This month, our remaining fourth grade classes completed their visits to the Teddy Bear Clinic! Thank you to Family Health Associates and Dr. Earl for continuing to host our students, and to Brynna and Katie from Advantage Dental for teaching them how to care for their teeth and keep their smiles healthy. If you didn’t catch our previous story about the Teddy Bear Clinic, you can find it here: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2661170

¡Este mes, nuestras clases restantes de cuarto grado completaron sus visitas a la Clínica del Osito! Gracias a Family Health Associates y al Dr. Earl por continuar recibiendo a nuestros estudiantes, y a Brynna y Katie de Advantage Dental por enseñarles cómo cuidar sus dientes y mantener sus sonrisas saludables. Si no vio nuestra historia anterior sobre la Clínica del Osito, puede encontrarla aquí: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2661170
1 day ago, Elizebeth Burres
student putting a band aid on their teddy bear buddy
students checking the paperwork on their teddy bear buddy
student giving their teddy bear buddy a vaccine
student giving their teddy bear buddy a vaccine
student brushing the teeth on their teddy bear buddy
students performing an exam on their teddy bear buddy
students checking the vitals of their teddy bear buddy
student brushing the teeth of their teddy bear buddy
Nurse showing student how to properly open a band aid
students measuring the heights of their teddy bear buddy
Today is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! Join us in recognizing our SRO, Officer Wilson, for the important role he plays in supporting a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment for our students. We are grateful for his dedication to our schools and the commitment he shows each day.

Thank you, Officer Wilson, for all you do for our students!

¡Hoy es el Día Nacional de Apreciación del Oficial de Recursos Escolares! Acompáñenos a reconocer a nuestro SRO, el Oficial Wilson, por el importante papel que desempeña al apoyar un ambiente de aprendizaje seguro, respetuoso y positivo para nuestros estudiantes. Estamos agradecidos por su dedicación a nuestras escuelas y el compromiso que demuestra cada día.

Gracias, Oficial Wilson, por todo lo que hace por nuestros estudiantes.
7 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
February 15, 2026 Happy National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! Thank you for all you do, Officer Wilson!
There will be no school on Monday, February 16, for Presidents Day.

No habrá clases el lunes 16 de febrero debido al Día de los Presidentes.
8 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Happy Presidents' Day! The Umatilla School District office and school will be closed Monday, February 16th.
Feliz Día de los Presidentes! La ofician y las escuelas del Distrito Escolar de Umatilla estarán cerradas el lunes 16 de febrero.
It’s National School Counseling Week! Please join us in thanking our school counselors for their invaluable contributions. From academic guidance to social-emotional support, they play an important role in helping students succeed. Thank you for all you do for our students and families.

¡Es la Semana Nacional de Consejería Escolar! Acompáñenos a agradecer a nuestros consejeros escolares por sus valiosas contribuciones. Desde el apoyo académico hasta el apoyo socioemocional, desempeñan un papel importante en ayudar a los estudiantes a tener éxito. Gracias por todo lo que hacen por nuestros estudiantes y familias.
17 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
National School Counseling Week School Counselors Amplify Student Success Feb 2-6 2026 Thank you School Counselors !

Columbia Vista Intermediate is conducting a Secure and Lockdown drill in collaboration with the Umatilla Police Department and Fire Department today at 1:00 pm. This is only a drill, and all students and staff are safe.

Columbia Vista Intermediate está realizando un simulacro de seguridad y confinamiento en colaboración con el Departamento de Policía de Umatilla y el Departamento de Bomberos hoy a la 1:00 pm. Esto es solo un simulacro, y todos los estudiantes y el personal están seguros.

17 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Lunch menus for February are available on our website! View them here: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/page/lunch-menus

¡Los menús de almuerzo para el mes de febrero ya están disponibles en nuestra página web! Véelos aquí: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/page/lunch-menus
19 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
It’s School Board Appreciation Month! This month, we’re shining a spotlight on our school board members and the time they dedicate to leading our district. Today, we’re highlighting board member Steve Warr. Thank you, Steve, for all you do for the Umatilla School District!
#SchoolBoardMonth

¡Es el Mes de Agradecimiento a la Junta Escolar! Este mes, destacamos a los miembros de nuestra junta escolar y el tiempo que dedican a liderar nuestro distrito. Hoy destacamos al miembro de la junta, Steve Warr. ¡Gracias, Steve, por todo lo que haces por el Distrito Escolar de Umatilla!
23 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
OSBA School Board Superheroes Recognition Month January Board Spotlight Steve Warr Board Member I have had the privilege of serving on our school board for 2 1/2 years. I am the "newbie" in our group. In that role, I greatly appreciate all the help and mentorship I have received from the entire board. Our community has served my family in many memorable ways, and my children proudly graduated from Umatilla. Prior to running for the chance to serve on our school board, I had become frustrated with the many tools of division that seemed to be promoted within society. As I looked for ways to possibly dispute that narrative, it made sense in my small mind to invest some of my time into the next generation. Over several months, after being elected, I became increasingly aware that the Umatilla School District was unique, and I mean that that in a very good way. Currently, my biggest concern is that I will be able to give back, as much as I have received from my association with this board, our superintendent, the entire staff, and students. As we continue to write our story, I appreciate your patience and understanding of a man that checks his fridge several times each day hoping that something new will magically appear. Umatilla School District Logo
It’s School Board Appreciation Month! This month, we’re shining a spotlight on our school board members and the time they dedicate to leading our district. Today, we’re highlighting board member Jon Lorence. Thank you, Jon, for all you do for the Umatilla School District!
#SchoolBoardMonth

¡Es el Mes de Agradecimiento a la Junta Escolar! Este mes, destacamos a los miembros de nuestra junta escolar y el tiempo que dedican a liderar nuestro distrito. Hoy destacamos al miembro de la junta, Jon Lorence. ¡Gracias, Jon, por todo lo que haces por el Distrito Escolar de Umatilla!
25 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
OSBA School Board Superheroes Recognition Month January Board Spotlight Jon Lorence  I have served over 11 years. When my son started school I decided to become active in education and community service. I really enjoy the opportunities that our district provides to our students. Not many district and certainly very few districts our size offer the level of stem/trades and college credits. If a student is focused he or she can really be ahead of the game upon graduation. A fun fact about me is while I am not a graduate of Umatilla, my father was and my great Uncle was a Umatilla Board member back in the early 60s. I am also known to get a little misty eyed at sporting events. Umatilla School District logo
Thank you to Family Health Associates in Umatilla and Dr. Earl for hosting a Teddy Bear Clinic for our fourth grade students! Students learned what to expect during a doctor’s visit by caring for their own teddy bear patient and rotating through hands on stations. The rest of our fourth grade students will visit the Teddy Bear Clinic throughout February. Read the full story here: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2661170

Gracias a Family Health Associates en Umatilla y al Dr. Earl por organizar una Clínica del Osito para nuestros estudiantes de cuarto grado. Los estudiantes aprendieron qué esperar durante una visita al médico al cuidar de su propio osito como paciente y rotar por diferentes estaciones prácticas. El resto de nuestros estudiantes de cuarto grado visitarán la Clínica del Osito durante el mes de febrero. Lea la historia completa aquí: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2661170
26 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
students checking the ears of their stuffed animal
Dr. Earl showing students how to check ears of stuffed animal
students measuring length of teddy bear
students rotating through stations
students learning about vaccinations
students learning about vaccinations
students learning about healthy habits
students being taught how to properly brush teeth
student brushing teeth on stuffed animal with help of student nurse
student brushing teeth on stuffed animal
A big thank you to Rogers Toyota Subaru of Hermiston and Hermiston Generating for helping energize our students at Columbia Vista Intermediate as they head into MAPs testing. Both partners joined CVI for an assembly last Friday to motivate students and encourage them to do their best. They also donated prizes that students can choose from when they meet their MAPs goals. CVI has already had students turn in tickets and receive a prize!

Un gran agradecimiento a Rogers Toyota Subaru of Hermiston y Hermiston Generating por ayudar a motivar y llenar de energía a nuestros estudiantes de Columbia Vista Intermediate mientras se preparan para las pruebas MAPS. Ellos se unieron a CVI para una asamblea el viernes pasado con el fin de motivar a los estudiantes y animarlos a dar lo mejor en las pruebas. También donaron premios que los estudiantes pueden elegir cuando alcanzan sus metas en MAPS. ¡CVI ya tiene estudiantes que entregaron sus boletos y recibieron un premio!
26 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
photos of candy bars
photos of chips
Photos of tickets
It’s School Board Appreciation Month! This month, we’re shining a spotlight on our school board members and the time they dedicate to leading our district. Today, we’re highlighting board member Jorge Meza. Thank you, Jorge, for all you do for the Umatilla School District!
#SchoolBoardMonth

¡Es el Mes de Agradecimiento a la Junta Escolar! Este mes, destacamos a los miembros de nuestra junta escolar y el tiempo que dedican a liderar nuestro distrito. Hoy destacamos al miembro de la junta, Jorge Meza. ¡Gracias, Jorge, por todo lo que haces por el Distrito Escolar de Umatilla!
27 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
OSBA School Board Superheroes Recognition Month January Board Spotlight Jorge Meza Board Member I have served on the school board for 7 years, almost 8. What inspired me to serve on the board was my daughters. I wanted to be more involved and informed in their education. What I enjoy most about being on the board is being able serve my latino community and make positive decisions alongside my fellow district members for a better future for our students. A fun fact about me is that I'm shy, but if you hand me a microphone, I don't stop talking-I become a completely different person. Umatilla School District logo
It’s School Board Appreciation Month! This month, we’re shining a spotlight on our school board members and the time they dedicate to leading our district. Today, we’re highlighting board member Toby Cranston. Thank you, Toby, for all you do for the Umatilla School District!
#SchoolBoardMonth

¡Es el Mes de Agradecimiento a la Junta Escolar! Este mes, destacamos a los miembros de nuestra junta escolar y el tiempo que dedican a liderar nuestro distrito. Hoy destacamos al miembro de la junta, Toby Cranston. ¡Gracias, Toby, por todo lo que haces por el Distrito Escolar de Umatilla!
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
OSBA School Board Superheroes Recognition Month January Board Spotlight Toby Cranston Board Member I have served on the school board since 2001. I was inspired to serve on the board by my neighbor, Pat Lafferty. I am also a proud Viking and I want to be a part of making important decisions for my children growing up through the district. My favorite part of being on the board is graduation, when I get to shake students' hands and wish them luck in all their future endeavors. A fun fact about me is I'm just a happy fun-loving guy and a bit of a prankster. Umatilla School District Logo
Nominations for 25-26 InterMountain Regional Teacher of the Year are NOW OPEN! Nominate a favorite teacher in your district by February 11, 2026 at this link: https://oregonteacheroftheyear.org/nominate/

The InterMountain Regional Teacher of the Year will be eligible to be named the Oregon Teacher of the Year.

¡Las nominaciones para Maestro/a Regional del Año 2025-2026 de la zona InterMountain YA ESTÁN ABIERTAS! Nomine a uno de sus maestros favoritos de su distrito antes del día 11 de febrero del año 2026. Vote usando este enlace: https://oregonteacheroftheyear.org/nominate .

El/la Maestro/a Regional del Año de la zona InterMountain será elegible para ser nombrado Maestro del Año del estado de Oregón.
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
Nominations open for Intermountain Regional Teacher of the Year Anyone can nominate: oregonteacheroftheyear.org/nominate/ Deadline: February 11, 2026
It’s School Board Appreciation Month! This month, we’re shining a spotlight on our school board members and the time they dedicate to leading our district. Today, we’re highlighting board member Josiah Barron. Thank you, Josiah, for all you do for the Umatilla School District!
#SchoolBoardMonth

¡Es el Mes de Agradecimiento a la Junta Escolar! Este mes, destacamos a los miembros de nuestra junta escolar y el tiempo que dedican a liderar nuestro distrito. Hoy destacamos al miembro de la junta, Josiah Barron. ¡Gracias, Josiah, por todo lo que haces por el Distrito Escolar de Umatilla!
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
OSBA School Board Superheroes Recognition Month January Josiah Barron Board Member I have served on the Umatilla School Board for 4 years now. I was inspired to serve on the school board because, one, working to support children and youth is a rewarding endeavor; two, education is the cornerstone of a community; and three, I'm an advocate for civic engagement. I have learned much and enjoyed serving with my fellow board members. I have also enjoyed the conversations I've had with students while attending school events. A fun fact about me is that I acted in a dramatic production each of the four years I was at college. Umatilla School District Logo
It’s School Board Appreciation Month! This month, we’re shining a spotlight on our school board members and the time they dedicate to leading our district. Today, we’re highlighting board advisor Jazmin Martinez. Thank you, Jazmin, for all you do for the Umatilla School District!
#SchoolBoardMonth

¡Es el Mes de Agradecimiento a la Junta Escolar! Este mes, destacamos a los miembros de nuestra junta escolar y el tiempo que dedican a liderar nuestro distrito. Hoy destacamos a la asesora de la junta, Jazmin Martinez. ¡Gracias, Jazmin, por todo lo que haces por el Distrito Escolar de Umatilla!
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
OSBA School Board Superheroes Recognition Month January Board Spotlight Jazmin Martinez Board Advisor I have been on the board for 2 years. I was inspired to join as a board advisor to see what it's about and learn more about how the school system runs. My favorite thing about being on the board is how everyone is so welcoming and easy to get along with. A fun fact about me is I don't plan on leaving the school district until my youngest graduates in 2041. Umatilla School District logo
There will be no school for the whole district on Monday, January 19th, due to Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Classes will resume at normal times on Tuesday, January 20th. Have a great weekend!

No habrá clases en todo el distrito el lunes 19 de enero debido al Día de Martin Luther King Jr. Las clases se reanudarán en horario normal el martes 20 de enero. ¡Que tengan un buen fin de semana!
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
Martin Luther King Jr. Day No School January 19th
The Columbia Vista Discipline Matrix has been updated. Administration made revisions to address new behaviors and align the elementary and middle school matrices. View the updated matrix on our website: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/page/handbooks

La Matriz de Disciplina de Columbia Vista ha sido actualizada. La administración realizó revisiones para abordar nuevas conductas y alinear las matrices de la escuela primaria y secundaria. Consulte la matriz actualizada en nuestro sitio web: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/page/handbooks
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
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 excellence 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 more photos here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Nz3XMx2z9NzLsqMgDNArCtxIKnp6ydFz?usp=sharing

¡Felicitaciones a los estudiantes ganadores del premio REP de Columbia Vista! REP significa Respeto, Excelencia y Perseverancia, el tema de la escuela para este año. Los maestros reconocieron a los estudiantes que se destacaron por demostrar excelencia durante este trimestre. ¡Buen trabajo, Vikings!

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

Ver más fotos aquí: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Nz3XMx2z9NzLsqMgDNArCtxIKnp6ydFz?usp=sharing
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
Photo of REP Award winners with their teacher
Photo of REP Award winners with their teacher
Photo of REP Award winners with their teacher
Photo of REP Award winners with their teacher
Photo of REP Award winners with their teachers
Photo of REP Award winners with their teacher
Photo of REP Award winners with their teacher
Photo of REP Award winners with their teacher
Photo of REP Award winners with their teacher
Photo of REP Award winners with their teacher
Reminder: There will be no school tomorrow, Friday, January 16th, for both McNary Heights and Columbia Vista. It is Report Card Friday for those schools. Report cards will be mailed out in the next week for the 2nd quarter grades.

Clara Brownell Middle School and Umatilla High School will still have a regular Friday schedule tomorrow.

Recordatorio: No habrá clases mañana, viernes 16 de enero, ni en McNary Heights ni en Columbia Vista. Es viernes de entrega de boletas de calificaciones en estas escuelas. Las boletas de calificaciones del segundo trimestre se enviarán por correo la próxima semana.

La escuela secundaria Clara Brownell Middle School y la High School de Umatilla mantendrán su horario habitual de los viernes mañana.
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
End of 2nd Quarter Friday, January 16th - No School for McNary Heights Elementary and Columbia Vista Intermediate Students Umatilla School District
Fin del segundo trimestre Viernes, 16 de enero - No hay clases para los estudiantes de McNary Heights Elementary y Columbia Vista Intermediate Umatilla School District
It’s School Board Appreciation Month! This month, we’re shining a spotlight on our school board members and the time they dedicate to leading our district. Today, we’re highlighting board advisor Veronica Gutierrez. Thank you, Veronica, for all you do for the Umatilla School District!
#SchoolBoardMonth

¡Es el Mes de Agradecimiento a la Junta Escolar! Este mes, destacamos a los miembros de nuestra junta escolar y el tiempo que dedican a liderar nuestro distrito. Hoy destacamos a la asesora de la junta, Veronica Gutierrez. ¡Gracias, Veronica, por todo lo que haces por el Distrito Escolar de Umatilla!
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
OSBA School Board Superheroes Recognition Month January Board Spotlight Veronica Gutierrez Board Advisor I have been a part of the board for nine years. I was inspired to serve on the board because I wanted to involve myself more in my children's education and in our community. Being part of the school board has done both for me. My favorite thing about being on the board is the pride in my children's faces when they say my mom is on the school board. A fun fact about me is I want to go on a cruise but I'm also scared of the water. Umatilla School District Logo