School Recreation program expands to include 15 schools.
District purchases first 150 acres of Dorris Ranch property. Grove; Indian Creek District 425, Shabbona; Oswego C. Fort Park development is completed and park is dedicated. Board adopts the five-year Capital Improvement Plan. Summer Teen Challenge Camp for middle school-aged youth is launched. Only one of four school consolidation proposals proved successful.
The first Program Guide is mailed to District patrons. Planning begins for 5-year Capital Improvement Plan. Willamalane throws a Birthday Bash to celebrate its 60th anniversary. Memorial Building and Willamalane swimming pool are completed. Northern General Charles Zagonyi was raiding the city. District initiates Scholarship Fund for needy residents. Construction is dependent on successful annexation of the area. Softball and baseball lights are installed at Willamalane Park.
Many colored children went to school only half days. Willamalane Pool roof is removed, facility opens as an outdoor pool. Construction begins on the skatepark at Willamalane Park. Willamalane Pool bathhouse renovation is completed. Vashon Island School District has also adopted an outstanding communication strategy. Dedications take place on May 30 and July 4, respectively. Flag poles are upgraded or replaced at every Willamalane facility. Baker Park, honoring the Kalapuya people and their language.