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Weekly news & updates
Keeping you up to date
on the latest news and events
in the Hillsboro School District

January 18, 2021
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SELECT UPCOMING EVENTS

Jan 18
No School - Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Jan 19
The Black Village Family Advisory Committee Family Engagement Meeting (see related article)
7 p.m.

Jan 21
SPED Parent Partnership Zoom Meeting (see related article)
5:30 p.m.

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Safe and Welcoming Schools
The protests at the Capitol last week affected all of us, including students. Our staff has done a great job fielding questions and holding space for respectful dialogue about the impact of those activities on students’ belief systems and feelings of safety and security, both physical and emotional. 

As we prepare for the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris this Wednesday, Jan. 20, we want to remind all students, staff, families, and community members that Hillsboro Schools are safe spaces for everyone. It is our job to educate and to be respectful and politically-neutral, while encouraging students to develop empathy and critical thinking skills. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. 

There are a lot of anxiety-producing scenarios at play in our community and in our world right now. Please take care of yourselves and one another - we can all use a little grace and kindness!
MLK Day of Service

Monday, Jan. 18, is MLK Day, a federal holiday marking the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This is the first day of 2021 where you can enjoy free admission to national parks that charge entrance fees, and is also recognized as a day of service where people are encouraged to give back to their communities. Check out Hands on Greater Portland for information about volunteer opportunities.
Featured Video: Legislative Priorities
Oregon’s elected officials will convene on Tuesday, Jan. 19, for the 2021 Legislative Session. During the session, they will determine the state’s biennial budget and will consider thousands of changes to current law. Our School Board adopted a slate of education priorities for the Legislative Session and prepared a video summarizing key points. HSD patrons are encouraged to get involved. Learn more and access resources on the Budget Matters page of our website.
NEWS
Thank You Staff!
In the midst of the ongoing pandemic and ever-changing circumstances, we just wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank our staff members for their flexibility and dedication to students. Special thanks to our Nutrition Services, Transportation, and Custodial staff as essential on-site workers!
Vaccine Availability for Educators
On Tuesday, Jan. 12, Governor Brown announced that Oregon will be expanding COVID-19 vaccination to include K-12 educators and staff as early as Jan. 23, 2021...
Black Village Family Engagement Meeting
The Black Village Family Advisory Committee will host a family engagement meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 19, at 7 p.m.; families of students identifying as Black/African American/African are invited to participate...
Special Education Parent Partnership Meeting
The next Special Education Parent Partnership meeting takes place on Thursday, Jan. 21, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m…
Latino Parent Advisory Meeting
HSD’s Latino Virtual Parent Meeting takes place on Wednesday, Jan. 27, at 6:30 p.m.; all families of students identifying as Latino and/or Mesoamerican Indigenous are welcome to attend...
2020 Graduation Rate Data Release
Oregon graduation rate data for the class of 2020 is set for public release on Thursday, Jan. 21; we will post the data on our website once we have it, and will share highlights in next week’s Hot News.
In-District Transfer Reminder
Just a reminder that students wishing to continue a current in-district transfer or request a new in-district transfer for the 2021-22 school year can apply for priority consideration in the month of January by using our online transfer request application at https://hsdtransfer.hsd.k12.or.us/.
Bond Update: ES29 Construction Phasing
The opening of “ES29,” the new elementary school to be constructed in south Hillsboro, has been postponed from fall 2022 to fall 2023, as a result of recent enrollment projections. Construction will occur in two phases from summer 2021 through summer 2023...
Understanding Yourself as a TAG Learner
High school students identified as Talented and Gifted (TAG) are invited to watch a series of short videos that are intended to help them understand themselves as TAG learners, and to participate in optional live discussion sessions on Wednesday afternoons...
Pacific University Music Education
Pacific University is offering online after school music education classes on voice and all instruments; the registration deadline for next semester’s classes is Jan. 25...
Hillsboro Schools Foundation Gala & Auction
The Hillsboro Schools Foundation’s annual Gala & Auction event takes place virtually on Friday, Feb. 19; registration is free, and optional meals and “WOW!” boxes are available for purchase...
The HSD Board of Directors comprises seven elected members serving four-year terms and three student representatives serving a one-year term. Board members are community volunteers and do not receive compensation for their work. Board members establish policy based on Oregon and Federal laws governing schools. The Board approves policies for the Superintendent to implement. Email: School Board.
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