Hello Westside Village Families!
Here are a few things to look out for this week:
Important Dates:
Dec 22-Jan 2: NO SCHOOL, Winter Break
Jan 5: Choice Options Lottery and ACR Opens
Jan 19: NO SCHOOL, MLK, Jr. Holiday
Jan 19: MLK Day of Service, 9-12
Jan 30: NO SCHOOL, Teacher Work Day/End of Semester
Click here for the full WVMS School Year Calendar.
Bus Routes Changing Jan 5
We are excited to let our families know that we have been working with the transportation department to get new routes for our students in the mornings. These routes will be much more convenient; morning bus riders will arrive to school around 8:30am. Morning care will no longer be necessary for bus riders and families will need to sign up if they need it. The transportation department will be communicating the new routes with families in the coming weeks.
If your student does not currently ride the bus but think you might be interested with the new, later pickup times, you can register here!
Youth Truth Survey
We will be asking your child to participate in the YouthTruth Student Survey in January. The YouthTruth Student Survey is a nationally recognized survey used in hundreds of schools and districts across the country, surveying hundreds of thousands of students. The confidential survey asks students about their experiences in the school and with their teachers, including how engaged they are at school, the rigor of their coursework, and their preparedness for the future. Our school, other schools, and researchers may use such information for developing plans to help schools and teachers improve. For information about this survey, please visit https://youthtruth.org, or speak to a school administrator.
Although we want to hear from all students, participation in this survey is voluntary. Please be aware that under federal law, you have the right to review a copy of the questions asked of your child. If you would like to do so, you can view a copy of the survey at school. You can opt your student out by filling out this form.
Cell Phones: Off and Away All Day
Starting January 1, 2026, all Oregon K-12 public schools, including those in Bend-La Pine, must fully implement a statewide policy (Executive Order 25-09) banning student cell phone use during the entire school day (“bell-to-bell”) to boost focus and mental health.
Parking/Parking Lot Reminders
SLOW DOWN, please! Reminder that we have children crossing at dropoff, pickup, and even during school. Please be mindful of your speed in and around our parking lot.
One Way! Reminder that our drive is one way; enter from 13th and exit onto 12th.
Parking on Lexington– let’s be considerate of our lovely neighbors. If possible, please do not park on the opposite side of Lexington, only the school side. Some of our neighbors don’t have driveways to park in; the street is their parking. They help keep our grounds and garden clean and tidy; let’s keep them happy!
NO SCHOOL Days in December/January
Dec 22-Jan 2:
NO SCHOOL for Winter Break. We hope you are able to enjoy some time with your loved ones, rest, and get outside in nature.
Friends of WVMS is offering camp for these days (excluding Dec 25, 26, 31 and Jan 1). Sign up through Bend Parks and Rec!
Jan 19:
NO SCHOOL for the MLK, Jr. holiday.
Friends of WVMS is offering camp on this day. Sign up through Bend Parks and Rec!
Jan 30:
NO SCHOOL for Teacher Work Day.
Friends of WVMS is offering camp on this day. Sign up through Bend Parks and Rec!
The Village Voice Podcast
Some of our very own Westside Elders have been hard at work making their own podcast! Give it a listen and find out what student life is like at Westside Village! The Village Voice Podcast
News From Friends
Want to Get Involved? Join a Committee!
Fill out this form if you’d like to join a committee!
Snack and Classroom Supply Donations
Link to Amazon Wishlist, Snacks. Link to Amazon Wishlist, Supplies.
