La Grande School District would like to thank our Board of Directors for all of their years of service! We appreciate both Robin Maille and Joe Justice, our outgoing Directors, and their years of dedication to LGSD students and staff. Thank you for your service!!
Parents of Kindergarteners or struggling First Grade and Second Grade readers:
Tutoring kits are available and include a set of supplies and lessons to use at home between now and the start of school.
There are 30 lessons that take only 10-15 minutes each, so there is still time to get through the whole thing with a little daily practice between now and September. Please contact Jess Hagedorn at hagedoj@eou.edu
UPDATE:
A celebration of life for Coach Ron Evans will be held on Saturday, July 22,2023, at the La Grande Country Club from 4 PM to 6 PM. Casual attire. Please come share your memories of Coach Evans!
A Message from Superintendent Mendoza:
Dear Staff, Students, Parents and Community Members,
It is with great sadness that we share the loss of Coach Ron Evans. Coach Evans was our boys golf coach and had a very positive impact on many in our community.
Our thoughts are with his family, current and former golf team members, LHS students, staff and all who are mourning his loss.
We will update with more information related to services and ask that you remember his great impact and influence on our students.
EOU Soccer Academy will be held Wednesday, August 9 through Friday, August 11th from 9 AM to 11 AM. To register: https://form.jotform.com/231528002429045
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, July 5, 2023 / 12:59pm
CONTACT
Gary Bell
Chief of Police - La Grande Police Department
541-963-1017 / office gbell@cityoflagrande.org
INCIDENT AT GRH CONSTRUCTION SITE
This is an update to the release from Wednesday, July 5th, 2023 at 07:16am about the individual threatening self-harm at the GRH construction site.
After nearly six hours of negotiations, at approximately 10:45am, unfortunately, the individual jumped from the crane tower. Within moments emergency medical personnel began rendering aid and transported the individual to the Grande Ronde Hospital Emergency Department. He has since been transported by air to an out of area hospital.
An investigator from La Grande PD was in contact with the individual’s family throughout the situation. Out of respect for this individual and his family, his identity will not be released.
A coordinated effort between the first responder community, Center for Human Development, Grande Ronde Hospital, and the La Grande School District has been initiated to ensure assistance is provided to staff who may have been impacted by this incident.
We urge anyone who witnessed this incident and feels the need to talk to someone, to please contact the Center for Human Development crisis line at 541-962-8800.
The hearts and minds of the members of the La Grande Police Department are with the impacted family. We are also extremely grateful for the professional assistance received from members of the La Grande Fire Department, La Grande Rural Fire Department, Union County Emergency Services, Union County Search and Rescue, Center for Human Development, La Grande Public Works Department, Grande Ronde Hospital, La Grande School District, and the Bouten Construction Company.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, July 5, 2023 / 07:16am
CONTACT
Gary Bell
Chief of Police - La Grande Police Department
541-963-1017 / office gbell@cityoflagrande.org
THREAT OF HARM INCIDENT AT GRH CONSTRUCTION SITE
This morning, Wednesday, July 5th, 2023 at approximately 05:19am, officers from the La Grande Police Department responded to the Grande Ronde Hospital construction site to a report of a male who had climbed on top of the crane. Officers were able to quickly determine that the individual was threating to harm himself by jumping off of the crane.
A command post has been established in the 700 block of Sunset Drive. A crisis counselor and trained LGPD crisis negotiator have been communicating with the individual. Several intersections in the area have been closed in an effort to minimize both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Although there is no known threat to the public, we are asking people to stay away from the area to help facilitate a safe resolution. Access to emergency care at GRH has not been restricted.
Although the individual’s identity is known and we will not be releasing it at this time, he is not associated with the Grande Ronde Hospital or Bouten Construction, who is the general contractor at the work site. This is an active and on-going situation, so no additional information will be released at this time.
The La Grande Police Department is being assisted by La Grande Fire Department, Union County Emergency Services, Grande Ronde Hospital, and the Center for Human Development.
While we recognize the inconvenience to the community and hospital patrons, we are asking for patience as we work through this situation.
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La Grande School District #1 will be closed on July 3 & 4, 2023, in honor of Independence Day. We will reopen on Wednesday, July 5, 2023.
Dear Staff & Members of the General Public:
The old Maintenance Building will be opened for personal salvage on Friday, July 7, 2023. All staff and members of the general public age 18 and older are welcome to visit the building to remove items of interest. If you are interested, please abide by the following guidelines and warnings:
• The building contains asbestos and lead paint covered materials that may be disturbed during salvage. All individuals entering the building do so at their own risk.
• Individuals entering the building will be required to complete and sign a "Release, Waiver, and Indemnity Agreement" that basically says you are removing items at your own risk and the district is not liable for injuries or exposure to hazardous materials. Form to be submitted to Brad Sunderman prior to entry of the Maintenance Building
• No one under the age of 18 will be allowed in the building.
• Power and water will be disconnected, so you must bring your own power source for power tools, if you plan to use any.
• You must provide your own tools and personal protective equipment.
• No structural members may be removed, including bricks.
• No removal of carpet, floor tiles, ceiling tiles, drywall, or roofing material.
• The building will be open for salvage the following hours: Friday, July 7, 2023 from 8:00 AM-3:30 PM
George Mendoza
Superintendent
Dear Staff & Members of the General Public:
The old Maintenance Building will be opened for personal salvage on Wednesday, July 5, 2023. All staff and members of the general public age 18 and older are welcome to visit the building to remove items of interest. If you are interested, please abide by the following guidelines and warnings:
• The building contains asbestos and lead paint covered materials that may be disturbed during salvage. All individuals entering the building do so at their own risk.
• Individuals entering the building will be required to complete and sign a "Release, Waiver, and Indemnity Agreement" that basically says you are removing items at your own risk and the district is not liable for injuries or exposure to hazardous materials. Form to be submitted to Brad Sunderman prior to entry of the Maintenance Building
• No one under the age of 18 will be allowed in the building.
• Power and water will be disconnected, so you must bring your own power source for power tools, if you plan to use any.
• You must provide your own tools and personal protective equipment.
• No structural members may be removed, including bricks.
• No removal of carpet, floor tiles, ceiling tiles, drywall, or roofing material.
• The building will be open for salvage the following hours:
o Wednesday, July 5, 2023 from 8:00 AM-3:30 PM
George Mendoza
Superintendent
Garden Club at Central Outdoor Sensory Classroom starts this Thursday (June 15th) from 8 am to 9 am. Garden Club is designed for grades 3-5, but other ages are welcome. Register on site! Thanks!
Reading plays an important role in student success. Share a love of reading with your child this summer! This can be a great way to keep up academic levels and have fun with a free family activity.
Here are a couple websites with resources:
National Education Association: https://www.nea.org/resource-library/get-serious-about-summer-reading
IMESD’s Library Hub: https://www.imesd.k12.or.us/page/libraryhub
We extend our thanks to all our students, parents, families, teachers, and staff for a great school year! You have contributed to a successful year of learning and growth in our district. We wish you a fantastic summer!
Join the La Grande Tigers Softball Team for a Skills Camp on Saturday, July 22, 2023!
The La Grande High School Softball Team and Coaching Staff is conducting a one day skills camp this summer as a team fundraiser and to help with the development of our future Tigers.
Register at: www.lagrandeparks.org
-Go to the Programs Tab
-Then LGHS Softball Skills Camp.
Camp registration closes on July 1, 2023 for Ages 10 through 14.
$25.00 Camp Cost and a La Grande Tiger Softball T-Shirt is included!
Camp will be held at Sam Marcum Field, La Grande Varsity Field from 9:00 am -1:00 pm.
Any Questions Contact:
Walt Anderson
Head Varsity Softball Coach
Walt.Anderson@lagrandesd.org
Kids Summer Garden Club at Central Elementary Outdoor Sensory Classroom is open to students in grades 3-5, this summer on Thursdays from 8-9 AM. Club begins June 15-August 10th. (No garden club on June 22 or July 20). For more details contact Robin Maille at 541-786-4195
Congratulations to the 2nd place Girls Track Team!
Congratulations to 1,500 Meter AND 3,000 Meter State Champion Brooke Perry!
Congratulations to Shot Put State Champion Myer Whitmore!
Kickin' It Into Gear-June 3, 2023 from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Pioneer Park. Enjoy a fund day of games with EOU Athletes. For more info call 541-962-3811 or email mmills@eou.edu
Running Summer Camp for students grades 2nd through 12th , begins June 12, from 8 AM to 11 AM. Camp ends June 16th. Sponsored by LHS Cross Country Team-please register at LHS or contact Alma Crow at 541-786-9663 for more details.
Congratulations to our Class of 2023 La Grande High School Graduates! We wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
On Monday, May 29th, the La Grande School District is closed in observance of Memorial Day. This holiday honors military personnel who have died while serving in the U.S. armed forces.
