The Washougal School District recently announced a set of administrative changes for the 2026-2027 school year. Wendy Morrill, a veteran teacher and principal in the district, has been selected as the Director of Teaching and Learning. Morrill brings a wealth of experience and passion to this work, having served for 19 years as a teacher and six as the principal at Hathaway.

New Leadership Roles

Morrill said, ‘I am committed to ensuring that all students are continuous learners who reach their full potential.’ She added that she believes strong partnerships between teachers, students, staff, and families are essential for student success. Jason Foster will serve as the interim principal of Hathaway Elementary School, bringing eight years of experience as an English and science teacher in Washougal, as well as experience working with student behavior as the dean of students at Hathaway.

Shalise McConnell has been selected as the Executive Director of Business Services, having previously served as the School Finance Director for North Beach School District for seven years. McConnell has a degree in accounting from Western Washington University and has demonstrated a high level of financial competence, a strong desire to collaborate, and effective communication.

Original reporting: Clark County Today (Vancouver WA) — read the source article.