Strategic Planning Community Survey

As part of our strategic planning process, we invite anyone connected to the Hillsboro School District to take a survey (English, Spanish) on how we can better support our students through their educational journey. Please share your thoughts and feedback with us by Friday, Nov. 4.

Educational Equity Advisory Committee Meeting

HSD’s Educational Equity Advisory Committee will hold its next meeting on Monday, Oct. 17, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Audio will be streamed via Zoom…READ MORE

Superintendent Coffee Chats

Superintendent Scott will hold Coffee Chats from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 18 at Longbottom Coffee & Tea, and from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 19 at Ava Roasteria…READ MORE

Bond Update: Liberty Solar Array Canopy

Construction continues briskly for the solar array canopy on the north side of the Liberty High School campus. Soil now covers the laid utility lines. Footings have been excavated to prepare for construction of the building's columns. When completed in February 2023, the array is expected to produce over 50 kW of electricity and provide students with opportunities to explore sustainable power production. Learn more at hillsboro-bond.org.

FAFSA/ORSAA Application Workshop

Current HSD high school seniors are invited to attend a FAFSA/ORSAA Application Workshop from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 18 at Glencoe High School. Ask questions and get support from school staff and college representatives on completing your financial aid application and creating an OSAC account for the Oregon Promise.

Family College and Career Fair

Current HSD high school students and their families are invited to a College and Career Fair from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 26 at Century High School. Join us to hear from local colleges and community organizations, and learn more about admission requirements, payment options, and financial aid.

Safe Schools and School Bus Safety Week

The week of Oct. 17 celebrates both Safe Schools Week and School Bus Safety Week. This is a great time to revisit all of the systems and structures HSD has in place to keep students safe; as well as the appropriate precautions to take in, on, and around school buses...READ MORE

Digital Citizenship Week

October 17-21 is Digital Citizenship Week, a time to help students reflect on how their digital lives impact their social and emotional well-being. Check out these resources for elementary, middle, and high school students and learn more at commonsense.org.

Great Oregon ShakeOut

International ShakeOut day takes place on Thursday, Oct. 20 at 10:20 a.m. This is a day where millions of people worldwide will participate in drills to practice their response and evaluate their preparedness for a major earthquake. Learn more at shakeout.org/oregon.

Washington County Chamber Distinguished Youth Award

The Washington County Chamber’s Annual Awards Gala provides an opportunity to recognize businesses, individuals, and organizations that have made significant contributions to Washington County. Know a student or group of students deserving of the Distinguished Youth Award? Nominate them by Friday, Oct. 21…READ MORE

PAX Tools Workshop

PAX Tools is a collection of evidence-based, trauma-informed strategies to improve cooperation and self-regulation with youth. Join a free virtual workshop for parents, guardians, and caregivers from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 24 (English) or Tuesday, Oct. 25 (Spanish). Space is limited, register by Oct. 21…READ MORE

Homework Help for Grades K-8

The Shute Park Hillsboro Public Library, in partnership with Jesuit High School, is offering free homework help for students in grades K-8 on Mondays from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Support is available in English and Spanish.

Prescription Drug Turn-In and Shred Events

Hillsboro Police are holding their Prescription Drug Turn-in event on Saturday, Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Main Police Station, and their Shred It event on Saturday, Nov. 5 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hillsboro School District Administration Center.

TriMet Proposal Impacts Bus Service to Hillsboro

TriMet’s Forward Together Draft Plan aims to improve ridership and connections to destinations, many of which would bring new or expanded service to key areas of Hillsboro. However, Glencoe High School, the Brookwood Library, and other locations would lose service. Learn more here. Share your voice through an online survey, in person at the Shute Park Library on Oct. 20, or at virtual sessions on Oct. 22 (Spanish) and Oct. 27 (English).

Staff Flu Shot Clinics Rescheduled

Staff Flu Shot Clinics have been rescheduled for 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 24 in the Century High School Library, and from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 28 in the Administration Center Board Room. More information is available here. Additional questions? Contact Michelle Brady.

Strategic Plan Feedback Sessions for Staff

Staff will have two opportunities to see the work-to-date on our 2023-2027 Strategic Plan and provide their feedback in live virtual sessions with our consultant: Thursday, Oct. 20 from 4 p.m. to 5:15 p.m., and Tuesday, Oct. 25 from 3:45 p.m. to 5 p.m. Please join us!

Post Your Volunteer and Donation Needs

Staff have the opportunity to post school-specific volunteer and donation needs to the district website. These requests will be listed on the Volunteer Opportunities and Donation Opportunities pages on our website. Hopefully this will help generate some additional support for your school. If you have questions, please contact your Volunteer Coordinator.