Education

New Superintendent Takes Helm at VPS

Friday, August 28, 2026

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Vancouver Public Schools (VPS) welcomed Dr. Rocky Torres-Morales as its new superintendent for the 2026-27 school year, marking a leadership change for the district. The district announced the appointment in a message dated August 27, 2026, noting that Dr. Torres-Morales' official first day was August 25. The message also highlighted that the first day of school for students is scheduled for Tuesday, August 25, 2026, with enrollment assistance available from August 17-24.

📄 Source: Local Government — https://vansd.org/news

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Vancouver Public Schools welcomed Dr. Rocky Torres-Morales as its new superintendent“Please join us as we welcome Dr. Rocky Torres-Morales on his official first day as Superintendent of Vancouver Public Schools and celebrate the beginning of a new chapter for our ...”
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Dr. Rocky Torres-Morales will be the superintendent for the 2026-27 school year“Please join us as we welcome Dr. Rocky Torres-Morales on his official first day as Superintendent of Vancouver Public Schools and celebrate the beginning of a new chapter for our ...”
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Vancouver Public Schools announced the appointment of Dr. Rocky Torres-Morales in a message dated August 27, 2026No usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The first day of school for students is scheduled for Tuesday, August 25, 2026“Tuesday, Aug. 25 First day of sch...”
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Enrollment assistance is available from August 17-24“For all students who are new to or re-enrolling at VPS who need assistance with enrollment. Dates: Monday, August 17 through Monday, August 24, 2026 Times: Monday & Wednesday: 9 ...”