Support the Umatilla High School robotics team as they prepare to compete at the World Finals! Join us at these upcoming fundraisers to help make their trip possible.

Nuestro equipo de robótica de UHS va al campeonato mundial y necesita su apoyo para llegar. ¡Acompáñenos en estos eventos para ayudar a hacer posible su viaje!
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
Umatilla Robotics Has Qualified for the World Finals! Our Umatilla High School robotics team has qualified for the World Championships in Houston, Texas and is raising funds to support their trip. Join us at these upcoming events! Donation Drop-offs Donate to the robotics Yard Sale!   Donations will be accepted Friday, April 17th, from 12pm-6pm at the Umatilla School District Office (1001 6th Street) Yard Sale Shop the Community Yard Sale!  Saturday, April 18th, from 8 am - 2 pm at the Umatilla School District Office. Movie & Raffle Join the team on Saturday, April 18th, for a dessert raffle and movie screening of their Documentary, Big Dreams in Umatilla (with a chance to drive the classified robot) 5:00 pm - Robot Driving  5:30 pm - Concessions   6:00 pm - Dessert Raffle & Movie Screening Come out to support the students as they prepare to compete on the world stage!
¡Umatilla Robotics se ha clasificado para la final mundial! Nuestro equipo de robótica de Umatilla High School se ha clasificado para el Campeonato Mundial en Houston, Texas, y está recaudando fondos para apoyar su viaje. ¡Acompáñanos en estos próximos eventos! Entrega de donaciones ¡Dona para la venta de garaje de robótica!   Se aceptarán donaciones el viernes 17 de abril, de 12:00 pm a 6:00 pm en la Oficina del Distrito Escolar de Umatilla (1001 6th Street) Venta de garaje ¡Compra en la venta de garaje comunitaria!  Sábado 18 de abril, de 8:00 am a 2:00 pm en la Oficina del Distrito Escolar de Umatilla.  Película y rifa Únete al equipo el sábado 18 de abril para una rifa de postres y la proyección de su documental, Grandes sueños en Umatilla (con la oportunidad de conducir el robot clasificado) 5:00 pm - Conducción de robots  5:30 pm - Concesiones   6:00 pm - Rifa de postres y proyección de película ¡Ven a apoyar a los estudiantes mientras se preparan para competir en el campeonato mundial!
A great opportunity for kids to learn softball skills from local athletes! Open to youth 14 and under.

¡Una gran oportunidad para que los niños aprendan habilidades de softbol de atletas locales! Abierto a jóvenes de 14 años o menos.
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
Good Shepherd Health Care System Presents (Jordan Bennett Legacy Foundation and Umatilla Softball Logo) The annual 2026 Free Youth Softball Clinic Monday, April 20th, 2026 at 4 p.m. at Umatilla High School with the Viking softball players and Coach Bennett's team. For: Any boys and girls, 14 years old and under to learn skills about the sport that Coach Jordan Bennett loved. CVI students and McNary students can sign up at school by Friday, April 17 and ride an afterschool bus to UHS.
Good Shepherd Health Care System Presenta La Clínica Anual Gratuita de Softbol Juvenil 2026 Lunes 20 de abril de 2026 at las 4 p.m. en Umatilla High School, con las jugadoras de softbol Viking y el equipo del entrenador Bennett. Para: Niños y niñas de 14 años o menos que quieran aprender habilidades sobre el deporte que el entrenador Jordan Bennett tanto apreciaba. Los estudiantes de CVI y McNary pueden inscribirse en la escuela antes del viernes 17 de abril y tomar el autobús después de clases hacia UHS.
Columbia Vista Intermediate School’s spring picture day is this Wednesday, April 15! Families can order photos online using the link below with the order code 0119331SG. https://www.barksdalestorefront.com/store/gallery_login_customer_info_entry/da4c2750-688e-4035-a6d7-c60cb1582d3a/

El día de fotos de primavera de Columbia Vista Intermediate es este miércoles 15 de abril. Las familias pueden ordenar las fotos en línea usando el enlace a continuación con el código de pedido 0119331SG.
https://www.barksdalestorefront.com/store/gallery_login_customer_info_entry/da4c2750-688e-4035-a6d7-c60cb1582d3a/
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
Today's Moments are Tomorrow's Memories. Backgrounds may vary more choices online! Ordering online is fast & easy build your own package or select one of our packages go paperless and order online Columbia Vista Intermediate School Picture Day is April 15, 2026 0119331SG order code for online purchases (password expires 24 hours after picture day) Questions? 1.800.220.7667 This is a prepay event. Payment is due on picture day. Este es un evento prepagado . Pago se debe entregar el día de los fotos. Barksdale School Portraits www.barksdalephoto.com Pictures with Class by Barksdale www.pictureswithclass.com
Reminder: There is no school for all students tomorrow, April 10.

Recordatorio: No hay clases para todos los estudiantes mañana, 10 de abril.
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
No School! Reminder: There is no school for all students on Friday, April 10th Umatilla School District
No hay clases! Recordatorio: No hay clases para todos los estudiantes el viernes 10 de abril. Distrito Escolar de Umatilla
Parent Teacher Conferences are next week!

Grades K–5 have scheduled conference times. If you’re unsure of your time, please contact your child’s teacher. / Los grados K–5 tienen conferencias programadas. Si no está seguro de su horario, comuníquese con el maestro o la maestra de su hijo.

Grades 6–12 will have drop-in conferences. Families are welcome to stop by during the times listed below to meet with teachers. / Los grados 6–12 tendrán conferencias sin cita previa. Las familias pueden pasar durante los horarios indicados a continuación para reunirse con los maestros.

Umatilla High School
Wednesday, April 8, from 3:30–7:00 PM
Thursday, April 9, from 12:30–3:30 PM

Clara Brownell Middle School
Wednesday, April 8, from 3:30–5:00 PM and 5:30–7:00 PM
Thursday, April 9, from 12:30–3:30 PM

Columbia Vista Intermediate School
(Drop-in conferences for 6th grade only / Conferencias sin cita previa solo para sexto grado)
Wednesday, April 8, from 1:15–8:00 PM
Thursday, April 9, from 8:20 AM–4:00 PM

McNary Heights Elementary School
(Please check with your child’s teacher if you’re unsure of your scheduled conference time / Por favor, consulte con el maestro de su hijo si no está seguro de la hora programada para su cita )
Wednesday, April 8, from 1:00–8:00 PM
Thursday, April 9, from 8:00 AM–3:40 PM
about 2 months ago, Elizebeth Burres
Parent Teacher Conferences! Wednesday, April 8th. Thursday, April 9th. Umatilla School District.
Did you know the STEAM Academy of Umatilla has a Facebook page? Check it out and give them a follow for updates, reminders, and a look at the fun things students are doing! Visit their page using the link below.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070058777989

¿Sabías que la Academia STEAM de Umatilla tiene una página de Facebook? Visítala y síguelos para recibir actualizaciones, recordatorios y ver las actividades divertidas que están realizando los estudiantes. ¡Accede a su página usando el enlace a continuación!
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070058777989
about 2 months ago, Elizebeth Burres
STEAM Academy of Umatilla logo. Follow the STEAM Academy on Facebook @STEAM Academy of Umatilla
Lunch menus for April are available on our website! View them here: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/page/lunch-menus

¡Los menús del almuerzo para abril ya están disponibles en nuestro sitio web! Véelos aquí: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/page/lunch-menus
about 2 months ago, Elizebeth Burres
Reminder: There is no STEAM/after-school program this week. The 4th session of STEAM will begin next Monday, April 6.

If your student normally stays for STEAM, please contact the school with their alternate dismissal plans for this week. Thank you!

Recordatorio: No habrá programa STEAM/después de clases esta semana. La cuarta sesión de STEAM comenzará el próximo lunes 6 de abril.

Si su estudiante normalmente se queda en STEAM, por favor comuníquese con la escuela para informar sobre su plan de salida alternativo para esta semana. ¡Gracias!
about 2 months ago, Elizebeth Burres
There is NO SCHOOL in the Umatilla School District for Spring Break from March 23rd-27th. School resumes on Monday, March 30th.

No habrá clases en el Distrito Escolar de Umatilla durante las vacaciones de primavera del 23 al 27 de marzo. Las clases se reanudan el lunes 30 de marzo.
2 months ago, Elizebeth Burres
Happy Spring Break! There is no school in the Umatilla School District March 23rd-27th. School resumes March 30th.
Congratulations to Columbia Vista’s REP award winners! REP stands for Respect, Excellence, and Perseverance, the school’s theme for the year. Teachers recognized students who stood out for showing perseverance this quarter. Great job, Vikings!

Thank you to Mrs. Trevino and her leadership class for planning the assemblies and creating videos that helped share the REP message in a fun way!

View all the photos here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1em-r--KsOcqgB0oH72gzfhCTZ30a4vru?usp=sharing

¡Felicitaciones a los estudiantes de Columbia Vista que recibieron el premio REP! REP significa Respeto, Excelencia y Perseverancia, el tema escolar de este año. Los maestros reconocieron a los estudiantes que se destacaron por demostrar perseverancia durante este trimestre. ¡Buen trabajo, Vikings!

¡Gracias a la Sra. Treviño y a su clase de liderazgo por planificar las asambleas y crear videos que ayudaron a compartir el mensaje REP de una manera divertida!

Ver todas las fotos aquí: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1em-r--KsOcqgB0oH72gzfhCTZ30a4vru?usp=sharing
2 months ago, Elizebeth Burres
Photo of Mrs. Estrella's students who received REP Awards
Photo of Mr. Williams student's who received REP Awards
Photo of Mrs. Carillo's students who received REP Awards
Photo of Ms. Mendoza's students receiving REP Awards
Photo of Mrs. Hernandez's students receiving REP Awards
Photo of 5th grade students receiving REP Award
Photo of Mr. Storagee's 6th grade students receiving REP Award
photo of Mrs. Trevino's 6th grade students receiving REP Award
Photo of 6th grade students receiving REP Award
Photo of 6th grade students receiving REP Award
The InterMountain Education Service District (IMESD) is hosting an informational training focused on understanding attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and strategies for supporting students.

The training is open to parents, caregivers, and family members of K–12 students experiencing ADHD and will take place on April 8 from 5:30–7:00 pm at the Pendleton IMESD. Register using the QR-code on the graphic attached or at this link: https://events.imesd.k12.or.us/event/2026-04-08/adhd-what-parents-need-to-know

El Distrito de Servicios Educativos InterMountain (IMESD) está organizando una capacitación informativa enfocada en comprender el trastorno por déficit de atención e hiperactividad (ADHD) y en estrategias para apoyar a los estudiantes.

La capacitación está abierta a padres, cuidadores y familiares de estudiantes de K–12 que experimentan ADHD y se llevará a cabo el 8 de abril de 5:30 a 7:00 pm en el IMESD de Pendleton. Regístrese utilizando el código QR en el gráfico adjunto o en este enlace: https://events.imesd.k12.or.us/event/2026-04-08/adhd-what-parents-need-to-know
2 months ago, Elizebeth Burres
InterMountain Education Service District Presents ADHD: What parents need to know. What: Informational training focused on understanding attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) including types & risk factors plus strategies for home & school support, resources, and time for Q & A. When April 8th (5:30-7:00 pm). Where: Pendleton IMESD (Lodgepole/Ponderosa room). Who: parents, caregivers, & family members of K-12 students experiencing ADHD. Space is limited, so register early to hold your spot. Questions? Contact liz.durant@imesd.k12.or.us Join IMESD School Psychologist, Liz Durant, to learn more about best practices for supporting students experiencing ADHD. April 8th (5:30-7:00 PM) @ Pendleton IMESD (Lodgepole/Ponderosa Register Here
Congratulations to our Oregon Battle of the Books winners at Columbia Vista Intermediate and McNary Heights Elementary! Both schools recently crowned their champions. Read more here: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2759484

¡Felicitaciones a nuestros equipos ganadores de Oregon Battle of the Books en Columbia Vista Intermediate y McNary Heights Elementary! Ambas escuelas recientemente coronaron a sus campeones. Lee más aquí: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2759484
2 months ago, Elizebeth Burres
Columbia Vista Intermediate 1st place team from the 3rd-5th grade division
Columbia Vista Intermediate 1st place team from the 6th grade division
Columbia Vista Intermediate 3rd place team from the 3rd-5th grade division
Columbia Vista Intermediate 2nd place team from the 6th grade division
Columbia Vista Intermediate 2nd place team from the 3rd-5th grade division
Columbia Vista Intermediate 3rd place team from the 6th grade division
McNary Heights 3rd place team
McNary Heights 2nd place team
Members of the 1st place team from McNary Heights
We’re excited to share episodes from the podcast series “Al Sonar de La Campana,” which focuses on connecting Hispanic families with information about their children’s education through conversations with school staff, parents, and other members of the school community.

The first episode includes a conversation with Delma Bernal, receptionist at Umatilla School District.

Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ky9ztcXnk1A

Estamos emocionados de compartir episodios de la serie de podcast “Al Sonar de La Campana,” que se enfoca en conectar a las familias hispanas con información sobre la educación de sus hijos a través de conversaciones con personal escolar, padres y otros miembros de la comunidad escolar.

El primer episodio incluye una conversación con Delma Bernal, recepcionista del Distrito Escolar de Umatilla.

Vea el video aquí:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ky9ztcXnk1A
3 months ago, Elizebeth Burres
Our last dress-up theme for Read Across America Week was Pajama Day! The perfect theme for curling up with a good book. View more photos here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MZPgzjkRx0ABPkm8DXLaj80xMPr3k3m4?usp=sharing

Nuestro último tema para disfrazarse durante la Semana de Read Across America fue el Día de Pijama. ¡El tema perfecto para acurrucarse con un buen libro! Ver más fotos aquí: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MZPgzjkRx0ABPkm8DXLaj80xMPr3k3m4?usp=sharing
3 months ago, Elizebeth Burres
MHES students wearing pajamas
MHES students wearing pajamas
MHES students wearing pajamas
MHES students wearing pajamas
MHES students wearing pajamas
CVI students wearing pajamas
CVI student wearing pajamas
CVI student wearing pajamas
CVI student and staff member wearing pajamas
CVI students wearing pajamas
Several guest readers visited McNary Heights Elementary and Columbia Vista Intermediate this week to share stories with students in celebration of Read Across America Week. Thank you to everyone who took time to read in our classes and help celebrate the joy of reading!

Varios lectores invitados visitaron McNary Heights Elementary y Columbia Vista Intermediate esta semana para compartir historias con los estudiantes en celebración de la Semana de Read Across America. ¡Gracias a todos los que tomaron tiempo para leer en nuestras clases y ayudar a celebrar el gusto por la lectura!
3 months ago, Elizebeth Burres
The Cat in the Hat Reading to students
Superintendent Sipe reading to students
High School student reading to students
High School student reading to students
High School student reading to students
High School student reading to students
The Cat in the Hat Reading to students
The Cate in the Hat Reading to students
High school student reading to students
Superintendent Sipe reading to students
Today’s Read Across America Week dress-up theme was Fox in Socks Day! We loved seeing all the silly socks students wore to school. View more photos here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MZPgzjkRx0ABPkm8DXLaj80xMPr3k3m4?usp=sharing

¡El tema de la vestimenta de hoy para la Semana de Read Across America fue Fox in Socks! Nos encantó ver todos los calcetines divertidos que los estudiantes usaron en la escuela. Ver más fotos aquí: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MZPgzjkRx0ABPkm8DXLaj80xMPr3k3m4?usp=sharing
3 months ago, Elizebeth Burres
MHES students wearing silly socks
MHES student wearing silly socks
MHES student dressed as a fox
MHES student wearing silly socks
MHES student dressed like a fox
MHES student wearing silly socks
CVI student wearing silly socks
CVI students wearing silly socks
CVI student wearing silly socks
CVI student wearing silly socks
Thank you to all the families who joined us for Dual Language Family Night last week! We appreciate everyone who attended and helped make it a great evening. Read more here: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2750052

¡Gracias a todas las familias que nos acompañaron en la Noche Familiar de Lenguaje Dual la semana pasada! Agradecemos a todos los que asistieron y ayudaron a que fuera una gran noche. Lea más aquí: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2750052
3 months ago, Elizebeth Burres
Teacher, Mr. Lemus sharing with families the importance of routines
3rd Grade Teacher Mrs. Stites explains how students are introduced to multiplication
students playing the board game candy land
A USD parent, Chuchy, presenting to families
students posing for a photo
students coloring pages
students coloring pages
students playing the board game ladders
students playing bingo
Students playing the board game battle ship
Do you know an educator who goes above and beyond in their work for our district? Nominate them today for a Crystal 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
3 months ago, Elizebeth Burres
Do you know an outstanding employee in our district? Nominate them for a 2026 Crystal Apple Award! Nominate at this link: https://forms.imesd.k12.or.us/crystal_apple_nominations_form Deadline is April 1, 2026
It was Wacky Wednesday today! We saw so many amazingly crazy looks! View more photos here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MZPgzjkRx0ABPkm8DXLaj80xMPr3k3m4?usp=sharing

¡Hoy fue Miércoles Loco! ¡Vimos tantos estilos increíblemente locos! Ver más fotos aquí: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MZPgzjkRx0ABPkm8DXLaj80xMPr3k3m4?usp=sharing
3 months ago, Elizebeth Burres
students with crazy clothes
student with crazy hair
student with crazy hair
students with crazy clothes
student with crazy hair
students with crazy hair
student with crazy hair and clothes
student with crazy hair and clothes
Student with crazy hair
students with crazy makeup and hair
Happy Classified Staff Appreciation Week! Today we’re recognizing the incredible classified staff at Columbia Vista Intermediate School. Their work plays an essential role in supporting students, staff, and families each day. Thank you, Classified Staff!

¡Feliz Semana de Agradecimiento al Personal Clasificado! Hoy reconocemos al increíble personal clasificado de la Escuela Intermedia Columbia Vista. Su trabajo desempeña un papel esencial en el apoyo a los estudiantes, al personal y a las familias cada día. ¡Gracias, Personal Clasificado!
3 months ago, Elizebeth Burres
Happy Classified Staff Appreciation Week! Photos of classified staff. CVI logo. Thank you for all you do!