Bend Nest

A+ For Attitude

Engaged minds make learning fun

What holds a child's interest? New studies explore the power of interest and recognize that a child will continue to learn if the subject is engaging.

By Kelsey Claspell Sep 4, 2018

Nest Feature Sydney Opera House Bend Experimental Art Theater The American Musical and Dramatic Academy

Entering Bend's High Lakes Elementary School, it may look like nothing has changed: the arch over the entrance has the same gold lettering and trees shade either side. Students, however, have probably noticed one small difference: the presence of a secure lobby, one of 12 Bend-La Pine schools to receive the system thus far.

By Hannah Williford Sep 4, 2018

Nest News Bend-La Pine Schools Scott Bojanowski Shay Mikalson

Bookshelf

Little Bird Explores Bend!

Little Bird is an adventurous soul.

By Kristin Riggle Sep 4, 2018

Culture Kristen Riggle Dudley's Bookshop Leapin' Lizards Toys Hopscotch Kids Learning Express Toys Roundabout Books

Back to School Around the World

Check out these global education fun facts!

The City Montessori School in Lucknow, India, is the largest school in the world in terms of number of students, with more than 32,000 in attendance.

Sep 4, 2018

By The Numbers Canterbury England France Brazil Iran Kenya Pakistan Lucknow India Phumachangtang Tibet Japan Germany China

Editor's Note

A blink of an eye and summer is gone.

By Angela Switzer Sep 4, 2018

Editor's Note Edie Jones Together For Children Dr. Nix

Opening Doors: Finding the Right Tutor

A child's school years are vital to their life-long success.

By Annette Benedetti Sep 4, 2018

Education Sylvan Learning Center of Bend Audra Bohn

Q & A: Jennifer Schroeder, M.D.

Summit Medical Group Oregon - BMC Pediatrics

Q: My son has diarrhea quite often and sometimes complains of a stomach ache.

By Angela Switzer Sep 4, 2018

Expert Q&A Summit Medical Group Oregon BMC Pediatrics

Calendar

September - November

Sep 4, 2018

Calendar

Rock Stars Wanted

Young musicians get a chance to live the dream

I have come to a quiet residential street near the edge of southeast Bend on a warm summer night to witness the future of rock 'n' roll.

By Howard Leff Sep 4, 2018

Culture Rod DeGeorge Cascades Rock Ensemble School of Rock

Spotlight on Teen Health

What do you need to know?

The American Academy of Pediatrics, along with most physicians, recommends an annual well child check for all kids.

By Kristi Nix, M.D. FAAP Sep 4, 2018

Health The American Academy of Pediatrics

Exotic Extravaganza

Welcome to Gramma Rose's keeper of peepers

Peter, a friendly Patagonia cavy, sniffs and greets us, while checking out the van.

By Angela Switzer Sep 4, 2018

Outdoors Linda Rose Forney Dave Forney Christie School for Girls

Camp Fire Central Oregon and Workshops with Purpose Raise Global Awareness with New BRIDGES Program

Camp Fire Central Oregon is partnering with Workshops with Purpose to pilot a new program for Central Oregon teens and adults focused on increasing global awareness, building tolerance and creating a community of empathetic leaders.

By Hannah Williford Sep 4, 2018

Nest News Camp Fire Central Oregon Beth Babicz Kevin Kubota