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Hello Westside Village Families!
Here are a few things to look out for this week:

Happy Eclipse Day!

Our students and staff enjoyed the eclipse safely this morning. Thank you to Ms. Lovely and the Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory for the glasses!

VRB Tickets are on Sale Now!

This year we are selling VRB tickets online at www.friendsofwestside.com. Tickets are $45.  Your ticket includes dinner, dessert, two drinks, and babysitting at Westside for the kids!  Bingo cards, raffle tickets and additional drinks can be purchased at the event.

This fundraiser teaches our Olders and Elders about work ethic by allowing them to participate during the event by serving, hosting, selling tickets, babysitting, and more. Older and Elder students will need to fill out a job application, create a resume, write a cover letter and interview for the job(s). Staff will support students in this process. “Funds earned” will go towards your student’s annual coast trip cost. Applications and resumes are due April 5th and interviews will be on April 8th and 9th.  The coast trip is May 29-31.

What is VRB?

Our annual fundraiser, Village Rhythm and Bingo (VRB), is right around the corner! 

Staff, students, volunteers, and Friends of Westside Village have been working hard to make this a memorable event with good food, a variety of beverages, dessert, raffle prizes and, of course, bingo! 

While this is an event for the adults, free babysitting at the school is included with ticket purchase and is a great time for the kids!  Babysitting begins at 5:00 at Westside Village and ends right after event, around 8:45.

Tickets are $45 each. This is not a cash only event, however we strongly encourage people to bring cash if possible. Buy your ticket online at www.friendsofwestside.com or in the office.

Please note, there are a handful of gifted tickets available at the office if the cost of the event is a barrier for your family. In addition, there are supporter tickets available if you would like to support the event and are unable to attend. Any amount is welcome for supporter donations and can be paid online or in the office.

We are really looking forward to bringing our community together for some fun. A big thank you to everyone that helps make this event possible, and to our amazing Westside Community.

Non School Day Camp Apr 10-12

There is NO SCHOOL April 10-12 for district conferences (Westside has already had conferences, but school is still closed these days).  Friends of Westside Village offers non school day camps at Westside Village.  Visit Bend Parks and Rec to sign up!  Westside Village Camp is Activity #106510.

Have Storage Space?

Dear Families and Friends, 

Our 8th grade play is going to be performed at Westside this year.  We are in need of storage of 3 large leather couches from around April 15th until June 17.  We can deliver and pick up. 

 Please contact Lovely if you can help us out.  541-419-8478   [email protected]

Get a Blue Bag and Save Your Cans!

Did you know there is a super easy way to support Friends of Westside Village and our school?  Ask for a blue bag in the office and we’ll give you a bag to save your refundable cans and bottles in!  You can return the bag directly to any Bottle Drop Redemption Center or bring it to the school and we’ll do it for you!

SMILE! Spring Picture Day is April 30th

Spring Picture Day is Tuesday, April 30th.  Picture forms will go home soon.  Only those that return their forms or order online BEFORE picture day will be photographed.

Fitness Donations

Do you have a scooter that your family is not using anymore? We would love to add more scooters to our fitness choices!

Hello Westside Village Families!
Here are a few things to look out for this week:

VRB Tickets Go on Sale Wednesday, Apr 3rd

We had an exciting meeting with the Olders and Elders on Monday to kick off our VRB ticket sales. This year we are selling tickets online at www.friendsofwestside.com (starting April 3rd). Tickets are $45.  Your ticket includes dinner, dessert, two drinks, and babysitting at Westside for the kids!  Bingo cards, raffle tickets and additional drinks can be purchased at the event.

This fundraiser teaches our Olders and Elders about work ethic by allowing them to participate during the event by serving, hosting, selling tickets, babysitting, and more. Older and Elder (4th – 8th grade) students will need to fill out a job application, create a resume, write a cover letter and interview for the job(s). Staff will support students in this process. “Funds earned” will go towards your student’s annual coast trip cost. Applications and resumes are due April 5th and interviews will be on April 8th and 9th.  The coast trip is May 29-31.

What is VRB?

Our annual fundraiser, Village Rhythm and Bingo (VRB), is right around the corner! 

Staff, students, volunteers, and Friends of Westside Village have been working hard to make this a memorable event with good food, a variety of beverages, dessert, raffle prizes and, of course, bingo! 

While this is an event for the adults, free babysitting at the school is included with ticket purchase and is a great time for the kids!  Babysitting begins at 5:00 at Westside Village and ends right after event, around 8:45.

Tickets are $45 each. This is not a cash only event, however we strongly encourage people to bring cash if possible. Buy your ticket online at www.friendsofwestside.com or in the office.

Please note, there are a handful of gifted tickets available if the cost of the event is a barrier for your family. In addition, there are supporter tickets available if you would like to support the event and are unable to attend. Any amount is welcome for supporter donations and can be paid online or in the office.

We are really looking forward to bringing our community together for some fun. A big thank you to everyone that helps make this event possible, and to our amazing Westside Community.

Sign Up for April Before & After Care

Please visit www.friendsofwestside.com to sign up for April Before & After Care.

NO SCHOOL April 10-12

There is NO SCHOOL April 10-12 for district conferences (Westside has already had conferences, but school is still closed these days).  Friends of Westside Village offers non school day camps at Westside Village.  Visit Bend Parks and Rec to sign up!  Westside Village Camp is Activity #106510.

Get a Blue Bag & Save Your Cans!

Did you know there is a super easy way to support Friends of Westside Village and our school?  Ask for a blue bag in the office and we’ll give you a bag to save your refundable cans and bottles in!  You can return the bag directly to any Bottle Drop Redemption Center or bring it to the school and we’ll do it for you!

SMILE! Spring Picture Day is April 30th

Spring Picture Day is Tuesday, April 30th.  Picture forms will go home soon.  Only those that return their forms or order online BEFORE picture day will be photographed.

Fitness Donations

Do you have a scooter that your family is not using anymore? We would love to add more scooters to our fitness choices!

Hello Westside Village Families!
Here are a few things to look out for this week:

Our Six-Week Celebration is Thursday, March 21

Join us for a very casual six week celebration before we head off to a well-deserved spring break. It will be Thursday, the 21st from 4:00pm-6:00pm. There will be a couple of sweet performances and an opportunity to make sure your student’s cubby is nice and clean.

Session 5 Clubs Are Underway!

Please visit www.friendsofwestside.com to sign up for Session 5 Clubs!

Choice Options Lottery for Kindergarten Closes Mar 22nd

The Choice Options Lottery for Kindergarten closes Friday, March 22, 2024.  Visit this link for more information. If you know of any families that would be a good fit, send them our way! 

Remember that all incoming siblings of Westside students MUST complete an application.  Current Westside Village students do not need to re-apply. New This Year: Entry into the Choice Options lottery, Dual Immersion lottery, and Priority Area Change Requests all require a current enrollment in a Bend-La Pine School for the school year requested. Enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year opens on January 2.

Don’t hesitate to call Marcie with any questions.  541-355-2001

Resources for Spring Break

The countdown to spring break is on and for many, it’s a time for rest and a little adventure. It also comes with stress and challenges. It’s important to stay mindful and take care of ourselves. Here are some helpful tips for a more stress-free spring break.

Non School Day Camp Mar 25-29, Apr 10-12

There is NO SCHOOL March 25-29 for Spring Break and April 10-12 for district conferences (Westside has already had conferences, but school is still closed these days).  Friends of Westside Village offers non school day camps at Westside Village.  You can sign up for the week or for individual days.  Visit Bend Parks and Rec to sign up!  Westside Village Camp is Activity #106510.

Unclaimed Lost & Found Will be Donated over Spring Break

Please come check the Lost and Found this week!  We will try to have it out at drop off and pick up this week.  Any items left unclaimed on Friday will be donated to a local charity.

Hello Westside Village Families!
Here are a few things to look out for this week:

Track & Field Meets

Winter Adventures Begin This Week!

We will be taking the students up to Virginia Meissner for Cross Country skiing this week and next!  Permission slips went home last week, or find them attached below, along with a list of groups to find out which days your student is going.  Some students have chosen to go with a different research group; they should know who they are and are also listed on the above lists.  Feel free to call the office if you have questions.

We provide all of the ski gear needed, but please watch the weather and make sure your student is dressed appropriately; layers are good! 

*Please note that volunteers will need to provide their own gear, and if you plan to be on the trail, you will need to be on skis (no snowshoes or regular shoes). Mountain Supply is a great place to rent ski gear if you need it! If you do not want to ski, you can volunteer to hang in the hut at the top.

3/12 & 3/18 Winter Adventures/XC Skiing Field Trip (Centers/Youngers, Group I)

3/12 & 3/18 Winter Adventures/XC Skiing Field Trip (Olders/Elders, Group I)

3/14 & 3/19 Winter Adventures/XC Skiing Field Trip (Centers/Youngers, Group S)

3/14 & 3/19 Winter Adventures/XC Skiing Field Trip (Olders/Elders, Group S)

3/15 & 3/22 Winter Adventures/XC Skiing Field Trip (Centers/Youngers, Group H)

3/15 & 3/22 Winter Adventures/XC Skiing Field Trip (Olders/Elders, Group H)

Calling Volunteers for XC Skiing & Garden Help!

Spring is getting closer which means beautiful sunny ski days at Virginia Meissner and lots of time in the garden. If you are looking for ways to connect with our community please sign up here.

*Please note that volunteers for skiing will need to provide their own gear, and if you plan to be on the trail, you will need to be on skis (no snowshoes or regular shoes). Mountain Supply is a great place to rent ski gear if you need it! If you do not want to ski, you can volunteer to hang in the hut at the top.

WVMS Information Sessions March 13th & 14th

The Choice Options Lottery is open for Kindergarten until March 22, 2024.  Visit this link for more information. If you know of any families that would be a good fit, send them our way! We will be hosting tours and info sessions on Weds, March 13th @ 1:30pm and Thurs, March 14th @ 5:15pm. 

Remember that all incoming siblings of Westside students MUST complete an application.  Current Westside Village students do not need to re-apply. New This Year: Entry into the Choice Options lottery, Dual Immersion lottery, and Priority Area Change Requests all require a current enrollment in a Bend-La Pine School for the school year requested. Enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year opens on January 2.

Don’t hesitate to call Marcie with any questions.  541-355-2001

Sign up for March Care, Clubs, & Track

Please visit www.friendsofwestside.com to sign up for March Before & After Care, Session 5 Clubs and Track and Field!  Session 5 Clubs begin March 18th.

Non School Day Camp Mar 25-29, Apr 10-12

There is NO SCHOOL March 25-29 for Spring Break and April 10-12 for District Conferences (Westside has already had conferences, but school is still closed these days for ALL Westside students, K-8).  Friends of Westside Village offers non school day camps at Westside Village.  You can sign up for the week or for individual days.  Visit Bend Parks and Rec to sign up!  Westside Village Camp is Activity #106510.

Well Wired: Healthy Tech Talk @ Amity Creek – You’re Invited!

Join us Tuesday, 3/19 6:00-7:30pm at Amity Creek Elementary School for a 1 1/2-hour Healthy Tech Talk with Well Wired, Central Oregon’s new healthy tech advocacy group and family community. Led by parents Ami Formica and Brooke Mues, Well Wired promotes early dialogue with families about healthy tech choices and delaying smartphones and social media until after middle school. We will discuss important data around screens, smartphones, and social media; share about healthy-tech alternatives; and engage our participants in conversations about their own tech use and how they envision healthy, balanced tech for their kids in the future. We also provide opportunities to network with families who have the same questions: When do I give my child a smartphone and access to social media? What are the effects of addictive tech on my child and my family? Well Wired is dedicated to improving our children’s lives and strengthening support for parents in Bend by offering community, discussion, and support around these complicated issues. Elementary-aged kids are welcome and encouraged to attend. Kids will be included in parts of the discussion and also offered an activity.

Sign-up required for this free school event: SIGN-UP HERE

Train Your Brain

The Center will be presenting the Train Your Brain injury prevention program to our 3^rd graders on April 2^nd. A letter is coming home this week; please return to the office, indicating whether or not you would like your child to receive a FREE HELMET. Please return the forms no later than Wednesday, March 20th.

Hello Westside Village Families!
Here are a few things to look out for this week:

Track & Field Meets
Apr 17 @ High Desert 3:15, 3:45
Apr 24 @ Cascade 3:15, 3:45
May 1 @ Pilot Butte 3:15, 3:45
May 8 TBD
May 13 Districts Week, TBD

Winter Adventures Begin Next Week!

We will be taking the students up to Virginia Meissner for Cross Country skiing starting next week!  Permission slips are going home today, be on the lookout!  Find them attached below as well, along with a list of groups to find out which days your student is going.  Some students have chosen to go with a different research group; they should know who they are and are also listed on the above lists.  Feel free to call the office if you have questions.

We provide all of the ski gear needed, but please watch the weather and make sure your student is dressed appropriately; layers are good! 

Calling Volunteers for XC Skiing & Garden Help

Spring is getting closer which means beautiful sunny ski days at Virginia Meissner and lots of time in the garden. If you are looking for ways to connect with our community please sign up here

Choice Options Lottery is Open for Kindergarten

The Choice Options Lottery is open for Kindergarten until March 22, 2024.  Visit this link for more information. If you know of any families that would be a good fit, send them our way! We will be hosting tours and info sessions on March 13th @ 1:30pm and March 14th @ 5:15pm. 

Remember that all incoming siblings of Westside students MUST complete an application.  Current Westside Village students do not need to re-apply. 

New This Year: Entry into the Choice Options lottery, Dual Immersion lottery, and Priority Area Change Requests all require a current enrollment in a Bend-La Pine School for the school year requested. Enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year is open.

Don’t hesitate to call Marcie with any questions.  541-355-2001.

Sign up for March Care & Clubs

Please visit www.friendsofwestside.com to sign up for March Before & After Care and/or Session 5 Clubs!  Session 5 Clubs begin March 18th.

Spring Break Camp March 25th-29th

There is NO SCHOOL March 25-29 for Spring Break.  Friends of Westside Village offers a Spring Break camp at Westside Village for these non-school days.  You can sign up for the week or for individual days.  Visit Bend Parks and Rec to sign up!  Westside Village Camp is Activity #106510.

Friendship Day Fun!

Please Check Lost and Found!!

We will be donating any unclaimed Lost & Found items over Spring Break. We would much rather you get them back! Please come reunite yourselves with your family’s items!

2023-24 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 23-24
OSAS Annual Notice and Opt-Out Form español 23-24

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 Test of Ability is a brief, nonverbal measure of general ability. We will be testing our students before Spring Break.

Hello Westside Village Families!
Here are a few things to look out for this week:

Feb 27 @ 7 Peaks

Pre-VRB Raffle:  Win 4 Hoodoo Lift Tickets!

We are raffling off 4 Lift Tickets to Hoodoo Ski Area (for the current, 2023-24 season)! Raffle tickets are $2 each and can be purchased in the office with cash, check or card. You can use PayPal, but it must be done in the office in order to receive your raffle ticket.

The drawing will be next Friday, March 1st; tickets will be on sale through Thursday, February 29th at 4:00pm.

This is all to promote our upcoming fundraising event, Village, Rhythm & Bingo (VRB) on Thursday, April 25th! Mark your calendars and invite your friends, family, and neighbors! The event will be at the Unitarian Church from 5:30-8:30pm. We will have lots of great raffles, dinner, drinks, and of course, Bingo!! The event is for adults, but included in your ticket is babysitting (and fun!) at Westside Village for the kids by our staff and students!

Stay tuned for more information coming out about VRB. Make sure to get your raffle tickets and help support Friends of Westside Village!

Calling All Volunteers!

Calling all volunteers for skiing adventures and our garden! Spring is getting closer, which means beautiful sunny ski days at Virginia Meissner and lots of time in the garden. If you are looking for ways to connect with our community, please sign up here.

Sign up for March Before & After Care

Please visit www.friendsofwestside.com to sign up for March Before & After Care.  Session 5 Clubs begin March 18th (not available yet).

Winter Adventures (Cross Country Skiing)

We will begin our Cross Country ski trips to Virginia Meissner in March! We like to get all of our students out on skis at least once, but hopefully more than that! We will be going on March 12, 14, 15, 18, 19 & 22. Not all kids will go all of those days; groups will be determined soon and permission slips will go home.

Spring Break Camp March 25th-29th

There is NO SCHOOL March 25-29 for Spring Break.  Friends of Westside Village offers a Spring Break camp at Westside Village for these non-school days.  You can sign up for the week or for individual days.  Visit Bend Parks and Rec to sign up!  Westside Village Camp is Activity #106510.

2023-24 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 23-24
OSAS Annual Notice and Opt-Out Form español 23-24

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

Hello Westside Village Families!
Here are a few things to look out for this week:

Girls Basketball (all games @ 5pm)
Feb 21 @ Cascade Middle School
Feb 27 @ 7 Peaks

3rd Six Weeks Celebration, Thursday Feb 22nd

Join us Thursday, February 22nd from 4:00pm-6:00pm for our 3rd Six Week Celebration. Catch up with staff, families, enjoy a snack and a performance!  We hope to see you there!

8th Grade Fly Up Day

On Monday February 26th, our 8th grade students will have the opportunity to visit their forecasted high school to participate in a Career and Technical Education Fly-Up Day. The goal of this day is to get students into their high school to learn about the many options they will have next year. Busses will leave at 9:30 and return at 12:30.

Permissions slips are going home tomorrow and can be found here.

Save the Date! Village Rhythm and Bingo is April 25th

Thursday, April 25th will be our annual FUNraiser at the Unitarian Church, 5:30-8:30! Let’s play bingo, win cool raffles and connect to our Vibrant Community! More info to come.

Friends of WVMS Board Position Open

Have any interest in volunteering on our wonderful Friends Board?  Friends of Westside Village is looking for a Co-Treasurer. If you are interested, please let us know.  Bonus points if you have accounting experience!

2023-24 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 23-24
OSAS Annual Notice and Opt-Out Form español 23-24

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

Hello Westside Village Families!
Here are a few things to look out for this week:

Friendship Day Activities

Valentine’s Day is celebrated at WVMS by celebrating healthy friendships and kindness. This is always an emotional time for students. Some children have unrealistic expectations with relationships. We really try to help everyone build relationships, reach out to those that they do not know as well, and have fun with friends. We DO NOT promote this as a romantic adult event. 

Friendship Day at School, Wednesday, February 14th

-We remind our community that this day is about healthy friendships, not romantic love or the commercialism around the day.  It’s about having fun, being a great friend, and enjoying festivities.

-Please do not feel pressured to send Valentine cards.  If you do, please do not put names on the cards.  Students will make bags at school to collect any treats being passed out.

-If your child has a special gift for someone, please try to do it outside of school. In school, this can make other students feel excluded.

-Students can make big posters to share with communities, buy a small treat for their community (something that has at least 50 for each upstairs community, 40 for Centers, and 80 for Elders), write quotes to put in bags, pencils, erasers, (preferably something that is not single use plastic).

Centers & Elders Ice Skating Thursday, February 15th

Centers and Elders will be Ice Skating on Thursday, Feb 15th to celebrate friendship!  Permission slips are going home this week, or find it attached here.  The cost is $5 per student.  We will have an early lunch and walk to the Pavilion, leaving school around 12:30/12:45.  We will arrive back at school around 3:15/3:30.  Please make sure your student knows their shoe size or write it on their hand so that skate fitting will go smoothly and quickly and we can get more skating in!

Youngers & Olders Ice Skating Tuesday, February 20th

Youngers and Olders will be Ice Skating on Tuesday, Feb 20th to celebrate friendship!  Permission slips are going home this week, or find it attached here.  The cost is $5 per student.  We will have an early lunch and walk to the Pavilion, leaving school around 12:30/12:45.  We will arrive back at school around 3:15/3:30.  Please make sure your student knows their shoe size or write it on their hand so that skate fitting will go smoothly and quickly and we can get more skating in!

BTA Madness Middle School Basketball Tournament, Registration Ends 2/14

Registration ends tomorrow, February 14th. Don’t forget to sign up if you are interested!

Elder Dance, Friday Feb 16th

February 16th, from 4-6 pm, is the Elder Friendship Dance. The theme is “A Night in Paris.” This is a social for our middle school students only. There will be music, a dance party, snacks, games and lots of fun! Ms. Alice, Ms. J. and Ms. Lovely are chaperoning the event. Elders are allowed to invite a guest that does not attend Westside Village. We are asking for $3 from Westside Village students and $5 if there is a guest from another school. Elders are also invited to bring a snack or treat to share.

Elders are invited to “dress up” or come in as they are in casual clothes. We have been reminding them that this is celebrating friendship and we are not asking each other to go as “dates.”

NO SCHOOL Monday, Feb 19th

3rd Six Week Celebration, Thursday Feb 22nd

Join us Thursday, February 22nd from 4:00pm-6:00pm for our 3rd Six Week Celebration. Catch up with staff and families, enjoy a snack and a quick performance.

Friends of WVMS Board Position Open

Have any interest in volunteering on our wonderful Friends Board?  Friends of Westside Village is looking for a Co-Treasurer. If you are interested, please let us know.  Bonus points if you have accounting experience!

2023-24 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 23-24
OSAS Annual Notice and Opt-Out Form español 23-24

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

Hello Westside Village Families!
Here are a few things to look out for this week:

Schedule Your Winter Conference

It’s time to sign up for Winter Conferences! Conferences will be Feb 6th – Feb 13th. We have availability before, during and after school- call the office at 541-355-2000 to schedule a time. These are student-led conferences, so students should attend. Please remember to bring your ID to sign in if you are scheduled for a time during the school day.

Session 4 Clubs Begin Feb 5th- Sign Up with our New Website!

We are SO excited to share with you our brand new website through which club, care and camp sign-ups will happen. Please visit www.friendsofwestside.com to sign up for session 4- it’s not too late!

Friends of WVMS Board Position Open

Have any interest in volunteering on our wonderful Friends Board?  Friends of Westside Village is looking for a Co-Treasurer. If you are interested, please call the office to let us know.  Bonus points if you have accounting experience!

Save the Date! Village Rhythm & Bingo is April 25th

Thursday, April 25th will be our annual FUNraiser at the Unitarian Church, 5:30-8:30! Let’s play bingo, win cool raffles and connect to our Vibrant Community! More info to come.

Friendship Day Activities

Valentine’s Day is celebrated at WVMS by celebrating healthy friendships and kindness. This is always an emotional time for students. Some children have unrealistic expectations with relationships. We really try to help everyone build relationships, reach out to those that they do not know as well, and have fun with friends. We DO NOT promote this as a romantic adult event.

Friendship Day at School, Wednesday, February 14th

-We remind our community that this day is about healthy friendships, not romantic love or the commercialism around the day.  It’s about having fun, being a great friend, and enjoying festivities.

-Please do not feel pressured to send Valentine cards.  If you do, please do not put names on the cards.  Students will make bags at school to collect any treats being passed out.

-If your child has a special gift for someone, please try to do it outside of school. In school, this can make other students feel excluded.

-Students can make big posters to share with communities, buy a small treat for their community (something that has at least 50 for each upstairs community, 40 for Centers, and 80 for Elders), write quotes to put in bags, pencils, erasers, (preferably something that is not single use plastic).

Centers & Elders Ice Skating Thursday, February 15th

Centers and Elders will be Ice Skating on Thursday, Feb 15th to celebrate friendship!  Permission slips are going home this week, or find it attached here.  The cost is $5 per student (can be paid with cash, check or card in the office or with this PayPal Link).  We will have an early lunch and walk to the Pavilion, leaving school around 12:30/12:45.  We will arrive back at school around 3:15/3:30.  Please make sure your student knows their shoe size or write it on their hand so that skate fitting will go smoothly and quickly and we can get more skating in!

Youngers & Olders Ice Skating Tuesday, February 20th

Youngers and Olders will be Ice Skating on Tuesday, Feb 20th to celebrate friendship!  Permission slips are going home this week, or find it attached here.  The cost is $5 per student (can be paid with cash, check or card in the office or with this PayPal Link). We will have an early lunch and walk to the Pavilion, leaving school around 12:30/12:45.  We will arrive back at school around 3:15/3:30.  Please make sure your student knows their shoe size or write it on their hand so that skate fitting will go smoothly and quickly and we can get more skating in!

2023-24 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 23-24
OSAS Annual Notice and Opt-Out Form español 23-24

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 Test of Ability is a brief, nonverbal measure of general ability. We will be testing our students this Spring.

Hello Westside Village Families!
Here are a few things to look out for this week:

NO SCHOOL Friday, Feb 2nd

Friday, February 2nd is a NO SCHOOL day for all Bend-La Pine students. February 1st is the last day of the first semester and February 2nd is a Teacher Work Day for teachers to input grades. We’ll see you back on Monday, February 5th.

Schedule Your Winter Conference

It’s time to sign up for Winter Conferences! Conferences will be Feb 6th – Feb 13th. We have availability before, during and after school- call the office at 541-355-2000 to schedule a time. These are student-led conferences, so students should attend. Please remember to bring your ID to sign in if you are scheduled for a time during the school day.

Session 4 Clubs Begin Feb 5th- Sign Up with our New Website!

We are SO excited to share with you our brand new website through which club, care and camp sign-ups will happen. Please visit www.friendsofwestside.com to sign up for session 4!

Friends of WVMS Board Position Open

Have any interest in volunteering on our wonderful Friends Board?  Friends of Westside Village is looking for a Co-Treasurer. If you are interested, please call the office to let us know.  Bonus points if you have accounting experience!

Donation Request- Board Games

Friends of Westside Village is looking for COMPLETE age-appropriate board games in GOOD SHAPE for art camp week. Please leave your donations in the office with Ms. Marcie or Ms. Felicia. Thank you!

Youth Truth Survey – Please Do This!

The Youth Truth Survey is a district-wide survey that we ask students, families, and staff to complete so that we can better our schools. Our Bend LaPine District and schools use the information from the survey to plan for school improvement.

Families, please take the time to complete the survey by Friday, February 2nd: ytsurvey.org/bendfamily24. For more info: Youth Truth Family Survey Letter.

To opt-out your student or read more about the Student Youth Truth Survey: Family Opt-Out & Information Notice.

Westside Village Playground

We are thankful to have a really fun playground at Westside Village! We aspire for all of our students to have a safe & fun time on the playground. Please remind your student to get help from a staff member if they ever have a problem while out on the playground.

WVMS Girl Scout Troop #69001 Cookie Sales

If you love Girl Scout cookies, WVMS’s troop of 3rd grade Brownies would love to hook you up! Please use this link (Girl Scout Order Card | Girl Scouts) to order by February 4th. The Girl Scouts will deliver your cookies to you at school or home around February 20-23.

2023-24 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 23-24
OSAS Annual Notice and Opt-Out Form español 23-24

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 Test of Ability is a brief, nonverbal measure of general ability. We will be testing our students this Spring.