Riddle Elementary School will remain closed Friday, September 11, as we address the bat activity in the building and take preventative measures and improve our building for safety. We are hopeful that students will be able to return Monday, September 14. We understand that an unexpected school closure creates real challenges for families, and we are grateful for your patience and support. We will keep you updated as the work progresses. Here’s what’s happening now: We’re continuing to consult with the Douglas Public Health Network, Oregon Health Authority, and Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife as needed. We are working with a state-preferred licensed bat specialist on what is called a “humane exclusion process” that allows bats to safely leave while preventing them from returning. This work also includes identifying and sealing potential entry points. We are also developing plans to support continued learning just in case the closure needs to extend beyond Monday. Thank you for your patience and support as we work to ensure our students can safely return to a high-quality learning environment as soon as possible.
Reminder! NO SCHOOL for Riddle Elementary on Wednesday (09/09) and Thursday (09/10). Please see previous post for more details.
Dear Riddle Elementary Families,
Riddle Elementary School will be closed Wednesday, September 9, and Thursday, September 10, due to continued bat activity in the building. Out of an abundance of caution, the district is taking this time to thoroughly inspect the building and complete the necessary cleaning and bat-removal measures. We are working to make the best possible decisions based on the information and professional guidance available to us.
Throughout this process, the district is working closely with the Douglas Public Health Network, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW), and a professional bat specialist. The safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority. We will provide families with an update Thursday afternoon regarding the progress made and the next steps for reopening the school. Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and understanding.
Volleyball practice schedule change for today, Tuesday, September 8th. All practices will be held at the high school gym. High School will be 4:00-6:30pm. JH B-Team will be 6:30-7:30pm, A-Team will be 7:30-8:30pm. Go Irish!
The elementary school will be open and in session tomorrow on our regular schedule.
Prior to students and staff returning tomorrow, our custodial staff will focus on cleaning the affected areas and ensuring those spaces are ready for occupancy. We will also continue to closely monitor the building and respond immediately should any additional bat activity be observed.
Thank you for your patience and support as we have worked through this situation! We are looking forward to week two.
Riddle School District had a great first week! We want to wish everyone a great long weekend for Labor Day. We will be closed Monday, September 7th. Go Irish!
JH Volleyball practice will be held from 6:30-8:30pm tonight (Friday, 09/04) at the High School.
Riddle Elementary Emergency Closure! Out of an abundance of caution, we are sending students home today (Friday, 09/04) due to the presence of bats in the school building. The safety of our students and staff is our highest priority. We are working to address the situation and will ensure the building is safe before students and staff return. We will provide families with additional information as it becomes available. We hope everyone has a great long weekend!
JH Volleyball will be holding practice at the high school from 7:00-8:00pm with a parent meeting immediately following. Go Irish!
Our Riddle Elementary School Panther Handbook is ready for 2026-2027! Please take a minute to read it to find updates regarding current staff, schedules, school dismissal, cafeteria, Riddle School District App, positive behavioral support structure, general rules and more! We are looking forward to a really great year!
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Panthers! Happy first week of school to everyone. We wanted to remind parents about student drop-off, pull up to the hydrant to allow space for two cars to drop off at once. Please do not use the Staff Only, small parking lot, for student drop off, but instead use the parking lot across the street.
RHS Volleyball vs Prospect, tonight, 08/31, 6:00pm.
LATE BUS! Riddle Elementary busses needed to combine due to an emergency at the bus company. R2 & R4 will be combined and running late today.
JH Football Update! Coach Hackett will be hosting practice next week, Monday - Thursday (08/24) from 6:30-7:30pm.
Green & White Night Event Schedule for tonight, Friday, August 21st. Go Irish!
RHS Irish! Football Parent Meeting: Wednesday, August 19th @ 7:00pm, Football Field.
Panthers! Come in and Meet the Teacher. We will be opening the building for a teacher meet-and-greet on Thursday, August 27th from noon - 2:00pm. Bring your school supplies and get settled in before the first day of school.
Calling all preschool-to-college students in Douglas County! Get ready for the new school year at the 2nd Annual Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Umpqua Community College. For more info: https://thriveumpqua.com/backtoschool/
HS Volleyball Open Gym! Open gym will be held Monday - Thursday (August 10 - 13) at the high school gym for grades 9-12, 5:30 - 7:30pm. Parent meeting will be Wednesday, August 12th @ 6:00pm. Go Irish!
New Ventures Schedule Update! This Friday's (07/24) field trip to Umpqua Discovery Center in Reedsport will return at approx. 4:00pm. This is one hour earlier than originally planned.