January 5, 2015

Keeping you up to date
on the latest news and
events in the Hillsboro
School District
FEATURED SCHOOL: West Union Elementary School

West Union Students Create Broadcast Radio Receivers

Before the break, fourth-graders in Mrs. Greenlee's class had a chance to create one of the earliest kinds of broadcast radio receivers: Crystal Radio - and they did so with pizzas! By attaching antennae to the box and using the pizza as a dial, students were able to capture electrical energy from radio waves and "surf" AM (amplitude modulation) radio stations. Students learned about radio waves, following instructions, engineering design, and how to build a radio without batteries. This is one more example of how HSD schools are bringing science, technology and engineering into the classroom.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday
Jan. 5
School Resumes

Citizens Curriculum Advisory Committee
7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
District Administration Center

Wednesday
Jan. 7
Butternut Creek Spirit Day (Whisper)

Downtown Two-Way Street Conversion Open House
Hillsboro Civic Center,
Conference Rooms C113 B and C
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Witch Hazel Parenting Class
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Thursday
Jan. 8
Coffee Chat for Spanish Speakers
Hillsboro Main Library
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
(see related article)

Friday
Jan. 9
Crystal Apple Award Nominations Due
(see related article)

Minter Bridge Coffee with the Principal
8 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

Witch Hazel Coffee with the Principal
8 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

Witch Hazel Bilingual Assembly
1:15 p.m. - 2: p.m.

Saturday
Jan. 10
Liberty Winter Formal

Tuesday
Jan. 13
School Board Work Session
Liberty High School, 21945 NW Wagon Way
6 p.m.

Glencoe Parent Night - Princeton Review Information
6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

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JANUARY SUPERINTENDENT MESSAGE
January 2015 - A Video Message from Superintendent Mike Scott, Hillsboro School District

Superintendent Mike Scott kicks off the new year with reminders about the Crystal Apple Award nomination deadline, School Board Appreciation Month, and Dr. Martin Luther King Holiday and Day of Service on January 19.
FEATURED ALUMNA: CHRISTIANA LOGAN, CLASS OF 2014

North Plains resident Christiana Logan, Glencoe '14, was recently named the 2014 Youth Volunteer of the Year by the U.S. Dressage Federation in Cambridge, Mass. Christiana was recognized for her extensive and exceptional volunteer service at dressage competitions and clinics, where she assisted with planning, organizing and running events. A notable accomplishment was when she took charge after a manager had to leave a show, even as she herself was competing in the event. Christiana's passion for horses and dressage is evident in her service. Click here for the USDF news release. Congratulations, Christiana! 
CRYSTAL APPLE AWARD NOMINATIONS DUE FRIDAY, JANUARY 9
Nominate an outstanding staff member for recognition through the Chamber's 10th annual event
Nominations for the 2015 Crystal Apple Excellence in Education Awards are due this Friday, January 9. Don't miss this opportunity to highlight the exceptional work of Hillsboro School District educators. Three awards will be given in each of three categories: support, licensed, and administrative staff. All nominees will be invited to attend the Crystal Apple Awards Dinner on Thursday, February 26, at the Tuality Health Education Center. Click here to download a nomination form or to purchase tickets to the dinner.
COLLEGE AND CAREER RESOURCES NOW ONLINE
Visit our new College and Career Pathways Website to learn more
College and career may seem far away, but it is never too early to take that first step and get ont the right track. This includes: mapping personal skills and interests with potential careers; understanding and meeting high school graduation requirements; and developing the study skills and work habits that prepare you for college or other post-secondary opportunities. Click here to read more about career learning areas and resources or contact your school counselor for more information.
IN-DISTRICT TRANSFER WINDOW NOW OPEN
Priority window for grades 1-12 opens 
January 5-23

For the 2015-16 school year, Hillsboro School District residents who wish to attend a school outside of their home attendance boundary, but still within the Hillsboro School District, are invited to apply for an in-district transfer by Friday, January 23, 2015. Students currently on expiring transfers should be receiving a personalized letter this week with additional details. Students who do not receive a letter or who wish to request a new transfer should visit the Transfer Requests page of the District website (under the Parents or Students drop-down menu) for additional information and forms. Please note that students must be enrolled in the Hillsboro School District before submitting a transfer request. Kindergarten requests will be accepted August 1-21.  

 

Click here for information about the STEM and Dual Language Options Programs transfer process. Please contact Communications Specialist Marleen Zytniowski (503-844-1771) with any questions.  
HILLSBORO EMPOWERS YOUTH SEEKS VOLUNTEERS

Our local non-profit drug and alcohol prevention group, Hillsboro Empowers Youth (HEY!), is currently seeking board members and additional volunteers. The Board meets every third Wednesday at noon, with a total time commitment of approximately five hours per month. If you are interested in being a volunteer or board member, please fill out an application or contact Coordinator Eric Squires (503-807-3899) for more information.
COFFEE CHAT FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS

Spanish language Coffee Chat to be held on Thursday, January 8

Our Spanish-speaking parents and patrons are invited to join Superintendent Mike Scott for a Coffee Chat at the Hillsboro Main Library (2850 NE Brookwood Parkway) from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to learn more about what's going on in the District and ask any questions they may have. Free childcare is available and refreshments will be provided. Click here to view the flyer or contact Sindy Avila at 503-844-1475 for more information.
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