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February 6, 2023

National School Counseling Week & CTE Month

In the Hillsboro School District, we are committed to all students graduating career and college ready. Not only is it the district’s mission, it’s our passion and commitment to students and the broader community. Our school counselors and career and technical education teachers play an integral role in the achievement of this mission each and every day.  


February 6 through 10 is National School Counseling Week, sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA). The theme this year is “School Counselors: Helping Students Dream Big.” The purpose is to highlight the unique contribution of school counselors within our school buildings, and the tremendous impact counselors have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career. Please join us in celebrating the nearly 90 HSD school counselors, school-to-career specialists, support and wellness counselors, care coordinators, Youth Contact counselors, and their district supporters during National School Counseling Week!

 

February is also National Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, sponsored by the Association for Career and Technical Education. It is a public awareness campaign that takes place each February to celebrate the value of CTE and the achievements and accomplishments of CTE programs and educators across the country. We have much to celebrate in our Hillsboro community, as we continue to expand and grow our CTE opportunities for our students. The vision and passion of our CTE staff is the reason why the Hillsboro School District is recognized across our state for excellence in the area of Career and College Pathways!

Family Library Nights at Rosedale Elementary School

Thanks to a generous grant from the Hillsboro Schools Foundation and Richard B. Siegel Foundation, Rosedale Elementary School’s library has been offering monthly “Your Story Matters” events for each grade level. Families are invited to attend with their child, browse the school’s collection of books, and enjoy the space together. Snacks, gifts, prizes, and the book that is read aloud are given away to participating families. Fifty-one families attended the 2nd grade event in January, and they’re hoping for an equally great turnout for the 3rd grade event on Wednesday, Feb. 15...MORE PICTURES

UPCOMING EVENTS 

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MON, FEB 6

TUES, FEB 7

SAT, FEB 11

MON, FEB 13

No School - Teacher Grade Prep Day


Community Curriculum Advisory (CCAC) Meeting on Zoom

7:00 p.m.

Century School Based Health Center Immunization Clinic

8:30 a.m.


SEL Family Engagement Night Evergreen Middle School

5:30 p.m.



OMSI Family Science Night with NAYA

6:00 p.m.

Virginia Garcia Vaccination Clinic

10:00 a.m.

Early College Family Information Session at Hilhi

6:00 p.m.

NEWS

Bond Update: A Year of Tamarack Construction


It’s been almost a year since the building contractor mobilized and started construction on the Tamarack Elementary School campus. View a time-lapse video of the work so far. The school will be opening this fall, under the direction of newly-selected principal Christy Walters. Stay updated on hillsboro-bond.org.

Superintendent Search Survey


All HSD stakeholders are invited to share their feedback on the skills, qualities, and characteristics they would like to see in our next superintendent. Please complete this brief survey (English, Spanish) by Tuesday, Feb. 7.

Strategic Plan Feedback and Input


As we get closer to completing our draft 2023-2027 Strategic Plan, we invite all HSD stakeholders to review the plan’s core elements and provide their feedback by Friday, Feb. 17. Your input will be very valuable as we work toward developing a final version to present to the School Board for first reading on Tuesday, Mar. 14.

Love the Bus Month


Love the Bus Month is an opportunity to thank each of our school bus drivers and transportation staff for their tireless efforts to get our students to and from school safely each day! Visit LoveTheBus.org to download coloring sheets and cards that your students can personalize and give to their drivers. Remember to say thank you in person and share shoutouts on social media using #LoveTheBus, @Hillsboro_SD, and @CityOfHillsboro.

Immunization Exclusion Day



In order to attend schools in Oregon, students must be immunized against eleven vaccine-preventable diseases, including Polio, Measles, Hepatitis, and others. Vaccination against COVID-19 is not currently required. Students who do not have the required shots by Wednesday, Feb. 15 will be excluded from school. Learn more on the Oregon Health Authority website, and contact the District Nurse assigned to your school with questions. 

Governor’s 2023-25 Budget Proposal


Governor Kotek released her budget proposal for the 2023-25 biennium on Tuesday, Jan. 31. The Governor’s Budget is historically seen as a “starting point” from which the legislature begins its discussion on how to allocate funds for the coming two-year period. Her earmark of $9.9 billion for K-12 education is significantly higher than the Legislative Fiscal Office’s recommendation of $9.5 billion, but still leaves HSD short of what would be needed to maintain actual service level…READ MORE

Budget Committee Applicants Sought



In HSD is currently seeking applicants for our Budget Committee. Serving on the Budget Committee offers members a unique opportunity to contribute to an essential aspect of District operations, while learning about the budget development process and the factors involved in making school budget decisions. Learn more here and apply by Feb. 17.

HSD Substance Use Awareness Night


Families are invited to join us virtually on Wednesday, Feb. 15 to learn more about current trends in fentanyl use in teens within Washington County and HSD substance use systems of support at our virtual Substance Abuse Awareness Night…READ MORE

Hillsboro Public Library Student Success Newsletter



Hillsboro’s public libraries are offering drop-in activities and crafts on the Feb. 6 no-school day. They will also provide homework help, FAFSA assistance, and bilingual activities this month. Learn more in the February edition of their Student Success Newsletter (English, Spanish).

Teen Art Contest



Calling Teen Artists: Through Saturday, Feb. 18, Washington County Cooperative Library Services is holding a Teen Art Contest for their summer reading program. The theme is Find Your Voice! Get information about entering and prizes here.

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