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in the Hillsboro School District

February 1, 2021
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SELECT UPCOMING EVENTS

Feb 1
No School- Licensed Prep Day

Feb 4
6:30 p.m.

Feb 9
Board Meeting Work Session
5:15 p.m.

Feb 10
5:15 p.m.

Feb 15
No School- Presidents' Day

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February is Black History and National CTE Month
Forty-five years ago, President Ford declared February “Black History Month” in a commemorative speech where he urged Americans to “seize the opportunity to honor the too often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.”

At their meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 26, the Hillsboro School Board read a proclamation recognizing Black History Month. Here is an excerpt:

The Hillsboro School District honors and acknowledges the central role of Black Americans in U.S. history. The Hillsboro School District is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and rejects the long history of institutional racism towards Black Americans. 

The Hillsboro School District pledges to stand against bigotry, intolerance, and hate, and follow the lead set by generations of Black Americans who have courageously led us to the pursuit of equality. 

The Hillsboro School District has been enriched by the diversity of perspective and experience of our Black community members, who have made valuable and long lasting contributions to our district. 

Please join us in recognizing and celebrating Black Americans for their many contributions and achievements throughout February and beyond. 

Learn about Black History Month activities in the Portland area at travelportland.com. Highlights are the Cascade Festival of African Films, offered online free of charge Feb. 5 through Mar. 10; and the Portland Jazz Festival, with limited in-person concerts as well as live-streamed performances, Feb. 18-27. 

February is also National Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month. The Association for Career and Technical Education sponsors the CTE Month awareness campaign 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 be proud of in our Hillsboro community, as we continue to expand and grow CTE opportunities for our students.
Featured Event: PSAT Testing
Nearly 200 juniors took the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) on Tuesday, Jan. 26. Students were divided among our four comprehensive high schools and followed health and safety protocols, including mask-wearing and physical distancing, in order to take the test, which can only be administered in person. Thank you to all of the staff who helped organize and proctor the exam, and best of luck to the students!
NEWS
Second Semester Begins Feb. 2
There is no school for all students on Monday, Feb. 1, for licensed prep; semester 2 begins for all students on Tuesday, Feb. 2.
National School Counseling Week
It’s National School Counseling Week - a time where we highlight the unique contributions of school counselors within our school buildings, and recognize the tremendous impact they have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career...
Virtual Q&A With Superintendent Scott
Superintendent Scott will host a virtual Q&A session on the District’s return-to-school plans on Wednesday, Feb. 10; a session for Spanish-speakers will take place on Thursday, Feb. 11...
Bond Update: Ladd Acres Elementary Gym
The foundation is being prepared for the new gym at Ladd Acres Elementary School. Modeled after those already completed at Eastwood, Mooberry and North Plains, this is the fifth of eight new gyms being constructed through the bond…
Asian and Pacific Islander Family Engagement Meeting
HSD’s next Asian and Pacific Islander Family Engagement meeting takes place on Thursday, Feb. 4, at 6:30 p.m…
Call for Student Artwork Reminder
Just a reminder that the deadline for submitting artwork to adorn reusable tote bags for the new Hidden Creek Community Center is Thursday, Feb. 4; the contest is open to students in grades 7-12…
Youth Preparedness Council
The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Individual and Community Preparedness Division is accepting applications from students in grades 8-11 for its Youth Preparedness Council through March 7...
Teen Market
Are you a maker, crafter, or artist? Do you want to make money this summer and work for yourself? If you said yes, consider joining the Hillsboro Chamber’s Teen Market...
Bilingual Teacher Scholars Program
In 2014, HSD joined with the Salem-Kaiser School District and Western Oregon State University to create the Bilingual Teacher Scholars Program, which allows districts to “grow their own” bilingual educators; watch this video to learn more...
Inclusive Playground Design Survey
Share your thoughts on three design concepts for Hillsboro Parks & Recreation’s new inclusive park and playground by Thursday, Feb. 4...
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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