Union Ridge Elementary
Principal – Kelly Macdonald
Assistant Principal – Brian Heim
330 N. 5th Ave, Ridgefield, WA 98642
Phone (360) 750-7600 FAX (360) 750-7659
Friday, December 7, 2018
Dear Parent/Guardians,
The school year is flying by so quickly. It is hard to believe we are in December with winter break upon us! The staff of Union Rid...
Union Ridge Elementary
Principal – Kelly Macdonald
Assistant Principal – Brian Heim
330 N. 5th Ave, Ridgefield, WA 98642
Phone (360) 750-7600 FAX (360) 750-7659
November 13, 2018
Re: Thanksgiving Feast on Thursday, November 15, 2018
Dear Parents/Guardians,
I wanted to give you some information to help our Thanksgiving event be a success. We always h...
Thanksgiving Feast Schedule Union Ridge Elementary
Thursday 11/15/2018
Lunch Begins Return to Class
Kindergarten 10:15 11:15
2nd Grade 11:10 11:50
1st Grade 11:45 12:25
4th Grade 12:20 1:00
3rd Grade 12:50 1:30
Adult $ 3.90 Child $ 2.80
While today’s technology has opened up a whole new world of possibilities, it has also made bullying a constant concern. As children grow, caretakers have to be their safety gate. #UseCaution and give them the time to play, dream and just be a kid.Watch this video about bullying! https://bit.ly/2ysiGk8
Family Literacy Night
Monday, November 5th
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Why:
Promotes literacySupports School Improvement PlanBuilds family - school connectionsBuilds community spirit
Station Options:
Photo Booth - Pick a book, put on some silly accessories and take a memorable photoCreate a Bookmark - Create a special bookmark for that next book you readReader Theater - G...
Where: Union Ridge Building B GymWhen: October 19th, Doors open at 6 p.m. Movie starts at 6:30 p.m.What: Family Movie Night, come with blankets or low camp chairs and watch Hotel Transylvania 3 with your Union Ridge student.Who: All Union Ridge Families
October 24th, 2018. Wear your orange to show we are together against bullying. United for kindness, acceptance and inclusion.
Orange Out
Purple Hand Project
This October the RISE class is sponsoring a sock drive to benefit the Council for the Homeless in Vancouver. Socks are one of the most needed and least donated items! Our goal is to raise 1000 socks. Please have student's bring in new socks for men, women or children. RISE students will pick up donations once a week in your classrooms. More info at the assemble and ...
We appreciate what our custodians do for us on a daily basis. Thank you!
VISION SCREENING 2018-2019
The Lions Club is coming to your child’s school to perform the yearly vision screenings required by WA State Law on Wednesday, October 17th. Please be sure your student is wearing their contacts and/or glasses, if they have them. If your child has had a professional eye exam within the last 12 months, and /or you wish to NOT have your child ...
Our first spirit day will be Friday, Sept. 28th. Color War. Encourage your student to wear the specified grade level color:
K-Red1-green2-purple3-blue4-black
Union Ridge Elementary
Principal – Kelly Macdonald
Assistant Principal – Brian Heim
330 N. 5th Ave, Ridgefield, WA 98642
Phone (360) 750-7600 FAX (360) 750-7659
September 14, 2018
Dear Parents/Guardians,
The 2018-2019 school year is off and running! The students were greeted by a staff who are eager and excited to start the wonderful journey of learn...
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Welcome back! I hope your summer was full of great adventures and wonderful memories!
We have added several outstanding teachers to the staff of Union Ridge this year. They are eager to get to know you and to meet their students.
Mrs. Bleth Kindergarten
Mrs. Sullens KindergartenMrs. Christa Mellin
Mrs. Taylor First Grade
Mrs. Oder...
Come join us for our Back to School Night on Tuesday, August 28th from 5:00-7:00PM. Teachers will be available in their classrooms from 5:00-6:00PM for you to meet the teacher, drop off your child's school supplies, see the classroom and meet the other students in your child's class. There will be refreshments in our Bldg B commons and our PTO, Food Services, Family ...
KINDERGARTEN:
1 pair Fiskars metal scissors ***
1 large backpack, labeled with child’s name
2 dozen Ticonderoga No. 2 pencils***
1 Plastic pencil box, labeled with child’s name
12 Elmer’s glue sticks***
1 Watercolor paints
3 Pink Pearl erasers
3 pocket folders, labeled with child’s name
1 baby wipes refill
1 box of Kleenex
1 box of gall...
On a Tuesday afternoon in May, Sara Eastham gathers her second grade class at Union Ridge Elementary School for a short walk down the street to the Ridgefield Community Center for a visit with a special group of friends.
It’s lunchtime, and the senior citizens waiting there for them are thrilled to see the kids when they arrive. Amid the chatter and smiles, everyone...
Copied from the Poetry Moves website:JOIN US FOR THIS WONDERFUL CELEBRATION OF LOCAL STUDENT POETS FOR SEASON SIX OF POETRY MOVES
This Poetry Moves celebration event will feature a poetry reading by the students whose work was chosen through the Poets in the Schools Program and in partnership with Arts of Clark County. It will also feature a C-Tran bus with all poem c...
I wanted to celebrate with you! Here in the library, we made a goal this year to DOUBLE our book checkout from last year. It was a big goal. We set grade-level goals to double what that grade level read the previous year and have tracked it each month. Well, I am super excited to announce that we beat our goal!!!
Last year, our circulation was 20,402. This year we ch...
Thank you to everyone that came and cheered on the students of Union Ridge Elementary! You helped make another successful parade.
My Way Matinee - Sensory friendly, sound lower and lights brighter\
Summer Movie Express - Family fun movies playing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for the summertime. Summer movies only $1Additional Events:English HandoutSpanish Handout
The Union Ridge Library invites you to attend a
Book Exchange
When: At the Spring BBQ, Thursday, June 7th during lunch/recess
Where: Union Ridge Elementary- Building A outside by basketball court
Why?: Because it is fun to read! (And to find a few books for your summer reading.)
What to do: Bring 1 gently used book (or 10!) to the library anytime between today an...
The Happy Hoppers master demo team ofRandy & Jackie Amundson, Ron & Emily Chase, Rex & Jean Tolstrup, and Danny & Carol Williamson, accompanied by music player Tom Halpenny, visited Union Ridge Elementary School on May 14 to educate 150 students about square dancing. Randy spoke to the students about what square dancing is like and reasons we like to dance, introduced...
2018-19 Open Enrollment begins April 9, 2018
Union Ridge Elementary School Office is open Monday-Friday from 7:30AM to 3:30PM through June 29, 2018. Please call (360) 750-7600, if you have any questions.
Here is what you need to register your child:
Kindergarten Enrollment Packet
1st through 4th Grade Enrollment Packet
-Verification of birth date - Child must b...
Union Ridge Elementary
Annual BBQ Schedule
Bldg A Cafeteria
Thursday, June 7th
(Lunch 1st, then recess)
Lunch Begins Return to Class
5th Grade 10:45 11:20
4th Grade 11:05 11:40
1st Grade 11:25 12:00
Kindergarten 11:45 12:20
6th Grade 12:05 ...
With testing coming upon us quickly, our school counselors and behavior specialists are coming around to different classrooms to give students tips about getting their mind into a calm spot. Here are some ideas given to the students:Mental BreaksMore Mental Break Ideas
Tuesday, May 1st was Principal's Day. We appreciate all our principal's do for Union Ridge.
Wednesday, May 16th Kindergarten Parent Info Night 6:00-7:00 PM in building BPlease come to learn about kindergarten for the 2018-2019 school year. Your student is welcome to join you for this event. He/she will visit a kindergarten classroom and will be able to take a small bus ride with you.
March was kIndness month at Union Ridge Elementary. Students performed many different acts of kindness throughout the month of March. We have also been working on having all students understand that mindset matters and that our brain is a muscle which needs to be exercised.
Please come see some of our talented Union Ridge students perform at our Annual Union Ridge Elementary Talent Show on Thursday, March 29th in the Bldg B Commons. Show starts at 7:00PM. Students who will be performing or setting up should arrive by 6:30PM.
At Union Ridge Elementary, we believe every day matters for every student. Research shows that students with regular attendance have greater academic success. To ensure every one of our students has the opportunity to be successful in school and in life, we strongly encourage you to promote regular attendance.If the morning routine is a struggle, following are some tip...
Come join us for the 2018 Jump Rope For Heart Night at Providence Park with the Portland Thorns FC at the Home Opener!
All Jump Rope For Heart participants are welcome to attend. Attendees will receive a ticket to the special match as well as a commemorative Jump Rope For Heart and Portland Thorns bracelet. The top Jump Rope For Heart fundraisers will receive an invi...
Starting Monday, April 9, Ridgefield School District plans to implement a screening process for all visitors entering its schools. The Visitor Management System, from Raptor Technologies is designed to keep students and staff safe by screening all visitors requesting access to school areas where students are present. Staff trainings occurred on March 8th. The new pr...
March 22nd at 7:00PM in the RHS Performing Arts Center. Students need to arrive 15-20 minutes early.
Directions: Starting March 12th , keep track of your exercise on this Washington map log. Every 20 minutes equals one arrow with a maximum of 3 arrows per day. Exercise can be accrued in 10 minute increments. (For example: if you walked 10 minutes early in the day and at lunch, that would be one arrow.) Any questions, please contact Mrs. Murray. Turn in your sheet to ...
Wednesday, March 7th in the Union Ridge Elementary Bldg A Gym.
6:00PM-6:15PM: Kindergarten Performance
6:45PM-7:00PM: 1st Grade Performance
7:30PM-7:45PM: 2nd Grade Performance
Please arrive no earlier than 20 minutes before your students start time. Drop students off at their homeroom class. 1st & 2nd grade parents, you can hang out in the library after 6:00PM...
Parents, As a reminder, the Ridgefield School District has partnered with the “I Love U Guys” Foundation to adopt the Standard Response Protocol (SRP). Work related to this effort began two years ago when the school district closely analyzed emergency responses and actions related to various events.
In January of 2015, the district organized a Rapid Response Active T...
The Kindness Challenge ChecklistWe challenge each student to complete at least 10 acts of kindness from the checklist above. We also encourage all students to not just stop at 10 but to continue demonstrating daily acts of kindness.
2018-19 Kindergarten Registration Starts Soon!
Ridgefield Elementary Schools Begin Kindergarten Pre-Registration on April 9th
What you will need:
copy of your student’s birth certificatecompleted registration packet https://drive.google.com/open?...
For all school registration questions, you can call:
South Ridge Elementary School Office @ 360-619-1500Union Ridge ...
This is the son/special adult event
Date: Friday, March 16, 2018Union Ridge Elementary Building B gym6pm to 6:30 forage for food6:30 to 8:30 games & music
Please note: we will NOT Be playing video games. The evening will be filled with music and physical activities the decorations and food will be Minecraft themed and there may be a creeper or two looking around.
$...
Ridgefield Youth Art Month - Click to the left for the brochure or scan the QR code below.
Watershed Reflections Art and Expression ContestBookmark Contest - Fort Vancouver Regional Library
Union Ridge is a better place thanks to the hard work and dedication of these ladies. From helping kids problem solve, to finding resources for families, to always lending an ear, Mrs. Lutes and Ms. Dunn work tirelessly day after day with a smile on their face. Thank you for all you do! Happy Counselor Appreciation Day!
Keep an eye open for different ways that Union Ridge students are honoring Black History month.
Rotating Specialist Calendar
The rotating daily specialist calendar can be found in the uploaded documents folder under calendars.
January Monthly NewsletterJanuary Monthly Newsletter Part B
Order Form: See's Candy Order FormWhat: See's Candies FundraiserWho: All Union Ridge Students are welcome to sell to family, friends and familiar neighbors. Make sure order form is filled out completely and make sure all checks are payable to Union Ridge PTO.When: January 5th - 19th (Orders will by delivered to your child by February 9th)Why: Up to 50% of all proceeds...
Union Ridge
Students!
‘Dads and Kids’ Pizza Night Event!
FREE Pizza, Drinks and Fun!
Fathers and Father-figures,
On Thursday, January 11 from 6:30-7:30 PM we will be having our 1st annual ‘Dads and Kids’ Pizza Night at our school. You will meet here at the school cafeteria (building B) at 6:30 PM for FREE pizza and drinks. At 6:30, we will have a presentation abou...
Watch D.O.G.S Flyer
Pizza Night Invite
Attention All ‘DADS’ of
Union Ridge Students
‘Dads and Kids’ Pizza Night Event!
FREE Pizza, Drinks and Fun!!!
Fathers and Father-figures,
On January 11, 2018 from 6:30-7:30 pm we will be having our 1st annual ‘Dads and Kids’ Pizza Night at our school. You will meet here at Union Ridge, in Building B cafeteria at 6:30 pm f...
Referrals for testing for participation in the Ridgefield School District’s Highly Capable Program for the 2018-19 school year are currently being accepted. Anyone may refer a student including parents, teachers, other students, and members of the community. Highly Capable Program services are designed to address the needs of highly capable students in grades K-12. You...
Mrs. Eastham’s second grade class brought holiday cheer to some local seniors Tuesday. The students braved the rain and wind as they marched to the Ridgefield Community Center singing carols. They were greeted with bright smiles as the seniors invited the kids to join them at their tables. After introductions, they went straight to work crafting ornaments together. Th...
Union Ridge Elementary is Pursuing Premier! Rooted in the district’s aspirationto become the state’s premier district, we are committed to providing each student a personalized learning experience, opportunities, and skills that ensure success. We actively review data, seek feedback from the community, teachers and students, and evaluate our procedures to make sure we ...
Watch D.O.G.S Flyer
Pizza Night Invite
Attention All ‘DADS’ of
Union Ridge Students
‘Dads and Kids’ Pizza Night Event!
FREE Pizza, Drinks and Fun!!!
Fathers and Father-figures,
On January 11, 2018 from 6:30-7:30 pm we will be having our 1st annual ‘Dads and Kids’ Pizza Night at our school. You will meet here at Union Ridge, in Building B cafeteria at 6:30 pm ...
Head Lice Update letterUnion Ridge families,
Due to the changes in the CDC guidelines concerning school vs Head lice, we wanted to recommend parents work periodic head checks into their schedules.
General Facts about Head Lice
No child should be allowed to miss valuable school time because of head lice. After the live lice are no longer present, the child may retur...
Please click on the following links for the monthly newsletter and connections for home:
Connection Home - Spanish
Connection Home
Early Years
Monthly Newsletter from the Principal - December Edition
Please look at the following website link for a explanation of the safe school route and a map of it:Safe School Route Information
Union Ridge Elementary Giving Tree
What? The Union Ridge Giving Tree helps support families in our community that may be struggling this holiday season. Your generosity helps our families by providing gifts for children in need.
When? Thursday November 9 – Tuesday December 12, 2017.
Where? The tree is located in the ...
Friendly Reminder from The Health Room
This is the time of the year when many viruses and germs are prevalent. Keeping your ill child at home is an important way to limit the spread of germs at school. Sometimes knowing when to keep your child at home is a difficult decision for parents. Unnecessary absences interfere with learning, time off from work can be a problem...
Safety - Traffic Talk
Student safety is of top concern. Please read carefully: Many parents arecrossing with students at non-crosswalk locations on 5th Avenue during pickup and drop off. We need everyone to use designated crosswalks. Whendropping off or picking up while driving - students must enter/exit in front ofBuilding B onto the sidewalk. Students are walking th...
Come learn about current assessments being taken by elementary students in the Ridgefield School District. Information night will take place at 5:30 in the library of Union Ridge Elementary.
Monthly NewsletterR.O.C.K.S + Bully PreventionOctober is both National DisabilitiesAwareness + Bully Prevention month.Students are learning about both inthe classroom, at age appropriateassemblies, and through activities likeKindness Rocks and the Purple HandPledge. Please check out our newBully Prevention resource webpage.SafetyTo ensure the continued safety of our st...
Are you concerned
about your child’s
Development?If so and your child is between the
ages of 3-5 years-old, please join
us during the times listed below
to see if they qualify for our
Developmental Preschool here at
South Ridge Elementary in Social Emotional,
Adaptive, Fine Motor, Speech or cognitive delays.When: Friday, October 20th 2017,
...
Daily Specialist Calendar can be found in the forms section of the website or by clicking on the following link: Daily Specialist Calendar
September 19, 2017
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Communication is a vital part of school success! In an effort to increase our communication with you, I have added an additional newsletter each month. This newsletter highlights various areas of the school that help provide a well rounded education for your child. I hope you will find the following information informati...
Please print the attached prearranged absence form if planning on being out of school. Forms can also be picked up in the office. This is useful for both your child's teacher and the attendance office. Thank you!Prearranged Absence Form
The Safe Route for Union Ridge has been changed. Please click on the following link to view changes and updates: Safe Route
A Big Thank You to all the families who joined us in another successful back to school extravaganza.
Registration documents can be found on our main District website or packets are available at the school office. Office hours are 7:30AM-3:30PM.