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Weekly
News & Updates
STAFF EDITION
August 29, 2022
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Welcome to the 2022-23 School Year | |
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The 2022-23 school year is almost here and we can’t wait to get started!
If you missed your child’s back-to-school packet or would simply like to access an electronic version, you can find it on the Back-to-School page of our website.
This week, staff will be reaching out to families to establish an initial connection and see if there are any resources or supports their student needs to be successful. Families are also encouraged to fill out the District’s resource request form if they would prefer to put their request in writing.
Many families likely have questions about how we are approaching COVID and other health-related topics. In short, the Hillsboro School District will maintain many of the mitigation strategies that were in place last school year, such as reinforcing good health hygiene habits of frequent hand washing and sanitizing, covering your coughs and sneezes, and staying home when you are ill. Some strategies have been relaxed and will be optional for most students and staff members, such as mask wearing, set amounts of physical distancing, and cohorting. Still other strategies that were either put in place or modified solely because of the pandemic (e.g. COVID dashboard, staff pop-up rapid testing clinic) have been phased out as they are not sustainable long-term. Learn more in the full article on our website.
Hot News is produced and emailed to HSD families and staff each week school is in session. Please add the address to your “safe sender” list to make sure you always receive the latest issue. Please also bookmark our district website: hsd.k12.or.us and the 2022-23 School Year page: hsd.k12.or.us/202223schoolyear to stay informed about what’s happening in our district and schools.
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FEATURED EVENT: Oregon’s First-of-its-Kind, Industry-Recognized Youth Apprenticeship Program Kicks Off in Hillsboro | |
We are thrilled to announce that Hillsboro School District, in partnership with the City of Hillsboro and local businesses, has launched the Hillsboro Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship, Oregon’s first-of-its-kind, industry-recognized youth apprenticeship program. This innovative two-year program provides a unique and equitable pathway for high-school students to receive hands-on, paid training that prepares them for a career in advanced manufacturing. The program’s first cohort includes six Century High School juniors, who are participating in the school’s Industrial and Engineering Systems Career and Technical Education (CTE) program. The youth apprentices will begin their work with two Hillsboro-based companies, Jireh Semiconductor and Tosoh Quartz, on September 6...READ MORE | | |
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Click here for the full calendar
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| MON, SEP 5 | TUE, SEP 6 | WED, SEP 7 | SUN, SEP 11 | TUES, SEP 13 | | No School
Labor Day Holiday | First Day of School for Grades 1-6, 7 and 9 | First Day of School for Grades K, 8, 10-12
ACADEMIC SEMINAR | National Day of Service and Remembrance | Board Meeting 5:15 p.m. | | |
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The first day of school for students in grades 1-6, 7, and 9 is Tuesday, Sep. 6. The first day for students in grades K, 8, and 10-12 is Wednesday, Sep. 7. Please note that Wednesdays are Academic Seminar days, which means that middle and high schools will start their day 30 minutes later than normal, and elementary schools will end their day 30 minutes earlier than normal.
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A lot of landscaping work and cleanup has been taking place at all schools to refresh the grounds for the new school year. Of particular note is the volunteer work of Johnson Lawn Care Services at Eastwood, Indian Hills and Minter Bridge to supplement our short-staffed groundskeeping crews – we very much appreciate your contributions!
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With the completion of eight new, secured entry vestibules this summer, every building in the district now has an additional set of locked doors that prevent visitors from accessing the building beyond the main office or reception area. The vestibules are part of the final touches to the multi-layered security approach implemented by the bond to deter, monitor, and limit access into buildings…READ MORE
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Due to changes in federal funding, meals for the 2022-23 school year will no longer be offered free of charge to all students. Families will be responsible for meal costs unless their child attends a Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) school or they are approved for free meals…READ MORE
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Our school-based health center at Century High School provides physical and mental health services for HSD students Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Learn more at hsd.k12.or.us/sbhc.
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The Oregon Health Plan (OHP) is open to all children and teens younger than 19, regardless of immigration status, who meet income and other criteria. Learn more in these flyers (English, Spanish) and on the Oregon Health Authority website.
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As we enter the fall sports season, we want to remind families that elementary and middle school students must be accompanied by an adult (18+) at varsity football games. High school students must show their school-issued ID to enter. Admission will be charged for all spectators, except high school students with an ASB card. Thank you for helping us ensure a safe and positive experience for everyone at our high school football games.
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High School families received a communication last week about transportation challenges related to a significant bus driver shortage. For at least the first quarter of 2022-23, we will be unable to provide transportation to groups prior to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays. Read more on the Activities and Athletics page of our website.
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From time to time, it may be necessary to use herbicides and/or pesticides to treat pests on our school or district grounds. These products are never applied on a routine basis or for purely aesthetic purposes; they are only used after all other available options have been exhausted and/or proven to be ineffective, or when the pest presents an imminent safety issue. Communication will be sent to affected school or district communities in advance, and a notification will be posted at the site of the application to enhance student, staff, and community safety. Learn more on the Integrated Pest Management page of our website.
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The Hillsboro School District is currently accepting applications for its Community Curriculum Advisory Committee (deadline: 9/15/22) and Budget Committee (deadline 11/1/22)…READ MORE
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The Oregon School-Based Health Alliance is offering nine-month paid internships for youth who are interested in public policy, health promotion, and leveraging youth voices. Applications are due Aug. 31. Learn more on the OSBHA website or in this flyer: English, Spanish.
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Benefits Open Enrollment
All eligible HSD employees are required to complete benefits enrollment by Monday, Sep. 5. This applies to those wishing to make changes to their benefits AND to those who are keeping their coverages the same, opting out, or waiving benefits. Learn more at hsd.k12.or.us/benefits.
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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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Hillsboro School District Communications Department
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