FULL CALENDAR HERE: Camas Ridge Community Organization Calendar

Hi Camas Families,

At Camas Ridge, we focus on our values of being Welcoming and Safe. In these early weeks, students are practicing what this looks like—cooperating with others, using safe bodies, and following routines. Each day we model, remind, and celebrate their progress as they grow in confidence and care for one another.

Camas Curriculum Night 

We will have pizza in the cafeteria starting at 5:00PM, so come in and enjoy a slice or two before we begin our night. We will also have information about our Camas Ridge Community Organization (our parent group) volunteer opportunities, SMART Readers and our School-wide Title 1 services for parents in the cafeteria. Please note our format is different from last year's. 

We will need parents to sign our school-wide compact for Title Services in their homeroom classes as we are a Title School.

Teachers will provide homeroom, grade-level curriculum presentations in their classrooms at the below designated times and our specials teachers (gym, music) will do the same during their below level times. 

Here is our Agenda:

09/25/2025 5:00PM - 6:30PM

5:00PM - 5:30PM (soft opening) in the cafeteria with CRCO/Volunteer sign up, SMART Readers and Title 1 School-wide information and pizza/salad for parents

5:30PM - 6:00PM K-2 curriculum in homerooms,

6:05PM - 6:35PM 3-5 curriculum in homerooms

5:30PM - 6:30PM Specials in their classrooms ( 2 - 30 minute sessions)

We will end the last session promptly at 6:35PM.

At Camas Ridge Community School, we celebrate all types of diversity. Our families share the common goal of providing their children with a progressive and academically engaging education.

Last school year, our staff (licensed teachers) worked together to review our practices so that families clearly understand how we celebrate and honor special days at school.

We envision a school community where every student feels a strong sense of belonging, receives a culturally responsive education, and are prepared for future success. Our motto—Wonder, Explore, and Grow—guides us in creating learning experiences and traditions that nurture curiosity, creativity, and community.

More than just a set of guidelines, Camas Ridge is building a movement to support and uplift every student, with a special focus on underserved groups:

We are committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment where every child is valued and celebrated.

Together, as we Wonder, Explore, and Grow, we’re excited to continue building traditions that reflect the diversity, creativity, and spirit of our Camas community.

Picture Day is scheduled for Monday, October 13, 2025. Lifetouch will be reaching out to families via email with details about photo packages and pricing. Keep an eye out for that communication if you're interested in purchasing a photo package, you can also go to my.lifetouch.com and use

We’re excited to announce that our annual Jog-a-thon will take place on Wednesday, October 15! This fun, energetic event promotes fitness and school spirit while raising funds to support school programs and activities. Keep an eye out for more information on pledges, volunteer opportunities, and event logistics.

Get ready to lace up your shoes or hop on your wheels! Our school will be participating in Walk & Roll to School Day on Friday, October 17. This event encourages students and families to walk, bike, scooter, or skate to school; promoting healthy habits, reducing traffic, and supporting a cleaner environment. More details coming soon! 

Thank you,

Principal Hobie

Save the Date for our October General Meeting: Wednesday, October 8th!

All are welcome to join us for our October General Meeting & Volunteer Orientation Wednesday October 8th from 6:30PM - 8:00PM in the Camas Community Room. We will kick off our meeting with our annual volunteer training and orientation, including a school tour. We will then talk about our upcoming events, like Jog-a-thon, Harvest Festival and Walk & Roll to School Day! Light snacks & beverages provided.

It’s not too late to sign-up for your class Contact List!

Everyone who signs up before this Friday 9/26/25 will be entered to win a shirt or sweatshirt of their choice from our Fall Shirt Sale Fundraiser!

Sign-up for the 2nd Grade Contact List 

Veterans Day Honor Wall at Camas Ridge

Camas Ridge is continuing the Veterans Day tradition of honoring our school community's veterans with an honor wall. We ask that our students and staff submit photos of their loved ones/family that have served our country in the military, including their name and relationship to the Camas student and we will create a display (please feel free to include their military branch, tours of duty or other relevant information if you so wish). Use the form here to be included!

The Honor Wall will be created the last week of October and stay up for about a month at Camas Ridge. Please submit all photos by Wednesday, October 17th if possible! If you would like to help us email camasridgepto@gmail.com.

Our Camas Shirt Sale Fundraiser is open thru October 2nd!

We have a zip-up hoodie, pullover hoodie & crew neck sweatshirt, a long sleeve tee, baseball tee & a short sleeve option. Our color palette this fall is cozy greens & blues. All options are available in youth thru adult sizing at least 3X, with some going up to 6X! Place your order by 10/2/25! Once the sale is over, it’s over!

There are so many ways to help support our students & staff, build community & make a positive impact at our school! Sign-up below to get notified when volunteer opportunities arise, to get information about specific events, or to learn about ways to help. We would love to have you in whatever ways you can help, there are so many things you can do, regardless of whether or not you have a little time or a lot. 

VOLUNTEER TRAINING

We will be hosting a volunteer training & orientation at our October 8th Camas Ridge Community Organization meeting at 6:30PM in the Camas Community Room (located by the cafeteria, enter from the parking lot through the South doors). New & old volunteers are encouraged to join us for training so you are ready to help support as soon as the school and teachers are ready this school year. Camas Ridge is at our best when we have volunteers at school supporting our community!

CURRENT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

WALK & ROLL TO SCHOOL DAY: Families are encouraged to meet Amazon Park so we can all Walk & Roll to school together. Buses will be dropping students off at the south end parking lot at Amazon Park and we will need volunteers to help chaperone students to the building. 

JOG-A-THON: Our Jog-a-thon fundraiser is right around the corner & we need volunteer support to make it a success!! From working the water table to marking laps, we need your help! Sign-up here to support.

STAFF APPRECIATION: This year we are showing our staff how much we appreciate them every month of the year. Our next Staff Appreciation Event is our community hosted soup & salad bar on Thursday October 9th. We will need community members to help set up, and provide soups, salads, bread & treats , as well as some helping hands to clean up. Sign-up here to see how you can help!

COMMUNITY CLOSET HELPER: We can always use some helping hands to wash, fold & sort clothing donations, organize the closet space & more. If you are interested, please email us, this is an ongoing, flexible volunteer role that can work with your schedule! 

GENERAL VOLUNTEER LIST: Want to be added to our volunteer email list? Stay in the loop about new volunteer opportunities at Camas year round. Sign-up here. Join our Volunteer GroupMe -to get updates on volunteer needs around the building as soon as they come up: bit.ly/camasvolunteergroupme

LIBRARY: Are you interested in supporting your student's classroom during their weekly library time? Reach out to our librarian Mrs. Ardoin (ardoin_c@4j.lane.edu) for information on library volunteer opportunities. 

COMMUNITY GARDEN: Help our garden thrive! Work with the Camas Ridge Garden Club & join our Garden GroupMe to get in the loop: bit.ly/camasgardengroupme

Want to volunteer? Make sure you have filled out the 4J Volunteer Form first. For volunteer application questions contact Jolie Brantley at (541) 790-7693 or email volunteersupport@4j.lane.edu.

Once your volunteer application is approved by 4J: Schedule a time to volunteer with your student's classroom teacher or the Camas Ridge Community Organization. Check this newsletter or the CRCO webpage & Facebook Group for opportunities. Reach out to the Camas Ridge Community Organization if you have questions!

FROM THE CAFETERIA - Find our monthly Breakfast & Lunch Menus online!

Weekly Schedule: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri: 7:55AM - 2:25PM, Weds: 7:55AM - 1:10PM