End of First Semester and No School Days

First semester ends on Thursday, Feb. 1. There will be no school for all students on Friday, Feb. 2 and Monday, Feb. 5 as teachers prepare grades and get ready for second semester, which begins on Tuesday, Feb. 6.

2024-25 Calendar Update

At their meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 23 the Board suspended the calendar adoption process and asked staff to bring a post-Labor Day start option for the 2024-25 school year to the February work session for first reading. For future calendar planning, staff will convene a group to look more closely at the variety of factors influencing and impacting scheduling decisions. 

2024-25 In-District Transfer Priority Window

The priority window for 2024-25 in-district student transfer requests is Jan. 1-31, 2024. Resident HSD students who wish to either continue a current in-district transfer or request a new in-district transfer for the 2024-25 school year are encouraged to apply during this time for the best chance of approval…READ MORE

HSD Family Saturday Academy

HSD invites all families to join us for a morning of integrated sessions on social-emotional learning, mental health, technology, and more from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Feb. 10 at R.A. Brown Middle School. Breakfast and childcare will be provided; please register in advance.

Immunization Exclusion Day and Vaccine Events

Students attending public schools in Oregon must have all required vaccinations or a medical or nonmedical exemption to remain enrolled after Feb. 21, 2024. Our school-based health center at Century High School is holding a series of vaccine events on Mondays to help ensure students have the vaccines they need in advance of this date. The next event takes place on Monday, Jan. 29…READ MORE

Hearing Screenings



Starting in February, HSD will conduct hearing screenings for students in grades 1 and 3. For more information or if you would like to opt your child out of screening, please talk to your school’s office manager or call the District’s Hearing Screening Team at 503-844-1748…READ MORE

Self Regulation Seminar

HSD’s Student Services department invites you to join Dr. Robinson for a seminar on self regulation during stressful times. The event takes place from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 1 at the Administration Center. Pizza, drinks, and childcare will be provided. 

Give Kids A Smile Free Dental Clinic

In honor of National Children’s Dental Health Month, Pacific University’s dental hygiene program is hosting a free Give Kids a Smile event on Saturday, Feb. 3 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at their Hillsboro clinic (222 SE 8th Ave.). Children ages 5-18 will receive dental cleanings, exams, x-rays, fillings, and extractions (as needed). Call 503-352-7373 for an appointment; no insurance or proof of identification required.

Mental Health Workshop in Spanish 

Spanish-speaking families are invited to a Mental Health Workshop from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 7 at Witch Hazel Elementary School. Activities for children, food, and a chance to win a $25 Visa gift card will be available.

API Family Engagement Lunar New Year Celebration

The Asian and Pacific Islander Family Engagement Committee invites you to celebrate the Year of the Dragon at a Lunar New Year event from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8 at Poynter Middle School. The event features food, arts and crafts, a lion dance, and raffle.

Fentanyl Awareness Family Night

HSD is hosting a Substance Use Family Night with a focus on Fentanyl Awareness on Thursday, Feb. 8 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Zoom. During the event, families will be able to hear more about the district’s lessons, as well as systems of support in both HSD and Washington County.  

Budget Committee Vacancies

There are currently two vacancies on the HSD Budget Committee. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Community members from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply! Learn more here. 

Girls in Sports Day

Hillsboro Parks & Rec invites participants to its Girls in Sports Day from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Feb. 10 at Hidden Creek Community Center. This free event will allow youth in grades 3 through 8 the opportunity to rotate through different sports stations, learn the basic skills and rules of each sport, and play fun games. Registration required.

Intergalactic Challenger Chess Tournament

All HSD students are invited to participate in a free space-themed chess tournament at South Meadows Middle School from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10. Sign up on the tournament website with access code b6w95k. Contact Daniel Valdes with any questions. 

Nominate an Outstanding Staff Member

Award season is in full swing and there are several ways you can nominate your favorite HSD staff member for the recognition they deserve. The Crystal Apple Award nomination deadline has been extended to Friday, Feb. 9; Pamplin Media’s Amazing Educator nomination deadline is Wednesday, Feb. 14; and Oregon’s Teacher of the Year and Education Support Professional of the Year nominations are due by the end of February.

HSF Blazers Night

The Hillsboro Schools Foundation invites you to join them at the Moda Center on Friday, Mar. 8 to watch the Blazers take on the Houston Rockets. All who order through the link by Monday, Feb. 5 can enter the arena 30 minutes early to watch warm-ups, and 22 lucky kids will be chosen to high-five the Blazers as they come out of the tunnel. Tickets start at $25.