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Weekly
News & Updates
April 10, 2023
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Hillsboro School Board Announces Superintendent Finalists | |
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After a months-long process involving an outside consulting firm and a nationwide search, the Hillsboro School Board has announced its three finalists for the Superintendent position: Jon Franco of Portland Public Schools; Rita Raichoudhuri, most recently of Kalamazoo Public Schools in Michigan; and Travis Reiman of the Hillsboro School District.
Each of the finalists will participate in a full day of school visits and meetings with various stakeholder groups, including an open session for the community.
The community forums will be held in the Administration Center Board Room, located at 3083 NE 49th Place, Hillsboro 97124, room 100. People are welcome to attend in person or virtually via Zoom.
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| Monday, April 10, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Rita Raichoudhuri | | Wednesday, April 12, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Travis Reiman | | Thursday, April 13, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Jon Franco | | |
Please see our website for additional information about the candidates’ scheduled meetings and their full biographies. The Board anticipates announcing the new Superintendent the week of April 17. | |
Junior Achievement Discovery Center Groundbreaking | |
On Tuesday, Apr. 4 members of the nonprofit organization Junior Achievement (JA) gathered with representatives from the City of Hillsboro, Hillsboro School District, Northwest Regional Education Service District, and local businesses to commemorate the official groundbreaking for the new JA Discovery Center that will open this fall. In November 2022, the Hillsboro City Council approved a lease with JA for 12,420 square feet of space on the second floor of the Hillsboro Civic Center for the Center, which will host JA’s two signature programs: JA BizTown and JA Finance Park. The Center will provide access to students in Clatsop, Columbia, Tillamook, and Washington Counties, and is the 44th of its kind to open in the U.S. SEE MORE PICS | |
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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End of Third Quarter and No School Day
Third quarter ends on Thursday, Apr. 13 and there will be no school for all students on Friday, Apr. 14. School resumes and fourth quarter begins on Monday, Apr. 17.
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Arab American Heritage Month
April is Arab American Heritage Month - a time to recognize and celebrate the diverse backgrounds and faiths, vibrant traditions, bold innovations, hard work, commitment to community, and patriotism of Arab Americans. Learn more at arabamericafoundation.org.
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Bond Update: Liberty’s Solar Array Nears Completion
With all panels installed, and final wiring and equipment installation in process in the shed, Liberty High School’s 64kW solar array is nearly completed…READ MORE
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Final HSD Early College Information Session
The deadline to apply for the 2023-24 cohort of HSD’s Early College Program is Friday, Apr. 14. Attend the final information session either in person at the Oak Street Campus Pathways Center or virtually on Google Meet from 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Apr. 11 to learn more.
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Spring Series of Superintendent Coffee Chats
Please join Superintendent Mike Scott for a series of Coffee Chats in the coming weeks. There will be four morning sessions at coffee shops around the District’s attendance area, and one evening session in Spanish...READ MORE
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Black Village Family Advisory Committee Meeting
The next meeting of the Black Village Family Advisory Committee will take place from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. via Zoom on Monday, Apr. 10. All families with students who identify in whole or in part as Black/African-American/African are welcome to learn, grow, and unite as we come together to build a better community for our children.
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Kindergarten Fairs
Families of incoming kindergartners are invited to join us for one of two district-wide Kinder Fairs: Thursday, Apr. 13 at Lincoln Street Elementary School; and Thursday, Apr. 27 at Witch Hazel Elementary School…READ MORE
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City of Hillsboro Kicks off Earth Week
Bring the family to the Walters Cultural Arts Center to kick off Earth Week with Jessa Campbell and the Saplings! This whimsical and wonder-filled matinee show bridges the worlds of music and ecology at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Apr. 15 at the Walters Cultural Arts Center. Tickets are $5 in advance or $7 day of show.
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Educational Equity Advisory Committee Meeting
In accordance with SB 732, HSD has formed an Educational Equity Advisory Committee (EEAC) to advise and inform the Superintendent and School Board on issues related to equity and corresponding practices. The next meeting of the EEAC takes place on Monday, Apr. 17 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. both virtually and in the Administration Center Board Room. Public seating is available.
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Career and College Pathways Steering Committee Meeting
Join us for our Spring CCP Steering Committee meeting from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Apr. 20. We will start off in the Administration Center Board Room, but will then travel to schools to see CCP in action. Please fill out this form by Monday, Apr. 17 to choose the program or initiative you would like to experience. We look forward to seeing you!
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Synapse Healthcare Career Explorations Program
HSD rising sophomores and juniors who are interested in health science careers are invited to participate in a four-day, hands-on immersive program at Pacific University June 19 through 22. Space is limited; apply by Friday, Apr. 28…READ MORE
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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 workshop for parents, guardians, and caregivers from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Apr. 22 at South Meadows Middle School. Space is limited, register by Apr. 18...READ MORE
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Crystal Apple Awards Dinner
Congratulations to the thirty-six HSD staff members who have been nominated for a Crystal Apple Excellence in Education Award! To see who takes home the coveted award, purchase a ticket to the Crystal Apple Awards Dinner, taking place Thursday, Apr. 27 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at NW Events & Environments.
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Virginia Garcia Career Fair
Graduating high school seniors and other job seekers are invited to attend Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center’s first annual Career Fair from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Apr. 13 at the Beaverton Wellness Center…READ MORE
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Pix in the Park Voting
Voting has begun to determine the free movies that will be shown outdoors at parks around the city this summer. Select your favorites between now and Thursday, May 11…READ MORE
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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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