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Wax Museum

McKay Creek Elementary Wax Museum

February 27, 2023/in District Site News, McKay Creek School News /by rthornburg

After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, McKay Creek Elementary announces the return of the 4th Grade Wax Museum.

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pajama friday

Washington Elementary Last Fridays Events

February 24, 2023/in District Site News, Washington School News /by rthornburg

Pajama Friday at Washington Elementary

Who doesn’t love Friday? Well, at Washington Elementary School, staff and students are taking Friday fun to a whole new level.

On the last Friday of each month, everyone is allowed to wear their pajamas to school. That day there is also a monthly Snack Sale organized by the school’s Parent Club. Snacks are donated each month by parent volunteers from a designated grade level. Students are allowed to purchase reasonably priced snacks, and proceeds go to the Parent Club.

“This is a fun, easy way to have a little celebration in our building once a month,” said Principal Coree Terjeson.

And what’s better than eating M&M’s in your pajamas?

pajama friday

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First Student at PELC

Pendleton Early Learning Center Bus Driver Appreciation Event

February 23, 2023/in District Site News, Early Learning Center News /by rthornburg

On the snowy morning of Wednesday, February 22, 2023, kindergartners at the Pendleton Early Learning Center (PELC) found a great way to thank the bus drivers from First Student, Inc., who serve the Pendleton School District.

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KHC

Washington Elementary Kids Heart Challenge

February 22, 2023/in District Site News, Washington School News /by rthornburg

Washington Elementary kicked off its annual Kids Heart Challenge on Friday, February 17, 2023. This program focuses on whole-body wellness, helping students improve their own health and better their character while raising life-saving donations for the American Heart Association to help kids facing heart-health issues.

The Kids Heart Challenge is held at schools across the country.

Washington Wildcats will learn how to keep their hearts and brains healthy, get moving with fun activities and meet kids with special hearts.

At a special assembly on Friday, students learned about choosing a heart-healthy challenge to Move More or Be Kind. In the next few weeks, students will ask family members and friends to donate to the Kids Heart Challenge. Prizes for fundraising will be awarded, including:

  • Top student in grades 1-2 and 3-5 will get to be the P.E. teacher for their class
  • Top participating class in grades 1-2 and 3-5 get FREE choice P.E.
  • Second top fundraising students in grades 1-2 and 3-5 will get a special lunch with the Principal
  • When a student raises $50, you will instantly earn a Be The Torch wristband, 4 Heart Heroes, and a Mystery Gift

Families are encouraged to register online at: http://www2.heart.org/goto/WashingtonElementaryOR

According to Erin Donnelly, P.E. Teacher at Washington Elementary, the students are always excited to kick off this program in February. “Kids Heart Challenge is a great way to teach kids how to embrace a heart-healthy, active lifestyle while raising money for a good cause with some fun competition.”

The challenge runs through March 13, 2023. The school’s fundraising goal is $3,000.

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PHS FFA 2023

National FFA Week – February 18-25, 2023

February 20, 2023/in District Site News, High Schools News /by rthornburg

“Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve” is the motto of FFA.

FFA and agricultural education provide a strong foundation for the youth of America and the future of food, fiber, and natural resources.  FFA promotes premier leadership, personal growth, and career success among its members.

Pendleton High School FFA Advisors Marty Campbell and Kylee Hunt invest in their students who work hard before, during and after school to succeed.  This includes working on projects, continuing their SAEs, and practicing for Career Development Events such as Ag Mechanics, Meats Evaluation, and Livestock Evaluation, all of which have enlisted the help of many community members.  Mr. Campbell shares some of the recent student successes.

  • Eight students will be receiving their State FFA Degree (pending final approval by the state)
  • District Proficiency Award Winners (awarded for excellence in their Supervised Agricultural Experiences)
    • Kelli Nelson in Sheep Production
    • Crae Campbell in Ag Sales and Service
    • Michael Roselle in Goat Production
    • Kelli Nelson in Veterinary Science
    • Rylee Demianew in Agricultural Education
    • Alison Spratling in Grain Production
  • Kelli Nelson placed second in the Job Interview Career Development Event and will be moving on to Sectionals
  • Faith Olson placed third in the district with her portfolio of FFA activities
  • Adrie Fisher placed second in the district with the Chapter scrapbook and will be going on to State
  • Rylee Demianew placed second in Advanced Public Speaking and will move on to Sectionals
  • Faith Olson won the Sophomore Public Speaking and will move on to Sectionals
  • Casey Van Corn placed fourth in the Beginning Public Speaking
  • Vance Nelson won the Creed Speaking and will move on to Sectionals
  • Hazel Case placed fourth in the Creed Speaking
  • Michael Roselle was elected Blue Mountain District Treasurer

A big thank you to the advisors and congratulations to the students!

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Washington Staff

Washington Elementary Staff Connection

February 17, 2023/in District Site News, Washington School News /by rthornburg

Coree Terjeson, Principal at Washington Elementary School, understands how hard it is some days to be an elementary school teacher or educational assistant, and that was before the global pandemic. Supporting teachers and staff in her school building is something Terjeson takes seriously. Well, not too seriously, because building relationships and connecting with one another is what it’s all about….and occasionally, adding a little fun.

Starting in August, Terjeson and Assistant Principal Heidi Paullus organized a retreat at Tamástslikt Cultural Institute, funded by the OEA Choice Trust to welcome all Washington employees to the school year. Since then, they have had several other fun events to connect with each other, create a positive staff culture, and support one another. They have been celebrating the Washington staff since the beginning of the school year by planning staff events and treats. “It always makes for a fun time when staff gets together to relax and enjoy each other’s company,” said Terjeson.

“No matter what we do each month during these activities, our goal is the same – to help the
60+ employees at our school feel safe and welcome, and to create a positive workplace climate
so they want to continue to be part of our Wildcat family,” Terjeson said.

Most recently, on a Monday in-service in January, Terjeson and Paullus planned a fun icebreaker that brought many laughs and smiles of appreciation. Each teacher was given a balloon and a permanent marker to write their name.  While the music was played, the teachers tossed their balloons in the air and tried to keep them off the ground.  When the music stopped, they grabbed the nearest balloon and wrote positive qualities about their coworkers or words of encouragement. “Even though this activity was first thing in the morning, everyone seemed to enjoy their balloons,” said Terjeson.

The activities are funded at all Pendleton School District buildings by a grant to help support the retention of staff.

Washington Staff

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Kevin Headings

A Message from Superintendent Headings – February 17, 2023

February 17, 2023/in District Site News, High Schools News /by rthornburg

A report was made this morning to the Pendleton High School administration about a possible threat posted on social media to harm students at the school today.  Law enforcement was contacted immediately, and with the help of the school administration, the student in question was contacted without incident.  At no time were students at PHS unsafe or in any danger from this incident.  “We want to thank the student who came forward to make the report and the Pendleton Police Department for their quick response and continued support to keep our students safe.”

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PHS Counselors 22-23

PHS Recognizes Their Counselors

February 8, 2023/in District Site News, High Schools News /by rthornburg

Karen Demianew, Maddy Stuvland and Ron Murphy serve as advocates, mentors, coaches, cheerleaders, and teachers, and they are truly the glue that holds so many aspects of our schools together. As we recognize their hard work and dedication this week, we want to express our appreciation and gratitude to each of our amazing school counselors. We know students cannot learn unless their social and emotional needs are being tended to, and our school counselors are there to remove barriers and help students to navigate challenges. We are so lucky here at Pendleton High School to be surrounded by such a talented and creative group of school counselors.

PHS Counselors 22-23

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NSCW 2023

National School Counseling Week – February 6-10, 2023

February 6, 2023/in District Site News, News - District & All Schools /by rthornburg

National School Counseling Week 2023 (Feb. 6-10), sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), highlights the essential contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems and the tremendous impact they have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. Every student deserves a school counselor to help with academic achievement strategies, managing emotions and applying interpersonal skills, and planning for postsecondary options. School counselors are #HelpingStudentsDreamBig. Take a moment to thank your local school counselor(s).

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PELC Sign Board

PELC Visual Communication Board

February 2, 2023/in District Site News, Early Learning Center News /by rthornburg

The Pendleton Early Learning Center has installed a visual communication board on its playground so that non-verbal students can communicate during recess. The board has about 60 small word-picture icons with a variety of subjects, actions, and more — things like “run, slide, yes, no, go, cold, bathroom.” Students can point to one of the icons to communicate with adults or with other students.

On a smaller scale, this visual communication tool is used in classrooms for non-verbal students as well.

Angela Lattin, Principal at the PELC, said there are several non-verbal students in the school who will benefit from the communication board, as will many of their classmates. “Our goal is that every child can communicate their needs. These boards provide exactly that access in the play setting,” Lattin said.

A second communication board will be installed on the other playground soon.

PELC Sign Board

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