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Principal’s Message<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dear Golden Eagle Families, <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It was nice seeing some of you last night at the menorah lighting. Chag sameach! Our students are psyched for the season. Spirits are high! That’s mostly a good thing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today we started decorating our holiday boxes and continued gathering cans for our Giving Plate canned food drive. We’re gearing up for our Winter Wonderland Assembly next Friday. Next week is Spirit Week!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Teachers are also doing some cool stuff in classes: studying local Native American tribes, starting book groups, working on the preterite verb form–learning never stops at PCMS!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I hope y’all have a great weekend with your families. It’s a beautiful time of year. Thanks for your community and partnership. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sean<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FREE! SafetyNet Family Night | Internet Safety Training<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join us at Pacific Crest Middle School<\/strong> from 5:30-8pm<\/strong> on Thursday, Jan 25th <\/strong>for a free dinner and internet safety training. The training covers internet safety, social media threats, cyberbullying, responsible parenting, identity theft, and hackers and scammers. Dinner begins at 5:30pm. Training begins at 6:00pm. Space is limited, so please register here<\/a><\/strong> early. (Note: Register for the waitlist, if prompted, in order to sign up to claim any released tickets and to show your interest in another potential event).<\/em> View training flyer here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is this event for<\/span>? This dinner and training is for parents or other caregivers of Bend-La Pine Schools students in grades 4-10. This training is intended for adults. Adults should use their discretion on whether to bring their teenager (13+). Children (3-12) will not be allowed due to the discussion of sensitive topics. (Limited child care may be available.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the training<\/span>? The training is SafetyNet<\/a>: Smart Cyber Choices\u00ae, which will be provided by KIDS Center<\/a>. You’ll learn how technology can be used in a safe, positive, and ethnical way and the tools you can use to safely manage online lives for both adults and children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Giving Plate Food Drive Ends Thursday, 12\/14<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our non-perishable food drive ends on Thursday, 12\/14. The advisory classroom that collects the most items will be awarded a prize on Friday. Click this flyer<\/a> for items needed. Students show take their non-perishable items to their advisory classrooms. The Giving Plate website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

OBOB! Calling All Book Warriors<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We’re reaching out to our amazing parent community because we need your superpowers to make the Oregon Battle of the Books (OBOB) a roaring success. Aside from the sheer joy of being surrounded by fantastic books and inspiring young minds, you’ll be an integral part of fostering a love for reading in our school community. Plus, the gratitude of countless book-loving hearts will be yours!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What’s OBOB<\/span>? The Oregon Battle of the Books is a thrilling literary competition that challenges our students to dive into a curated list of books, showcasing their reading prowess and teamwork skills. It’s a battle of wits, a celebration of stories, and a chance for our student readers to shine!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What do we need<\/span>? We are looking for 2-3 dedicated parents to share the work and take the lead to organize this fantastic event. If you’re passionate about books, love cheering on readers, and can muster up some organizational magic, we want you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What would it entail<\/span>? You would spearhead the planning and logistics of the OBOB competition. As well as, help students navigate the reading list, discuss plot twists, and build team camaraderie. Lastly, assist with the details\u2014scheduling, communication, and making sure the event day(s) go off without a hitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re up for the challenge please reach out to our Media Manager, Sarah Bolling, at 541-355-7834 or email at sarah.bolling@bend.k12.or.us<\/a>. Thank you for helping us fuel the passion for reading in our students!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lost & Found Reminder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is your student missing any personal items? Remind them to check the Lost & Found on a regular basis. We are coming upon the 2nd of the four days set aside throughout the school year to donate unclaimed lost and found items on Friday, 12\/15. PCMS is not responsible for unclaimed items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Winter Spirit Week<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n