schools
january19
2017
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Schools Update: Winter Weather and School Closures
the temperature on the surface of the road. The infrared delayed start will be the call. However, if conditions
temperature gauge has proved very advantageous on look to remain the same or become worse, a closure is
When winter weather hits, the Vernonia School several occasions. Earlier in the fall the air temperature in order.
District sometimes has tough decisions to make on was below freezing but road temperatures were above
Another factor that also must be considered is
whether school will be in session, on a 2-hour delay, or 32 degrees. Buses ran on schedule this day, and there the condition of roads leading into Vernonia, and out
if a full closure is warranted.
We’d like to share the were no incidents of slippage.
of neighboring communities. Mr. Miller is monitoring
following information regarding what actually goes
Another tool Rob relies on is his cell phone conditions in these areas to ensure that staff are able to
into the decision of delaying the start of school or antenna booster. It allows him to have access to the arrive safely to work. The safety of our students, staff
canceling school for the day.
internet regardless of where he is driving. He is able and fellow community members out on the roads is our
Rob Curl, owner of Curl School Bus Services, to look at multiple radar systems with real time data number one concern.
provides the greatest input to the District on these matters and, thanks to Google Earth technology, he can look at
The VSD would like to thank Rob Curl for
and takes these decisions very seriously for the safety individual routes to see where the moisture is tracking. his dedication to the safety of our students and staff.
of our school children and our bus drivers.
By 5:30 am Rob contacts Superintendent Miller His efforts help to make the best informed decision
Mr. Curl provided the following information and provides his recommendation. Together they make possible given the information at hand. Thanks to Rob
on how he assesses the safety of our roads during the decision to go on schedule, delay the start of, or and Curl School Bus Services!
questionable weather.
cancel school altogether.
On days when road conditions are questionable The most important
Rob is out driving the bus routes by 4:15 am. He factor in determining a
communicates with truck drivers all over the Vernonia, delayed start or a full
Mist and Birkenfeld communities getting fi rsthand cancellation is the overall
reports of road conditions from one end of the district safety of our students
to the other. With the enhancement of technology, Rob and the forecast for the
monitors temperature gauges and radar to help assist in remainder of the day.
his recommendation. As most people do, he watches
Vernonia High School Athletic school accomplishments are acceptable
If conditions are
the temperature gauge in his truck. However, to take it a forecasted to improve as
Department is seeking nominations to qualify for the VHS Hall of Fame.
step further, Rob has infrared technology that shows him the day goes on, likely a
for the Vernonia High School Athletic If a community member is being
Hall of Fame. Nominations can be nominated their contributions to the
for individuals, teams or community athletic programs need to be listed.
members. Nominations should be sent
In actuality applications are ac-
to: Vernonia HS, 1000 Missouri Ave., cepted at all times during the year with
continued from page 12
Vernonia, OR 97064, c/o Gordon the selections being made in January
a major decision.
10 ranked teams state wide; the Log-
and February. Th e induction ceremony
Jarman, AD.
Nick Bennett, at 152, also fi n- gers are ranked #10 in the state with a
Nominations should include will be scheduled in mid to late April.
ished 6 th and had two wins by fall before 9-2 record overall.
past recognition for state level For a list of all requirements for qualifi -
losing his fi rst match by a 4-2 decision
Several games that were can-
achievements by athletes or teams. cations to the various levels of the VHS
and then having to forfeit his two re- celled due to weather have not yet been
Th ese accomplishments should be Hall of Fame contact Gordon Jarman
maining matches.
rescheduled, including important home
verifi able through newspaper clippings, Athletic Director VHS, at the above ad-
James Watson won two matches match ups against currently ranked #3
pictures, post season records and dress or through e-mail: gjarman@ver-
by fall at 170 pounds.
Life Christian and #8 Columbia Chris-
not just opinions by those wishing nonia.k12.or.us.
While the team didn’t travel to tian, although a game against Gaston
to nominate a candidate. Post high
the Oregon Classic on January 13-14 was rescheduled for Wednesday, Janu-
due to weather concerns, Lene Jacobsen ary 18.
went on her own and placed 3 rd out of 16
wrestlers at 138 pounds. After losing her Girls Basketball – The Lady Loggers
fi rst match, Lene came back to win her fell to Faith Bible in overtime 51-44 on
next 4 straight matches. “An amazing ef- January 3, ending Vernonia’s 47 game
fort,” said head coach Barnes.
win streak against Northwest League
Vernonia will host Neah-Kah- competition. The girls rebounded with
Nie and Yamhill Carlton for a meet on two wins, defeating Knappa 59-36 at
January 26 and Warrenton and Riddle on home on January 4 and then traveling to
February 7.
Nestucca for a 44-20 win.
10 am at Vernonia Christian Church
The Lady Loggers currently sit
410 North Street
nd
Boys Basketball – After defeating Faith in 2
place in the Northwest League
Vernonia,
OR 97064
Bible 76-25 on Janaury 3, the Loggers with a 6-1 record, although they will pick
fell to Knappa 61-53 at home on January up a forfeit win over Delphian who is no
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The team bounced back with a 53-47 win
The Lady Loggers have an 8-5
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over Nestucca on January 6.
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organization, to present information on
The Loggers are currently in 2 nd state. A cancelled game against Colum-
Trusts, Wills, and Advanced Directives.
place with a 4-1 record in a very tough bia Christian has not yet been resched-
Northwest League that has 4 of the top uled.
By Barb Carr
VHS Hall of Fame
Nominations Being Accepted
VHS Winter Sports Report
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