Being a regular attender at Windy River gives students an advantage in school and in life. Being present create more opportunities for relationships, participation, teamwork, confidence, and belonging. We love having our students fill the halls!

**Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 4:30 PM**
📍 **Windy River Elementary Library**
We will be holding an important **6th Grade Outdoor School Parent Meeting**. It is **very important that ALL 6th grade students and their parents/guardians attend**.
🏕️ **Outdoor School Dates:**
**October 20–22, 2026**
At the meeting, we will share important information about Outdoor School, including what students can expect, what they need to bring, and other important details.
🌎 **A translator will be available at the meeting!**
We look forward to seeing all of our 6th grade students and families!
**GO WOLVES! 🐺**
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# 🏕️ Reunión de Padres de la Escuela al Aire Libre – 6.º Grado
**Martes, 29 de septiembre de 2026 a las 4:30 p. m.**
📍 **Biblioteca de Windy River Elementary**
Tendremos una **reunión importante para los padres y tutores de los estudiantes de 6.º grado sobre la Escuela al Aire Libre**. Es **MUY IMPORTANTE que TODOS los estudiantes de 6.º grado y sus padres/tutores estén presentes**.
🏕️ **Fechas de la Escuela al Aire Libre:**
**20–22 de octubre de 2026**
Durante la reunión, compartiremos información importante sobre la Escuela al Aire Libre, incluyendo lo que los estudiantes pueden esperar, qué deben llevar y otros detalles importantes.
🌎 **¡Habrá un traductor disponible durante la reunión!**
¡Esperamos ver a todos nuestros estudiantes de 6.º grado y sus familias!
**¡VAMOS LOBOS! 🐺**




Morrow County Schools Will be closed Monday, September 7th to recognize Labor Day


iReady to Party! Next Week! Make sure those Wolves get good sleep!



If your child is missing any vaccines, or you’re unsure if they are up to date, please contact the Health Department to find out what they need and get them caught up. 😊
Thank you for helping us keep our students healthy and ready for school! ❤️
🚨 **¡IMPORTANTE!** 🚨
Si a su hijo(a) le faltan vacunas, o no está seguro(a) de si tiene todas sus vacunas al día, por favor comuníquese con el Departamento de Salud para averiguar cuáles necesita y ponerlas al día. 😊
¡Gracias por ayudarnos a mantener a nuestros estudiantes saludables y listos para el año escolar! ❤️


Morrow County School District Registration will be delayed until August 17th so that we can finish the transition to our new student information system. Please be watching your email for follow-up information and instructions. Thank you for your patience!
La inscripción en el Distrito Escolar del Condado de Morrow se pospondrá hasta el 17 de agosto para que podamos finalizar la transición a nuestro nuevo sistema de información estudiantil. Por favor, revisen su correo electrónico para obtener más información e instrucciones. ¡Gracias por su paciencia!

Morrow County School District celebrated its Crystal Apple Award winners at the "Excellence in Education" Awards banquet on Monday, May 11.
Tina Crowell is a school-based counselor at Windy River Elementary.
Jennifer Pope is an English Language Learners (ELL) teacher at A.C. Houghton Elementary.
Stefanie Spivey is a social studies teacher at Heppner Jr./Sr. High School.
Dave Fowler was presented with the Legacy Award this year. Dave is a Manufacturing teacher at Heppner Jr./Sr. High School. Having taught at the school for 37 years, his commitment to high-quality instruction, paired with his dedication to students, has helped build a strong Technology and Manufacturing program at the school. Thank you for your years of steadfast service to the Morrow County School District.
Learn more about our Crystal Apple Award Winners: https://www.morrow.k12.or.us/article/2870092
English Session 5/14/26 from 5-7 pm at RHS
Spanish Session 5/14/26 from 5-7 pm at RHS


This week is Teacher Appreciation Week, and four amazing educators from the Morrow County School District were named Crystal Apple Award winners this year. They will be recognized at the 2026 Crystal Apple Awards on May 11, 2026.
Tina Crowell, Jennifer Pope, and Stefanie Spivey received the Crystal Apple Award. Dave Fowler was a Legacy Award recipient this year, due to his many years of dedicated service to Heppner Jr./Sr. High School.
Congratulations, and Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
Read more about the winners: https://www.morrow.k12.or.us/article/2870092

MCSD estará cerrado por vacaciones de primavera del 23 al 27 de marzo. ¡Que tengan unas vacaciones divertidas y seguras! ¡Esperamos ver a todos de vuelta el 30 de marzo!


When: April 8th 5:30-7:00
Where: @ Pendleton IMESD conference room
Register: https://events.imesd.k12.or.us/event/2026-04-08/adhd-what-parents-need-to-know


¡Feliz Año Nuevo! Recuerda que las clases se reanudan el 5 de enero.

MCSD estará de vacaciones de invierno del 22 de diciembre al 2 de enero. Les deseamos a todos unas felices fiestas.

