Students and staff at Bend High School are starting the new school year with a very exciting upgrade: a brand-new building, complete with fresh hallways and a new café, has officially opened its doors to kick off the academic year.
The milestone marks a significant chapter for one of Bend’s most storied schools, giving students a modern, welcoming space to learn, connect, and thrive. New halls mean new possibilities — from updated classrooms and gathering spaces to a café that promises to make lunchtime a little brighter for everyone on campus.
The opening of the new building is a tangible investment in the young people of Bend, and the community has every reason to celebrate. School communities across Central Oregon know that the physical environment matters: bright, well-designed spaces can inspire creativity, encourage collaboration, and make students feel proud of where they spend their days.
Meanwhile, Bend’s wildlife community also has something to cheer about. Think Wild, the local wildlife rehabilitation center, recently released a juvenile golden eagle back into the wild following a successful rehabilitation. The release is a testament to the dedication of Think Wild’s team and volunteers, who work tirelessly to give injured and orphaned wildlife a second chance at life in their natural habitat.
The golden eagle — one of North America’s most majestic raptors — is now soaring free over Central Oregon skies, a heartwarming reminder of what compassionate, skilled care can accomplish. Think Wild’s rehabilitation work is a quiet but vital part of what makes Bend’s community so special: people here genuinely care for the world around them, whether that means supporting local students or nursing a wild bird back to health.
From new school hallways to open skies, it’s been a week worth celebrating in Bend.
