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Schools: Lessons Learned from the Winter Storms

School district releases a timeline following the massive snowfall and school roof collapse
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“…Staff also learned the importance of monitoring snow levels regularly roofs when snow begins to accumulate and regular monitoring will become an established  practice.” – Bend-La Pine Schools’ “Lessons Learned, Summary,” Feb. 2 That’s just one of the lessons learned by the staff and administration at Bend-La Pine Schools following the massive snowfalls—and the collapse […]

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Hate Rash

As Gov. Brown issues a statement against hate, Central Oregon is not immune to racial incidents
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On Monday, Oregon Gov. Kate Brown issued a statement calling for an end to hate in the wake of the election. “Hate has no place in the Oregon we love,” said Gov. Brown. “I refuse to let hate and discrimination divide our state and our people. We must work together as Oregonians and as Americans […]

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Bend-La Pine Scores High on the SAT

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When it comes to measures of school success, it’s not all about graduation rates. Markers such as SAT scores can also be an indication of students’ achievement — and in the case of the students in the Bend-La Pine school district, SAT scores are trending high.  According to information released by the Bend-La Pine School […]

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Fixing Our Schools

The Oregon PTA calls for the State to address billions in overdue repairs—but where’s the money coming from?
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When Bend teacher Travis Overley was a student teacher at Bend High School, teaching in front of a class of more than 40 students was common. At Bend High, however—one of the oldest buildings in the Bend-La Pine School District—Overley says it wasn’t just the size of the classes that stood out. “Kids are sitting […]

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This Used to Be My Playground

Bend-La Pine Schools district accepts hotel developer’s $1.9 million offer on Troy Field
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On a recent weekday afternoon, Troy Field is bustling with activity. Children play a game of flag football while others lounge in the grass soaking up the summer sun. In the mornings and evenings, locals can be seen walking their dogs in the former Bend High athletic field. And every Memorial Day, Tracy Miller hosts […]

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