April 5, 2024

Posted on April 5, 2024 by Sean Keating

Principals’ Hello

Dear Golden Eagle families,

Happy sunny Friday!

On Monday, we have two important policies we will start to implement. The first is our new iPad expectations. No longer will iPads be the default learning tool at PCMS. We will use paper and pencil whenever possible in all of our classes. Students will also store their iPads on a special iPad shelf in each classroom. (Our math instruction will still, primarily, run through two programs on the iPad.)

The second policy is our new district-wide ban on e-bikes and e-scooters on all Bend-La Pine school campuses for any student under 16 years of age. (See the latest Bend-La Pine Family Spotlight for more info.) After our many advisory lessons and community messages, and after many concerned emails and phone calls from the community, we are pleased this policy will soon take effect. This is a public safety issue, and this policy parallels state law and plain common sense around e-bike and e-scooter ridership.

Remember we have no school Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday next week. Wednesday night is open-house-style conferences 4:00-8:00 PM (with a 5:00-5:45 PM dinner break for teachers), and Thursday is by appointment only. Because of the limited number of slots we can offer on Thursday, we ask that you reserve these appointments for students who need the most support.

If your student is earning 3’s and 4’s, your student is demonstrating grade level proficiency, and there’s no need to conference with the teacher at this time. Of course, teachers are available to address any questions or concerns you might have throughout the school year.

Finally, thank you to all of you who’ve emailed, called, or attended the parent-principal coffees this school year. Your voice has made a difference in the running of this school, and I appreciate you.

7th & 8th Forecasting Message from PCMS Counseling Team

We are excited to begin 7th and 8th grade forecasting for next year! Students will be selecting electives with their counselor via their iPad, but we encourage parent involvement. When you have a moment, please review the information below with your student to prepare them for forecasting with their counselor the week of April 15. The following forms are for reference only; please do not fill forms out. Thank you for your support.

Important Message | Student Early Release

If your student needs to be released early from school, it is critical that you contact the Attendance Office at least 30 minutes before you need your student released. Email [email protected] or call 541-355-7820 and leave a message. Rest assured your message will get picked up within several minutes and a note will be delivered to your student. If you call the main office you will be transferred to the attendance message line and the above process will take place.

If you require your student to be released within 30 minutes, please visit the attendance window to make your request. Thank you.

From Nurse Oliver | Baseline Concussion Testing

Did you know concussions are the second leading cause of childhood accidents after car accidents? We’ve seen a LOT of concussions among our Pacific Crest students this year, with 5 new concussions in March alone. Baseline concussion testing can help reduce the risk of second impact syndrome, a devastating and potentially fatal condition that results from sustaining a second concussion before the first injury has healed. Next Friday, April 12, the Center Foundation is offering group baseline concussion testing for students aged 12 and up who have not had a baseline test in the past two years. There is a fee for the test and an appointment is required. Please visit The Center Foundation’s website for more information: https://www.centerfoundation.org/concussion-baseline-testing/

Mark your Calendar | Family Event Night | “Helping You Help Your Child”

Join us on Thursday, April 18 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Pacific Crest Middle School

Pacific Crest Middle School is partnering with Dr. Amy Yillik from Culture of Care and the Healthy Schools program to help you help your child be a more successful student!  Amy has over 30 years of experience helping teens, pre-teens, and the adults that love them.  She will share strategies for improving communication, navigating big feelings, promoting attendance, and dealing with conflict and other challenging behaviors. 

Join us for an evening of learning, connecting with other families, light refreshments, and raffle prizes. This is a FREE event, but registration is required for entry.  More about this event here!

PCCO Message: Pasta Staff Dinner Sign-ups

Let’s have a pasta night! To support our staff during parent-teacher conferences, we are providing dinner on Wednesday, April 10th at 5:00 PM. You may drop non-perishable donations to the office anytime between now and then. Perishable food can be dropped off Wednesday before 4:30. Crockpots and other dishes can be picked up after 6:00 PM or the following day from the lobby area.

Click here to sign up NOW

Lost & Found

The unclaimed lost and found items will be donated on Friday, April 12. This will give parents and guardians the opportunity to take a look for and claim “missing items” that belong to your student during next week’s conference days.

Interested in Volunteering?

Honestly, we can’t do it all without community support. If you are interested in volunteering and you are not cleared to do so, please see the below QR codes for more info. When cleared to volunteer, you will have a cleared status for two years from the date you are cleared. Volunteer opportunities are list below. Thank you in advance!

Volunteer for Athletics!

We host 2 home meets this season, which requires A LOT (24+) of volunteers. If you are interested in helping as a parent volunteer, please complete this form and our PCMS Athletics office will contact you. Thank You!

Current Volunteer Opportunities

Summit High School Dance Team

Interested in learning more about the Summit Dance Team? The Summit Dance team is holding open practices and information nights EVERY Thursday from 4-5pm in Room B214 at Summit until the end of May. This is open to all rising Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors. Dance tryouts are June 3 & 4 so come learn more about the dance team and see what it’s all about. No dance experience necessary. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]. Bring a friend or two. Hope to see you there!

Calendar of Events | Mark your Calendar

  • April 9 | 8th Grade Career Day | 9:00 – 11:00 AM
  • April 10 – 12 | Conferences | NOTE! No School for Students all 3 days
  • April 24 | PCMS Track & Field Home Meet | 3:15 PM – 7:00 PM
  • May 27 | Memorial Day | School Holiday
  • May 30 | 5th Grade Family Night | 6:00 – 8:00 PM
  • June 12 | School in Session all day | 8:50 AM – 3:45 PM
  • June 14 | NEW DATE! 8th Grade Promotion to High School | Leaving the Nest
  • June 18 | Last Day of School | Released at 2:15 PM

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