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Fern Ridge is accepting applications for School Board Member Position #1
Appointment Eligibility: To be eligible for appointment, candidates must:
- Have lived in the district at least 12 months prior to the appointment.
- Not be an officer or employee of the district.
- Be a registered voter of the school school district.
Duration of Appointment: The person appointed will serve until June 30, 2021. If the successful candidate would like to serve the full-term of this position through June 30, 2023, they would need to run for election in May 2021.
The Board will select the appointee as follows:
- The candidate should have personal integrity, intelligence, and appreciate the values of good education;
- The candidate should be willing and capable of assuming responsibilities;
- The candidate should have the ability to work with others, should have the courage of their convictions, should always vote their beliefs and should be a champion of the public schools;
- The candidate should be prepared and willing to devote a sufficiently large amount of time to the study of the problems of education in the district, as well as the sate and nation at large, so as to be able to interpret them to the electorate;
- The candidate must be willing and able to make sacrifices of their time and knowledge for the benefit of the district.
How to Apply: Your completed application can be returned to the Board Secretary at 88834 Territorial Rd. Elmira, Or 97437 or emailed to mcook@fernridge.k12.or.us. The Board will review applications received by October 2, 2020. Click the link below for a fillable pdf of the application or you can request a paper copy of the application from Michelle Cook at 541-935-2253 Ext 1203.
Click here for a link to the fillable pdf school board member application
As the staff and families of the Fern Ridge School District work towards creating a learning environment for students, through the Comprehensive Distance Learning, Hybrid, or Options Program, one of the core components will be technology. Even in years when our community was not grappling with a pandemic, our school district has integrated technology into the classroom more and more each year with Chromebooks, classroom document cameras, online curriculum, and educational software. Our technology department, and director of technology, Michael Bateman helps to make all of this possible for us!
Michael has worked in different capacities within our tech department since 2005 and was just given his 15 year pin! He often works long nights and weekends behind the scenes to make sure that our staff and students have the technology resources they need to succeed.
When he isn’t working, Michael enjoys outdoor adventures on a bike or hiking. He is known to play a mean guitar and wins the prize for the most recognizable sci-fi ring tone ever.
Congratulations Michael and thank you for the time and energy you have dedicated to our district staff, students, and community.
Check out the new 2020-2021 School Year Information Page on the Fern Ridge Website (located at the far right of the navigation tabs in red). It is a work in progress, but in the coming weeks lots of information will be located in this one location for families.
Here you will find the weekly recordings of the community Q and A sessions with Superintendent Carpenter along with information on the paths available to FRSD families and many other links to resources and information.
Click here for a printable PDF version of this chart
Due to the circumstances this spring, our community was unable to come together to celebrate the annual distinguished service awards.
We would like to take this opportunity now to recognize our staff and students who received a 2020 Fern Ridge Distinguished Service Award:
Volunteer of the Year ~ Tory Macklin
Classified of the Year ~ Laurie Ruell
Twinkle A. Morton Educator of the Year ~ Forrest Cooper
Administrator of the Year ~ Michelle Marshall
Community Builder ~ Ethan Yost
Emerging Future First Citizen ~ Madison Wisner
Future First Citizen ~ Jackson Dube
This week schools are accepting Chromebooks, textbooks, and library book returns from students and families. If you have materials to return but are unable to make it to the schools during the listed times please contact your school office directly to make other arrangements. Our staff will continue to observe social distancing protocols as materials are returned. Thank you and have a wonderful summer!
Elmira High School (541) 935-8200
Wednesday, June 10th – Friday, June 12th from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm
Fern Ridge Middle School (541) 935-8230
Monday, June 8th – Tuesday, June 9th from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm
Elmira Elementary School (541) 935-8214
Monday, June 8th from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the bus loop.
Tuesday, June 9th to Friday, June 19th from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm
Veneta Elementary School (541) 935-8225
Monday, June 8th from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm in the bus loop.
Tuesday, June 9th to Friday, June 19th from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm
May 4 to May 8 is the week set aside to recognize teachers for the extraordinary work they do with our students.
Great teachers do more than teach reading, writing, and math. They help set our children up for success in life. Whether students enter into a trade, go to college, or jump into a career, they are more prepared for life because of the teachers who guided and supported them along the way.
Even when faced with the incredible task of educating students virtually on a moment’s notice, our Fern Ridge teachers have shown they are dedicated to their students, no matter the circumstances.
Now more then ever we want to recognize the teachers who step into the lives of their students and make a positive impact. Please join me by thanking all of our Fern Ridge teaching staff!
The Fern Ridge School District will hold a budget committee meeting tonight, April 21, 2020 at 6:30pm.
In response to the current health emergency resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, the District facilities are closed to the public and meetings are being held virtually.
The budge committee meeting will be held on google meets and can be accessed by dialing: 1 317-743-0371 and entering pin 644 536 156 followed by the #sign. The agenda and meeting materials have been published. Please click here to access the packet in Boardbook.
If you have any questions please contact the district office at 541-935-2253 ext 1203.
Wednesday, April 22 is Secretary’s Day
Let them know how much they mean to your school, families and staff!
Lorie at Elmira High School
Tammy E. & Casey at Fern Ridge Middle School
Becky & Jessica at Veneta Elementary
Dawn & Rebekah at Elmira Elementary
Tammy B. at the Special Education Office
Despite these challenging days, we want to recognize Forrest Cooper for his outstanding contributions to our district! Mr. Cooper has been an employee since August of 1995. He and his wife Sherry have two sons, Ian and Jeremy. Both Sherry and Ian are instructional assistants at Fern Ridge Middle School. Jeremy is a recent Oregon State University graduate.
Mr. Cooper cheers on the Oregon Ducks, enjoys playing guitar/singing, outdoor activities, remodeling, hunting, steak dinners, gospel fellowship, and almost any kind of pie! However, he is not a fan of cold, wet winters or virtual meetings.
This year, he teaches six different classes, including two advance placement courses in math, social studies, and computer technology. He serves as a local officer in the teacher’s association and also dedicates 20 hours a week as the state board regional officer for the Oregon Education Association.
When asked what he enjoys the most about his job and he said, “the kids, always the kids in my classroom, and I miss them right now!” He also appreciates the dedicated staff he works with and the district leadership team. “We work well together because we all understand that our first priority is educating and nurturing the kids in our community.”
Mr. Cooper is a leader both in and out of the classroom. He brings many gifts and talents to our Fern Ridge community and we want to thank him for his many years of dedication.