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Hailey Kendrick

New Faces in Pendleton SD – Hailey Kendrick

November 22, 2023/in District Site News, Sherwood School News /by rthornburg

The Pendleton School District is happy to feature new PSD teachers.

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Veterans Day Sherwood

4th Graders Learn About Veterans Day at Sherwood Elementary

November 20, 2023/in District Site News, Sherwood School News /by rthornburg

Some fourth graders at Sherwood Elementary spent some time in November learning about Veterans Day. In teacher Hailey Kendrick’s class, student groups were assigned a piece of reading on a branch of the U.S. Military. After reading the information and identifying the main idea and supporting details of the text, students had the opportunity to share their learning with each other by presenting the information they learned as a group.

Kendrick said students enjoyed learning about the different branches of the military and that while some were familiar with a few of the branches, almost all were excited about learning something new. “Additionally, many students were proud to share about family members and important people in their lives who are Veterans. They were able to feel a deeper connection and admiration for them through learning more about how they served our country,” Kendrick said.

Then, the students completed a craft honoring the American flag. Kendrick said the students really liked learning more about the American flag and its history and persevering through a fun yet challenging art project depicting the flag.

What does Kendrick hope her fourth graders take away from the Veterans Day lessons? “I hope students have an even deeper sense of respect for the people who serve our country and protect the freedoms we enjoy every single day. I also hope they are walking away with an understanding that the American flag is a figure that represents these freedoms and liberties, which is why we do certain things like standing for the national anthem, taking hats off when the American flag enters an arena or stadium and saluting the flag if they are comfortable,” she said.

Jacey Dirisu, another fourth grade teacher at Sherwood, also worked with her students to explore Veterans Day. Her students read an informational passage about one of the six military branches of their choosing (they worked on the U.S. Army as a whole class, for example) and then identified the main idea and supporting details from the text. After that, groups made a poster to represent what they learned and gave a mini-presentation to the rest of the class.

Dirisu said her students mainly loved making the posters because they were able to use their creativity and teamwork skills and that most of them put a lot of effort into this project.

What is one thing Dirisu hopes her students take away from this project? “I hope my students took away from this activity how important each branch of the military is in keeping our country safe.”

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Sherwood PD

Using Monday Late-Starts for Effective Professional Development

November 16, 2023/in District Site News, Sherwood School News /by rthornburg

Sherwood Heights Elementary Principal Ronda Smith is thankful for several things this November, but one of the biggest is late-start Mondays in the district. With that time on Monday mornings, Sherwood teachers and paraprofessionals are participating in robust Professional Development that is supporting strong teaching and learning.

“I really want to share with the public how powerful our PLCs on Monday mornings are and how grateful we are for this dedicated time to work on important instructional strategies,” Smith said.

PLC stands for Professional Learning Community, which is a grade-level team that works collaboratively to achieve better results for the students they teach. PLCs operate on the premise that the key to improved learning for students is continuous job-embedded learning for educators.

On some Monday mornings, Sherwood has all-staff meetings, which include 10 minutes of instructional strategies that can be used by all staff in the building. These focus on topics like learning targets or guiding student discussion in the classroom. On other Mondays, PLCs meet to discuss curriculum, and sometimes all grade-level teachers from different schools gather to collaborate.

In addition to Monday mornings, on Tuesday through Friday, all of Sherwood’s paraprofessionals engage in 15 minutes of Brain Smart Start activities led by Jolene Hudson, Intervention Specialist. These activities use current brain research methods and strategies to support students who are struggling with behavior that may impede learning. “The learning that happens in these morning sessions is so targeted and specific that our paraprofessionals walk out of the room and use it,” Principal Smith said.

Cami Carlisle, Paraprofessional at Sherwood, said the Brain Smart Starts have helped her this year. She has been using the Q-TIP motto, “quit taking it personally,” which has helped her manage difficult interactions with students. “I have learned to take a breath, step back, and get back to the executive brain function in myself to help the student who is in survival brain mode,” Carlisle said.

Reminders about the strategies they are using are posted in the Staff Room. The entire staff also works on being connected as a team, like sharing wishes and shout outs on bulletin boards.

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Dianna Dowell

New Faces in Pendleton SD – Dianna Dowell

November 8, 2023/in District Site News, Sherwood School News /by rthornburg

The Pendleton School District is happy to feature new PSD teachers.

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Deb Airoldi

New Faces in Pendleton SD – Deb Airoldi

November 1, 2023/in District Site News, Sherwood School News /by rthornburg

The Pendleton School District is happy to feature new PSD teachers.

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Crystal Umbarger

New Faces in Pendleton SD – Crystal Umbarger

October 23, 2023/in District Site News, Sherwood School News /by rthornburg

The Pendleton School District is happy to feature new PSD teachers.

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Cambree Shields

New Faces in Pendleton SD – Cambree Shields

October 17, 2023/in District Site News, Sherwood School News /by rthornburg

The Pendleton School District is happy to feature new PSD teachers.

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Ronda Smith

Welcome Back from Principal Smith

August 22, 2023/in District Site News, Sherwood School News /by rthornburg

August 22, 2023

It is a privilege and honor to serve as the principal at Sherwood Heights Elementary in Pendleton, Oregon.  This is a very special school with a positive culture of inclusiveness and acceptance for all.  Our dedicated staff serves 470 awesome students in the first through fifth grades.  We have four classrooms of each grade, making our school the largest attended elementary school in our district. 

Every Sherwood staff member believes that every child can and will learn. We strive to provide an excellent academic education for all students enabling them to reach their fullest potential.  We respond to the social and emotional needs of all students, making our school a safe environment to learn and grow.  All of our staff have been trained on Conscious Discipline, providing positive support for all students, and having effective responses to students who struggle socially or emotionally. Our caring staff is committed to the development of each child academically, emotionally, socially and physically.  

We value a safe, caring and respectful environment where each person feels like they belong.  Sherwood Heights Elementary is a place where the staff is proud to work, genuinely cares for our students, and is focused on making a difference in the lives of our students every day.

I get excited to come to work every day because of the amazing kids who attend Sherwood, the BEST staff members who work tirelessly to give students the best possible experience at school, and the wonderful families who send their kids to Sherwood, trusting that their education is in good hands.  Sherwood is simply a GREAT place to be!

Sherwood Heights is a great school where every student can be themselves and grow as a learner and a citizen.  The future is in our school, and we sure are proud of them!

Ronda Smith, Principal
Sherwood Heights Elementary

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Ronda Smith

Sherwood Elementary End-of-Year Message

June 14, 2023/in District Site News, Sherwood School News /by rthornburg
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Sherwood Students

Sherwood Heights Elementary Spring Field Trips

May 12, 2023/in District Site News, Sherwood School News /by rthornburg

Do you remember going on field trips in elementary school? Most people can remember a trip to a pumpkin patch, a local farm, a science center, a museum or art center, or maybe a local historical place. But combine more robust academic requirements, increased testing in schools, and the COVID pandemic, and many schools have not had field trips for a few years.

The principal and assistant principal at Sherwood Heights Elementary are changing that this spring. Principal Ronda Smith said they are trying to create a culture of memories through learning outside the school building. “Field trips offer an opportunity for students to be kind and responsible to each other in a different setting and learn to be a school family together,” Smith said.

In May and June, Sherwood students in various grades will go to the Heritage Station Museum, and Blue Mountain Community College, walk to a local park, participate in the Pendleton High School FFA Farm Day, attend track meets, and, have a field day.

TJ Presley, Assistant Principal, said many of the trips and events create chances for students to cooperate, take turns, and be independent. “This summer, when a little kid closes his eyes and thinks about school last year, what will he remember? We want them to remember something great and end the year on a positive note so the student can’t wait to return to their school family in August.”

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2023-11-27

Late Start

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November 27

Late Start

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2023-12-04

Book Fair

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December 4 - December 8

Book Fair

PELC is having a winter Book Fair the week of Dec 4-8.

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Late Start

December 4

Late Start

7:30 am - 4:00 pm

SBHC @ the PELC

December 4 @ 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

SBHC @ the PELC

The Pendleton School Based Health Clinic is offering an Immunization Clinic and Well Child Checks that are available to all students in the Pendleton School District at no cost to […]

2 events, 5

2023-12-04

Book Fair

8:00 am - 9:00 am

Board Work Session

December 5 @ 8:00 am - 9:00 am

Board Work Session

Held in the District Office Boardroom. 8:00-9:00 am

3 events, 6

2023-12-04

Book Fair

9:30 am - 2:00 pm

Winter Concerts

December 6 @ 9:30 am - 2:00 pm

Winter Concerts

McKay Creek Elementary is pleased to perform their winter concerts on December 6, 2023. Grades 1 & @ – 9:30 AM Grade 5 & Mrs. Smith’s Class (4th) – 10:30 […]

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Parents Club

December 6 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Parents Club

Sherwood Parents Club meets the first Wednesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. in the Sherwood Elementary cafeteria. Free childcare is provided to those in attendance. We hope to see […]

3 events, 7

2023-12-04

Book Fair

8:30 am - 2:00 pm

PELC Winter Concerts

December 7 @ 8:30 am - 2:00 pm

PELC Winter Concerts

The PELC students are pleased to perform their winter concerts on December 7, 2023. Otters, Coyotes – 8:30 AM Bees, Racoons, Beavers – 9:30 AM Squirrels, Bears, Owls – 12:20 […]

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

FTC Robotics

December 7 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

FTC Robotics

Meet 1 – PHS Gold Gym from 4-8 pm.

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2023-12-04

Book Fair

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2 events, 11

2023-12-11

Late Start

Late Start

December 11

Late Start

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Board Meeting

December 11 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Board Meeting

Held in the District Office Boardroom. 6:00-7:00 pm

2 events, 12

8:30 am - 10:30 am

Winter Concerts

December 12 @ 8:30 am - 10:30 am

Winter Concerts

Sherwood will have their winter concerts on Tuesday, December 12 at the following times: 8:30 am – Grades 1 & 2 9:30 am – Grades 3, 4 & 5

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Choir Concert

December 12 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Choir Concert

Sunridge Middle School is pleased to present its Winter Choir Concert on Tuesday, Dec 12th at 7 PM in the commons.

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7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Instrumental Concert

December 14 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Instrumental Concert

Sunridge Middle School is pleased to present its Winter Instrumental Concert on Thursday, Dec 14th at 7 PM in the commons.

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10:00 am - 11:00 am

6th Grade Concert

December 15 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

6th Grade Concert

Sunridge Middle School is pleased to present its 6th Grade Winter Concert on Friday, Dec 15th at 10 AM in the gym.

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2023-12-18

Late Start

Late Start

December 18

Late Start

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Winter Choral Concert

December 18 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Winter Choral Concert

Pendleton High School will perform its winter choral concert at 7:00 pm in the PHS Auditorium

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9:00 am

Winter Concerts

December 19 @ 9:00 am

Winter Concerts

Washington Elementary is having its winter concerts. Grade 1 – 9:00 AM Grades 2 & 3 – 11:00 AM Grades 4 & 5 – 1:00 PM

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Winter Instrumental Concert

December 19 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Winter Instrumental Concert

Pendleton High School will be performing its winter instrumental concert at 7:00 pm in the PHS Auditorium.

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2023-12-21

No School – Winter Break

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All day

Book Fair

All day

Late Start

December 4 @ 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

SBHC @ the PELC

December 4
All day

Book Fair

December 5 @ 8:00 am - 9:00 am

Board Work Session

December 6
December 6 @ 9:30 am - 2:00 pm

Winter Concerts

December 6 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Parents Club

December 7
December 7 @ 8:30 am - 2:00 pm

PELC Winter Concerts

December 7 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

FTC Robotics

December 4
All day

Book Fair

December 6 @ 9:30 am - 2:00 pm

Winter Concerts

December 6 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Parents Club

December 4
All day

Book Fair

December 7 @ 8:30 am - 2:00 pm

PELC Winter Concerts

December 7 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

FTC Robotics

December 4
All day

Book Fair

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All day

Late Start

December 11 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Board Meeting

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Winter Concerts

December 12 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Choir Concert

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December 14 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Instrumental Concert

December 15
December 15 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

6th Grade Concert

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December 18
All day

Late Start

December 18 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Winter Choral Concert

December 19
December 19 @ 9:00 am

Winter Concerts

December 19 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Winter Instrumental Concert

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All day

No School – Winter Break

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