Just a quick reminder that on September 25th the doors to Otis Orchards Elementary will not be opening until 10:05, due to teacher collaboration and professional development learning. PLEASE do not drop or leave your child(ren) at the school BEFORE 10:05. Respectfully, Mrs. Cheryl L. Fried, Ed.D.
8 months ago, Cheryl Fried
Former Otis Orchards Elementary student, Isabella Ann Gill, completed her Eagle Scout project by putting in a Gagaball Pit.
A huge thanks to Bocopop Liberty Lake, our local Troop 4481, and everyone who participated in fundraising activities last school year to help make this happen.
We are so excited for the students to come to school on Tuesday to see this new playground equipment.
9 months ago, Sydney Westerman
A big shout out to Honeywell for the generous donation of school supplies and backpacks! Thank you for supporting our students!
Greg Flemming, Procurement Specialist, and Charlie West, Plant Manager.
9 months ago, Sydney Westerman
School offices are now open! Enroll your student now!
9 months ago, Sydney Westerman
School Supplies 2023-24
9 months ago, Cheryl Fried
Open House August 28th ~ 4:00-5:30
9 months ago, Cheryl Fried
EVSD PEP had amazing success at the Silverwood Science Day this month. We are so very proud of our students! Way to go Knights!
11 months ago, Sydney Westerman
We want to thank all of our retirees for their hard work, dedication, and service to the East Valley School District over the years.
Shelly Engel - 30 Years of Service
Jacqueline Johnson - 12 Years of Service
Susan Morrison - 29 Years of Service
Tonia Abramson - 8 Years of Service
Sharon Alldritt - 23 Years of Service
Inge Arbacauskas - 8 Years of Service
Conni Bendio - 28 Years of Service
Shelli Sinclair-Wood - 27 Years of Service
Jewel Bang - 5 Years of Service
Loriann Howe - 29 Years of Service
Terri Putney - 3 Years of Service
David Palmer - 6 Years of Service
Kim Cash - 26 Years of Service
Thank you for all the support you have given to staff, students, parents, and the community. We wish you the best retirement!
11 months ago, Sydney Westerman
Otis Orchards Career Day was a blast!!
11 months ago, Sydney Westerman
Jim Kuehnle was a Spokane Valley businessman, community leader and legislator who raised his family and conducted his business in the East Valley School District for more than twenty years. Mr. Kuehnle adamantly believed that reward should be based upon merit; that people should be compensated in direct proportion to quality of work. Because of his heart for excellence in education, it was his desire to enhance the earnings of outstanding teachers in a way not provided by the existing salary schedule. The intended use for the teacher awards is for professional or personal growth. Through this award, his intent was to recognize teachers with high standards and excellent performance. Recognized individuals are: Outstanding, Dedicated, Motivated, Honest, Caring, Hardworking, and Diligent in covering assigned curriculum, respected by students, staff and patrons. In addition, the teacher has excellent classroom control, high expectations for student behavior while also holding students and self accountable.
We are proud to announce the 2022-2023 Jim Kuehnle Outstanding Educators are:
Kim Boulton - EVMS Science Teacher
Nicole Brown - Trentwood 6th Grade Teacher
Kelli Shanholtz - Otis Orchards 4th Grade Teacher
Please help us in congratulating these outstanding educators! Together, we are East Valley!
11 months ago, Sydney Westerman
East Valley's very own Neale Rasmussen (Executive Director of Business Services) and Melissa Larsen (Business Manager) recently received recognition at the annual Washington Association of School Business Officials (WASBO) from the State Auditor's Office. Neale and Melissa were recognized with the 'State Auditor's Stewardship Award' for their outstanding accomplishments in accountability, transparency, and good stewardship of public resources towards a shared mission of government that works better to earn greater public trust. Congratulations Neale and Melissa!
Together, We are East Valley!
11 months ago, Sydney Westerman
A Middle School Social Studies Course Design and Instructional Materials Adoption Committee was convened to thoroughly review 7th and 8th-grade resources. Community members are invited to review the proposed core instructional materials for middle school social studies adoption. The recommendations for approval are as follows:
7th Grade - Washington State History Open Educational Resource (OER), Educurious - Copyright 2021
8th Grade - History Alive! The United States Through Industrialism Third Edition, Teachers Curriculum Institute (TCI) - Copyright Print 2023/Digital 2022
The materials will be available for community viewing from Tuesday, June 6 - Monday, June 12, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Please contact Michele Chavez at 509.241.5011 for the opportunity to review the instructional materials and provide public comment.
12 months ago, Sydney Westerman
Thank you to everyone that was able to join us at the ABC Trades Night on May 3, 2023! We had so much fun watching participants and learning about the various jobs in the trades industry. If you weren't able to check out this amazing opportunity, we hope to see you next time!
about 1 year ago, Sydney Westerman
Thank you to everyone that was able to join us at the first Healthcare Discoveries Trades Night on April 27. We had a blast getting to know the vendors and the work they do on a daily basis. We can't wait to do this again!
about 1 year ago, Sydney Westerman
Thank you to everyone that was able to join us at the first Automotive Trades Night on April 19. We had a blast getting to know the vendors and the work they do on a daily basis. We can't wait to do this again!
about 1 year ago, Sydney Westerman
For the 3rd time in EVSD History, a PEP Destination Imagination (DI) Team will be representing at Global Finals! DI is a problem-solving competition meant to ignite the power of creativity and collaboration. This year, our 8th-grade team, “Aged Improvolone,” won regionals, and was amongst the top teams at the Washington State Competition. At Global Finals, they will join 14,000 students from multiple countries as they compete and connect with other amazing kids.
If you would like to donate to the PEP team, please visit evsd.org and click on the Donations tab. From there, select Otis Orchards and Destination Imagination Global Finals.
We thank you for your support!
about 1 year ago, Sydney Westerman
REMINDER: Tonight is Paint and Sip Night at Otis Orchards! The cost is $10 per painter and includes paper, watercolors, and a glass of sparkling cider. Pizza, popcorn, and other drinks will be available to purchase! **Students must be accompanied by an adult**
about 1 year ago, Sydney Westerman
A big hug and many thanks to Karen Toreson and Dave Lindstrand from Spokane Valley Sunrise Rotary Club. The cart of boxes contained hygiene and personal products as well as other items needed by our students. We are so grateful for the many partnerships we have with our community and business groups. Together, we are East Valley.
about 1 year ago, Sydney Westerman
Join us Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at Otis Orchards Elementary for Paint & Sip Night! Doors open at 5:30 pm and painting will begin at 6:00 pm. For more information click here.
We look forward to seeing you there!
about 1 year ago, Sydney Westerman
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. The most important thing we can do to help children thrive is to support families before they reach a crisis. Learn more during #ChildAbusePreventionMonth. #ThrivingFamilies
https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/ preventing/preventionmonth/about
about 1 year ago, Sydney Westerman