported. I am grateful for the families and community members who have been supportive, reached out respectfully with questions over the years, and genuinely wanted to learn or get involved with our schools”

The Washougal School Board of Directors will follow their policy to fill the vacancy, and details about the process will be posted to the website and shared with the community once they are ready.

Information provided by the Washougal School District.