Mr. Talley's 5th graders recently had a hands-on science experience dissecting owl pellets! They eagerly explored the contents, identifying tiny bones and piecing together the diets of these fascinating birds of prey.
During STEM block in the afterschool program, students used Magna Tiles to see how high they could build towers. This one made it to the ceiling!
Calling parent and student volunteers for the weekend of April 26th-27th!
Sign up to volunteer for the Gorge Gravel Grinder and get a catered lunch, Grinder T-Shirt and gear bag! It's easy to sign up with Sign Up Genius- choose the Volunteer Option that interests you. Click the Submit & Sign Up link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E044AA8AA2FA6FB6-49399206-2025#/
If you are volunteering with a team or school group please note the name in the comment box on your sign-up.
Thanks to our community volunteers we can ensure a safe and fun event for our athletes. Our volunteers include athletes' family & friends and the local community. If you have any questions about the volunteer positions please call, text or email me!
On Friday, March 21st, Dufur School hosted its first annual Powwow! This event was planned entirely by students in the Youth Advisory Council, led by staff and parent volunteers. It was a huge success!
The Dufur Family and Consumer Science class is looking for some supplies for their classroom. Right now they are in need of fabric, ironing boards/irons and rotary cutting supplies. If you have items you would like to donate, please contact Lindsey Black (lindsey.black@dufur.k12.or.us). Thank you!
Parents, if you were not able to get your Dufur Ranger Junior Ranger Football forms in yet, you can still email Nickie Hage (nickie.hage@dufur.k12.or.us) duirng spring break if you child wants to participate!
Dufur School's PowWow will take place at Dufur School tomorrow beginning at 6:45 pm. For those of you who would like to see the PowWow, but cannot attend in person, here is the NFHS link: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/dufur-high-school-dufur-or/evta913886d25
This is a free broadcast!
Congratulation to Jacob Brown and Jacob Kent for being chosen for the 1A Allstar game that will be held in June in Sisters, Oregon. The Ranger Nation is proud of you both. Go Rangers!
A quick reminder for all visitors: If you're on campus during school hours, please sign in at the office and wear a visitor’s badge—this includes visitors to our outdoor spaces.
🐶 Pet owners: Dogs must be leashed at all times, should not be present when school is in session, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.
Thank you for helping us keep our campus safe and welcoming for everyone!
Get excited for the Dufur PowWow! Community dinner starts at 6 p.m. this Friday, March 21st!
Mark your calendar's for this year's Dufur School Talent Show! All participants must sign up and attend tryouts. The show is open to Dufur students in grades preschool through 12.
Third graders just finished up their unit on the human body. We learned about the muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems and how they are interconnected. Students created visual models of the spine, which included the spinal column, vertebrae, and cartilage.
Our mid-level students were able to participate with Artist-In-Residence Amy Gray and her four helpers today. This is actually a culminating project that will result in a mural in the white wall space next to the cafeteria entrance! When speaking about the mural project, Amy said "Through illustration, drawing, painting, printmaking, etc using natural materials or plants or animals or words that the kids choose we could help them conceptualize the mural in March/April and May and then it could go up in June."
Happy St. Patrick's Day! The Dufur Sprouts have their very own Leprechaun today!
Dufur families, tomorrow, March 14th is a Staff Development Day. School will not be in session for students. Although we are not having classes tomorrow, the Missoula Children's Theater and Dufur School will present "Treasure Island." There will be two performances, one at 1:00 pm and the second at 6:00 pm. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students.
The Junior High Track and Field season will begin on Monday, March 31st. Practice will be from 3:30 to 4:30. Parents, please make sure your athlete has an up-to-date sports physical!
Many students were the guest speakers during this month's virtual Community of Practice meeting for Tribal History Shared History (a group of educators from the region who are passionate about teaching THSH)! They did a phenomenal job sharing about the history and importance of Powwows, styles of dances, their favorite parts of Powwow, what to expect for those who've never attended before, and etiquette. They greatly impressed the attendees with their knowledge, willingness to share their traditions and representing their community!
These students, and many more, have been working hard to plan the 1st annual Powwow at Dufur School! We hope you and your family will be able to attend the event on Friday, March 21st. A community meal will begin at 6:00pm and Grand Entry will be at 7:00pm.
Parents, don't forget to turn in registration forms for football camp if your child is planning on participating?
- Forms due March 21st
- Out of district kids are welcome
- K - 8th grade ( It is open to the older preschool group as well)
Please contact Nickie Hage if you have questions or need new copies of the registration form: nickie.hage@dufur.k12.or.us
Last week Dufur High School students were able to attend a Skilled Trades and College Fair hosted at Dufur School by the Ranger TECH CTE program. They were joined by students from Maupin High School, Horizon Christian Academy, and Innovations Academy. The fair was a great event, and we are very thankful to Leona Egeland for organizing it for our students. We also want to express gratitude to the vendors and individuals who came to share their knowledge with our students!
Last night, nine new members from the class of 2027 were inducted into Dufur High School's chapter of the National Honor Society. To be inducted, students must demonstrate high levels of scholarship, leadership, character, and service. These new members join 14 members from the classes of 2026 and 2027. Thank you to former NHS member Principal Whitley for being the guest speaker at the event. The NHS is advised by DHS teacher Sarah Anderson.
New Members: Gavin Anderson, Ever Corbett, Emerson Harvey, Ale Meza, Alyssa Nelson, Rhiannon Poellet, Miranda Prettyman, Luke Radford, and Cadence Young
Current Members: Violet Carrillo, Nathan Coleman, Foster Harvey (not pictured), Alex Labenske, Shyanne Loomis, Madison Martell, Cynthia Medina, Kalie Rockwell (not pictured), Michael Seitz, Isabelle Shaw, Tygh Timinsky, Alexis Westfall, Kaylee Wiles, and Jayda Winner
