La Grande School District Receives Hòa Nguyễn Equity Impact Award for Attendance Improvement

La Grande School District is proud to announce it has received the Hòa Nguyễn Equity Impact Award for Most Improved Regular Attendance for the 2025–26 school year in the mid-sized district category.

Representatives from the Oregon Department of Education presented the award at La Grande Middle School on Tuesday, November 10, recognizing the district’s sustained progress in improving student attendance and its commitment to creating welcoming, supportive school environments where all students feel connected, valued, and ready to learn.

Dr. Mark Mulvahill, along with representatives from the offices of Senator Nash and Representative Levy, were also on hand to celebrate the achievement and offer their support and congratulations to the district and school community.

During the presentation, state representatives emphasized that regular attendance is about more than being in school every day. It reflects a strong school community where students feel welcomed, encouraged, and supported by teachers, staff, families, and peers. They also recognized the many ways La Grande schools help students build connections, develop school spirit, and overcome barriers to attendance.

Named in honor of Oregon State Representative Hòa Nguyễn, the award recognizes districts making measurable progress in attendance while working to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed.

La Grande School District extends its gratitude to its agency partners, students, staff, families, and community members whose collective efforts have made this achievement possible.

Congratulations to the entire La Grande school community! Your commitment to showing up, supporting one another, and making school a place where students belong makes a difference.

Every Day Counts!