Veterans Day celebrated on November 11, is a time for us to pay our respects to those who have served and the families who support them. The brave United States military members have defended our nation for generations and upheld our values to serve a cause greater than ourselves. They have helped shape our history, and we honor their sacrifices as we reflect and celebrate our veterans today.
There are many unique challenges veterans and their families face while in active service. Families may need to separate for long periods of time, move frequently, or experience anxiety as their loved ones put themselves in danger. After active duty, many veterans have a hard time adjusting to civilian life. Those who have experienced trauma may need professional help to heal. This is why it is so important as a school community to support our veterans and their families.
Here are three ways we can offer support:
Become a listening ear to veterans and their families. Let them know you are here for them and allow them space to discuss their feelings.
If needed, provide them with the Veterans Crisis Line, available 24/7, by dialing 988 and pressing 1
Connect them to Care Solace, a mental health care coordination service provided by La Grande School District, for ongoing support. If you or a family member would like to use Care Solace to help you find a mental health or substance use treatment provider:
Call 888-515-0595. Multilingual support is available 24/7/365.
Visit www.caresolace.com/lagrande and either search on your own OR click "Book Appointment" for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.
To all our veterans, we thank you for your service.
Red, White, and Blue Day is tomorrow at Central, celebrating Veterans Day—also, a reminder there is no school on the 10th. On Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., between Hemlock Street and 3rd Street, there will be a Veterans Day Parade! Thank you, all Veterans, for your service and sacrifice!
La Grande High School proudly presents: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. November 16th, 17th and 18th at 7 PM in the La Grande High School Auditorium.
National STEM/STEAM Day is November 8th. STEAM celebrates using Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math as part of a well-rounded education to support scientific inquiry, creativity, innovation, project-based learning and collaborative problem solving.
Hey, Cougar Family! You have increased Central's regular attendance rate by 7.5% from last year! We want to thank you so much for taking attendance seriously. Remember, a "regular attender" is a student who is at school 90% or more of the time. This means students can only miss 17 days of school for the year. November and December are when attendance takes a big hit. All students are working on their Cougar Challenge, which is a fun way for them to take ownership of their attendance and other vital aspects of their education! Cougars Roll!
Bingo Night is back! This is Central PTO’s biggest fundraiser! We have all-new bingo cards and tons of prizes! Bring your family and friends!
11/16 from 6 pm to 8 pm
If you would like to help out, here is the sign-up form:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B094AA9A62DA6FC1-bingo
Hey Cougar Family, picture retakes are tomorrow! Also, please see our newsletter for Nov/Dec at this link > https://drive.google.com/file/d/1p4Srpx3nC0HQ6UIElzyzw269l7QljBsa/view?usp=sharing
Please view this link to learn about the English classes for adults being offered through LGSD! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tGb65mr8iUFd_6I3jwgBJxhfSL8ec67Q/view?usp=sharing
Congratulations to Girls Cross Country Individual State Champion CC Villagomez Edvalson, Second Place Brooke Perry and Third Place Emily Tubbs!! LHS Girls Cross Country Team finished Second at State!! Way to go Tigers!!
Don't forget to turn your clocks back one hour on Sunday, November 5, 2023!
Kids Night Out!! Friday, November 3, 2023, is Kids Night Out at EOU. Grades K-6, $10 each, from 6 to 9 PM. Contact Anji Weissenfluh at 541-805-5876 for more information.
The world famous @africanchildrenschoir will be performing here tomorrow (Wednesday, November 1st) at 7 PM in the LHS Auditorium. This free family friendly,
immersive experience will leave you inspired as the Choir performs your favorite hymns with African cultural sounds in their new program -#JustAsIAm.
LGSD is now offering Adult English Learner Classes! Please contact Scott Carpenter at scott.carpenter@lagrandesd.org for more details!
CONGRATULATIONS to the LHS Girls Cross Country Team winning first place for the Greater Oregon League! These amazing ladies will next compete at the State Cross Country Meet on Saturday, November 4th at Lane Community College. Go Tigers!!
Hi Central Families. With the upcoming Book Fair, we hate to think of students missing out on the thrill of buying new books because they need help to afford them. Please help put new books in all students' hands by donating to a general e-wallet fund. Mrs. Murasky will manage this fund to help students who may need it. Cougars Roll! https://shop.scholastic.com/ewallet/fund?lang=en_US&walletId=f134cb76-1e8b-42ab-a359-c09a76ae81c3
Central Families: Please view this conference sign-up letter. Conferences are October 30th - 31st. Sign-up will close October 26th. This letter will walk you through scheduling. Thank you! > https://drive.google.com/file/d/17PqTWR4gaxlcKs68p2A2PC9btSN1lXqr/view?usp=sharing
We are delighted to announce that the world famous @africanchildrenschoir will be performing here on November 1, 2023 at 7 PM. This free family friendly, immersive experience will leave you inspired as the Choir performs your favorite hymns with
African cultural sounds in their new program -#JustAsIAm.
Please view this document for information on our dress-up day this Thursday, October 26th! > https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pD4tlqh5gBxyMfyEAAlDCYqX61RWjE2z/view?usp=sharing
Enjoy a Halloween Party at Wildflower Lodge on Sunday, October 29, 2023 from 2 PM to 4 PM.
FREE Dyslexia Information Event at Cook Memorial Library Community Room, Tuesday, October 24, 2023 from 6 PM to 7 PM. For more information contact EasternOregonDyslexia@gmail.com
