DUFUR SCHOOL DISTRICT #29

A large group of Dufur High School students were guests of Representative Greg Smith today at the state capital. Students toured the capital and sat in on legislative sessions. They were an excellent representation of our school!

Dufur School District invites students, staff, parents, and community members to attend our Participatory Budgeting Session on Wednesday, February 18th from 6–8 p.m. This session builds on the 38 community survey responses we recently received, which showed strong support for investing in teacher retention, a focus on core instruction, student mental health supports, and pursuing alternative funding before making reductions. Participants will review key survey findings, discuss fiscal realities tied to enrollment trends, and collaborate on prioritizing resources for the 2026-2027 budget. Your voice matters as we work together to align our financial decisions with our shared commitment to student success and the long-term sustainability of our district. Join us to help shape the future of Dufur School District. Any questions prior to the event can be sent to kwhitley@dufur.k12.or.us

Our final high school home games for the season will take place this coming Friday. We will host Trout Lake beginning at 6:00 pm. It is also our senior night. Join us in recognizing our senior winter athletes and grab a spaghetti dinner!

Dufur CTE Construction students visited CGCC skilled trades center on Friday 2/6.

The 8th grade class is selling Valentines Grams at the office, through next Wed. Feb.11. They will be delivered Thursday Feb.12. This is for helping with the cost of their 8th grade trip to Oaks Park at the end of the year. You can choose from a Candy Cane Heart with card for $2, Candy Heart Deluxe (candy cane heart plus chocolates) with card for $3, or a Candy Cane Bouquet (plus chocolates) with card for $5.

Happy National School Counselor's Week. We want to share special gratitude for Ms. Tiffany and Ms. Judy today!

You could be having Lasagna for dinner on Friday night! Join us for varsity basketball action starting at 6 pm as we host SWCHS!

Congratulations to Dufur High School Junior, Hailee Pechanec, for reaching 1,000 career varsity basketball points! You can catch the Lady Rangers in action at home this Friday vs. South Wasco County at 6 p.m.

Reminder: Officer Gomez will be here on Monday, February 9th not only for a student assembly for grades 6-12, but also for a family information night at 6:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. We want to fill the cafeteria with families who want to stay informed on keeping their kids safe online and current teen drug trends. This session is designed to support parents and caregivers with practical information, real-world exmples, and time for questions. Dinner is provided for families who RSVP by Friday, February 6th. Childcare is available for children under age 10, and students age 10 and up are welcome to attend the session with their families. We strongly encourage family participation as we work together to keep our students safe and supported. Please use this link to RSVP! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2_lwqq0yfHruHIx2Z5ZD4UoEZ3n9Sb57XWocB0SlyQ23xFw/viewform?usp=header

Parents,

Here is information about upcoming Jr. Ranger Football Camps!

Attention students and families!
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming in two weeks! Get ready to discover amazing books, fun posters, and reading adventures for all ages. More details coming soon—start making your wish lists now!

Dufur School is doing a Meal Train for our two Missoula Children's Theater directors. We are looking for dinner donations for February 23rd through February 28th. Please use the link below to sign up if you would like to help!
https://mealtrain.com/em1621

Once you have signed up, please notes that meal drop offs can be made at the school's front desk by 3:45 p.m.

Here is the Dufur School February Newsletter: https://aptg.co/Md8Tdb

The Dufur School Board of Directors will meet in Executive Session pursuant to ORS 192.660 to consider matters exempt from public meeting requirements. The meeting will take place during the regular board meeting on February 3rd, 2026. Please see the attached agenda for more information.

The Regular Dufur School Board of Directors meeting will take place on Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the Dufur School cafeteria. Please see the attached Agenda. To attend virtually, please visit the link below:
Board Secretary is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Dufur School Board Meeting
Time: Feb 3, 2026 05:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Every month on the First Tue, until Dec 1, 2026, 11 occurrence(s)
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Monthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZwtd-yrpzsuHNQ1FauzOK9PtV7RQM_9OtkY/ics?icsToken=DDo1J_-pUSuDeQhLFAAALAAAACUovFgIj8qPCYi54CzO6IvvmuVcSUpzy4AS_rlElA2OBpZm9SoW1VYC6G77O1mvwmp2iPqnprodTToo1jAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=RNxuphfrQwauzhXR5TU1Cw
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88005390460?pwd=orUa3Ixc66sxlGgMHnmlY4BBBnEFDV.1

View meeting insights with Zoom AI Companion
https://us02web.zoom.us/launch/edl?muid=88005390460_1734558780000

Meeting ID: 880 0539 0460
Passcode: 494179

---

One tap mobile
+13462487799,,88005390460#,,,,*494179# US (Houston)
+16694449171,,88005390460#,,,,*494179# US

Join instructions
https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/88005390460/invitations?signature=yIuJYCbcjFWYLrd7DDJ74i36JPXsWBKdeJt0cMSelLc

Dufur School is looking for an individual to play piano for our Missoula Children’s Theatre production. If you are interested in donating your time to support our students, please contact Principal Tess Welk directly.

tess.welk@dufur.k12.or.us
541-298-5141

Tonight's special is Quesadilla/Frito Taco Bake when the Rangers play Lyle!

Class of 1964!

Join us this evening for basketball games vs. Nixyaawii and some great food from our amazing concessions!

Mark your calendar for February 11th for the Dufur School CTE Fair!