FEATURED EVENT: Technology Roll-Out Begins 
One of the more exciting line items in the 2017 bond was a significant investment in technology. Phase one of that work is to deliver Chromebook carts to each school to replace their old computer labs. The first of these 40-unit Chromebook carts was delivered to high schools last week. Middle and elementary schools will receive their carts over the coming weeks, until all 117 carts have been delivered for a total deployment of 4,680 Chromebooks!


Measure 98 Funding Strengthens Student Support Systems
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This school year, the first of Measure 98 implementation, HSD has targeted some of its funds to hire graduation coaches and student support and wellness counselors. Together with administrative staff, deans, and academic options teachers, these new staff members are expanding systems of support to ensure students come to school, stay on track, and graduate.

 

JANUARY
 
School Board Appreciation Month

23
Election Day

School Board Meetings
Sessions:
Executive, 5:15 p.m.
Work, 5:45 p.m.
Regular, 7 p.m.

Shute Park Public Library Homework Help
5:30 p.m.

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North Plains Library Homework help
5 p.m.

Native American Classes
Drum, 6 p.m.
Dance, 7 p.m.

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Shute Park Public Library Homework Help
5:30 p.m.

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West Union Carnival
5 p.m.

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2018 Payroll Information
The 2018 federal tax tables have been updated and you may notice a difference in the amount being withheld from your gross pay. Please see this IRS Press Release for further information and answers to Frequently Asked Questions. Login to the iVisions portal, select the "Pay/Tax Information" drop-down menu and "Employee Tax Forms" to update your W4 for federal and state tax withholdings.

Employee Benefit Alert
If you enrolled in the Kaiser or Moda Preferred medical insurance plans that are supplemented by a Health Reimbursement Arrangement, be sure to submit your Explanation of Benefits for services rendered for prompt reimbursement. The plan is designed to offer a low-deductible option with a reduced premium, but it only works if participants submit documentation of eligible services. Please contact Mae Hawkins (208-780-1154) at Waldo Associates with questions about the Preferred plans and submitting for reimbursement.

K-12 Classified Summit Reminder
The District is pleased to announce the Spring 2018 K-12 Classified Summit on Thursday, Feb. 1, from 7:45 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Hilhi. A variety of sessions will be offered to match employee interests, including small group student support, language, math, reading, behavior, supervision, data and systems, and more. Extended contract and lunch will be available; please sign up on Serebra.

 
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HAPPENING IN HILLSBORO

Election Day is Tuesday, Jan. 23
Please remember to cast your vote in the special election for statewide Ballot Measure 101. Ballots can be dropped off at a number of ballot drop sites and must be received by 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 23.

Students' Self-Reported Substance Use Down
Each year, students in selected grades take one of two state-level surveys to self-report behaviors with respect to substance use. Results from the 2017 Oregon Healthy Teens Survey, administered in odd-numbered years, showed significant declines in use versus 2015.

Bus Drivers Needed!
HSD is in need of several bus drivers! These are 6-hour-per-day positions offering benefits, paid training, coverage for all licensing and fees after successful completion of training, and hourly rates of $16.03-$17.49. Learn more and apply on the Job Listings page of our website.

Crystal Apple Award Nominations Needed
The deadline for nominating outstanding HSD staff members for recognition through the Hillsboro Chamber's Crystal Apple Awards is fast approaching and more nominations are needed. Please consider recognizing a staff member for going above and beyond to provide an excellent educational experience for HSD students. Only the first 50 nominations will be accepted!

'Hip to be Square' Student Art Opportunity
Thanks to a grant received by the Sequoia Gallery + Studio in downtown Hillsboro, students can participate in the "Hip to be Square" community art program free of charge. Students can register and pick up their 12" x 12" canvases at Sequoia (136 SE 3rd Ave.) in early February and must return them by the end of March. The work will be displayed for the opening of the First Tuesday Hillsboro Art Walk on April 3 and must be suitable for a family audience. There are prizes for best of show and best student entry. For additional information, please contact Sequoia.

2018 State of the City Address



All are welcome at Mayor Steve Callaway's 2018 State of the City address, taking place at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 30, at the Hillsboro Civic Center, 150 E. Main St. Join the Mayor and City Council to learn more about our successes, challenges, and how you can get involved. A reception with light refreshments will begin at 5 p.m.

Give Kids a Smile Free Dental Care Event
In honor of February's National Children's Dental Health Month, Pacific University's Dental School and the Washington County Dental Society are hosting a Give Kids a Smile event on Saturday, Feb. 3, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Pacific University Dental Hygiene Clinic, 222 SE 8th Ave., Hillsboro. Their goal is to provide preventive, palliative and restorative dental care for 120 children in need.

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