February is Teen Dating Violence and Prevention Awareness Month. As a school community, let's stay informed about the signs of teen dating violence and know where to turn if you suspect yourself, a friend, or a family member is experiencing dating violence.
Dating violence is never okay in any form. There are many forms of violence to be aware of:
Physical abuse - unwanted and intentional contact with someone's body or something close to their body with the intent to harm.
Emotional and verbal abuse - non-physical behavior such as threats, insults, humiliation, intimidation, isolation, or social media monitoring.
Sexual abuse - force or coercion to perform unwanted sexual acts.
Digital abuse - using social media or texting to intimidate, stalk, or harass someone.
Stalking - when someone follows you or harasses you, causing fear and uncertainty.
For more information on types of abuse, you can visit loveisrespect.org.
It’s important to be aware of signs someone may be a victim of dating abuse. If you have a friend you suspect is experiencing signs of abuse, here are some tips on how you can help them:
Reach out to them and ask if they need help or support. Ensure they’re safe when communicating your concerns, and let them know you are there for them when they need someone.
Listen to them. Let them share their story and remind them it’s not their fault.
Tell a trusted adult. Sometimes, looking out for your friend means letting an adult know something is wrong and allowing them to step in and help.
If you, a friend, or a family member is experiencing abuse, here are resources available to La Grande School District.
https://www.lagrandesd.org/page/counseling-resources
Care Solace is a complimentary and confidential service provided by La Grande School District. If you want to use Care Solace to help you find a mental health or substance use provider:
Call 888-515-0595. Multilingual support is available 24/7/365.
Visit caresolace.com/lagrande and either search on your own OR click “Book Appointment” for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.
Welcome new English Language Arts Teacher, Matthew Horgan, at La Grande High School!
Welcome new Kindergarten Teacher, Julianna Lovelace, to Island City Elementary!
Welcome new 5th Grade Teacher, Shelby Starr, to Greenwood Elementary!
Welcome new Third Grade Teacher, Shelby Fyn, to Greenwood Elementary!
Check out our progress on the new Wildcat Center! https://www.lagrandesd.org/page/lgsd-bond-2022-update
Welcome new English Language Arts Teacher, Ryan Townsend, to La Grande High School!
Welcome new Special Education Teacher, Brooke DeYoung, to Central Elementary!
More of our LHS CTE projects!
Welcome new Rising Stars Teacher, Dylan Hodges, to Greenwood Elementary!
Welcome new Fourth Grade Teacher, Jessica Sutten, to Central Elementary School!
Welcome new Agriculture and Science Teacher, Chelsey Sharp, to La Grande High School!
Thank you to all of our road crews! Your work does not go unnoticed. Thank you for all of the extra time your crews have been putting in to make our area safe to travel.
City of Island City Public Works, City of La Grande Public Works, Union County Road Department and Oregon Department of Transportation-thank you!!
BIG thank you to Corey Gomes and Hampton Paving for their help with snow removal at Island City School!! We appreciate you!!
A HUGE thank you to the City of La Grande for their help with snow removal around La Grande Schools!! We appreciate all that you do to help us make travel safe for our students, staff and community!
La Grande Schools on a 2 HOUR DELAY on Thursday, January 18, 2024 All schools in the La Grande School District will be on a 2 HOUR DELAY Thursday January 18, 2024 due to adverse weather and slick road conditions. Expect that buses will be on their same routes, but two hours later. Please check our district website, Facebook page as well as news and radio media for updated information. Please know, if you don’t feel it is safe for your child to get on the bus or drive to school, you have every right to keep them home. There will be no negative consequences for your child. You may call the school and your child will receive an excused absence.
Due to current road conditions, snow drifts on side roads and county roads as well as impending high winds,
La Grande Schools will be CLOSED on Wednesday 1/17/24
The La Grande School District is closed on Monday, January 15th in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day."
The annual King Holiday Observance is a time that we celebrate, commemorate and honor the life, legacy and impact of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Here are some educational resources for MLK Jr. Day: https://www.nea.org/professional-excellence/student-engagement/tools-tips/learning-and-living-legacy-martin-luther-king-jr
La Grande Schools on a 2 HOUR DELAY on Friday, January 12, 2024
All schools in the La Grande School District will be on a 2 HOUR DELAY Friday, January 12, 2024 due to adverse weather and slick road conditions. Expect that buses will be on their same routes, but two hours later.
Please check our district website, Facebook page as well as news and radio media for updated information. Please know, if you don’t feel it is safe for your child to get on the bus or drive to school, you have every right to keep them home. There will be no negative consequences for your child. You may call the school and your child will receive an excused absence.
January is School Board Appreciation Month, and La Grande School District has the best School Board Directors out there!! Please thank our Board Members for their dedication to our students, staff and community!
Thank you, Michelle Perry!!
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