🎃 Our First Annual Trunk-or-Treat!
We’re excited to invite our families to our First Annual Trunk-or-Treat on October 29th (5:00-6:00)! Join us for an evening of costumes, decorated trunks, treats, and lots of fall fun with our school community!
🚗 Want to host a trunk? We’d love to have you! Please contact the school office or your child’s teacher to sign up.
We can’t wait to celebrate with our students and families and make our first Trunk-or-Treat a spooktacular success! 🎃🍁
11 days ago, Cheryl Fried
Trunk or Treat
Just a reminder, school starts at 10:30 on October 19th.
12 days ago, Cheryl Fried
Late Start - October 19th
Enroll your preschooler today!
16 days ago, Sydney Westerman
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No School October 14th, 15th and 16th.
17 days ago, Cheryl Fried
No School
Just a reminder, school starts at 10:30 on October 12th.
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late start - October 12th
Today, October 5th, is late start Monday. School will start at 10:30.
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Late Start - October 5th
Tomorrow (September 28th) is late start Monday. School will start at 10:30.
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late start - Sept. 28th
Just a reminder, tomorrow (Monday, September 21st) is late start day. School will start at 10:30.
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late start - sept 21st
Join us for our Fall Literacy Night on September 23rd! See the attachment for more information. We hope to see you there!
about 1 month ago, Cheryl Fried
Literacy Night

Late Start Monday - September 14th, 2026. School will start at 10:30.

about 2 months ago, Cheryl Fried
Late Start - Sept. 14
Otis Families,
Please review the following attendance information.
Respectfully,
Mrs. Cheryl L. Fried
2 months ago, Cheryl Fried
attendance letter
Open House this evening 4:00-5:30.
2 months ago, Cheryl Fried
Open House
We’re Hiring! 🩺

We’re looking for multiple Registered Nurses to join our team! If you’re passionate about supporting students and making a difference in the lives of children and families, we want you on our team!

📚 Join our team and make a difference.
👉 Apply today and help us keep our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn!
2 months ago, Sydney Westerman
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Hello, Otis Orchards Families!

We can’t wait to welcome everyone back and see both familiar and new faces! 🌟 Please join us for our Annual Open House on August 24 from 4:00–5:30 p.m.

This is a wonderful opportunity to meet our staff, visit classrooms, and get ready for an amazing new school year together. Please see the attached flyer for additional information, including school supplies needed for K–6 students.

We’re so excited to see you all soon and kick off another fantastic year at Otis Orchards! ❤️⭐

See you on August 24!
3 months ago, Cheryl Fried
Open House
2026-27 Open House Dates and Times!
3 months ago, Cheryl Fried
open house
To My East Valley Community,

After announcing my plans back in August, I did my best to stay focused on the work and not on the fact this would be my final year in P–12 public education. The month of June made that impossible. Packing up my belongings and preparing for my official exit at the end of the month has brought the reality into sharp focus. Though I am experiencing many emotions, my headspace is primarily filled with a deep sense of peace.

Serving in East Valley the past five years has been the greatest honor of my 33‑year career. Stepping away was not an easy decision, however, it was the right one for my family—especially for (and with) my bride, Tricia. I want to acknowledge her and our children, Colton, KayLeigh, and Kyler; their support and understanding made it possible for me to lead with full commitment.

I’ve had the privilege of serving as superintendent in three remarkable districts; however, it has been some time since I’ve experienced the level of connection, pride, and true community that exists here in East Valley. This place is special because the people here are special.

To our students—you are the reason we do this work. Your reliance, curiosity, and spirit inspire us daily.

To our educators—you are the heartbeat of this district. Your grit and dedication to/for kids and to one another is unmatched.

To our families and community partners—your trust, advocacy, and belief in our students make all the difference. We can't do it without you

To our Board - thank you for maintaining your focus on best outcomes for all students and for leading with heart.
Together, we are East Valley!

Thank you for welcoming me, for your partnership, and for reminding me what it feels like to belong. I look forward to continuing to live, serve, and cheer alongside you - Once a Knight, always a Knight!

With love and gratitude,
Brian L Talbott
4 months ago, Sydney Westerman
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🌞 Happy Last Day of School! 🌞

Today is the final day of an amazing school year! We want to remind families that dismissal will be at 10:30 a.m.

Thank you to our students, families, staff, and community for making this such a wonderful year filled with learning, growth, friendship, and memories. We are incredibly proud of all that our students have accomplished and grateful for your partnership and support along the way.
5 months ago, Cheryl Fried
dismissal
Kindergarten Graduation and Sixth Grade Promotion will be held on June 16th. Please view attached document for more details.
5 months ago, Cheryl Fried
celebration
Just a quick reminder, there is no late start tomorrow (June 15th). School will start at 9:00AM.
5 months ago, Cheryl Fried
no late start
K-5 Field Day is this Friday (June 12th). See the attached flyer for more specifics!
5 months ago, Cheryl Fried
Field Day