Sunridge Middle School Registration - Aug 14 from 7:30-1 pm and 2-7 pm

All incoming 6-8th graders need to register for the 2025-26 school year.

High School Registration - Aug 12 from 7-1 and 2-7 pm

The format is the same as in previous years, with all Registration Stations housed on the first floor. You start at the west side of the hallway and finish at the main office window. It is important that you come in to register your student during this time. If you are a new student to the district or did not attend Pendleton High School in the previous year, please contact Renee Moore, Registrar, at 541-966-3848 at any time. If you are unable to attend on this day, please call Shelby McQuinn, PHS Secretary, at 541-966-3804.

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4th Grade STEM Week at Washington Elementary

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Washington Elementary – 4th Grade STEM Week

Washington Elementary had its annual 4th Grade STEM Week earlier this month. Every year, the teachers organize this special week of instruction focusing on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math learning.

This year, there were five stations, each lasting one hour. Two stations used kits from GO-STEM to make catapults and straw structures. Another station involved the construction of tin foil boats, and another was marbles on ramps made from pipe insulation. The last station was coding on Code.org!

According to Michelle Herburger, 4th Grade Teacher, students enjoyed each session, returning ready to share what they had learned. The students also really enjoyed seeing their teachers dressed up as scientists in white lab coats and big white wigs.

What do teachers want the kids to take away from STEM Week? “We really focus on thinking and trying during this time. We offer students the supplies with limited direction and allow them to work together to make mistakes and learn from each other. It is a structure we don’t get to utilize much, and students aren’t used to not having a scripted plan given to them. They persevere and process so many concepts in such a short amount of time,” said Herburger.

Washington’s teachers said it’s powerful to have fun with the students and to watch this style of learning. They said they listen to the conversations that students have with each other and appreciate the respect they have for their peers and their learning. “We love it when they see success after several failed attempts. We love it when it’s time to stop, and they don’t want to. It reminds us why we became teachers.”

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5th Grade Field Trip to BMCC

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All fifth graders in the Pendleton School District got a glimpse of the community college in their own hometown on Wednesday, April 19th.

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Washington Elementary Last Fridays Events

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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?

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Washington Elementary Kids Heart Challenge

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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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Washington Elementary Staff Connection

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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.

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Washington Elementary Celebrates Native American Heritage Month

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The gym of Washington Elementary School was filled with Native American drumming, dancing and applause from students during the school’s Native American Heritage month celebration event on Friday, November 18, 2022.

The Nixyáawii Golden Eagles performed drumming for students & staff while dozens of Washington students joined the dance floor.

Fred Hill, Sr., Umatilla Language Teacher, and Mentor, spoke to the students about Native American culture, rites of passage for tribal youth, styles of the dances, and the different regalia. “We really appreciate this invitation to be here to share our culture, songs, and dance,” Hill said.

Washington Principal Coree Terjeson said “Recognizing & celebrating culture in our school is a critical experience for all of our Wildcats. A big shout-out goes to our Title VI staff and Mr. Heinrich from Nixyáawii for coordinating this event at Washington!”

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Kindness Assemblies at Washington Elementary

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Students at Washington Elementary School got a concentrated boost of positivity and kindness at two special assemblies on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.

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2022-23 Symphony Strings

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Pendleton School District and the Oregon East Symphony are excited to begin a new season of Symphony Strings! This program is open to all 4th and 5th grade students in the PSD and is an exciting opportunity to learn to play violin, viola, or cello.

We meet Mondays and Wednesdays in the Pendleton High School music department from 3:45-4:15 (we are unable to provide transportation), and students can still enroll! Classes start October 19, and students may enroll up until Oct. 26.

Students can bring their completed registration form with them. Please note that financial assistance and instrument loans are available for anyone who needs them.

Please reach out if you have any questions to Emily Muller-Cary at ecary@pendletonsd.org or Zach Banks at education@oregoneastsymphony.org.

Registration forms and the information are below and also on the Oregon East Symphony website.

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Washington Elementary Welcomes the 2022-23 School Year

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There are a lot of new things at Washington Elementary this school year.

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