National School Counseling Week 2020 (#NSCW2020) is Feb. 3–7, 2020.  The week, sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), highlights the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems and the tremendous impact they can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. Take a moment to thank your local school counselor(s). Follow #NSCW2020 on social media. 

Here in Fern Ridge, we are lucky to have have two excellent school counselors, Mr. Ryan Chambers at FRMS, and Mrs. Brittany McMillan at EHS.  Thanks to both of them for all they do for the students, parents and staff of Fern Ridge.

To learn more about National School Counseling Week, visit www.schoolcounselor.org/nscw

There is no school for students on Friday, January 24.  This is a teacher work day for grading at the end of the first semester/second quarter.

Students – enjoy your three day weekend!

All schools will be closed on Monday, January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Conditions are icy this morning around the area. With it being unclear regarding when it will warm up a few degrees, we are delaying this morning, Friday January 17th.

FRSD IS ON A 2 HOUR DELAY TODAY. SCHOOL WILL END AT REGULAR TIME. NO EARLY RELEASE.

Monday, January 6th is a teacher workday

Students return on Tuesday, January 7th

Have a safe and wonderful winter break!

Fern Ridge School District is looking for 3 community members who are not officers, agents or employees of the district to serve on our budget committee.

The budget committee will begin work on the important job of reviewing our 2020-2021 budget soon.  Currently there are three open positions:

Position #2 (Term expires 6/30/2022)

Position #4 (Term expires 6/30/2022)

Position #5 (Term expires 6/30/2022)

While the time commitment is minimal (there are a maximum of three meetings in the spring of 2020) the contribution you would be making to the future of fern ridge students is invaluable.

To be eligible for appointment the successful applicants must live in the district and not be an officer, agent or employee of the district.  Applications are available by clicking HERE.  Applications will be received at the District Office until the positions are filled.

For more information please call 541-935-2253 ext 1203

In honor of Veteran’s Day there will be no school on

Monday, November 11, 2019

This post is intended to inform and remind folks about the free and reduced lunch program.  Please take advantage of it if you qualify, and if you are not sure, please fill out the application and find out!  It is a tremendous asset to our families and students.  As a reminder, if you qualify for Free or Reduced lunch, breakfast is ALWAYS FREE!  Alan Fullerton our food service director, in conjunction with  his staff, have been working hard to provide healthier and more made from scratch meal options.  Even if you don’t use this service consistently, having the option of knowing that  your child can receive free breakfast on those mornings when you are running late, is a great deal!

There are two ways to apply.  Go to this link (click here) print off the application, fill it out and drop off in the front office, or go to this link (click here) and apply directly online.

As a final reminder, you must apply each year.  Those that were eligible in 18-19, remain eligible through September 2019, however beginning Oct 1st if you did not reapply, charges are accruing.  Get your applications in ASAP.  If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact Renee Ota at rota@fernridge.k12.or.us or 541-935-8218 Ext 2

Fern Ridge Middle School and Elmira High School students do not have school Thursday, October 10 due to parent/teacher conferences.

Fern Ridge Middle School Conferences will be held Wednesday, Oct 9 from 4pm to 8pm (in the commons – no appointment necessary) & Thursday, Oct 10 from 8am to 12pm (in individual teacher classrooms – no appointment necessary.)

Elmira High School Conferences will be held Wednesday, Oct 9 from 4pm to 8pm (in the cafeteria – no appointment necessary) & Thursday, Oct 10 from 8am to 12pm (by appointment only – you can contact the high school office at 541-935-8200 or email your student’s teacher to set up a time)

 Friday, October 11 is a non-school day for all district students due to a state-wide teacher in-service day.

Have a great weekend!