To My East Valley Community,
As promised, I am following up to share that information which I am able to provide. Though I have to consider how much is wise to disclose, I am taking the risk of oversharing. If we are to improve as a school community and community at large, it is going to be through truth, regardless of how difficult that truth is.
The social media threats made last night, resulting in the closure of all eight campuses today, were not anonymous. Unfortunately, those who perpetrated the threats are (or were) East Valley students. Though no victims were named, threats of harm were made against EVHS students who identify as LGBTQ+. Law enforcement was immediately contacted and the legal process was underway while I was communicating the closure of our schools just before midnight yesterday. Several arrests have been made already today and additional arrests are anticipated. Furthermore, the individuals known to be involved in the threats will be emergency expelled; be assured a full and thorough investigation is in process. I will send out another message next week and prior to our schools returning from spring break.
Aside from being your school district superintendent, I am also a father. As both, I feel compelled to share my raw heart today. The intolerance, ignorance, and hate that sometimes comes to and through the schoolhouse doors is horrific at best. It is the same hate, intolerance, and ignorance displayed throughout society on any given day. After all, schools are but a microcosm of society. The cruelty of the world, and that which humanity places upon its own kind, is far more disturbing than the words I am able to come up with. I do not live in a fantasy land; however, I do believe in kindness and most definitely in the golden rule. This incident does not define East Valley; this is not who we are or who we wish to be. We will continue our efforts to educate and to practice acceptance. Hate has no place in East Valley.
I stand with, and in this case, in front of our students against hate. I humbly ask you to stand with me...and for them.
Together, we are East Valley
Brian L Talbott
Superintendent
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Hello East Valley Students, Staff and Families,
I am deeply saddened to share that tonight we have learned of some social media threats made against East Valley High School students. Thus, we have made the decision to cancel all schools (district-wide) tomorrow, Friday March 31st. Law enforcement is involved in this matter and they are conducting their own investigation on this matter as well. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide any additional information at this time; however, we will provide an update when we are able to do so.
Again, all EVSD schools have been cancelled on March 31st to ensure the safety and security of our students and staff. Additionally, all school related activities are also cancelled.
Join us tonight for our monthly bite night! Enjoy some great food while also supporting the Otis Orchards Elementary PTO! On Wednesday, March 29, 2023, from 4 pm to 8 pm River City Pizza (4707 N Harvard Rd) will be donating a portion of its sales to help support the school.
Washington ranked first and second in the nation in 2022 for the most recertified and new NBCTs. We are so proud and grateful for our 2022 recertified teachers!!
View the full list of all regional teachers here: http://bit.ly/40hgN4M.
Mark Your Calendars! On Friday, April 21st the Annual Donkey Basketball Game returns to East Valley High School! Brought to you by East Valley's FFA (Future Farmers of America) Chapter!
Join the Otis Orchards PTO tonight for Trivia Night! A fully charged smartphone or tablet is required to play. $30 per family/team - students MUST be accompanied by an adult - no drop-offs, please. Pizza, popcorn, and drinks will be available to purchase. The top 3 teams will receive a prize!
Otis Orchards McTeacher Night - Join the Teachers and Staff of Otis Orchards for McTeacher night at the Liberty Lake McDonald's (1306 N Liberty Lake Rd, Liberty Lake, WA): Thursday, March 2, 2023, 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm.
PACE Trait for March - Diligence
“Diligence is defined as persistence, dedication, and hard work. Some may say these qualities are deep-rooted within individuals while others say they are acquired. It is my experience that they are both.” - Tracie Husted, Intervention Specialist, West Valley School District and PACE guest columnist for March 2019.
Who comes to mind when you think about diligence?
Kindergarten registration begins today, March 1, 2023!
Due to weather conditions, all East Valley schools will be on a 90 minute delay today.
Just a reminder that there will be no school tomorrow, Monday, February 20, 2023.
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There will be no school on Monday, January 16, 2023
East Valley Wrestling Club begins Tuesday, January 10th!
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Thank you to the Spokane Valley Firefighters Local 876 labor union for donating coats to students at Otis Orchards through Operation Warm!
What an incredible night! Thank you East Valley families for braving the weather and attending Flight Knight at the Historic Flight Foundation. A night around discovery, exploration and learning about aviation and potential career pathways.
Thank you to our East Valley teachers and administrators , Kent Allen and Sara Ernst from East Farms for teaching the students tonight and Rachel Schuerman (East Farms Principal) and Karen Cloninger (Assistant Superintendent) for supporting this event.
Also, a big THANK YOU to our sponsors Jenna McDonald from EWU’s Medical Department (EWAHEC), Aaron Hamilton from the Air National Guard, Civil Air Patrol and Life Flight for their donations to make this event totally free for our families.
#thankyou #TogetherweareEastValley #HistoricFlightFoundation
Trades Night was an amazing night! Thank you to all who attended. Favorite quote of the night: "Holy cow. It was INCREDIBLE. Very well organized and so engaging for the teens. I didn’t know it would be half outdoors (although probably obvious)- would have dressed more appropriately. My boy (and I) learned to patch drywall and met a young man who fell in love with plumbing after attending the event one year. He spoke so passionately about his work which was great for my son to hear. I could have stayed there all night but my boy wanted the dinner out that I bribed him with. I just cannot believe all these companies come together on the same night to make this happen. It exceeded my expectations by 1000%
