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
New Teacher Feature: Aimee Gunter
/in District Site News, Early Learning Center News /by rthornburgThe Pendleton School District is happy to feature new PSD teachers.
Pendleton School District Seeks Input
/in District Site News, News - District & All Schools /by rthornburgWe are asking you to help us by completing a survey.
PELC Welcomes the 2022-23 School Year
/in District Site News, Early Learning Center News /by rthornburgAngela Lattin, Principal of Pendleton Early Learning Center, welcomes students and families to the 2022-23 school year.
PELC Square 1 Art
/in District Site News, Early Learning Center News /by rthornburgWhat could be better than a gift with your own child’s artwork on it? Probably not a lot. Students at the Pendleton Early Learning Center (PELC) are currently creating art for the Square 1 Art program, which has been going on at the PELC since it opened.
Essentially, each classroom teacher creates a theme/idea for students to do – handprints, animals, hearts, etc., and each student creates a colorful piece of art. Then, the teachers mail the artwork to the company, Square 1 Art. About two or three weeks later, the company sends back a personalized brochure for each student featuring their artwork that parents and family members can browse through and order online products like tote bags, ceramic tiles, mugs and more with their child’s artwork on it.
Rachele Johnson, a Kindergarten Teacher, helps coordinate the program at the PELC, saying it’s great because it’s fairly easy to manage and “the children and families absolutely love to see the kids’ artwork on items they will enjoy using, plus they make great holiday gifts for extended family members.”
A percentage of the money raised from the purchased items goes back to each teacher’s classroom, which amounted to about $118 per teacher last school year, Johnson said. She also explained that this fundraiser is nice because it doesn’t require young students to sell candy bars or something like that outside of school.
The Square 1 Art program is also operated at some elementary schools in the Pendleton School District.
Integrated Pest Management Notification
/in District Site News, News - District & All Schools /by rthornburgHere is a copy of Pendleton School District’s Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program for the 2022-23 school year.
IPM Notification Letter 2022-23
2022-23 Bus Routes Posted
/in District Site News, News - District & All Schools /by rthornburgThe 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