If you have any of the Dufur School red or black re-usable masks at home please return them A.S.A.P. Our supply is very low.
Check out the wonderful write-up about the Dufur Hometown Christmas written by Dufur Student, Morgan Olson!
https://www.columbiacommunityconnection.com/the-dalles/dufur/tractor-parade/unique
Eighth grade art students put their talents to work decorating the doors of the mid-level teachers. Their themes were: Boat in the Snow, Naughty & Nice, Santa in the Fire, and Santa Down the Chimney.
The Ranger Tech CTE program was a hit yet again this Wednesday; students were engaged in construction, welding, and health sciences classes all afternoon. Pictured is Madi Malcolm practicing ankle wrapping technique in health sciences.
If you are planning to attend tonight's Winter Concert, please consider bringing a canned food or winter clothing item to put under the tree in the main entrance. These items will be donated locally to those in need. Season's Greetings!
Thanks to Tony Morris from Morris Construction and Design and Jon Keyser from The Dalles Iron Works for working with Dufur High School Students as part of The Ranger Tech Program! Career skills brought to Dufur High School by great community partners through the Ranger Tech Program, a winning combination!
Congratulations to Dufur School's Career Technical Education Coordinator Leona Egeland who just received a
$ 2500.00 grant from the Roundhouse Foundation to support the Dufur School CTE Construction program. Great Job!
The Missoula Children's Theatre returns to Dufur School March 14-19 and will be performing "Alice in Wonderland". This opportunity is made possible by the "Garner Endowment for the Arts" and is available to Kindergarten through Twelfth grade students. Performances will be on Friday March 18, and Saturday March 19
Tomorrow, December 8th, will be an early release for Dufur students at 1:00 p.m.
The student council is doing a winter clothing drive for community members in need. If you would like to donate new gloves, hats, coats, and scarves, please place them on or near the tree in the front entry of Dufur School through December 15th. All items will be donated locally.
The after school program will run on regular hours on Monday, 12/6 and Tuesday, 12/7. It will run from 1:00-3:00 p.m. (no activity bus available) on Wednesday, 12/8. The program will not run on Thursday, 12/9 due to the Winter Music Program.
Due to continued short staffing, the after school program will be closed again today, 12/2.
Mrs. Olson visited the 3rd Grade again for another fun project! We made floral arrangements to give as a gift to family members or others whom we're thankful for. Mrs. Olson provided most of the supplies and Safeway was kind enough to donate flowers for the whole class too. Everyone had a great time and was excited to show their gratitude to others!
Jordan was a huge help today, getting community service by helping wash busses.
Please see the attached flyer for information about the Dufur School Winter Concert, which takes place on Thursday, December 9th.
Due to a staffing shortage, the after school program has been cancelled starting today, 11/29 through Wednesday, 12/1. The program will start again on Thursday, 12/2 as long as there is enough staff to cover it.
The team from Advantage Dental will be at Dufur School on December 1st to do dental screening for students. The permission form will be sent out electronically via email this year. Please watch for that email so you can let us know if you want your child to participate or not.
Seventh grade art students are finishing up their art trimester this week. Their culminating project was an acrylic painting of a fall garden gnome. They look great!
Mrs. Anderson's senior American government class is finishing up its study of United States Supreme Court case Miranda vs. Arizona and its 5th Amendment implications on law enforcement and those in custody. Today, Wasco County Sheriff Lane Magill visited the class to discuss Miranda Rights from a law enforcement standpoint. Thank you, Sheriff, for taking time out of your busy schedule to talk to our DHS students!
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, the Dufur Community Food Pantry will be open on Wednesday from 4-6 p.m. this week.