Dear families, today, May 30th, a text message was sent by Technical Assistance for Excellence in Special Education (TAESE), in partnership with the Oregon Department of Education (ODE). This is a legitimate and secure message inviting you to participate in a confidential Parent Survey. Your feedback helps us improve special education services at both the state and district levels. If you received the message and are a family of a student with a disability, we encourage you to take a few moments to complete the survey. – Estimadas familias, hoy, 30 de mayo, la Asistencia Técnica para la Excelencia en Educación Especial (TAESE), en colaboración con el Departamento de Educación de Oregon (ODE), ha enviado un mensaje de texto. Este es un mensaje legítimo y seguro que les invita a participar en una Encuesta para Padres confidencial. Sus comentarios nos ayudan a mejorar los servicios de educación especial tanto a nivel estatal como distrital. Si recibieron el mensaje y son familiares de un estudiante con una discapacidad, les animamos a dedicar unos momentos para completar la encuesta.
about 2 hours ago, Elizebeth Burres
There is a planned power outage today at Umatilla High School beginning at 11:30 am due to construction. It is expected to last for approximately two hours. This may impact phone service at all three schools and the district office. If you need to contact the schools, please call before 11:00 am so we can ensure students receive any messages. – Hoy habrá un corte de energía programado en Umatilla High School a partir de las 11:30 am debido a la construcción. Se espera que dure aproximadamente dos horas. Esto podría afectar el servicio telefónico en las tres escuelas y en la oficina del distrito. Si necesita comunicarse con las escuelas, por favor llame antes de las 11:00 am para que podamos asegurar que los estudiantes reciban el mensaje.
5 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Umatilla FCCLA students are headed to Nationals this summer after a strong showing at State! Read more here: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2167260 – Los estudiantes de FCCLA de Umatilla se dirigen a los Nacionales este verano tras un excelente desempeño en el Estatal. Lea más aquí: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2167260
6 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
photo of FCCLA students
photo of FCCLA student
photo of FCCLA students
photo of FCCLA students
students with their project
students at FCCLA opening
student receiving award
student receiving award
student receiving award
student receiving award
Today we’re celebrating the incredible administrative professionals who keep our schools running smoothly every single day. From managing the front office to supporting students, staff, and families, your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed. Thank you for all you do to help keep our district organized and running strong. Happy Administrative Professionals Day! – Hoy celebramos a los increíbles profesionales administrativos que mantienen nuestras escuelas funcionando sin problemas todos los días. Desde la gestión de la oficina hasta el apoyo a estudiantes, personal y familias, su arduo trabajo no pasa desapercibido. ¡Gracias por todo lo que hacen para mantener nuestro distrito organizado y funcionando con fuerza! ¡Feliz Día de los Profesionales Administrativos!
7 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Happy Administrative Professionals Day! Thank you for all you do!
We celebrated our senior track athletes during our home meet! Thank you, seniors, for your dedication, hard work, and commitment to the team. We're proud of all you've accomplished and can’t wait to see what’s next! – ¡Celebramos a nuestros seniors de atletismo durante nuestra competencia en casa! Gracias, seniors, por su dedicación, esfuerzo y compromiso con el equipo. Estamos orgullosos de todo lo que han logrado y estamos emocionados por lo que viene.
8 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
photo of all seniors and families
photo of senior and family
photo of senior and family
photo of senior and family
photo of senior and family
photo of senior and friends
photo of senior and family
Photo of senior and family
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 5-9th! Our teachers go above and beyond every day to support, guide, and inspire our students. Help us celebrate them by sending a thank-you note! Fill out the form by April 28th to share your appreciation: https://forms.gle/bESmWvQeZDdsi2Q4A. – ¡La Semana de Agradecimiento a los Maestros es del 6 al 10 de mayo! Nuestros maestros dan lo mejor de sí cada día para apoyar, guiar e inspirar a nuestros estudiantes. ¡Ayúdanos a celebrarlos enviándoles una nota de agradecimiento! Completa el formulario antes del 28 de abril para compartir tu aprecio: https://forms.gle/bESmWvQeZDdsi2Q4A.
9 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Umatilla School District. Send a teacher a thank you note! Fill out the form at this link https://forms.gle/bESmWvQeZDdsi2Q4A by April 28th to submit your message to let them know how much they're appreciated. Thank you for helping us recognize their hard work and dedication!
Distrito Escolar de Umatilla. Envíale una nota de agradecimiento a un Maestro! La Semana de agradecimiento a los maestros es del 5 al 9 de mayo! En honor a la Semana de Agradecimiento al Maestro, envíe una nota de agradecimiento! Nuestros maestros se esfuerzan a diario para inspirar, apoyar y guiar a nuestros estudiantes. Complete el formulario en este enlace https://forms.gle/bESmWvQeZDdsi2Q4A antes del 28 de abril para enviar su mensaje y hacerles saber cuánto lo apreciamos. Gracias por ayudarnos a reconocer su  arduo trabajo y dedicación!
Clara Brownell Middle School and Umatilla High School are having a secure and lock down drill today. This is only a drill, there is no emergency. – La Escuela Intermedia Clara Brownell y la Escuela Preparatoria Umatilla están realizando hoy un simulacro de cierre de emergencia. Esto es solo un simulacro, no es una emergencia.
13 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
The UHS Tennis Match against Stanfield this Friday, April 18th, has been canceled. – El partido de tenis de UHS contra Stanfield de este viernes 18 de abril ha sido cancelado.
14 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
📘 Hey UHS Parents! 🎉 There are just a handful of 2025 yearbooks left, and we don’t want your student to miss out on the memories! This year’s book is bigger and better than ever—packed with photos, stories, and highlights from across campus. It’s the perfect keepsake for students of all grade levels to remember the friends, moments, and milestones that made this year special. 💙✨ 📍 Yearbooks are currently $45 📍 Price increases after May 1st 📍 Available online or in person from Mrs. Lougee (Room 103) (link: https://yearbookordercenter.com/?event=general.displayLanding&jobnumber=14854) Students who preorder will also get an invite to our exclusive Yearbook Signing Party at the end of the school year! 🖊️🎉 Grab a copy while you still can—these books go fast! #UmatillaVikings #Yearbook2025
15 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Last Friday, staff from across our district came together for a fun night of Bingo! Thank you to everyone who joined in! – El viernes pasado, el personal de todo el distrito se reunió para una divertida noche de bingo. ¡Gracias a todos los que participaron!
19 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Photo of all staff participating
photo of Bingo Board
photo of prizes
photo of snacks
Photo of prizes
Staff member with a prize
Staff member with a prize
Staff member with a prize
Staff member with a prize
Staff member with a prize
Dear families, there will be no afterschool program on Thursday, April 10 and Friday, April 11 due to conferences. Conference times are: UHS & CBMS: April 10 from 3:00–5:00 PM & 5:30–7:00 PM April 11 from 12:30–3:00 PM MHES: April 10 from 1:15–8:00 PM April 11 from 8:15 AM–4:00 PM
21 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Today's UHS softball game against Heppner has been canceled. – El partido de softbol de UHS de hoy contra Heppner ha sido cancelado.
21 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Do you know an outstanding school board member who makes a difference in your school district, community college, or education service district? Nominate them for Oregon School Board Member of the Year! Nominations are open until June 1, 2025. https://www.osba.org/oregon-school-board-member-of-the-year/ – ¿Conoces a un miembro destacado de la junta escolar que marca la diferencia en tu distrito escolar, colegio comunitario o distrito de servicios educativos? ¡Nomínalo para el Miembro del Año de la Junta Escolar de Oregón! Las nominaciones están abiertas hasta el 1 de junio de 2025. https://www.osba.org/oregon-school-board-member-of-the-year/
22 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Introducing Umatilla High School's monthly newsletter — The Viking Voyage: Your UHS Update! Catch up on the latest from UHS, including upcoming events, student highlights, and more. Read it here: https://secure.smore.com/n/pc8gx – ¡Presentamos el boletín mensual de Umatilla High School — The Viking Voyage: Your UHS Update! Entérate de las últimas novedades de UHS, incluyendo eventos próximos, reconocimientos estudiantiles y más. Lee el boletín de este mes aquí: https://secure.smore.com/n/pc8gx
23 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Our high school robotics team, 4125 Confidential, is headed to the Pacific Northwest FIRST District Championships in Cheney, Washington! Good Luck, Vikings! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YxfyPRG2u5XId9N-8EkGdE3oBh8Qa0PV/view?usp=sharing – Nuestro equipo de robótica de la high school, 4125 Confidential, se dirige al Campeonato Distrital FIRST del Pacífico Noroeste en Cheney, Washington. ¡Buena suerte, vikings! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YxfyPRG2u5XId9N-8EkGdE3oBh8Qa0PV/view?usp=sharing
28 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Photo of robotics team
Conferences are coming up next week! Check below for conference times for each school. Umatilla High School and Clara Brownell Middle School Thursday, April 10th, from 3-5pm; 5:30-7pm Friday, April 11th, from 12:30pm - 3:00pm McNary Heights Elementary School: Parents, please check with the school or your child's teacher to find your scheduled conference time. Thursday, April 10th, from 1:15pm - 8:00pm Friday, April 11th, from 8:15am - 4:00 pm – ¡Las conferencias son la próxima semana! Consulta a continuación los horarios de cada escuela. El high school de Umatilla y Escuela Secundaria Clara Brownell Jueves, 10 de abril, de 3 a 5pm; de 5:30 a 7pm Viernes, 11 de abril, de 12:30 a 3:00pm Escuela Primaria McNary Heights: Padres, por favor, consulten con la escuela o con el maestro de su hijo/a para encontrar la hora de su conferencia. Jueves, 10 de abril, de 1:15 a 8:00pm Viernes, 11 de abril, de 8:15 a 4:00pm
28 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Parent Teacher Conferences! Thursday, April 10th, 2025 Friday, April 11th, 2025
Haven’t joined Rooms yet? Now’s the time! Parents and Guardians, Rooms in the Umatilla School District App is the easiest way to stay connected with your child’s teachers. You can send and receive messages, get classroom updates, and keep up with what’s happening at school—all in one place. If you haven’t signed up yet, check your text messages for an invite. Just follow the link to set up your login, then open the USD app and tap the toggle in the bottom right corner to access Rooms. Let’s stay connected—sign up today! – ¿Aún no te unes a Rooms? ¡Este es el momento! Padres y tutores, Rooms en la aplicación del distrito escolar es la manera más fácil de mantenerse en contacto con los maestros de sus hijos. Pueden enviar y recibir mensajes, recibir actualizaciones del salón y estar al tanto de lo que sucede en la escuela, todo en un solo lugar. Si aún no se han registrado, revisen sus mensajes de texto para encontrar una invitación. Solo sigan el enlace para crear su cuenta, luego abran la aplicación del distrito y toquen el ícono en la esquina inferior derecha para acceder a Rooms. ¡Conéctense hoy mismo!
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
Sign up for rooms using your cellphone number! Simply tap the link sent to you via text message and follow these steps. If you're a parent or guardian, you'll receive a text message inviting you to sign-up. Tap on the link to access your school's app. 2. After opening your school's app, look for the toggle on the bottom right corner and select rooms. 3. enter your cellphone number to receive a code. 4. enter the authentication code in the provided field. 5. Select My Notifications to see your newest Messages and Announcements
Regístrate en Rooms usando tu número de celular! Simplemente presiona el enlace que to enviamos por mensaje de texto y sigue estos pasos: 1. Si eres padre, madre, o tutor, recibirás un mensaje de texto invitándote a registrarte. Presiona el enlace para acceder a la aplicación de tu escuela. 2. Después de abrir la aplicación de tu escuela, busca los iconos en la esquina inferior derecha y selecciona Rooms. 3. Ingresa tu nûmero de celular para recibir un código. 4. Introduce el código de autenticación en el campo correspondiente. 5. Selecciona My Notifications para ver tus mensajes y anuncios más recientes.
The lunch menus for April are available! View them on our website: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/page/lunch-menus – ¡Ya están disponibles los menús de abril! Véalos en nuestro sitio web: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/page/lunch-menus
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
Last Wednesday, our juniors had the opportunity to hear from representatives of Oregon's eight public universities. They learned about admissions, campus life, various college programs, and had the opportunity to ask questions. – El miércoles pasado, nuestros juniors tuvieron la oportunidad de escuchar a representantes de las ocho universidades públicas de Oregón. Aprendieron sobre admisiones, la vida en el campus y diversos programas universitarios, y tuvieron la oportunidad de hacer preguntas.
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
Photo of Mrs. Lorence introducing all public universities
Photo of all juniors
Students meeting with Southern Oregon University
Students meeting with Oregon Tech
Students meeting with representative from Oregon State University
Students meeting with representatives from Portland State University
Students meeting with representative from Oregon State University Cascades
Students meeting with representative from University of Oregon
Students meeting with representative from Western Oregon University
Students meeting with representative from Eastern Oregon University
Join us in celebrating and recognizing our athletes who have earned All-District and All-State honors in winter sports at the Winter Sports Awards Night! It will take place this Wednesday, March 19, at 7 PM at Umatilla High School. – ¡Únase a nosotros para celebrar y reconocer a nuestros atletas que han obtenido los honores All-District y All-State en deportes de invierno en la Noche de Premios de Deportes de Invierno! Se llevará a cabo este miércoles 19 de marzo a las 7 PM en la high school de Umatilla.
about 1 month ago, Elizebeth Burres
Join us to celebrate athletes who have earned All-District and All-State honors at Winter Sports Awards Night 2025. Wednesday, March 19th, at 7pm at Umatilla High School