Soap Lake Superintendent Aaron Chavez gestures to a chainsaw wood carving of a bald eagle that he carved, which he intends to use, along with other carvings, as awards for students, staff, and community members that personify the best of Soap Lake schools.
July 26, 2023
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July 26, 2023 3:43 p.m.
Different focus
Soap Lake’s new superintendent looks to build trust, help students
SOAP LAKE – Aaron Chavez, the Soap Lake School District’s new superintendent, said he is planning on building trust in the community and helping students succeed in life just as much as in academics. “Our theme this year for the district is going to be mind, body and spirit, because we want to go beyond just getting kids ready for state tests, we want to get them ready for being a healthy human being,” said Chavez...