Good luck to Ranger juniors Zeb Stelzer and new school record holder Ale Meza tomorrow as they compete at the Tri-valley cross country district meet. They are both vying for a trip to the OSAA State Championship meet in Eugene on November 8th!
"Dear Dufur Community Members,
The Dufur School District School Board is committed to providing the best possible support for our teachers. We believe that supporting our teachers is one of the most important things we can do to ensure the success of our students.
To help with this goal, we are forming a new, short-term Instructional Support Advisory Committee. We are seeking parents, guardians, and local community members who are passionate about public education to lend their valuable perspective.
Scope of the Committee
This is a "task force" style committee with a clear and focused goal. The work will include:
Reviewing feedback on current instructional challenges.
Providing a parent and community perspective on district resources and support systems.
Identifying barriers that impact the teaching and learning environment.
Developing a set of practical, actionable recommendations for the School Board.
Time Commitment
This will be a fast-paced, focused effort.
Meetings: The committee will hold two (and no more than three) working meetings during November.
Goal: To prepare and present a formal set of recommendations at the regular School Board meeting in December 2025.
Your perspective as a community member is crucial as we work to make Dufur School a place where teachers feel supported and students thrive.
If you are interested in serving on this committee, please contact Tim Fain (Board Chair) at tim4dsd2@gmail.com by Wednesday, November 5th. In your email, please include a brief sentence or two about why you are interested in joining. Here's a link to give input and show interest: https://forms.gle/BQzS4nk9H5ybq2XSA
Thank you for considering this opportunity to support our school.
Sincerely,
Tim Fain Board Chair, Dufur School District"
The Dufur School District School Board is committed to providing the best possible support for our teachers. We believe that supporting our teachers is one of the most important things we can do to ensure the success of our students.
To help with this goal, we are forming a new, short-term Instructional Support Advisory Committee. We are seeking parents, guardians, and local community members who are passionate about public education to lend their valuable perspective.
Scope of the Committee
This is a "task force" style committee with a clear and focused goal. The work will include:
Reviewing feedback on current instructional challenges.
Providing a parent and community perspective on district resources and support systems.
Identifying barriers that impact the teaching and learning environment.
Developing a set of practical, actionable recommendations for the School Board.
Time Commitment
This will be a fast-paced, focused effort.
Meetings: The committee will hold two (and no more than three) working meetings during November.
Goal: To prepare and present a formal set of recommendations at the regular School Board meeting in December 2025.
Your perspective as a community member is crucial as we work to make Dufur School a place where teachers feel supported and students thrive.
If you are interested in serving on this committee, please contact Tim Fain (Board Chair) at tim4dsd2@gmail.com by Wednesday, November 5th. In your email, please include a brief sentence or two about why you are interested in joining. Here's a link to give input and show interest: https://forms.gle/BQzS4nk9H5ybq2XSA
Thank you for considering this opportunity to support our school.
Sincerely,
Tim Fain Board Chair, Dufur School District"
The 3rd Graders have been learning about Classic Tales! To wrap up their hard work this quarter, they had several activities including a "picnic"! During the celebration, students dressed in disguises that Mr. Toad could have used in his grand escape. Toward the end of this Language Arts unit, Mr. Toad joined the class and then was up to his usual shenanigans.... Ugh, that Mr. Toad! A special thank you goes to Ms. Gloria, Ms. Kaylee, Mrs. Tierney, and all the other concerned citizens who reported spotting Toad out and about in the school and community!
Dufur School is seeking the following donations for the greenhouse area behind the school:
Metal rakes
Wheelbarrows
Apple tree pruning
If you are interested in helping or making a donation please contact Leona Egeland at:
leona.egeland@dufur.12.or.us
Metal rakes
Wheelbarrows
Apple tree pruning
If you are interested in helping or making a donation please contact Leona Egeland at:
leona.egeland@dufur.12.or.us
On to Districts! We congratulate the Rangers volleyball team as they travel to the Big Sky district volleyball tournament tomorrow. Join us for a team sendoff at the school tomorrow at 8:30 a.m., and then catch the Rangers in action as they play Sherman at 10 a.m.
In honor of National Principals Month, we want to recognize and celebrate Principal Tess Welk for her outstanding leadership and unwavering dedication to the students, staff, and families of Dufur School. Principal Welk leads with compassion, integrity, and a deep commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment where every student can thrive. Her ability to connect with students and inspire staff embodies the true spirit of servant leadership. We are grateful for her hard work, positive energy, and the difference she makes in our school community every day.
Earlier this month, Mr. Talley’s fifth grade class traveled to The Dalles Mountain Ranch for a day of outdoor education with the SECRETS program. SECRETS is a science program through The Gorge Discovery Center and Gorge Ecology. Members of the team teach seven weekly lessons in the fifth grade classroom and facilitated this field trip. Thanks to TEN parent volunteers, the SECRETS team reported that this is the largest group of parent volunteers to attend one of their field trips! Way to go Dufur families!!
The 6th grade First Aid students wrapped up a wound care lesson by making fake wounds in class and pranking Mr.C!
Here is a great opportunity for Dufur School students who may be in need of vision care!
Dufur School will be celebrating Veterans on November 10th at 9:15 in our lower gym. There will be a reception for Veterans and their families immediately following the assembly. Please help spread the word!
October letter from Superintendent Whitley
Support our Dufur PTO and help raise funds for classroom enrichment and academic needs! All proceeds from this fundraiser go directly to supporting teachers and students.
Shop for your holiday wrapping paper and other festive items at https://registercw.com/gateway?organizationMidasId=30577 and enter code 30577 at checkout.
Thank you for helping us make a difference in our classrooms!
Shop for your holiday wrapping paper and other festive items at https://registercw.com/gateway?organizationMidasId=30577 and enter code 30577 at checkout.
Thank you for helping us make a difference in our classrooms!
The 1st Grade class would like to give a special THANKS to Ted and Ashley Brewster for making last Friday the "best day ever"! The Brewster family purchased the winning bid at the JWD Auction for our class to have pizza, cupcakes, and an extra recess. We appreciate their kindness and support!
Junior Ale Meza just broke the 26 year old Dufur 5000 meter xc record! The old time was 21:18 and she ran 21:05 on Saturey at Lents Park in Portland beating the old record by 13 seconds! Congrats Ale! Your Rangers are proud of you!
Today we celebrated our great attendance for September with popcorn for all! A big thanks goes to Lindsey Harvey, Nancy Wilson and the Dufur High School ASB for working to make this happen.
Keep up the great attendance Rangers.
Keep up the great attendance Rangers.
Dear Families,
PortraitMasters will be here on October 23rd. Students may have their picture taken if they missed the first picture day, or have retakes done. We will start at 9:00 am, and we should be done by about 11 am.
If you are having a retake done, please have your student bring back their original package with a note of what you want to see different in the retake so our photographers can fix the issues from the first photo. This will also ensure that you will get your package reprinted.
How to Order:
Direct Online Link: https://orders.portraitmasters.volumephoto.io/?gallerypassword=DDS0925
QR Code:
School Code: DDS0925
If you prefer, visit PortraitMasters.com, click on “Order” at the top, click on the red button that says “Click here to be taken to our ordering page,” and enter your code in the provided box.
We will have envelopes onsite during retake day if you need one.
PortraitMasters will be here on October 23rd. Students may have their picture taken if they missed the first picture day, or have retakes done. We will start at 9:00 am, and we should be done by about 11 am.
If you are having a retake done, please have your student bring back their original package with a note of what you want to see different in the retake so our photographers can fix the issues from the first photo. This will also ensure that you will get your package reprinted.
How to Order:
Direct Online Link: https://orders.portraitmasters.volumephoto.io/?gallerypassword=DDS0925
QR Code:
School Code: DDS0925
If you prefer, visit PortraitMasters.com, click on “Order” at the top, click on the red button that says “Click here to be taken to our ordering page,” and enter your code in the provided box.
We will have envelopes onsite during retake day if you need one.
Notice: There will be a special meeting of the Dufur School District Board of Directors on Tuesday, October 21st at 5:30 pm. The meeting is open to the public, and is available as a Zoom Meeting as well. Check our website for the link. See the meeting agenda: https://www.dufur.k12.or.us/o/dufur-school-district/page/board-agenda-minutes
Our School Based Health Center will be closed on Tuesday, October 28th. They will be open for appointments on Thursday, October 30th as usual.
PSA about Grossology Stem Night!
The Class of 2026 is offering two ways to enjoy the spirit of Halloween this October. All proceeds support the senior class as they raise funds for graduation festivities and their senior trip.
Please email Senior Class President Alexis Westfall at 26alexis.westfall@dufur.k12.or.us with questions!
Please email Senior Class President Alexis Westfall at 26alexis.westfall@dufur.k12.or.us with questions!
