
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.


Summer 2023 Youth Classes through Art Center East are now posted. Please contact 541-624-2800 for more information!


Our final Restaurant Night of the year is tonight between 5-9 pm at The Local. Come downtown for an ice cream social to celebrate the end of a great year. The Local will donate 15% of all food and ice cream sales (excluding gift cards and prepackaged merchandise) to the Central Elementary PTO. Cougars Roll!

EOU Basketball Summer Youth Camp, for grades 1st through 8th will be held on June 12-14, 2023. Register at EOUSports.com Camps and Clinics. Email Chris Kemp at ckemp@eou.edu for questions.


Our final Restaurant Night of the year is Tuesday, 5/23, between 5-9 pm at The Local. Come downtown for an ice cream social to celebrate the end of a great year. The Local will donate 15% of all food and ice cream sales (excluding gift cards and prepackaged merchandise) to the Central Elementary PTO. Please put it on your calendar!

We are excited to offer the SoleKIDS running program for 2 - 5th graders in the FALL. To be notified when registration opens in August, please complete the form below. Please also consider volunteering to run with the kids during practice. Without volunteers, the number of kids who can participate will be very limited. We are looking forward to another great season! Many thanks from the SoleKIDS coaches!
Form> https://www.cognitoforms.com/LaGrande1/_2023SeasonNotification

The Island City Elementary Spring Carnival is Friday, May 19th, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Just $10 for punch cards. Enjoy raffle prizes, food, games, dunk tank and more!


La Grande Youth Volleyball Camp on June 14, 15, and 16, 2023 at La Grande High School Cost is $50 per student. The event is hosted by LHS Volleyball Team. For details email melinda.becker-bisenius@lagrandesd.org or cindy.williams@lagrandesd.org
