Congratulations to our Crystal Apple Award and Legacy Award recipients! We had the pleasure of celebrating them at the Intermountain ESD Awards Banquet on May 11th.

Our Crystal Apple awardees are Dorothy Estrada, alternative education teacher at Umatilla High School; Salesh Karan, 6th-grade math teacher at Columbia Vista Intermediate; Daphne Castro, head secretary at Clara Brownell Middle School; and Molly Hottman, 2nd-grade teacher at McNary Heights Elementary School.

Our Legacy Award awardees are Corinne Funderburk, language arts teacher and instructional coach at Umatilla High School, and David Lougee, the district’s librarian and ESL coordinator.

Read more about each award winner here: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2903452

¡Felicitaciones a nuestros reconocidos con los premios Crystal Apple y Legacy Award! Tuvimos el placer de celebrarlos en el banquete de premios de InterMountain ESD el 11 de mayo.

Los reconocidos con el premio Crystal Apple son Dorothy Estrada, maestra de educación alternativa en Umatilla High School; Salesh Karan, maestro de matemáticas de sexto grado en Columbia Vista Intermediate; Daphne Castro, secretaria principal en Clara Brownell Middle School; y Molly Hottman, maestra de segundo grado en McNary Heights Elementary School.

Los reconocidos con el Legacy Award son Corinne Funderburk, maestra de lengua y literatura y entrenadora instructiva en Umatilla High School, y David Lougee, bibliotecario y coordinador de ESL del distrito.

Lea más sobre cada ganador aquí: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2903452
about 6 hours ago, Elizebeth Burres
Left to right: Salesh Karan, Daphne Castro, Molly Hottman, Dorothy Estrada, Superintendent Heidi Sipe
Left to right: Corinne Funderburk, David Lougee, Superintendent Heidi Sipe
McNary Heights Elementary School is currently conducting a secure drill. This is only a drill, and all is well.

McNary Heights Elementary School está realizando actualmente un simulacro de seguridad. Esto es solo un simulacro y todo está bien.
about 6 hours ago, Elizebeth Burres
Thank you to all the friends and families who joined us for STEAM’s Family Day yesterday!

We also want to thank our community partners for helping make the event possible: Umatilla Public Library, Umatilla Parks and Recreation, Umatilla Fire Department, Umatilla Police Department, Good Shepherd, and the Umatilla Parent Club!

¡Gracias a todos los amigos y familias que nos acompañaron ayer en el Día Familiar de STEAM!

También queremos agradecer a nuestros colaboradores comunitarios por ayudar a hacer posible este evento: la Biblioteca Pública de Umatilla, el Departamento de Parques y Recreación de Umatilla, el Departamento de Bomberos de Umatilla, el Departamento de Policía de Umatilla, Good Shepherd y el Club de Padres de Umatilla!
about 9 hours ago, Elizebeth Burres
Firefighters pictured with student wearing firefighter hat
Student playing fun dice game
Attendees visiting the FCCLA tables
Family visiting with Good Shepherd
Student coloring their own button design
Intro to education student showing presentation to attendee
CBMS Principal Cotterell showing students how to make buttons
Photo of FCCLA students
Mr. Early pictured with his intro to education students
Student participating in fun ring toss carnival game
Free sports physicals are being offered by Family Health Associates at UHS next week! Check out the flyer for more details.

¡Family Health Associates ofrecerá exámenes físicos deportivos gratuitos en UHS la próxima semana! Consulte el folleto para más detalles.
1 day ago, Elizebeth Burres
Free Sports Physicals by Family Health Associates May 20 8:00 am - 11:00 am UHS commons Physical forms will need to be signed by a parent and student in order to play sports
exámenes físicos deportivos gratuitos por Family Health Associates 20 de mayo 8:00 am - 11:00 am UHS commons Los formularios del examen físico deberán ser firmados por un padre/tutor y el estudiante para poder participar en deportes
Senior Spotlight!
Zander Wall will be attending George Fox University to major in psychology and minor in business administration, where he also earned the Merit Scholarship. Afterward, he plans to make connections, gain experience with a company he would like to work for, and eventually build his own business.

Zander Wall asistirá a George Fox University para especializarse en psicología y estudiar una especialización secundaria en administración de empresas, donde también recibió la beca Merit. Después, planea hacer conexiones, adquirir experiencia con una empresa en la que le gustaría trabajar y eventualmente crear su propio negocio.
1 day ago, Elizebeth Burres
Zander Wall Senior Photo
We enjoyed celebrating our senior baseball athletes last Thursday! Congratulations, seniors, and best wishes as you head into your next adventure after high school.

¡Disfrutamos celebrar a nuestros atletas senior de béisbol el jueves pasado! Felicidades, seniors, y les deseamos lo mejor en su próxima aventura después de la high school.
2 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Senior athletes pictured with coaches
Senior athlete with family
Senior athlete with family
Senior athlete with family
UHS baseball player catches the ball as an opposing runner slides into second base
Umatilla Baseball player swings at a pitch during the game
senior #12 preparing to catch the ball
opponent running to 1st base while senior #12 prepares to catch ball
Umatilla pitcher throwing the ball
Umatilla Catcher catching the ball
Congratulations to our Vikings at CBMS who earned Student of the Month for April! Keep up the great work!

¡Felicitaciones a nuestros Vikings de CBMS que fueron reconocidos como Estudiantes del Mes de abril! ¡Sigan con el gran trabajo!
6 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
 Photo of student of the month
 Photo of student of the month
 Photo of student of the month
Photo of student of the month
Senior Spotlight!
Rachael Salas will continue her education at Columbia Basin College, where she plans to earn her Bachelor’s degree in Radiology.

Rachael Salas continuará su educación en Columbia Basin College, donde planea obtener su licenciatura en Radiología.
6 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Rachael Salas Senior Photo
Our 5th graders at Columbia Vista Intermediate had a great time on Wednesday participating in the Wax Museum! Students researched historical figures, created presentations, dressed as the historical figure they researched, and shared what they learned with classmates and families. Great job, Vikings!

¡Nuestros estudiantes de quinto grado de Columbia Vista Intermediate se divirtieron mucho el miércoles participando en el Museo de Cera! Los estudiantes investigaron figuras históricas, crearon presentaciones, se disfrazaron como la figura histórica que investigaron y compartieron lo que aprendieron con sus compañeros de clase y familias. ¡Buen trabajo, Vikings!
6 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Student giving speech to entire 4th and 5th grade class
Student giving speech to entire 4th and 5th grade class
Student giving speech to entire 4th and 5th grade class
Student giving speech to entire 4th and 5th grade class
Student presenting their speech to family
student presenting speech to Principal Mr. Young
students dressed as their historical figure
students dressed as their historical figure
Students dressed as their historical figure
Students dressed as their historical figure
Clara Brownell students recently turned a lesson on “micro adventures” into a real-life experience with a visit to the Umatilla Marina RV Park! Students gathered firewood, built a campfire, and roasted marshmallows while exploring how adventures can happen close to home. Read more here: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2881213

¡Los estudiantes de Clara Brownell recientemente convirtieron una lección sobre “micro aventuras” en una experiencia real con una visita al Umatilla Marina RV Park! Los estudiantes recogieron leña, construyeron una fogata y asaron malvaviscos mientras exploraban cómo las aventuras pueden suceder cerca de casa. Lea más aquí: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2881213
7 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Students roasting marshmallows
Group photo of students with paraprofessionals and teacher Karen Laurence
students roasting marshmallows
student roasting a marshmallow
two students posing for a photo
Students roasting marshmallows
Join us Wednesday, May 13 from 6:00–8:00 PM at Umatilla High School for STEAM Academy Afterschool Family Fun Night! Families can enjoy activity tables, student presentations, snacks, visits from Parks & Rec, the Fire and Police Departments, and meet the UHS high school robotics team.

¡Acompáñenos el miércoles 13 de mayo de 6:00 a 8:00 PM en Umatilla High School para la Noche Familiar Divertida del programa extracurricular STEAM Academy! Las familias podrán disfrutar de mesas de actividades, presentaciones estudiantiles, bocadillos, visitas de Parks & Rec, el Departamento de Bomberos y el Departamento de Policía, y conocer al equipo de robótica de la high school UHS.
7 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
STEAM Academy Afterschool Presents Family Fun Umatilla High School Wednesday, May 13th 6:00 - 8:00 PM Event highlights: Fresh from Houston- Robotics, Parks & Rec, Fire Trucks, Police Dept. Activity Tables, Snacks, Student Presentations Bring the whole family! Join us for a fun evening
Programa después de clases de la academia STEAM presenta Diversión familiar Umatilla High School Miércoles 13 de Mayo 6:00 - 8:00 pm Destacados: Recién llegados de Houston - Robótica! Parques y recreación, camiones de bomberos, departamento de policía, mesas de actividades, bocadillos, presentaciones estudiantiles. Traiga a toda la familia! Acompáñenos para una noche divertida!
MHES Kindergarten Registration for the 2026–27 school year starts next week! View the flyer below for dates, times, and required documents.

¡La inscripción de kínder de MHES para el año escolar 2026–27 comienza la próxima semana! Consulte el folleto a continuación para ver las fechas, horarios y documentos requeridos.
7 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Umatilla School District (541) 922-6650 McNary Heights Elementary Kindergarten Registration for 2026-27. Dates: May 11th-15th. 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Location: McNary Heights Elementary School 120 Columbia Blvd. Umatilla, OR 97882. What to bring: copy of immunization record and birth certificate for verification of legal name. Special Info: students must be 5 years old by September 1st, 2026 to enroll in Kindergarten for the 2026-27 school year. McNary Heights Elementary is Kindergarten through 3rd grade. Enrollment Questions: Erin Iveson, Office Manager. ivesone@umatillasd.org Sandra Ybarra (Español), Attendance Secretary. ybarras@umatillasd.org Katie Simmons, Sped Secretary simmonsk@umatillasd.org. Translators available: All forms available in English and Spanish. Spanish speaking staff on hand for assistance.
Umatilla School District (541) 922-6650 Escuela Primaria McNary Heights Inscripciónes para Kindergarten 2026-27. Fechas: Mayo 11th-15th 9:00 am a 2:00 pm Ubicacion: McNary Heights Elementary School 120 Columbia Blvd. Umatilla, OR 97882. Traer: Copia del registro de vacunas, y acta de nacimiento para la verficación del nombre legal. Información especial: el estudiante debe tener 5 ańos de edad para el 1 de septiembre de 2026 para inscribirse en Kindergarten para el año escolar 2026-27. McNary Heights es de Kindergarten a 3er grado. Preguntas sobre inscripcíones: Erin Iveson, Office Manager ivesone@umatillasd.org Sandra Ybarra (Español) Attendance Secretary ybarras@umatillasd.org Katie Simmons Sped Secretary simmonsk@umatillasd.org Interpretes Disponibles Todas la formas estan disponibles en Ingles y Español. Personal que habla Español disponible para asistencia.
It's National School Nurse Day! Please join us in thanking our school nurses for all they do to care for our students. They play an important role in ensuring that students are healthy, in school, and ready to learn. We appreciate you, nurses Trista and Kailee!

¡Es el Día Nacional de las Enfermeras Escolares! Por favor, acompáñenos en agradecer a nuestras enfermeras escolares por todo lo que hacen para cuidar de nuestros estudiantes. Ellas desempeñan un papel importante al asegurar que los estudiantes estén saludables, en la escuela y listos para aprender. ¡Las apreciamos, enfermeras Trista y Kailee!
8 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Happy National School Nurses Day! May 6, 2026. Thank you for all you do!
CBMS Track and Field will have their final track meet this Friday, May 8th at Stanfield. The field events will begin at 11 pm, 3000m will begin at 12:30 pm with the remainder of the running events starting around 1 pm.

El equipo de atletismo de CBMS tendrá su última competencia este viernes 8 de mayo en Stanfield. Las pruebas de campo comenzarán a las 11 am, los 3000 m comenzarán a las 12:30 pm, y el resto de las pruebas de carrera comenzarán alrededor de la 1 pm.
10 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Please join us in recognizing our amazing teachers for everything they do each day to support, guide, and inspire students. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom, and we’re grateful for all that you do for our schools.

¡Feliz Semana de Agradecimiento a los Maestros! Únase a nosotros para reconocer a nuestros increíbles maestros por todo lo que hacen cada día para apoyar, guiar e inspirar a nuestros estudiantes. Su impacto va mucho más allá del aula, y estamos agradecidos por todo lo que hacen por nuestros estudiantes y nuestras escuelas.
10 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Teacher Appreciation Week. Photos of all certified staff in the Umatilla School District. We appreciate you! Umatilla School District logo
Lunch menus for May are available on our website! View them here: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/page/lunch-menus

¡Los menús del almuerzo para mayo ya están disponibles en nuestro sitio web! Véelos aquí: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/page/lunch-menus
13 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
UHS baseball continued a growing tradition with a visit to a Tri-Cities Dust Devils game! Three seniors also had the opportunity to throw out ceremonial first pitches. Read more here: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2861264

Photo Credit: Tri-Cities Dust Devils

UHS béisbol continuó una tradición en crecimiento con una visita a un juego de los Tri-Cities Dust Devils. ¡Tres estudiantes de último año también tuvieron la oportunidad de lanzar los primeros lanzamientos ceremoniales! Lee más aquí: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2861264

Crédito de la foto: Tri-Cities Dust Devils
13 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Photo of Coach Coyle with seniors who threw out ceremonial first pitches and Dust Devils player and participant from Dust Devils Youth Clinic
Photo of senior throwing out first pitch
Photo of senior throwing out first pitch
Photo of senior throwing out first pitch
It’s School Lunch Hero Day! Our nutrition staff works hard every day to provide meals that meet strict nutrition guidelines, while also offering students variety and options they enjoy. From early mornings to lunchtime, they help keep our students fueled and ready to learn. Thank you for everything you do for our schools.

¡Es el Día del Héroe del Almuerzo Escolar! Nuestro personal de nutrición trabaja arduamente todos los días para ofrecer comidas que cumplen con estrictas pautas nutricionales, al mismo tiempo que brindan a los estudiantes variedad y opciones que disfrutan. Desde temprano por la mañana hasta la hora del almuerzo, ayudan a mantener a nuestros estudiantes con energía y listos para aprender. Gracias por todo lo que hacen por nuestras escuelas.
13 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
School Lunch Hero Day May 1st, 2026
Today is National School Principals Day! Please join us in thanking our school principals for being incredible leaders. We appreciate the time, care, and dedication our principals bring to our schools everyday. Thank you for all you do to support students, staff, and families.

Hoy es el Día Nacional de los Directores Escolares. Por favor, acompáñenos en agradecer a nuestros directores por ser líderes increíbles. Apreciamos el tiempo, el cuidado y la dedicación que nuestros directores brindan a nuestras escuelas todos los días. Gracias por todo lo que hacen para apoyar a los estudiantes, el personal y las familias.
13 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Happy School Principals Day! Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the countless ways you support students, staff, and our community! Thank you.
We celebrated our senior tennis athletes last Friday and Saturday! Congratulations, seniors! Thank you for your dedication to the team—we wish you all the best in your journey after high school.

¡Celebramos a nuestros atletas seniors de tenis el viernes y sábado pasado! ¡Felicidades, seniors! Gracias por su dedicación al equipo—les deseamos lo mejor en su camino después de high school.
14 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
photo of senior with family members
photo of senior with family members
photo of senior girl tennis athletes with coach
Photo of senior girls tennis athletes with coaches
photo of senior with family member
photo of senior with family members
Photo of senior with family members
Photo of senior boy tennis athletes with coaches