Author Archives: Gary Defrang

There may be times you wish to group same grade-level students from different classes together, inside, for an intervention or activity. In the event you do, here are some to do’s- Please let the office know in advance.  This helps … Continue reading →

We are still struggling to fill the two, full-time educational assistant positions we have open. We have not had anyone apply for these jobs so if you know of anyone who might be interested, please encourage them to apply. Thanks … Continue reading →

Here comes the Read-A-thon! This is typically the largest PTO fundraiser of the year and your help communicating and promoting is appreciated! Here are the details from PTO. Flyers to share: #1 #2 College and Career Day 2021-On Friday, November … Continue reading →

Below is the final draft from our “Reimagining” work on Wednesday. Please let me know if you have any additional ideas or revisions. Our purpose at Lava Ridge is to welcome all students and families: We will challenge all students … Continue reading →

If you’re looking for a Veteran’s Day activity, here is one to consider: Honor Flight of Central Oregon is a local non-profit organization that fly’s WWII, Korean and Vietnam War Veterans to see their memorial in Washington DC.  On the return … Continue reading →

At arrival this morning one of our students who is hesitant some days to come into school was having a difficult time transitioning into the building. Three different staff members who were by the Main Entrance, recognized this and all … Continue reading →

Thursday is the first climate meeting of the year. The purpose of this meeting is for a group to meet and discuss what is going well at Lava Ridge, concerns people may have, and review upcoming events. The members of … Continue reading →

Breaking news! Conferences will be virtual. Families will have the choice of either meeting via Webex or discussing academic progress over the phone. A letter will be sent home next week that will include a way for families to communicate … Continue reading →

Welcome back Matthew Crawmer! The Transportation Department is not planning to do in-person bus evacuation drills this year. In lieu of this, we are being asked to watch this video with students by October 14. Thank you! The ICCL Team … Continue reading →

The Education Foundation is accepting applications for classroom impact grants. Here is information on the application process. This link will take you to the application. Here is an additional copy of the Staff Symptom Algorithm from the Staff Meeting Here … Continue reading →