Happy Thanksgiving! This is a reminder that the Umatilla School District will not have school from November 26 to November 28. School will resume on December 1.

¡Feliz Día de Acción de Gracias! Este es un recordatorio de que el Distrito Escolar de Umatilla no tendrá clases del 26 al 28 de noviembre. Las clases reanudarán el 1 de diciembre.

about 6 hours ago, Elizebeth Burres
Happy Thanksgiving! The Umatilla School District will have no school from November 26th to November 28th.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Umatilla High School’s Thanksgiving Feast!

¡Gracias a todas las familias que nos acompañaron en la Fiesta de Acción de Gracias de Umatilla High School!

1 day ago, Elizebeth Burres
photo of student with family
photo of student with family
photo of student with family
photo of student with family
photo of student with family
photo of student with family
photo of student with family
Last week, students in Mrs. Fritz’s Family & Consumer Science classes finished their homemade pumpkin pies with fresh whipped cream. Here’s a look at the fun in the kitchen: https://youtube.com/shorts/neNS9pkTWwc?feature=share

La semana pasada, los estudiantes de las clases de Ciencias de la Familia y del Consumidor de la Sra. Fritz terminaron sus pays de calabaza caseros con crema batida fresca. Aquí tienen un vistazo a lo que hicieron en la cocina: https://youtube.com/shorts/neNS9pkTWwc?feature=share
1 day ago, Elizebeth Burres
Our Drama Club did an AMAZING job at their performances last week! Thank you to everyone who came out and supported them!

We also want to give a special thank you to Mr. Sipe and students David Garcia, Efrain Garcia, Abrahan Garcia, and Jayden Perches for building the costume table for the play, and to all the UHS staff who helped make the production possible.

¡Nuestro Club de Teatro hizo un TRABAJO INCREÍBLE en sus presentaciones de la semana pasada! ¡Gracias a todas las personas que asistieron y los apoyaron!

También queremos dar un agradecimiento especial al Sr. Sipe y a los estudiantes David Garcia, Efrain Garcia, Abrahan Garcia y Jayden Perches por construir la mesa de vestuario para la obra, y a todo el personal de UHS que ayudó a hacer posible la producción.
1 day ago, Elizebeth Burres
students performing in the play
students performing in the play
students performing in the play
students performing in the play
students performing in the play
students performing in the play
students performing in the play
students performing in the play
Photo of one of the snacks FCCLA made
Photo of FCCLA and the snacks they made for the production
After-school buses are running behind schedule today. We apologize for the delay and appreciate your patience. - Los autobuses después de la escuela están retrasados hoy. Pedimos disculpas por el inconveniente y agradecemos su paciencia.
4 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Winter sports parent meetings for Umatilla High School will be held on November 25. The basketball meeting will take place after the Blue & Orange game, which starts at 5:00 pm. The wrestling meeting will begin at 5:00 pm.

Las reuniones de padres de los deportes de invierno de Umatilla High School se llevarán a cabo el 25 de noviembre. La reunión de baloncesto se llevará a cabo después del juego Blue & Orange, que comienza a las 5:00 pm. La reunión de lucha comenzará a las 5:00 pm.
4 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Umatilla High School Winter Sports Parent Meetings & Annual Blue/Orange Game November 25th, 2025 Blue & Orange game begins at 5:00 pm Basketball meetings begins after Blue/Orange game Wrestling Meeting starts at 5:00 pm
Families, here is an informational flyer about head lice—what to look for and how to treat it. https://aptg.co/HTtMb4

Familias, aquí tienen un folleto informativo sobre los piojos—qué buscar y cómo tratarlos. https://aptg.co/HTtMb4
4 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Head Lice What you need to know What are head lice? Head lice are tiny wingless insects that live on the scalp and feed on human blood. They do not spread disease are not a sign of poor hygiene. Signs and symptoms itchy scalp (may take weeks to appear), tickling feeling or sensation of movement in the hair, red bumps or sores from scratching, visible nits (eggs) near the scalp, especially behind ears and at the nape of the neck trouble sleeping (lice are more active at night) treatment 1. use an over-the-counter Lice treatment follow instructions carefully 2. comb out nits use a fine-tooth nit comb on wet hair section hair and comb thoroughly repeat daily for at least a week 3 repeat treatment most products require a  second application 7-10 days later 4. clean household items washing bedding, hats, and clothes in hot water, dry on high heat vacuum sofas, car seats, and carpets prevention tips avoid head to head contact don't share combs hats, headphones, or hair accessories keep long hair tied back do regular scalp checks returning to school children to not need to be sent home early for head lice they can return to school after starting treatment be sure to do a scalp check of all members in the household if you need resources of have questions please feel free to contact the school nurse. Nurse Tamara Bow: CBMS/UHS bowt@umatillasd.org Nurse Trista Tovey: MHES/CVI toveyt@umatillasd.org learn more: https://www.cdc.gov/lice/about/head-lice.html
piojos: lo que los padres deben saber Qué son los piojos? los piojos son insectos diminutos y sin alas que viven en el cuero cabelludo y se alimentan de sangre humana. No propagan enfermedades y no son un signo de mala higiene signos y síntomas picazón en el cuero cabelludo (puede tardar semanas en aparecer) sensación de cosquilleo o sensación de movimiento en el cabello protuberancias rojas o llagas por rascarse liendres visibles (huevos) cerca del cuero cabelludo, especialmente detrás de las orejas y en la nuca problems para dormir (los piojos son más activos por la noche) Paso del tratamiento 1 use un tratamiento para piojos de venta libre siga las instrucciones cuidadosamente 2 peinar las liendres use un peine para liendres de dientes finos sobre el cabello mojado secciona bien el cabello y peina bien repita diariamente durante al menos una semana 3 repetir el tratamiento la mayoría de los productos requieren una segunda aplicación de 7 a 10 días después 4 artículos domésticas limpios lave la ropa de cama, los sombreros y la ropa con agua caliente secar a fuego alto aspire sofás, asientos de automóvil y alfombras consejos de prevención evite el contacto de cabeza a cabeza no comparta peines, sombreros, auriculares ni accesorios para el cabello mantén el cabello largo recogido realice controles regulares del cuero cabelludo, especialmente durante los brotes. Regreso a la escuela no es necesario enviar a los niños a casa antes de tiempo por los piojos pueden regresar a la escuela después de comenzar el tratamiento asegúrese de revisar el cuero cabelludo de todos los miembros del hogar. Si necesita recursos o tiene preguntas, no dude en comunicarse con la enfermera de la escuela. Enfermera Tamara Bow CBMS/UHS bowt@umatillasd.org Enfermera Trista Tovey MHES/CVI toveyt@umatillasd.org para obtener más información, visite: https://www.cdc.gov/liice/about/head-lice.html
Congratulations to all our athletes who earned All-League honors this fall! View the full list here: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2554225

Congratulations to all our athletes who earned All-League honors! View the full list here: https://www.umatilla.k12.or.us/article/2554225
8 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Photo of volleyball athletes who earned All League Honors
Photo of football athletes who earned All League Honors
Photo of Boys Soccer Athletes who earned All League Honors
Photo of girls soccer athletes who earned All  League Honors
Afterschool buses ran behind schedule today. We apologize for the delay. If you have any questions, please reach out to MidCo at 541-567-0551.

Los autobuses de afterschool llegaron tarde hoy. Pedimos disculpas por el retraso. Si tiene alguna pregunta, puede comunicarse con MidCo al 541-567-0551.
8 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
The City will be utilizing inmate work crews in the downtown area through December. Please remind students not to approach them. Thank you!
9 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Photo of worker doing yard work
Each month, our board room features a display of student artwork! UHS art teacher Mrs. Silver brings in pieces created by her students for everyone attending the School Board meeting to enjoy. Here’s a peek at this month’s display.

Cada mes, nuestro salón de juntas presenta una exhibición de obras de arte estudiantiles. ¡La maestra de arte de UHS, Mrs. Silver, trae piezas creadas por sus estudiantes para que quienes asisten a la reunión de la junta escolar puedan disfrutarlas! Aquí tienen un vistazo a la exhibición de este mes.
11 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Student art work on display in board room
Student art work on display in board room
Student art work on display in board room
Student art work on display in board room
Concessions will be available at the Drama Club’s play next week! They’ll be performing “12 Angry Jurors”, a play in three acts by Sherman L. Sergel, adapted from the television show by Reginald Rose. Check out their themed menu below. Showings are November 20–22, with concessions open from 6:30 to 7:00 pm before the play begins. Come early to grab a snack!

Habrá concesiones disponibles en la obra del Club de Teatro la próxima semana. Presentarán 12 Angry Jurors, una obra en tres actos de Sherman L. Sergel, adaptada del programa de televisión de Reginald Rose. Consulta el menú temático a continuación. Las funciones serán del 20 al 22 de noviembre, y las concesiones estarán abiertas de 6:30 a 7:00 pm antes de que comience la obra. ¡Llega temprano para disfrutar un bocadillo!
12 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Drama Production 12 Angry Jurors Concessions Menu Popcorn $1 Soda $2 Gavel $3 - Marshmallows and Oreos Covered in Chocolate Water $1 12 Angry Cookies $4 - Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies Justice Served Cold $4 Italian Soda with your choice of flavored cream, and whipped cream Cash only
We are grateful to the veterans in our community and beyond who have served our country. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Estamos agradecidos con los veteranos de nuestra comunidad y de todo el país que han servido a nuestro país. Gracias por su servicio y sacrificio.
14 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Veterans Day honoring all who served
Good luck in the quarterfinals, Lady Vikings! Our girls soccer team takes on Creswell tomorrow at 12 pm in Creswell. View their community send off here: https://youtu.be/2hjdxl_aMao.

Watch the game live on the NFHS Network: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/creswell-high-school-creswell-or/gam44f3d17ed3 (subscription may be required)

¡Buena suerte en los cuartos de final, Lady Vikings! Nuestro equipo de fútbol femenil jugará contra Creswell mañana a las 12 pm en Creswell. Mira su despedida comunitaria aquí: https://youtu.be/2hjdxl_aMao

Mira el partido en vivo en NFHS Network: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/creswell-high-school-creswell-or/gam44f3d17ed3 (puede requerir una suscripción).
18 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Parent-teacher conferences are happening today and tomorrow! / ¡Las conferencias de padres y maestros se llevan a cabo hoy y mañana!

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
Thursday, November 6, from 3:30–7:00 PM
Friday, November 7, from 12:30–3:00 PM

Clara Brownell Middle School
Thursday, November 6, from 3:30–5:00 PM and 5:30–7:00 PM
Friday, November 7, from 12:30–3:00 PM

Columbia Vista Intermediate School
(Drop-in conferences for 6th grade only / Conferencias sin cita previa solo para sexto grado)
Thursday, November 6, from 1:15–8:00 PM
Friday, November 7, from 8:20 AM–4:00 PM
20 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Parent Teacher Conferences! Thursday, November 6th, 2025 Friday, November 7th, 2025 Umatilla School District
Don't forget! Tickets for the Thanksgiving Feasts are available for purchase today, November 5th, at the Umatilla School District office from 4:00–6:00 pm. Attached are lunch times for the feasts.

¡No lo olviden! Los boletos para las Fiestas de Acción de Gracias estarán disponibles para comprar hoy, 5 de noviembre, en la oficina del Distrito Escolar de Umatilla de 4:00 a 6:00 pm. Adjunto encontrará los horarios de almuerzo para las Fiestas.
20 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Umatilla School District Thanksgiving Feast McNary Heights Elementary School Thursday, November 20th, 2025 3rd Grade Lunch 11:05 am Kinder Lunch 11:25 am 1st Grade Lunch 11:45 am 2nd Grade Lunch 12:05 pm Columbia Vista Intermediate School Wednesday November 19th 2025 5th Grade Lunch 10:45 am 6th Grade lunch 11:26 am 4th Grade Lunch 12:10 pm Clara Brownell Middle School 1st lunch 11:17 am 2nd Lunch 12:06 pm Umatilla High School 1st Lunch 11:17 am 2nd Lunch 12:06 pm
Our girls soccer team is on to the quarterfinals! ⚽️ They’ll face Creswell this Saturday, November 8, at 12:00 pm at Creswell High School.

Tickets are available online or can be purchased at the gate (cash only). View the flyers attached for game day details like parking, seating, and maps.

¡Nuestro equipo de fútbol femenil avanza a los cuartos de final! ⚽ ️ Se enfrentarán a Creswell este sábado, 8 de noviembre, a las 12:00 pm en Creswell High School.

Los boletos están disponibles en línea o se pueden comprar en la entrada (solo en efectivo). Vea los folletos adjuntos para ver los detalles del día del partido, como estacionamiento, asientos y mapas.
20 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Umatilla Girls Soccer State Playoffs Umatilla vs Creswell November 8, 2025 12:00 pm at Creswell High School 33390 Niblock Lane, Creswell, OR Tickets available online or at the gate (cash only): $10 Adults $6 Students
Game Day: Soccer 11/8/25 @ 12:00 pm Creswell High School Attention Please visiting team bench is on South sideline visiting team warms up on West end of the field Visiting side of bleachers are on the West side Tickets available via Hometown ticketing & at the gate No Credit Card Reader for tickets available, cash accepted $10 Adults $6 Students No League passes Concessions stand will not be open Field Location Creswell High School 33390 Niblock Lance Creswell, OR 97426 Creswell High School vs. Umatilla Game Host: Kyle Kordon, AP/AD: 458-331-0044 Water: can fill team water dispensers on side of concessions - ask for assistance Locker Room: The Weight Room is available for you to use as a locker room space. It is spacious and has private bathrooms. Contact the Host upon arrival to be let in. Athletic Trainer: We have a trainer on site Timeline: 11:00-11:40 am - Warm up & Pre-game announcements  11:50 Starting lineups 11:55 National Anthem 12:00 pm Kick off Field Surface: Turf Bus Drop off Zone/Parking Drop off Zone: South-East Corner of School (see map) Bus parking: South-East Corner of lot behind school (see map) questions or concerns: Kyle Kordon - (458) 331-0044 kkordon@creswell.k12.or.us
Creswell High School Map of overflow parking, weight room, concessions, restrooms, bus parking/drop off visitors side of stands visitors warm up visitors bench home bench
photo of stands with location of visitors seating, home seating, and concessions
At this field we cheer for our athletes support our coaches stay off the officials respect our opponent go bulldogs! anyone not able to follow these guidelines may be asked to leave the field
Good luck today, Lady Vikings! Our girls soccer team takes on Echo/Stanfield tonight in the second round of the state playoffs at Columbia Vista Intermediate School at 5:00 pm. Come out and cheer on our Vikings! Here’s a video of their Community Send-Off: https://youtu.be/VjGTdEhjAi0

¡Buena suerte hoy, Vikings! Nuestro equipo de fútbol femenil se enfrenta a Echo/Stanfield esta noche en la segunda ronda de los playoffs estatales en Columbia Vista Intermediate School a las 5:00 pm. ¡Vengan a apoyar a nuestras Vikings! Aquí hay un video de su despedida comunitaria: https://youtu.be/VjGTdEhjAi0
21 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Each year, Umatilla High School sets up an ofrenda for Día de Muertos so students and staff can honor their loved ones. Yesterday, students had the opportunity to listen to traditional songs sung by Gabby Padilla at the ofrenda during lunch. Thank you, Gabby, for continuing this tradition with our students.

Cada año, Umatilla High School instala una ofrenda por el Día de Muertos para que estudiantes y personal honren a sus seres queridos. Ayer, los estudiantes tuvieron la oportunidad de escuchar canciones tradicionales cantadas por Gabby Padilla en la ofrenda durante el almuerzo. Gracias, Gabby, por continuar esta tradición con nuestros estudiantes.
21 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Photo of the Ofrenda
Photo of Gabby singing to the ofrenda
Join us for a special Thanksgiving Feast with your student! Tickets will be available for purchase on Wednesday, November 5, from 4:00–6:00 PM at the Umatilla School District Office. A limited number of tickets will also be available at the schools during parent-teacher conferences. More information can be found on the attached flyers.

¡Acompáñenos a una Fiesta de Acción de Gracias especial con su estudiante! Los boletos estarán disponibles para comprar el miércoles 5 de noviembre, de 4:00 a 6:00 pm, en la Oficina del Distrito Escolar de Umatilla. También habrá una cantidad limitada de boletos disponibles en las escuelas durante las conferencias de padres y maestros. Puede encontrar más información en los folletos adjuntos.
22 days ago, Elizebeth Burres
Umatilla School District Thanksgiving Feast Tickets on Sale! Wednesday November 5th 4PM-6PM @ the District Office 1001 Sixth Street. Limited tickets will be available at the school during parent teacher conferences. Adults $5 (non school age) children $2 Cash Only. McNary Heights Elementary Thursday, November 20th, 2025. Columbia Vista Intermediate Wednesday November 19th, 2025. Clara Brownell Middle School Tuesday, November 25th, 2025. Umatilla High School Monday, November 24th, 2025. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Distrito escolar de Umatilla Fiesta de Acción de Gracias. Entradas a le Venta! Miércoles 5 de noviembre de 16:00 a 18:00 en la oficina del distrito calle sexta 1001. Se dispondrá de entradas limitadas en los colegios durante las reuniones de padres y profesores. Adultos $5 (niños no escolares) $2 solo efectivo. Escuela Primaria McNary Heights Jueves 20 de Noviembre de 2025. Escuela Intermedia Columbia Vista Miércoles 19 de noviembre de 2025. Escuela Secundaria Clara Brownell Martes 25 de noviembre de 2025. Escuela Secundaria Umatilla Lunes 24 de noviembre de 2025. Esta institución es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.