Regular School hours are:

• 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. for kindergarten

• 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. for grades 1-6

Key phone numbers are located at the top of each web page. There is also an attendance line at 354-2880 to report students’ absences.

Most Hamblen graduates continue their studies at Chase Middle School (grades 7-8) and Ferris High School (grades 9-12). For further information on these schools, contact:

John Andes, principal, Chase Middle School (509) 354-4633
Erik Ohlund, principal, Ferris High School (509) 354-4400

Snow Closures

Decisions regarding snow closures and delays are made at the district level and apply to all schools in Spokane School District 81. Information regarding closures and delays is usually reported on local radio and television by 6:30 a.m. Closure information is also reported online at ESD 101.

The Washington Assessment of Student Learning (WASL) is a statewide test used to measure application of knowledge to problem-solving tasks. It also is used to evaluate school and district performance improvements. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting the state’s minimum standards.