Strive For 5

A District-Wide Student Achievement Goal

Strive for 5 is one of our district’s Stay Sharp This Summer initiatives supporting our 75 by 35 student achievement goals. By helping our students retain and even grow the knowledge they acquired during the school year, we give our students the best start to the next school year.

Reading for just a few minutes a day – about five books over the summer – can help keep minds busy and skills sharp, so that we can pick up right where learning left off next fall. This summer, we’re challenging all Chehalis students in grades K-12 to join the Strive for 5 Challenge and commit to reading at least five books over the summer. Those who complete the challenge will have the satisfaction of knowing they’ll be starting the 2026-2027 school year strong. They’ll also be eligible for recognition and to win some fabulous prizes!

What Is Stay Sharp This Summer?

Since 2013, the Chehalis School District has been committed to preparing and supporting 100% of our students by cultivating their interests, unlocking their full potential, and guiding them as they align their skills, talents, and purpose with career pathways.

75 by 35 is our district’s current student achievement goal. By the Class of 2035 (the 2026-2027 school year’s 4^th graders), we want to see 75% of our graduates go on to earn some sort of post-secondary certificate or degree and 100% of our graduates to feel prepared and supported for their future goals. CLICK HERE to read for the Student Achievement home page where you can learn more about this exciting effort.

The Stay Sharp This Summer goal reminds us that student achievement is a year-round endeavor.  Look for this logo this summer for great ideas how you can help your student keep the learning going year round, while also enjoying your summer activities.

Our Stay Sharp This Summer Activities:

• W.F. West High School will once again host the UW Summer STEM Camp for incoming 9-12th graders Aug. 3-6. This experience is open to any student in grades 9-12 from any school. Cost is $25 per student with scholarships available. Go to THIS LINK to register your student for this experience.
• Chehalis Middle School will host a STEM Camp for incoming 6-8th graders Aug. 3-6. This camp is FREE. Go to THIS LINK to register your student.
• Orin Smith Elementary will hold Camp OSE - a hands-on STEAM (Science Technology Engineering, Art and Math) camp for incoming 3rd through 5th graders Mon-Thurs. June 15-18 & 22-25 and August 3-6 & 10-13. This camp is FREE. Go to THIS LINK to register your student for this experience.
• Orin Smith Elementary's Library will be open to incoming 3rd through 5h graders 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.: June 24-26; June 29-30; Aug. 3-6; and Aug. 10-13.
• Cornerstone Partnership and James Lintott Elementary will hold Kinder Camp for all incoming Kindergarteners June 17. This camp is FREE. Go to THIS LINK to learn about how to register your student.
• Cornerstone Partnership will host Kindercarnival Noon-2 p.m. Aug. 8 at James Lintott Elementary. This FREE event is open to all incoming and outgoing kindergarteners and their families and features games, treats and access to information from community partners.