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November 20, 2023

Annual Weather Issue

It’s Thanksgiving week, which means it’s time for our annual ‘weather issue’ of Hot News! This is where we like to remind families about how we make inclement weather decisions and how those decisions are communicated. Our district is very large - spanning 204 miles - and within our boundaries are elevations ranging from 140 feet to more than 1500 feet! That means the weather conditions can vary greatly from one area to another. Our goal is always to ensure the safety of all of our students and staff - be they our 10,000+ bus riders, student drivers, walkers, bike riders, or those transported by parents. And when we make an inclement weather decision it applies to all schools. Learn more about the decision-making process and how we will communicate with you on our website at hsd.k12.or.us/weather. Stay warm!

Jeff Johnson to March in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Congratulations are in order for Jeff Johnson, Director of Bands at Poynter and Evergreen Middle Schools! He has been selected to join a marching band of 400 band directors from across the country in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday, Nov. 23.  The Saluting America’s Band Directors parade entry will convey its theme, “America’s band directors: We teach music. We teach life.” to recognize the extraordinary dedication and accomplishments of band directors and music educators everywhere. According to Jeff, “this will be a transformative and enriching experience that I can bring back to my students’ everyday enjoyment of music-making.” Let’s all watch for Jeff on Thursday morning - so exciting! Thank you for representing us and making us Proud to be HSD!

UPCOMING EVENTS 

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MON, NOV 20

THUR, NOV 23

FRI- SUN NOV 24-26

No School all week


HSD Classified Job Fair

2:00 p.m.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Portland Indigenous Marketplace

10:00 a.m.


NEWS

No School Days and Family Conferences


There will be no school for students the week of Nov. 20 for family conferences and the Thanksgiving holiday. Please plan to attend your child’s conference! This is an important connection point where you can discuss educational progress with your child’s teacher(s). 

Fall District Newsletter: A Look Inside Hillsboro Schools


The fall edition of our bi-annual district newsletter, A Look Inside Hillsboro Schools, is complete and currently being delivered to all households in the HSD attendance area. Look for it in your mailbox, or read the digital version here. The Spanish version will be ready soon and will both be added to our website and mailed directly to households that have indicated their preferred language is Spanish.

Thank You for Your Support of the 2017 Bond


We couldn’t have done it without you! From the planning for the bond measure to its passage in November 2017, then to the implementation of over $500 million in projects from 2018 through 2023, HSD’s community has provided tremendous support for the 2017 Bond. This includes our voters, taxpayers, families, staff, and contractors. You’re the reason for its success – thank you so much! Read more about our bond work in the fall edition of A Look Inside Hillsboro Schools. 

HSD Classified Job Fair


Join us for a Classified Job Fair from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 20 at the District Administration Center. We are currently hiring special education assistants, Nutrition Services staff, custodians, substitutes, and more…READ MORE

Strategic Plan Community Survey Reminder



Please take a few moments to complete our Strategic Plan Community Survey by Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023. The results will be used to help us make adjustments to our plan heading into the 2024-25 school year…READ MORE

HSD Transportation Invites to you Stuff the Bus


Our HSD Transportation department has partnered with the Hillsboro Elks Lodge to bring cheer to children in need this holiday season. Please help them Stuff the Bus with new, unused, unwrapped toys and other items for children ages newborn to 18 by Friday, Dec. 1. Donations can be dropped off at either the Walnut Street or Jacobson Street locations.

Hillsboro Schools Foundation Can and Bottle Drive


The Hillsboro Schools Foundation will receive a 20% matching donation from BottleDrop for depositable cans and bottles dropped off during their Holiday Give campaign. So stop by the HSF office at 5193 NE Elam Young Parkway in Hillsboro between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 25 and drop off as many cans and bottles as you like! See flyer

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