January is School Board Appreciation Month, and we are grateful for the Kelso School Board and their outstanding leadership. Recognized as a state Board of Distinction for the last three years in a row (2023, 2024, 2025--and 2021, as well) and Washington State School Board of the Year in 2023, their collaborative decision-making supports strong outcomes for students and schools.
Through strategic guidance, community engagement, and a visible presence in our schools and community, the Board exemplifies our Century Strong values of honor, courage, and grit, helping carry Kelso’s tradition of excellence forward.