SISTERS, Ore. – On Monday, Sisters High School opened its doors exclusively for its newest students. The dedicated orientation day gave incoming freshmen a chance to explore the building, meet upper‑class mentors and hear about expectations for the upcoming school year.
Mentors guide the way
Upperclassmen volunteered as mentors, leading small groups on tours of classrooms, labs, the gym and the arts wing. They answered questions about schedules, clubs and extracurricular activities, helping the younger students feel more comfortable in their new environment.
Freshmen share excitement and nerves
Braylin Stanford, a freshman, said, “I’m excited, but also really nervous. I’m looking forward to more experiences, making friends and figuring out what I’m going to do for college.” Kirt Jamison noted the creative projects on display, adding, “I’m pretty excited. There’s a lot of cool art I saw and past work of students like guitars that I’m really interested in.” Bryleeanne Saunders expressed a desire to try new things, saying, “I really want to say yes to a lot of things this year. I want to try a lot of new things and sports.”
First‑day schedule
After lunch, the freshmen followed a shortened version of the regular class schedule, moving from room to room, meeting teachers and learning about classroom expectations. The day concluded with a brief assembly where administrators reminded students of school policies, the importance of respectful behavior and the value of parental involvement.
Community support
The orientation highlighted the strong community ties that Sisters High School enjoys. Local parents and alumni attended the event, offering words of encouragement and emphasizing the role of family and faith in shaping a supportive learning environment. School officials reiterated their commitment to providing a safe, values‑centered education that prepares students for both academic success and responsible citizenship.
As the school year gets underway, staff, students and families look forward to a productive and enriching year at Sisters High School, built on the foundations of faith, family and freedom.
Original reporting: KTVZ (Central Oregon) — read the source article.
