Westside Village Magnet School

End of Year Message from Wendy

Dear Westside Village Families,

Thank you for a fantastic year! Our students made huge progress in understanding and upholding dignity in each other and themselves. Our staff is very proud of the academic and social emotional progress the collective community has made. WVMS experienced fabulous peak moments this year—from a range of fun and innovative learning experiences.  

Our school is focused on Thematic, Project-Based Learning and our students have soared in exploring and learning about the untold stories. The knowledge students gained was astonishing. The students created incredible projects integrating the arts and sciences. Please read your child’s narrative; facilitators worked very hard on those and your child’s Benchmark Card. Copy of How to Read My Child’s Benchmark Card and Narrative

The number of parent and community volunteer hours at our school was incredible, led by our new Friends Board President, Becky Dorman.  Our giving campaign earned enough to provide new materials, supplies, treats, healthy snacks, and playground, art and science supplies.  Thank you!!

A big huge thank you goes out to our outstanding volunteers. We cannot continue to offer an educational program without our devoted volunteers. Many families and staff volunteered hours and gave up their free time to build our community. They are appreciated! Westside Village is looking forward to tapping into more of our family talent and time to continue to build a stronger Service-Learning focus in our community.

We know our students believe they can make a difference. They have the power and courage to create a better world and we have no doubt that they will succeed. We send out our best wishes for fun, success and happiness to our 8^th graders as they move on to a new stage of their lives. We can’t wait to hear about their adventures.

If you have questions or ideas to share, please email Wendy (Ms. J) at [email protected]. Wendy will be back at school the 3rd week of August. We want and love feedback and ideas to make our community stronger. 

We hope you have time this summer to get outside, hike, camp, play in the water, and relax. Have a fun-filled summer with reading, adventures, and time with family. 

Be safe, have fun and have an outstanding summer!  

Take Care, 

Wendy & WVMS Staff

How to Access Your Student’s Benchmark Card

Benchmark Cards/Report Cards are available in ParentVue. Please call the office if you’d like a paper copy mailed to you. How to read your student’s Benchmark Card.

Raffle Winners

Congrats to Benji, Aila and Alice! They were our lucky raffle winners!

Summer Lunch Options

Westside Village will be one of the sites for FREE Summer Student Meals!

Breakfast served from 8:15-8:45 and Lunch served from 11:00-11:45.

Summer Activity Guide

Click here for our Summer Activity Guide 2026!

News From Friends

Thank You for a Great School Year!

Friends of Westside Village is so grateful for our community and the support we’ve had throughout the school year. We wish all families a sunny and safe summer full of adventure and connection! See you in the fall!

Thanks, Parrilla!

We received $991 from Parrilla for our last-day Giveback! Thanks so much for participating and a BIG thank you to Parrilla!!

Important Dates:

Click here for the full WVMS School Year Calendar.

5th Grade Move Up & Welcome for New WVMS Elders, Jun 5

We are very excited to celebrate our 5th grade students moving up to middle school, aka becoming an Elder, during school on Friday, June 5th. (This event is for the students only, parents do not need to attend).

We’ll start at 8:30 for a pancake breakfast in the garden followed by a quest and treat. We will join the rest of the school’s activities after our festivities.

8th Grade Celebration, Jun 8

8th grade families, mark your calendars- it’s time to celebrate these wonderful students heading off to high school!  Monday, June 8th from 5:30 to 7:00, we invite you to join us for dinner and a celebration. Please RSVP to the office with the number attending..

Mystery Festival & 6th Six Week Celebration, Jun 9

Come be the audience for the students’ research and projects at our Mystery Festival on Tuesday, June 9th from 4:30-6:30!

As always, you’ll have an opportunity to connect with your student’s teachers and other families, enjoy a meal and some performances.

End of Year RAFFLES!

We have 3 great RAFFLES you can enter! All students will receive 1 free raffle ticket to put in the raffle jar of their choosing. Additional raffle tickets will be $2 each and can be purchased in the office with cash, check or card.

Raffle 1: Hayden Homes Amphitheater Package

• 2 General Admission tickets to a concert this season

• Clear crossbody concert bag

• Hayden Homes refillable Nalgene water bottle

Raffle 2: Cuppa Yo for Me & Three

• Trip to Cuppa Yo for you and three of your friends the last week of school

Raffle 3: Skateboard Package

• 4-pack skateboard lessons with Board House Society

• Board House Society swag bag

• Tactics skateboard

8th Grade Trip to Kah-Nee-Ta, Jun 10

We will visit the community of Warm Springs for our 8th grade trip this year. This day trip is a long standing tradition to celebrate their hard work and community friendships.The museum will be our first stop for a brief morning visit to learn about the indigenous cultures of the past. Next, we’ll visit Kahneeta Resort for a picnic lunch and afternoon fun at the water park. Kahneeta also offers mini-golf and other dry land games. On our way home we will stop for an early dinner at the food carts in Madras and return to school by 7:00pm. We will provide some snacks for the day and a sack lunch for students that request one.

Permission slips are coming home today and can be found here. The cost of this trip is $10 plus $20 cash for dinner. Payment can be made with cash, check or card in the office or online here.

Last Two Days of School Dismissal Times

Wednesday, June 10th will be a FULL school day; students will be dismissed at 3:35 pm. The last day of school, Thursday, June 11th, will be EARLY RELEASE; students will be dismissed at 2:05 pm.  There will be no after care on the last day of school this year.

End of Year Medication Pick Up

All medications must be picked up by a parent/guardian by the last day of school, Thursday, June 11th. Any medications not picked up will be discarded.

Come Get Your Lost & Found Items!

Starting on Monday and weather permitting, the lost and found will be outside until the end of the year.  Come by any time and take a look!  We will be donating any items not claimed by June 11th.

News From Friends

Summer Library Reading Kickoff Celebration

This Saturday, June 6th, from 10am-12noon, check out the public library’s summer reading kickoff at Alpenglow Park!

Line dancing, face painting, and community organizations sharing activities.

Summer with the Library Kickoff Event – Deschutes Public Library District

The School Support & Community Committee Wants to Hear From Families!

The SSC Committee, made up of fellow Westside parents, is gathering ideas and feedback from families to help shape what support and connection look like at Westside next year. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts using the link below by June 8th, and you’ll be entered to win a $25 gift certificate to Nancy P’s Bakery!

https://forms.gle/oeDqh3ksZ3yEFARhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfSzyAlz-3Skm1PXDeA0M9-jwMCy5BHYSMcXHkHiWI4eN6ffQ/viewformM7

Thank you! — The School Support and Community Committee, Friends of Westside Village

Friends of WVMS/Bend Parks Summer Camp

Westside summer programs are a partnership between Friends of Westside and Bend Parks and Rec.  Miss Lovely is our camp director. We are running 10 weeks of camp programs! Activity number 206510.

Please feel free to reach out to her directly for help with enrollment overrides.  If you need single day options, if camps are full, if age requirements need adjusting, or you need a Friends scholarship consideration if you are not eligible through the BPRD scholarship program.  Lovely can help you!  541-419-8478.  Happy Summer!

Community Give Back Day at Parrilla, Jun 11

Celebrate the last day of school with a meal that gives back! Parrilla is hosting a Community Give Back Day on Thursday, June 11th — 20% of every sale goes straight to Westside Village. Bring the family, skip the dishes, and make your dinner do double duty for the Village. Mark your calendars and spread the word!

Important Dates:

Click here for the full WVMS School Year Calendar.

5th Grade Move Up & Welcome for New WVMS Elders, Jun 5

We are very excited to celebrate our 5th grade students moving up to middle school, aka becoming an Elder, during school on Friday, June 5th. (This event is for the students only, parents do not need to attend).

We’ll start at 8:30 for a pancake breakfast in the garden followed by a quest and treat. We will join the rest of the school’s activities after our festivities.

8th Grade Celebration, Jun 8

8th grade families, mark your calendars- it’s time to celebrate these wonderful students heading off to high school!  Monday, June 8th from 5:30 to 7:00, we invite you to join us for dinner and a celebration. Please RSVP to the office with the number attending for your student by Monday, June 1st.

Mystery Festival & 6th Six Week Celebration, Jun 9 + RAFFLES!

Come be the audience for the students’ research and projects at our Mystery Festival on Tuesday, June 9th from 4:30-6:30!

As always, you’ll have an opportunity to connect with your student’s teachers and other families, enjoy a meal and some performances.

Plus… we have 3 great RAFFLES you can enter! All students will receive 1 free raffle ticket to put in the raffle jar of their choosing. Additional raffle tickets will be $2 each and can be purchased in the office with cash, check or card.

Raffle 1: Hayden Homes Amphitheater Package

• 2 General Admission tickets to a concert this season

• Clear crossbody concert bag

• Hayden Homes refillable Nalgene water bottle

Raffle 2: Cuppa Yo for Me & Three

• Trip to Cuppa Yo for you and three of your friends the last week of school

Raffle 3: Skateboard Package

• 4-pack skateboard lessons with Board House Society

• Board House Society swag bag

• Tactics skateboard

8th Grade Trip to Kah-Nee-Ta, Jun 10

We will visit the community of Warm Springs for our 8th grade trip this year. This day trip is a long standing tradition to celebrate their hard work and community friendships.The museum will be our first stop for a brief morning visit to learn about the indigenous cultures of the past. Next, we’ll visit Kahneeta Resort for a picnic lunch and afternoon fun at the water park. Kahneeta also offers mini-golf and other dry land games. On our way home we will stop for an early dinner at the food carts in Madras and return to school by 7:00pm. We will provide some snacks for the day and a sack lunch for students that request one.

Permission slips will come home next week. The cost of this trip is $10 plus $20 cash for dinner. Payment can be made with cash, check or card in the office and we will have a link available for payment soon.

Last Two Days of School Dismissal Times

Wednesday, June 10th will be a FULL school day; students will be dismissed at 3:35 pm. The last day of school, Thursday, June 11th, will be EARLY RELEASE; students will be dismissed at 2:05 pm.  There will be no after care on the last day of school this year.

End of Year Medication Pick Up

All medications must be picked up by a parent/guardian by the last day of school, Thursday, June 11th. Any medications not picked up will be discarded.

Come Get Your Lost & Found Items!

Starting on Monday and weather permitting, the lost and found will be outside until the end of the year.  Come by any time and take a look!  We will be donating any items not claimed by June 11th.

News From Friends

The School Support & Community Committee Wants to Hear From Families!

The SSC Committee, made up of fellow Westside parents, is gathering ideas and feedback from families to help shape what support and connection look like at Westside next year. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts using the link below by June 8th, and you’ll be entered to win a $25 gift certificate to Nancy P’s Bakery!

https://forms.gle/oeDqh3ksZ3yEFARhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfSzyAlz-3Skm1PXDeA0M9-jwMCy5BHYSMcXHkHiWI4eN6ffQ/viewformM7

Thank you! — The School Support and Community Committee, Friends of Westside Village

Friends of WVMS/Bend Parks Summer Camp

Westside summer programs are a partnership between Friends of Westside and Bend Parks and Rec.  Miss Lovely is our camp director. We are running 10 weeks of camp programs! Activity number 206510.

Please feel free to reach out to her directly for help with enrollment overrides.  If you need single day options, if camps are full, if age requirements need adjusting, or you need a Friends scholarship consideration if you are not eligible through the BPRD scholarship program.  Lovely can help you!  541-419-8478.  Happy Summer!

Community Give Back Day at Parrilla, Jun 11

Celebrate the last day of school with a meal that gives back! Parrilla is hosting a Community Give Back Day on Thursday, June 11th — 20% of every sale goes straight to Westside Village. Bring the family, skip the dishes, and make your dinner do double duty for the Village. Mark your calendars and spread the word!

Important Dates:

Click here for the full WVMS School Year Calendar.

Memorial Day Holiday, May 25

There is NO SCHOOL Monday, May 25th in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. We’ll see you back on Tuesday, May 26th!

Coast Trip, May 27-29

4th – 8th grade families: We are headed to the Oregon Coast May 27 – 29! The students will stay in Newport and meals will be at South Beach State Park (the group sites).

We love chaperones! Please fill out this chaperone interest form if you are interested in joining us. Most chaperones stay in a hotel in Newport or book a campsite at South Beach State Park (there could be some room at the group sites; let us know if you are interested).

We need all of the BLUE papers signed and returned ASAP. The cost is $225 this year.  Those that sold tickets, worked VRB, babysat, or helped after school received a credit voucher and should deduct that amount from $225 to get the total owed.  Feel free to call the office if you have questions or if you need a scholarship. Signed slips and money was due Weds, May 20th. Pay with cash, check or card in the office or online (enter your specific amount owed as a donation). Call the office if you need help with your amount owed.

Nurse Susan will be on site Friday, May 22nd and Tuesday, May 26th for medication drop off. Students may NOT carry their own medication. Please send only what your student will need for the trip in a pharmacy-labeled, non-expired bottle.

Coast Trip Letter & Packing List

Coast Trip Permission Slip

Coast Trip Med Letter

Coast Trip Kayaking Waiver

5th Grade Move Up & Welcome for New WVMS Elders, Jun 5

We are very excited to celebrate our 5th grade students moving up to middle school, aka becoming an Elder, during school on Friday, June 5th. (This event is for the students only, parents do not need to attend).

We’ll start at 8:30 for a pancake breakfast in the garden followed by a quest and treat. We will join the rest of the school’s activities after our festivities.

8th Grade Celebration, Jun 8

8th grade families, mark your calendars- it’s time to celebrate these wonderful students heading off to high school!  Monday, June 8th from 5:30 to 7:00, we invite you to join us for dinner and a celebration. Please RSVP to the office with the number attending for your student by Monday, June 1st.

Mystery Festival & 6th Six Week Celebration, Jun 9

Come be the audience for the students’ research and projects at our Mystery Festival on Tuesday, June 9th from 4:30-6:30!

As always, you’ll have an opportunity to connect with your student’s teachers and other families, enjoy a meal and some performances.

Youth Truth Family Summary and Feedback

Our school uses the Youth Truth Survey (family, staff and student) input to update our School Improvement Plan. Thank you for your participation! We’d love some additional feedback. Please think about your family’s experience at Westside Village and fill out this form. Thank you for your responses.

Last Two Days of School Dismissal Times

Wednesday, June 10th will be a FULL school day; students will be dismissed at 3:35 pm. The last day of school, Thursday, June 11th, will be EARLY RELEASE; students will be dismissed at 2:05 pm.  There will be no after care on the last day of school this year.

State Testing Continues

Students continue with state testing. Please make sure your student shows up to school well rested and with a charged iPad!

News From Friends

The School Support & Community Committee Wants to Hear From Families!

The SSC Committee, made up of fellow Westside parents, is gathering ideas and feedback from families to help shape what support and connection look like at Westside next year. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts using the link below by June 8th, and you’ll be entered to win a $25 gift certificate to Nancy P’s Bakery!

https://forms.gle/oeDqh3ksZ3yEFARhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfSzyAlz-3Skm1PXDeA0M9-jwMCy5BHYSMcXHkHiWI4eN6ffQ/viewformM7

Thank you! — The School Support and Community Committee, Friends of Westside Village

Friends of WVMS/Bend Parks Summer Camp

Westside summer programs are a partnership between Friends of Westside and Bend Parks and Rec.  Miss Lovely is our camp director. We are running 10 weeks of camp programs! Activity number 206510.

Please feel free to reach out to her directly for help with enrollment overrides.  If you need single day options, if camps are full, if age requirements need adjusting, or you need a Friends scholarship consideration if you are not eligible through the BPRD scholarship program.  Lovely can help you!  541-419-8478.  Happy Summer!

Community Give Back Day at Parrilla, Jun 11

Celebrate the last day of school with a meal that gives back! Parrilla is hosting a Community Give Back Day on Thursday, June 11th — 20% of every sale goes straight to Westside Village. Bring the family, skip the dishes, and make your dinner do double duty for the Village. Mark your calendars and spread the word!

Important Dates:

Click here for the full WVMS School Year Calendar.

Coast Trip, May 27-29

4th – 8th grade families: We are headed to the Oregon Coast May 27 – 29! The students will stay in Newport and meals will be at South Beach State Park (the group sites).

We love chaperones! Please fill out this chaperone interest form if you are interested in joining us. Most chaperones stay in a hotel in Newport or book a campsite at South Beach State Park (there could be some room at the group sites; let us know if you are interested).

Coast Trip information, permission slip packets and VRB credit vouchers came home last week. We need all of the BLUE papers signed and returned. The cost is $225 this year.  Those that sold tickets, worked VRB, babysat, or helped after school received a credit voucher and should deduct that amount from $225 to get the total owed.  Feel free to call the office if you have questions or if you need a scholarship. Signed slips and money are due no later than Weds, May 20th. Pay with cash, check or card in the office or online (enter your specific amount owed as a donation). Call the office if you need help with your amount owed.

Nurse Susan will be on site Friday, May 22nd and Tuesday, May 26th for medication drop off. Students may NOT carry their own medication. Please send only what your student will need for the trip in a pharmacy-labeled, non-expired bottle.

Coast Trip Letter & Packing List

Coast Trip Permission Slip

Coast Trip Med Letter

Coast Trip Kayaking Waiver

Youth Truth Family Summary and Feedback

Our school uses the Youth Truth Survey (family, staff and student) input to update our School Improvement Plan. Thank you for your participation! We’d love some additional feedback. Please think about your family’s experience at Westside Village and fill out this form. Thank you for your responses.

Mystery Festival & 6th Six Week Celebration, Jun 9

Come be the audience for the students’ research and projects at our Mystery Festival on Tuesday, June 9th from 4:30-6:30!

As always, you’ll have an opportunity to connect with your student’s teachers and other families, enjoy a meal and some performances.

Last Two Days of School Dismissal Times

Wednesday, June 10th will be a FULL school day; students will be dismissed at 3:35 pm. The last day of school, Thursday, June 11th, will be EARLY RELEASE; students will be dismissed at 2:05 pm.  There will be no after care on the last day of school this year.

State Testing Continues

Students continue with state testing. Please make sure your student shows up to school well rested and with a charged iPad!

2025-26 Oregon Statewide Tests (OSAS)

This school year our 3rd through 8th grade students will take the Oregon Statewide Tests. Parents have the right to opt their child out of the English Language Arts and/or the Math tests. We have made it a mission to be creative and smart about how we administer the OR Statewide Tests. We are not going to make students sit for hours at a time testing; we are going to offer them fun snacks, breaks when needed, and all the support we can give. We would like to take this opportunity to turn this challenge into a fun and meaningful experience. 

Here are links to the Annual Notice for Statewide Testing – this contains information about the testing and the Opt-Out Form.
OSAS Annual Notice and Opt-Out Form English 25-26
OSAS Annual Notice and Opt-Out Form español 25-26

If you have any questions about the test, please email Felicia at [email protected].

Naglieri Test

Every year, the Bend La Pine School District administers the Naglieri Test to all 2nd grade students as well as 3rd – 5th grade students new to the district. The Naglieri Nonverbal is a brief, nonverbal measure of general ability.

News From Friends

Friends of WVMS/Bend Parks Summer Camp

Westside summer programs are a partnership between Friends of Westside and Bend Parks and Rec.  Miss Lovely is our camp director. We are running 10 weeks of camp programs! Activity number 206510.

Please feel free to reach out to her directly for help with enrollment overrides.  If you need single day options, if camps are full, if age requirements need adjusting, or you need a Friends scholarship consideration if you are not eligible through the BPRD scholarship program.  Lovely can help you!  541-419-8478.  Happy Summer!

WVMS Giveback Night at Bend TEAL (Tea + Art Lounge), May 19

Former Westside teacher, Sarah Swoffer, has opened a fabulous new spot downtown Bend called TEAL (Tea + Art Lounge). She invites our community to visit her space where we can slow down, sip intentionally and reconnect with creativity. TEAL will donate 20% of food and beverage sales back to Friends of Westside Village!

Community Give Back Day at Parrilla, Jun 11

Celebrate the last day of school with a meal that gives back! Parrilla is hosting a Community Give Back Day on Thursday, June 11th — 20% of every sale goes straight to Westside Village. Bring the family, skip the dishes, and make your dinner do double duty for the Village. Mark your calendars and spread the word!

Important Dates:

Click here for the full WVMS School Year Calendar.

Coast Trip, May 27-29

4th – 8th grade families: We are headed to the Oregon Coast May 27 – 29! The students will stay in Newport and meals will be at South Beach State Park (the group sites).

We love chaperones! Please fill out this chaperone interest form and plan to attend a chaperone meeting on Monday, May 11 (one at 8:30am and one at 5:30pm, choose the one that’s best for you). Most chaperones stay in a hotel in Newport or book a campsite at South Beach State Park (there could be some room at the group sites; let us know if you are interested).

Coast Trip information, permission slip packets and VRB credit vouchers came home today. We need all of the BLUE papers signed and returned. The cost is $225 this year.  Those that sold tickets, worked VRB, babysat, or helped after school received a credit voucher and should deduct that amount from $225 to get the total owed.  Feel free to call the office if you have questions or if you need a scholarship. Signed slips and money are due no later than Weds, May 20th.

Coast Trip Letter & Packing List

Coast Trip Permission Slip

Coast Trip Med Letter

Coast Trip Kayaking Waiver

State Testing Has Started!

State testing began this week. Please make sure your student shows up to school well rested and with a charged iPad!

2025-26 Oregon Statewide Tests (OSAS)

This school year our 3rd through 8th grade students will take the Oregon Statewide Tests. Parents have the right to opt their child out of the English Language Arts and/or the Math tests. We have made it a mission to be creative and smart about how we administer the OR Statewide Tests. We are not going to make students sit for hours at a time testing; we are going to offer them fun snacks, breaks when needed, and all the support we can give. We would like to take this opportunity to turn this challenge into a fun and meaningful experience. 

Here are links to the Annual Notice for Statewide Testing – this contains information about the testing and the Opt-Out Form.
OSAS Annual Notice and Opt-Out Form English 25-26
OSAS Annual Notice and Opt-Out Form español 25-26

If you have any questions about the test, please email Felicia at [email protected].

Naglieri Test

Every year, the Bend La Pine School District administers the Naglieri Test to all 2nd grade students as well as 3rd – 5th grade students new to the district. The Naglieri Nonverbal is a brief, nonverbal measure of general ability.

News From Friends

Friends of WVMS/Bend Parks Summer Camp

Westside summer programs are a partnership between Friends of Westside and Bend Parks and Rec.  Miss Lovely is our camp director. We are running 10 weeks of camp programs! Activity number 206510.

Please feel free to reach out to her directly for help with enrollment overrides.  If you need single day options, if camps are full, if age requirements need adjusting, or you need a Friends scholarship consideration if you are not eligible through the BPRD scholarship program.  Lovely can help you!  541-419-8478.  Happy Summer!

WVMS Giveback Night at Bend TEAL (Tea + Art Lounge), May 19

Former Westside teacher, Sarah Swoffer, has opened a fabulous new spot downtown Bend called TEAL (Tea + Art Lounge). She invites our community to visit her space where we can slow down, sip intentionally and reconnect with creativity. TEAL will donate 20% of food and beverage sales back to Friends of Westside Village!

Important Dates:

Click here for the full WVMS School Year Calendar.

Family BBQ Lunch & Variety Show, May 7

Thursday, May 7th, families are invited to join their students for lunch and a Variety Show for our 5th Six Week Celebration from 12:00-2:00. Please bring your ID to sign in and arrive at 12:00 to allow time to sign in. Lunch will be served until 12:45.

We will pre-print name badges for those that RSVP, so you can skip that line. If you purchase online, that will count as your RSVP.

Price is $5.50 for adults and $3.50 for siblings. WVMS student meals will be free of charge, but any family attending will need to pay for their meal. Exact change is appreciated, or you can buy your meal online here.

Coast Trip, May 27-29

4th – 8th grade families: We are headed to the Oregon Coast May 27 – 29! The students will stay in Newport and meals will be at South Beach State Park (the group sites).

We love chaperones! We will be sending home more information and a form to sign up soon. Most chaperones stay in a hotel in Newport or book a campsite at South Beach State Park (there could be some room at the group sites; let us know if you are interested).

Coast Trip information, permission slip packets and VRB credit vouchers will be coming home soon. The cost is $225 this year.  Those that sold tickets, worked VRB, babysat, or helped after school will receive a credit voucher and should deduct that amount from $225 to get the total owed.  Feel free to call the office if you have questions or if you need a scholarship.

State Testing Has Started!

State testing began this week. Please make sure your student shows up to school well rested and with a charged iPad!

2025-26 Oregon Statewide Tests (OSAS)

This school year our 3rd through 8th grade students will take the Oregon Statewide Tests. Parents have the right to opt their child out of the English Language Arts and/or the Math tests. We have made it a mission to be creative and smart about how we administer the OR Statewide Tests. We are not going to make students sit for hours at a time testing; we are going to offer them fun snacks, breaks when needed, and all the support we can give. We would like to take this opportunity to turn this challenge into a fun and meaningful experience. 

Here are links to the Annual Notice for Statewide Testing – this contains information about the testing and the Opt-Out Form.
OSAS Annual Notice and Opt-Out Form English 25-26
OSAS Annual Notice and Opt-Out Form español 25-26

If you have any questions about the test, please email Felicia at [email protected].

Naglieri Test

Every year, the Bend La Pine School District administers the Naglieri Test to all 2nd grade students as well as 3rd – 5th grade students new to the district. The Naglieri Nonverbal is a brief, nonverbal measure of general ability.

News From Friends

Session 6 Care & Clubs Starts Monday, May 4

The new and LAST session of Extended Care and Clubs starts Monday, May 4th!  We have several new clubs this session; so many to choose from!  Sign up here!

New this session:

• Inline Skate Club
• Bee Club 
• Garden Club
• OBOB Book Club (Oregon Battle of the Books)

And we still have some of our favorites as well:

• Workout Club
• Culinary Club (also known as Baking Club)
• Lego Club
• Skateboard Club
• Boxing Club
• Rock Band
• Rock Drums

Also new this session is our new Care and Club Director, Berklee Sati and Lead, Chelsea Serletic.  Berklee will be the contact for any questions or concerns about Extended Care/Clubs and Chelsea will be on site to make sure programs are running smoothly.  Please email [email protected] or text 541-728-3609 with any questions.

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is May 4-8

Our teachers and staff show up for our kids every single day — time to show up for them. Friends of Westside is throwing a Beach Bash in the teachers’ lounge all week long: snacks, meals, a raffle, and the good vibes they absolutely deserve.

Here’s how you can help make it happen:

• Donate to the celebration → Link to Donate to Friends of Westside Village
• Drop off snacks or drinks starting 4/28 — think individually wrapped chips, cookies, jerky, nuts, crackers, candy, or canned/bottled drinks (soda, sparkling water, kombucha). → Link to Sign Up
• Bring a dessert on Friday, May 8 → Link to Sign Up

Here are some ways students can participate throughout the week:

• Bring a handmade card, artwork, or note of gratitude
• Gift a favorite snack
• Pick or buy flowers
• Gift a needed school supply to your teachers
• Offer a small act of kindness or encouragement
• Get creative! Show gratitude in your own way.

Let’s make it a week they won’t forget!

WVMS Giveback Night at Bend TEAL (Tea + Art Lounge), May 19

Former Westside teacher, Sarah Swoffer, has opened a fabulous new spot downtown Bend called TEAL (Tea + Art Lounge). She invites our community to visit her space where we can slow down, sip intentionally and reconnect with creativity. TEAL will donate 20% of food and beverage sales back to Friends of Westside Village!

Important Dates:

Click here for the full WVMS School Year Calendar.

Village Rhythm and Bingo!

Thanks to all that came out for VRB last night! We hope you had a great time; thanks for all your support. The kids had a great time and gained valuable work experience.

A special thank you to our AMAZING volunteers! We couldn’t do it without you!

SMILE! Spring Picture Day, Apr 28

Spring Picture Day is Tuesday, April 28th.  Picture forms wient home today.  This is an optional picture day; only those that return their forms or order online BEFORE picture day will be photographed. Order with QR code below or go to mydorian.com.

Family BBQ Lunch & Variety Show, May 7

Thursday, May 7th, families are invited to join their students for lunch and a Variety Show for our 5th Six Week Celebration from 12:00-2:00. Please bring your ID to sign in and arrive at 12:00 to allow time to sign in. Lunch will be served until 12:45.

Please RSVP so Ms. Jennae knows how much food to prepare. We will also pre-print name badges for those that RSVP, so you can skip that line. If you purchase online, that will count as your RSVP.

Price is $5.50 for adults and $3.50 for siblings. WVMS student meals will be free of charge, but any family attending will need to pay for their meal. Exact change is appreciated, or you can buy your meal online here.

State Testing Begins Soon!

State testing will begin next week. Please make sure your student shows up to school well rested and with a charged iPad!

2025-26 Oregon Statewide Tests (OSAS)

This school year our 3rd through 8th grade students will take the Oregon Statewide Tests. Parents have the right to opt their child out of the English Language Arts and/or the Math tests. We have made it a mission to be creative and smart about how we administer the OR Statewide Tests. We are not going to make students sit for hours at a time testing; we are going to offer them fun snacks, breaks when needed, and all the support we can give. We would like to take this opportunity to turn this challenge into a fun and meaningful experience. 

Here are links to the Annual Notice for Statewide Testing – this contains information about the testing and the Opt-Out Form.
OSAS Annual Notice and Opt-Out Form English 25-26
OSAS Annual Notice and Opt-Out Form español 25-26

If you have any questions about the test, please email Felicia at [email protected].

Naglieri Test

Every year, the Bend La Pine School District administers the Naglieri Test to all 2nd grade students as well as 3rd – 5th grade students new to the district. The Naglieri Nonverbal is a brief, nonverbal measure of general ability.

News From Friends

Earth Day Blue Bag Give Back Ends Sunday!

If you’ve ever considered collecting your refundable cans and bottles for a good cause, now is the time and Friends of Westside Village is your cause! Bottle Drop will give 20% more back to Friends of Westside Village April 15-26.

WVMS Giveback Night at Bend TEAL (Tea + Art Lounge), May 19

Former Westside teacher, Sarah Swoffer, has opened a fabulous new spot downtown Bend called TEAL (Tea + Art Lounge). She invites our community to visit her space where we can slow down, sip intentionally and reconnect with creativity. TEAL will donate 20% of food and beverage sales back to Friends of Westside Village!

Important Dates:

Click here for the full WVMS School Year Calendar.

VRB is Next Thursday, Apr 23

Click here for Important VRB Info for 4th-8th Graders! More information coming home soon (student jobs, times, expectations, etc).

What is VRB?

A 21+ fundraiser at the Unitarian Church — equal parts fun, food, and community. We’ve handled the kids (childcare + dinner at WVMS), so you can show up, let loose, and actually finish a sentence. Join us Thursday, April 23rd from 5:30-8:30!

Your $50 admission ticket includes: Dinner catered by Parrilla, one set of BINGO cards (5 games), one drink ticket, and childcare with dinner for the little ones at WVMS.

Add-on extra BINGO cards, raffle tickets, heads or tails necklaces & golden tickets online or at the event. We suggest bringing cash! Cards are accepted but cash is easy and fast!

5:30 PM — Doors open! Check in, mingle, grab a drink, snag your raffle tickets, extra BINGO cards, heads or tails necklaces and golden tickets.

6:00 PM — Dinner is served

6:30 PM — Game on! BINGO, raffle drawings throughout the night, a silly game of heads or tails and the BIG golden ticket reveal — one lucky winner takes home $500 cash! 

8:30 PM — Rock band closes out the night

Show up loud. Have a good time. Love your Village. 🖤

Click this link to purchase your admission ticket and add-on packages or individual items to make check-in at the event a breeze. Every dollar goes right back to the Village. Can’t go but want to support? Buy a “supporter ticket” aka, a donation to Friends of Westside Village.

Make sure you name the 4th-8th grader that you want to receive credit when purchasing admission and supporter tickets!

This event is for 21+ only. Childcare is provided at Westside Village Magnet School with ticket purchase

SMILE! Spring Picture Day, Apr 28

Spring Picture Day is Tuesday, April 28th.  Picture forms will go home soon.  This is an optional picture day; only those that return their forms or order online BEFORE picture day will be photographed. Order with QR code below or go to mydorian.com.

2025-26 Oregon Statewide Tests (OSAS)

This school year our 3rd through 8th grade students will take the Oregon Statewide Tests. Parents have the right to opt their child out of the English Language Arts and/or the Math tests. We have made it a mission to be creative and smart about how we administer the OR Statewide Tests. We are not going to make students sit for hours at a time testing; we are going to offer them fun snacks, breaks when needed, and all the support we can give. We would like to take this opportunity to turn this challenge into a fun and meaningful experience. 

Here are links to the Annual Notice for Statewide Testing – this contains information about the testing and the Opt-Out Form.
OSAS Annual Notice and Opt-Out Form English 25-26
OSAS Annual Notice and Opt-Out Form español 25-26

If you have any questions about the test, please email Felicia at [email protected].

Naglieri Test

Every year, the Bend La Pine School District administers the Naglieri Test to all 2nd grade students as well as 3rd – 5th grade students new to the district. The Naglieri Nonverbal is a brief, nonverbal measure of general ability.

News From Friends

Earth Day Blue Bag Give Back!

If you’ve ever considered collecting your refundable cans and bottles for a good cause, now is the time and Friends of Westside Village is your cause! Bottle Drop will give 20% more back to Friends of Westside Village April 15-26. We have blue bags ready to go- come pick one (or a few) up!

WVMS Giveback Night at Bend TEAL (Tea + Art Lounge), May 19

Former Westside teacher, Sarah Swoffer, has opened a fabulous new spot downtown Bend called TEAL (Tea + Art Lounge). She invites our community to visit her space where we can slow down, sip intentionally and reconnect with creativity. TEAL will donate 20% of food and beverage sales back to Friends of Westside Village!

NexTrex Recycling Challenge, Collect Your Plastic Bags!

We’re at 435 pounds and counting! Keep collecting! Take it to your local spot that recycles plastic bags and let me know the weight! Fred Meyer, Walmart, Safeway on Century all accept bags. Or you can bring them to school and we’ll take them.