Longview School District

The Longview School District currently has 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high schools and one additional building which houses special programs. A visit to any one of our 14 school buildings shows parents and community members working hand-in-hand with children and district personnel. Community members faithfully serve on building and district advisory commitees and have an active voice in planning and site-based decisions. Strong relationships exist between the district, local news media, and the business and industrial communities. The Longview School District's high expectations are reflected in its outstanding and caring employees. Staff members continually work toward better ways to learn, teach and serve students. The district places high value on its staff members' abilities to positively interact with students colleagues, parents, and community members. The district is committed to extensive staff development and offers training about instructional topics and instructional technology. The Longview School District believes in equal access and equal opportunity. The district is in compliance with state and federal requirements.

The mission of the Longview School District is to ensure that every student learns the skills, attitudes, and knowledge to become a responsible, productive citizen in a rapidly changing society. This is accomplished: -through a partnership of students, staff, parents and community focused on results; -in a supportive, caring, innovative environment; -with a commitment to challenge each learner to reach potential.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Committed to Compliance with Title IX, Education Amendments, 1972 The Longview School District is a drug- and tobacco-free workplace. The Longview School District is an Equal Opportunity district in education programs, activities, services, and employment. Longview School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, age, families with children, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. We provide equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. We also comply with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Older Worker Protection Act, and all other state, federal, and local equal opportunity laws. If you have a physical or mental disability that causes you to need assistance to access school facilities, programs, or services, please notify the school principal. This district endeavors to maintain an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment. Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against should contact the school principal or one of the following district designees: ADA/Students: Rod McHattie, Director of Special Services, (360) 575-7008; ADA/Employees: Chris Fritsch, Assistant Superintendent, (360) 575-7003; IDEA and 504: Rod McHattie, Director of Special Services, (360) 575-7008; Affirmative Action: Chris Fritsch, Assistant Superintendent, (360) 575-7003; Title VII and Title IX: Chris Fritsch, Assistant Superintendent, (360) 575-7003; Athletic Equity: Chris Fritsch, Asst. Superintendent, (360) 575-7003.