Herbicide Notice

PSD Facilities anticipate putting down an herbicide treatment across the district grounds the week of March 24-28, 2025, weather dependent.

Grade 6 SMS

Sunridge Middle School 6th Grade Orientation Day

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August 29, 2022

A little less than 200 incoming sixth grade students gathered at Sunridge Middle School on Monday, August 29th for 6th Grade Orientation Day. The day is intended for these new middle school students to explore their new school without the upperclassmen there and to learn about being an SMS Bronc.

SMS Principal Piper Kelm said the students are grouped into their Advisory Classes for the orientation and learn the layout of the school, rules, and most importantly, how to navigate lunch. Kelm welcomed the students in the morning, introduced their teachers and asked the sixth graders to look around at their fellow Class of 2029 students. “Unless you were at the PELC for kindergarten, this is the first time your class has been together. Look left, look right and see who you will be learning with and experiencing school with for the next seven years.”

Kelm said orienting the sixth graders to SMS lunch is really important because many of them aren’t used to eating in a really large group. Plus, she said “choice paralysis” happens when the students are faced with which line to get in and what to order for lunch. A practice lunch on Monday meant one less new thing for the first day of school on Tuesday.

“We really want all our middle schoolers, including 7th and 8th graders, to have a great first day, but the sixth graders feeling more comfortable on Tuesday helps them have a smoother transition,” Kelm said.

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Abigail Thorne

Pendleton High School Student Awarded with Academic Honors from College Board National Recognition Programs

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Pendleton High School Student Awarded with Academic Honors from College Board National Recognition Programs

Pendleton High School students excelled in College Board assessments and schoolwork to earn these awards, which colleges use to identify academically competitive underrepresented students.

Pendleton High School students have earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs. These National Recognition Programs grant underrepresented students with academic honors that can be included on college and scholarship applications and connect students with universities across the country, helping them meaningfully connect to colleges and stand out during the admissions process. Colleges and scholarship programs identify students awarded National African American, Hispanic, Indigenous and/or Rural/Small Town Recognition through College Board’s Student Search Service.

Abigail Thorne has been selected as a College Board National Rural and Small-Town Awardee.

“We’re thrilled that Abigail has earned this recognition. We are very proud of her for her achievements in the classrooms and on College Board assessments,” said Patrick Dutcher, Principal of Pendleton High School. “These programs help students from underrepresented backgrounds stand out to colleges during admissions.”

Students who may be eligible have a GPA of 3.5 or higher and earned a score of 3 or higher on two or more AP Exams, and attended school in a rural area or small town.

“We want to honor the hard work of these students through the College Board National Recognition Programs. This program creates a way for colleges and scholarship programs to connect directly with underrepresented students who they are hoping to reach,” said Tarlin Ray, College Board senior vice president of Big Future. “We hope the award winners and their families celebrate this prestigious honor and it helps them plan for their big future.”

CONGRATULATIONS, Abigail!

Brian Norris

Integrated Pest Management Notification

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Here is a copy of Pendleton School District’s Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program for the 2022-23 school year.

IPM Notification Letter 2022-23

Joannie Wainwright

2022-23 Bus Routes Posted

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The 2022-23 bus routes are now posted under Parent Resources/Student Transportation.  First Student, Inc. is the transportation provider for our district.  If you have any questions, please call Joannie, Manager, at 458-213-5709 or Tiffany, Dispatch, at 458-213-5286.

View the 2022-23 Bus Routes

 

Kevin Headings

Superintendent Message – Back to School – August 24, 2022

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Superintendent Kevin Headings welcomes Pendleton School District students to the 2022-23 school year.

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Kevin Headings

Superintendent Message – Letter to Parents and Families – August 18, 2022

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Hello PSD Parents and Families,

This is not how I planned to introduce myself, but sometimes the best laid plans go astray.  With that said, I’m Kevin Headings, and I’m Pendleton School District’s new superintendent.

As many of you know, there was an armed robbery and shooting at Wildhorse Casino yesterday afternoon around 1:00 p.m.  Some of our Pendleton School District (PSD) staff were on site for a school function and witnessed much of the event.  One of our staff was injured by the gunfire.  We’re glad to report that the injuries, while serious, aren’t life threatening.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the PSD staff and families affected by this tragic event.  Unfortunately, acts of violence like this are difficult to comprehend and explain.

In light of this event and school starting soon, you, as parents and your students, may be nervous and apprehensive.  Building principals and school counselors are aware of this and are prepared to support and keep our kids safe.

The Pendleton School District has many safety procedures in place, such as designated entrances and exits at our schools, safety drills, and more.  The safety of students and staff is the district’s top priority.  It might be helpful to talk to your child and review what their school does every day to keep them safe.

In addition to the things above, here are a few things that parents can do to help their child through a stressful time like this:

  • Limit access to social media
  • Talk with children if they have concerns and focus on what they can do.
  • If you are not comfortable sending your child to school in the wake of tragic events, work with your child’s school.

Finally, If a student hears or becomes aware of others planning or talking of committing violent acts, they should report it to an adult immediately, or they can use the SafeOregon tip line at safeoregon.com  “If you hear something, say something.”

The beginning of school is fast approaching.  The Pendleton School District is committed to making the start of school, and the year, as positive and supportive as we can for all our students.

Thank you,

Kevin Headings
Superintendent

Kevin Headings

Superintendent Message – August 17, 2022

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RE: Incident at Wildhorse Resort & Casino

Today at approximately 1:00 PM there was a shooting at Wildhorse Casino. There were some PSD staff onsite for a school event. Several members of our staff witnessed the incident and one staff member was injured. The safety and well-being of our students and staff are always our number one priority. The PSD staff involved will be meeting to debrief and receive support. Please keep everyone involved in your thoughts.

If you or a family member are impacted by this tragic incident, please call for assistance to the mental health emergency line 988.

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