2026 School Consolidation Legacy Project
In the fall of 2025, the Corvallis School Board moved forward with a school consolidation plan to address district budget challenges, leading to the closure of Letitia Carson Elementary School and Cheldelin Middle School in June of 2026. While these changes are difficult, both schools remain a deeply valued part of our community’s history.
This archive was created to honor, share, and celebrate the lasting legacies, cherished memories, and impact of Letitia Carson Elementary and Cheldelin Middle School.
Letitia Carson Elementary School (1963-2026)
Time Capsule
The time capsule was created by the students at (then) Wilson Elementary School who were part of the creation of Wildcat Park. Each class contributed pieces to the time capsule! It was reopened by students at “Wildcat” Elementary during the COVID pandemic on a Zoom assembly so all students could share in the fun even when watching from home!
Coming Soon: Letitia Carson Memories Digital Scrapbook
During the recent community celebration, attendees were invited to share their favorite school memories through handwritten notes and drawings. We are currently in the process of gathering, scanning, and organizing these heartfelt pages to create a digital scrapbook.
Please note: This gallery is a work in progress. We are still collecting and digitizing submissions, and this gallery will launch soon.
School-Wide Photos
Below, you can view school-wide photos of students and staff captured at Letitia Carson Elementary (formerly Wilson Elementary). Expand the sections below to view the photos.
Cheldelin Middle School (1967-2026)
Cheldelin Middle School Celebration Video
This video tribute was originally shared during the Cheldelin community celebration. It features a collection of student-created videos alongside an original poem, written and performed by Cheldelin students, capturing what their school community means to them.
Cheldelin Poem
You can view or download the complete text of the Cheldelin student poem here. It is a lasting tribute to the friendships, memories, and school spirit that defined the Cheldelin community.
Cheldelin Campus Tours & Interviews: Student Reels
Take a look at Cheldelin through the eyes of students! In this collection of short, creative video reels, students give quick tours of their favorite campus spaces, share reflections on what they will miss most, and interview staff.
Cheldelin: Every Brick has a Story
A school’s legacy lives on in the stories of the people who walked its halls. At our recent community celebration, and through our online announcement, we invited people to share their personal reflections and favorite memories of Cheldelin.
