A note to DSD2 families about today's event in Bend, OR

Dear DSD2 Families, Many of you have seen the news this afternoon about the shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend. Details are still coming in, and our hearts are with the Bend-La Pine school community tonight. I want you to hear directly from me that our Dallas schools have strong safety measures in place, including secure vestibule entrances. School will be in session tomorrow and run as usual. We have been in contact with the Dallas Police Department, and you may see additional officers near our buildings tomorrow morning. The safety of our students and staff is always our greatest priority.  You may consider limiting your children's access to the news covering today's event, r epeated images and coverage can increase anxiety, especially for young children.  Your children may have questions this evening. Be prepared to listen, you don't need perfect answers. Let them know that the adults at home and at school are paying attention to their safety every day. Our counselors will be available at every school tomorrow for any student who wants their support. If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to your principal. Thank you for trusting us with your kids. Steve Spencer Superintendent Dallas School District No. 2

Thursday, Oct 15 2026

Welcome Back to School!

Welcome to the 2026–2027 School Year! What You Need to Know The 2026–2027 school year begins with the first full day of school for all students on  Wednesday, September 9, 2026 . Morrison, K–5, 6th grade, and 9th grade orientation takes place on  Tuesday, September 8, 2026 . We are excited to welcome you into our buildings and look forward to seeing your smiling faces! Below are several updates and important messages to review before the school year begins. This information is also available on the district website. In this message 2026–2027 Calendars Student & Parent Handbooks Emergency and School Closure Notifications Student Transportation Free School Meals for All Students School Board Meetings Who to Contact 2026–2027 Calendars Key dates and school-level calendars for the 2026–2027 school year are posted on the district website. You can view the full academic calendar here:  2026–2027 Academic Calendar  ( versión en español ). Additional key dates are listed on the  School Calendar page . Student & Parent Handbooks Our student and parent handbooks include important information about starting school, school safety, instruction, and student rights and responsibilities. These are good documents to keep at your fingertips, so please take a moment to review the handbook for your student's school: Elementary School Handbook  ( Manual de escuela primaria ) Middle School Handbook High School Handbook You can also review the  K–12 Code of Conduct  and all district policies on the  Handbooks & Policies page . Emergency and School Closure Notifications The district uses  ParentSquare  and  FlashAlert  to communicate school closures, delays, and emergencies. In the event of inclement weather, we will notify local radio and television stations by  5:30 a.m.  The same information is posted on the district website, on FlashAlert, and on the Facebook pages of each school and the district. There are four kinds of inclement weather notifications: School closed. Two-hour delay — all buses run regular routes two hours late. Snow routes only, no delay. Two-hour delay AND buses on snow routes. Parents make the final decision about whether it is safe for their child to attend school on bad-weather days. For full details, please review the  Emergency Closure and Inclement Weather page , and sign up for alerts through  FlashAlert  and  ParentSquare . Student Transportation If your student needs to ride the bus, please complete the  Student Rider Registration Form . You can look up routes and stop times using  Bus InfoFinder . Information about  Special Education Transportation  is also available online. Mid-Columbia Bus Company  is the contracted transportation provider for Dallas School District, located at 1501 Main Street, Dallas. You can reach them at  503-623-7245  or  midco@dsd2.org . You may also contact Todd Baughman, DSD2 Transportation Director, at 503-623-8480 or  todd.baughman@dsd2.org . More information is on the  Bus Information page . Free School Meals for All Students Dallas School District participates in the  Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) , which means  all students at all DSD2 schools can receive free breakfast and lunch  at no cost, regardless of income. Families do not need to fill out an application to receive free meals. View this month's menus for  Elementary ,  LaCreole Middle School ,  Dallas High School , and  Morrison Campus . A secure online payment system,  MyMealtime , allows families to add funds for à la carte items and extra milk. More information is on the  School Meals page . School Board Meetings The School Board is a group of elected community members who set goals for the district and decide how resources are used to support our students. The Board meets on the  second Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m.  in the Board Room at the Dallas School District Office, 111 SW Ash St., Dallas, OR 97338. A list of scheduled meetings and information on how to provide input to the Board can be found on the  School Board page . Who to Contact If you have questions, please visit our  Contact Us page  or call the District Office at 503-623-5594. We look forward to a wonderful school year! Sincerely, Steve Spencer Superintendent, Dallas School District No. 2

Wednesday, Sep 02 2026

Summer Lunch Program 2026

Dallas School District will offer free lunch for all kids and teenagers ages 1 through 18 at two locations from June 22nd, 2026 to August 21st, 2026. Meals must be consumed on site. There will not be meal service on Friday July 3rd, 2026.  Lunch Locations:  Whitworth Elementary School  1151 SE Miller Ave, Dallas, OR Served from 11:00 am. - 12:00 p.m. Woodbridge Meadow Apartments 288 SE Dimick St. Dallas, OR Served from 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Monday, Jun 01 2026

National Weather Service Advisory

Greetings Dallas School District Families, Over the past few days, our district facilities have weathered significant rain and high winds without incident, even as some neighboring districts have experienced delays or closures. We are aware that the National Weather Service has issued additional flood alerts and wind advisories beginning Wednesday, December 18, from 8:00 a.m. through 7:00 p.m . At this time, Dallas School District schools are planned to remain open and on time for the remainder of the week. As always, we continue to monitor conditions closely. There is the possibility that severe weather could result in a power outage. If a delay or closure is necessary before buses begin their routes, families will be notified promptly through ParentSquare, similar to our snow or ice delay procedures. If conditions change during the school day, we will provide as much advance notice as possible and work with Midco Bus Company to coordinate an early dismissal. Our schools have plans and resources in place to keep students safe until they can be reunited with their families. When making decisions about remaining open or closing schools, our two primary considerations are our ability to provide heat and meals for students. If we can safely maintain these services during a short-term outage, we will continue operations. If power restoration is expected to take longer, or if we cannot ensure students remain warm and fed, we will make the decision to close school. We encourage families to review their plans for a potential early dismissal. This message is intended to keep you informed and prepared should weather conditions change. Thank you for your continued partnership and support. Sincerely, Steve Spencer Superintendent Dallas School District

Wednesday, Dec 17 2025