Parents should have received the Dufur School climate survey in the mail by now. We would appreciate it if you take time to complete and return your survey. Your responses will be very helpful as we work on our Continuous Improvement Plan.
Today Linda Meanus of the Warm Springs Tribe visited DHS's US history class. Ms. Meanus grew up in the Celilo Village and, after obtaining a degree from Portland State University, she spends her time traveling to talk about her Native culture and its importance.
Financial Education Classes
Fun night supporting Esther AKA NERDer She Wrote, at the Ranger Dome. She is always there to support these awesome kids, so they did the same at the Roller Derby tonight!
We currently have several certified job openings at Dufur School. Check it out on our website, www.dufur.k12.or.us under the "News" section or on the "Employment" page under the Departments tab!
2019 Jerri Walker DePriest Dinner & Auction billboard contest posters are due tomorrow (Friday, April 12th)! "Under the Big Top" is this year's theme. Turn them in to the office or to Mrs. Anderson. Prizes will be awarded this year! Here is one excellent example:
First, second, and third grade have pea, carrot, and radish seeds in the ground. Now we wait!
US history students are working with Pamela Larsen as she leads them through the Since Time Immemorial: Tribal Sovereignty Curriculum. It focuses on Celilo Falls and its loss. Creating the falls, the longhouse, and other historically accurate items are part of the activities.
PSU is hosting the 2019 Transportation Summer Camps. We offer students an introduction to the workings of the transportation system including classwork, computer training, field trips, & projects. Learn more about the four camps at: https://trec.pdx.edu/education/k-12-education
If you have a chance to attend this concert you will get to enjoy some great music, and you might even spot one of our very own Dufur School students playing in the band.
The newest member of the Dufur Sprouts!
On our field trip to OMSI, High School Science discovered that squid have three hearts.
Our FCS Program is in search of sewing machines for student use. If you have one in working condition that you would like to donate or if you would like to donate towards the purchase of a new one please contact Mrs. Black! lindsey.black@dufur.k12.or.us or 541-467-2509!
Video on our Rolling Study Halls done by the Central Oregon Daily News.
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Summer Academy to Inspire Learning (SAIL)
https://sail.uoregon.edu/
FREE Residential Programs:July 14–19 & July 21–26
SAIL is a program for middle & high school students with the aim of encouraging students to enroll & succeed in college through early exposure and exploration.
Congratulations to the Ranger Track and Field team for an amazing first meet of the season. We had several PRs and top finishes. Check out the results at https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/Report/FullSeasonTeam.aspx?SchoolID=37&S=2019
Life Skills in Action! One of Family and Consumer Science teacher, Mrs. Black's students has sewn her an eye patch.
3rd Grade Art! Ms. Dawkin's 3rd grade class had fun creating flowers from pine cones recently.
The registration deadline if fast approaching to sign up to be a part of the Dufur High School Clay Target Team.
Thanks to Melissa and Ryan from MCT for a great week at Dufur School!
