Waldo Middle School

Waldo Middle School, built in 1957, was named for Daniel Waldo. He was born in Virginia in 1800 and made the journey to Oregon in 1843 with his wife and family.

Waldo Middle School, built in 1957, was named for Daniel Waldo, one of Oregon’s most enterprising and innovative early pioneers. He settled a 1,000-acre homestead in what is now called Waldo Hills. He engaged in many enterprises in Oregon, and was a lawmaker and judge. Mr. Waldo spent the last years of his life living in Salem until his death on September 10, 1880. A committee of Salem citizens su

ggested the name “Waldo” when the school was built. Parish and Leslie, the other area junior high schools, had been named for pioneers. In 1968 the staff at Waldo decided to replace the lawn in the courtyard with a garden filled with native Oregon plants and trees. Science teacher Wes Niemela directed a group of students and staff who worked for two years to complete the project. They collected plants from the forests around Salem and from Mr. Niemela’s garden. The courtyard garden is still a centerpiece of our school, providing a suitable habitat for a family of ducks who return each year in the spring. During the 1996-97 school year the second courtyard at Waldo began a transformation that mirrored the efforts of Wes Niemela and his students. Science teacher Mike Weddle and the Roots and Shoots/Leo Club he organized were responsible for creating another native Oregon species courtyard. This courtyard is complete with a pond, waterfall, native Oregon trees, plants, and animals. In 1997-98 Waldo was the first secondary school in Oregon to institute a unified dress code. It was very positively received by students, teachers and parents. In 1998-99 Waldo started the first year of a three-year grant titled, “The Lighted Schools Grant.” The project gives Waldo students supervised after-school classes, clubs and field trips. It also provides family evening activities for the entire community, and night classes for adults and students living in the Waldo area. Waldo Middle School has a staff of 65, and includes grades six through eight. Mrs. Tricia Nelson is the principal and the assistant principal is Mr. Jon Penhollow. Waldo's nickname is the "Mustangs."

-According to the "Waldo Mustang" website

08/04/2026

A day in the life of…. Summer School Edition ~ Un día en la vida de... Edición Escuela de Verano

Videos are on Waldo’s IG/Ay videos en la cuenta de IG de Waldo

07/30/2026

Summer school bus routes-
For student safety, all students are expected to use the bus stop closest to their home address. For questions or concerns, please contact the transportation department at 503-399-3100. There’s still time to sign up for summer school! ~ Información sobre las rutas de autobuses escolares de verano- Por la seguridad de los estudiantes, se espera que todos los estudiantes usen la parada de autobús más cercana a su domicilio. Para preguntas o inquietudes, comuníquese con el departamento de transporte al 503-399-3100. ¡Todavía hay tiempo para inscribirse en la escuela de verano!

07/27/2026

Athletic registrations are open! 7th & 8th graders, take advantage of these free/low cost sports physical opportunities ~ ¡Las inscripciones deportivas están abiertas! Alumnos de 7o y 8o grado, aprovechen estas oportunidades para recibir un examen físico deportivo gratuito o de bajo costo

07/27/2026

Take advantage of these resources that can help with school supplies, a backpack, & gently used clothing ~ Aproveche estos recursos que pueden ayudar con útiles escolares, una mochila y ropa semi nueva.

07/22/2026

Take advantage of this coupon starting August 10th to receive a 20% discount on most product categories at all Big 5 locations. ~ Aproveche este cupón a partir del 10 de agosto para recibir un 20% de descuento en la mayoría de las categorías de productos en todas las ubicaciones de Big 5.

07/20/2026

School Supplies List ~ Lista de Útiles Escolares

07/03/2026

Mark your calendars & take advantage of these upcoming giveaways ~ Marquen sus calendarios y aprovechen estos próximos sorteos

07/03/2026

06/10/2026

Tomorrow’s field day schedule ~ Horario del día de campo de mañana

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Location

Salem

Telephone

+15033993215

Website

http://waldo.salkeiz.k12.or.us/

Address

2805 Lansing Avenue NE
Salem, OR
97301

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm