Central Elementary School

📢 Important Notice for Parents: No School on Friday, October 10th

Dear Parents and Guardians,
Please be advised that there will be no school on Friday, October 10th due to statewide teacher inservice training. This is a scheduled professional development day for educators across the state.

We encourage you to make any necessary childcare arrangements in advance.
Classes will resume on Monday, October 13th.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership in your child’s education.

Preseason Playground is now offering gymnastics. https://www.elevategymnastics.net/ for more info.

Please see link for setting up a conference on October 30 and 31 in Synergy.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KkSqWPr_eh3qosSDhZy77M6Uu2uPqxaEQYj0RLWzaBs/edit?usp=sharing

October is National Principals Month! We appreciate all that you do for our students and staff! Thank you!

La Grande Mat Club Registration now open for all students grades K-8. Register at: https://bit.ly/2025LGMATCLUB

La Grande High School is hosting a Youth Volleyball Clinic on Saturday, October 18th from 9 am to 11 am. Cost is $30. Questions? Call Melinda Becker-Bisenius at 541-663-3461

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. By promoting positive actions such as kindness, acceptance, and inclusion, we can help stop bullying in our schools. Each interaction leads to a greater school culture. Everyone has the right to feel supported and included. Each person in our school community has the power to help stop bullying. If you see something, say something.

SafeOregon Tipline: https://www.safeoregon.com/report-a-tip/ Phone: 844-472-3367

Octubre es el Mes Nacional de la Prevención del Acoso Escolar. Al promover acciones positivas como la amabilidad, la aceptación y la inclusión, podemos ayudar a combatir el acoso escolar. Cada interacción pequeña contribuye hacia una cultura escolar. Todos tienen derecho a sentirse apoyados e incluidos. Cada persona en nuestra comunidad escolar tiene el poder de ayudar a detener el acoso. Si ves algo, dilo.

Línea de información de SafeOregon (Español): https://www.safeoregon.com/es/ Teléfono: 844-472-3367

Being a principal means making a difference every day. This National Principals Month, we recognize the impact principals have on students, staff, and communities nationwide. Learn how you can join the celebration: principalsmonth.org

Ser director significa marcar la diferencia cada día. En este Mes Nacional de los Directores, reconocemos el impacto que los directores tienen en los estudiantes, el personal y las comunidades en todo el país. Descubre cómo puedes unirte a la celebración: principalsmonth.org

The La Grande Downtown Association is hosting their Annual Trick or Treat event on Friday, October 31st from 4 PM to 6:30 PM.

Micro-Squatch R.A.C.E. on Sunday, October 5th. Please contact 704-500-9233 for more info.

NBC Basketball is hosting a Fall Hoops Clinic on October 18, 2025 NBCCAMPS.COM/BASKETBALL

Central Families,

We have had a number of complaints about parents/guardians smoking or vaping in our parking lot and drive through line during the school day. Per La Grande School District Board Policy KGB, no person on district property or grounds, including parking lots, will: use, distribute or sell tobacco products or inhalant delivery systems.

If you see adults who are violating this Board policy, please call our office at 541-663-3501.

We appreciate everyone's help with this issue.

Central staff

Dear families:

Starting Monday, September 29, for the safety and comfort of all our students, staff, and families, we kindly ask that pets, including dogs, not be brought to the student pick up and drop off areas during arrival and dismissal times. Even well behaved pets can be unpredictable in busy environments, and some children may have allergies or fears.

To help us maintain a calm and safe environment for everyone, we appreciate your cooperation in leaving pets at home or keeping them secured away from school entrances. Thank you for helping us keep our school community safe and welcoming for all!

-Steve Collins and Monica West

Hey there Cougar Families! LHS Mini Cheer Camp is happening next week, September 30th through Oct. 2nd. Mini cheerleaders will perform during the halftime show on Friday, October 3rd. Call Coach Kiki at (509)205-1838 to register! Check out the flyer for more information.

Children's Book Event with local author, M. Ruth Davenport on Sunday, September 28th at 1 PM at Cook Memorial Library.

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! Each year, people in the United States take time to acknowledge and appreciate the rich and vast Hispanic culture worldwide.

¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana! Cada año, en Estados Unidos, nos tomamos un tiempo para reconocer y apreciar la rica y vasta cultura hispana a nivel mundial.

Mini Tiger Cheer Camp is September 30th through October 2nd! Mini Tigers will receive a t-shirt and poms. Open for ages K-8th grade. $65. Questions? Contact Coach Kiki at 509-205-1838 or margodemilo@gmail.com

Hello Central Parents! Don't forget about our conscious discipline classes for parents and caregivers- its coming up quickly!

La Grande Parks and Recreation are sponsoring Wednesday Walk or Ride to School for the 2025-2026 school year. For more information contact Recreation Coordinator, Chris Giandrea at either 541-962-1352 or cgianandrea@cityoflagrande.org