Hello Central Families!
As the weather starts to heat up, please take a moment to review Central's dress code policy- The following is taken directly from our Student/ Parent handbook:
Dress Code
Parents are responsible to ensure students are appropriately dressed. The following guidelines should be used in determining if a student’s clothing is appropriate:
*Shirts should include a minimum 2 inch shoulder strap
*No underwear should be visible or worn as outer garment
*Skirts and shorts are to be worn at fingertip length or longer
*No midriffs showing
*Swimsuits may be worn under regular school attire and should not be visible
*Clothing, apparel, or temporary tattoos should not contain messages with sexual, gang, alcohol, tobacco, drugs slogans, or other slogans inappropriate for school
A dress code violation will result in the student notifying parents they need to bring appropriate attire before returning to class or by borrowing a clothing item from our stock at school if that is available. Continued violations may result in disciplinary action.
Thank you for your support!
-Central Admin
As the weather starts to heat up, please take a moment to review Central's dress code policy- The following is taken directly from our Student/ Parent handbook:
Dress Code
Parents are responsible to ensure students are appropriately dressed. The following guidelines should be used in determining if a student’s clothing is appropriate:
*Shirts should include a minimum 2 inch shoulder strap
*No underwear should be visible or worn as outer garment
*Skirts and shorts are to be worn at fingertip length or longer
*No midriffs showing
*Swimsuits may be worn under regular school attire and should not be visible
*Clothing, apparel, or temporary tattoos should not contain messages with sexual, gang, alcohol, tobacco, drugs slogans, or other slogans inappropriate for school
A dress code violation will result in the student notifying parents they need to bring appropriate attire before returning to class or by borrowing a clothing item from our stock at school if that is available. Continued violations may result in disciplinary action.
Thank you for your support!
-Central Admin
CENTRAL COMMUNITY YOGA NIGHT TONIGHT
Hello Cougar Families! Just a reminder about our community yoga night here at Central Tonight at 6:30pm!
We will have an instructor who will be guiding attendees through the basics of yoga, mindfulness, and breathing techniques- No previous experience is needed and all parents, families, and community members are welcome!
This event is being put on through a partnership with Eastern Oregon University and is offered to our community at no cost! We hope to see you all there!
Central yoga night:
Wednesday April 8
6:30-7:30 pm @ Central ES Gym
Families and community members are invited to join us!
Hello Cougar Families! Just a reminder about our community yoga night here at Central Tonight at 6:30pm!
We will have an instructor who will be guiding attendees through the basics of yoga, mindfulness, and breathing techniques- No previous experience is needed and all parents, families, and community members are welcome!
This event is being put on through a partnership with Eastern Oregon University and is offered to our community at no cost! We hope to see you all there!
Central yoga night:
Wednesday April 8
6:30-7:30 pm @ Central ES Gym
Families and community members are invited to join us!
Check out the flyer for our upcoming Yoga night here at Central this Wednesday!
See you there!
See you there!
CENTRAL COMMUNITY YOGA NIGHT:
Hello Cougar Families! We wanted to share an exciting opportunity for community members and families to join us in the Central gym this Wednesday, at 6:30 pm for a free yoga class.
We will have an instructor who will be guiding attendees through the basics of yoga, mindfulness, and breathing techniques- No previous experience is needed and all are welcome!
This event is being put on through a partnership with Eastern Oregon University and is offered to our community at no cost! We hope to see you all there!
Central yoga night:
Wednesday April 8
6:30-7:30 pm @ Central ES Gym
Families and community members are invited to join us at no cost!
Hello Cougar Families! We wanted to share an exciting opportunity for community members and families to join us in the Central gym this Wednesday, at 6:30 pm for a free yoga class.
We will have an instructor who will be guiding attendees through the basics of yoga, mindfulness, and breathing techniques- No previous experience is needed and all are welcome!
This event is being put on through a partnership with Eastern Oregon University and is offered to our community at no cost! We hope to see you all there!
Central yoga night:
Wednesday April 8
6:30-7:30 pm @ Central ES Gym
Families and community members are invited to join us at no cost!
Hello Cougar Families and Students!
There will be no school tomorrow, April 3. School will resume Monday, April 6th.
Enjoy the long weekend!
There will be no school tomorrow, April 3. School will resume Monday, April 6th.
Enjoy the long weekend!
LHS FBLA is hosting Kids Day In! on Friday, April 3rd from 8 am to noon in the LHS gym. Cost is $30 (cash only!) and includes pizza!
The City of La Grande is planning an Arbor Day Block party that will take place at the Greenwood School Field on May 2nd 9:30am– 1:30pm.
Hello Central students and families!
Just a reminder that Spring Break runs March 23- 27. School will resume the following Monday, 3/30!
Have a restful break!
Just a reminder that Spring Break runs March 23- 27. School will resume the following Monday, 3/30!
Have a restful break!
Talk to Youth about underage drinking. 22.3% of Union County eighth graders had their first alcoholic drink at age 12 or younger which is 7% higher that the state average. For more information, see: ucsafecommunities.org
We're hiring a Principal at Central Elementary School. Apply here: https://www.applitrack.com/lagrande/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1
La Grande Kindergarten Round-Up and Pre-K Registration is Thursday, April 23rd, from 5 PM to 7 PM at the District Office, 1305 N. Willow St. We will have giveaways!! Please bring birth certificate, proof of immunizations and proof of residency. Questions? Email scott.carpenter@lagrandesd.org
Hey Central Families!
Check out this information regarding our Kindergarten Roundup and Pre-K Registration, scheduled for April 23 at 5:00pm! Check out the flyer for all the info!
Check out this information regarding our Kindergarten Roundup and Pre-K Registration, scheduled for April 23 at 5:00pm! Check out the flyer for all the info!
La Grande High Boys Basketball Team will play in the Championship Game on Saturday, March 14th at 6:30 pm at Forest Grove High School. Let’s go Tigers!!!
Congratulations to all the teams who participated in the Oregon Battle of the Books at all three elementary schools in the district and at La Grande Middle School! It was a great effort by students, staff and families to make this year a success. Read about the school winning teams and what they enjoyed about it: https://www.lagrandesd.org/article/2766813
Hello Central Families,
We would like to send out a friendly reminder about our school policy regarding smart watches. Smart watches should not be worn or used during the school day. Just like cell phones, they need to be turned off and kept in students’ backpacks while at school.
While smart watches can be useful devices, they can also be distracting during learning time. Keeping them turned off and stored in backpacks helps ensure students stay focused and engaged throughout the day.
Thank you for your continued support in helping us maintain a focused learning environment for all students!
We would like to send out a friendly reminder about our school policy regarding smart watches. Smart watches should not be worn or used during the school day. Just like cell phones, they need to be turned off and kept in students’ backpacks while at school.
While smart watches can be useful devices, they can also be distracting during learning time. Keeping them turned off and stored in backpacks helps ensure students stay focused and engaged throughout the day.
Thank you for your continued support in helping us maintain a focused learning environment for all students!
Our central students had a blast cheering on our Tigers HS basketball team today (and our 4th grade teacher/head coach Mr. Brooks)- The boys got a great win over Scappoose- Way to go Tigers!!
Hello 5th Grade Families!
Please join us in the Central gym tomorrow for our B.E.S.T. program graduation! Check out the attached flyer for more information!
Please join us in the Central gym tomorrow for our B.E.S.T. program graduation! Check out the attached flyer for more information!
Central Elementary is currently hosting the Artist-in-Residence program that focuses on theater techniques to foster social-emotional learning. The program lasts the week of March 9-13 and is led by theater artist Rikki Jo Hickey. All classes will work two days during the school week with the Artist-in-Residence. Activities include games and dancing during the week.
The program was set up by district Library Media and TAG (Talented and gifted) specialist, Ellen Lester. Lester says the La Grande School district is thankful to Moira Madde, Outreach Director at the Arts Center East, for providing this opportunity. The last visiting artist at Central Elementary was in the fall of 2024 and focused on “The Art of Fiddling and the Mystique of Louisiana”.
Theater artist Rikki Jo Hickey's residency at Central Elementary is made possible by the Artists in Rural Schools Program at Art Center East (La Grande) with the support of an Oregon Arts Commission Arts Learning grant.
The program was set up by district Library Media and TAG (Talented and gifted) specialist, Ellen Lester. Lester says the La Grande School district is thankful to Moira Madde, Outreach Director at the Arts Center East, for providing this opportunity. The last visiting artist at Central Elementary was in the fall of 2024 and focused on “The Art of Fiddling and the Mystique of Louisiana”.
Theater artist Rikki Jo Hickey's residency at Central Elementary is made possible by the Artists in Rural Schools Program at Art Center East (La Grande) with the support of an Oregon Arts Commission Arts Learning grant.
Do you know an educator who goes above and beyond in their work for our district? Nominate them today for a Crstal Apple “Excellence in Education” Award! Anyone can nominate.
Nominations will be accepted through April 1, 2026. Use the links below to find out more information about the Crystal Apple Awards and to submit your nomination today.
Crystal Apple Awards: https://www.imesd.k12.or.us/page/crystal-apple-awards
Nomination Link: https://forms.imesd.k12.or.us/crystal_apple_nomination_form
¿Conoce a algún educador que se esfuerce al máximo en su trabajo por nuestro distrito? ¡Nomínelo hoy para los Premios de Manzana de Cristal por “Excelencia en la Educación”! Cualquier persona puede nominar.
Se aceptarán nominaciones hasta el 1 de abril de 2026. Utilice los enlaces que siguen para obtener más información sobre los Premios de Manzana de Cristal y enviar su nominación hoy.
Premios Manzana de Cristal: https://www.imesd.k12.or.us/page/crystal-apple-awards
Enlace de nominación: https://forms.imesd.k12.or.us/crystal_apple_nomination_form
Nominations will be accepted through April 1, 2026. Use the links below to find out more information about the Crystal Apple Awards and to submit your nomination today.
Crystal Apple Awards: https://www.imesd.k12.or.us/page/crystal-apple-awards
Nomination Link: https://forms.imesd.k12.or.us/crystal_apple_nomination_form
¿Conoce a algún educador que se esfuerce al máximo en su trabajo por nuestro distrito? ¡Nomínelo hoy para los Premios de Manzana de Cristal por “Excelencia en la Educación”! Cualquier persona puede nominar.
Se aceptarán nominaciones hasta el 1 de abril de 2026. Utilice los enlaces que siguen para obtener más información sobre los Premios de Manzana de Cristal y enviar su nominación hoy.
Premios Manzana de Cristal: https://www.imesd.k12.or.us/page/crystal-apple-awards
Enlace de nominación: https://forms.imesd.k12.or.us/crystal_apple_nomination_form
