FEATURED EVENT: Crystal Apple Awards Dinner
Congratulations to the thirty-two staff members who were nominated for a Crystal Apple Excellence in Education Award! After receiving surprise reveals at their school or office, the staff members were honored at a special dinner on Thursday, Apr. 11, at NW Events and Environments. Following remarks by Chamber President Deanna Palm, Superintendent Mike Scott, student emcee Morgan DeBord, and keynote speaker and HSD alum Shirley Araiza, ten staff members were awarded with a Crystal Apple: licensed - Aliceson Brandt, Michelle Buyas, Lori Daliposon, Zoe Godsey, Ana Marquez, Christa Pruss, Jennifer Robbins, Chris Sherwood; classified - Kori Sakamoto; and administrator - Gina McLain.
Three Hillsboro Teams Qualify for World Robotics Championships
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For the first time ever, students from all four of HSD's comprehensive high schools will participate in the World Robotics Championships, being held April 16-20 in Houston, TX. Teams 448 Shockwave from Glencoe and 6443 AEMBOT from Liberty will compete in the FIRST Robotics Competition Championship, and Team 8371 Awesome Nerds - a community team that includes students from Century and Hilhi - will compete in the FIRST Tech Challenge World Championship. Good luck and way to go students, mentors, and volunteers!


APRIL
15
Learn About Giftedness  
7 p.m.  

16
6 p.m.

17 Imlay Kindergarten Orientation
6 p.m.

Special Ed. Parent Partnership Meeting
6 pm. 
18 Foundation Choir & Ensemble Festival
8 a.m.

Superintendent Coffee Chat @ South Store Cafe
9:30 a.m. 

Evergreen Middle School Groundbreaking
2 p.m.

Kindergarten Orientations:
Groner K-8
3 p.m.
Butternut Creek
3 p.m.
Eastwood
6 p.m.
Tobias
6 p.m.

Classified Listening Session
@ LSES
5:15 p.m.

5:30 p.m.

Poynter Band Concert
7 p.m. 

7 p.m.

19
7 p.m.

20 Easter Egg Hunt - Downtown Hillsboro
12 p.m.

7 p.m.

22
7 p.m.

23
8:30 a.m. 

Indian Hills Kinder Orientation 
3 p.m.

North Plains Kinder Fair
5:30 p.m. 

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HRA Education Sessions
If you are a licensed or classified employee currently enrolled in Moda Dogwood, Kaiser 2, or Kaiser 3, and are not familiar with the Hillsboro Preferred Plan/Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) and/or how to file claims, be sure to stop by one of the upcoming trainings to speak with someone who can help you understand this benefit.

Disability Resource Fair 
On Wednesday, April 17, HSD will host community partners who work to support students with disabilities and their families at a Disability Resource Fair, taking place at the District Administration Center, 3083 NE 49th Place. HSD staff are invited to attend between 3:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., and families are invited to attend between 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Informational booths will be presented by the NW Regional ESD, Tualatin Hills Parks and Rec., FACT Oregon, Dental3, and more!

Superintendent Coffee Chat
Superintendent Mike Scott will hold the first of his spring Coffee Chats on Thursday, April 18, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the South Store Café, 24485 SW Scholls Ferry Rd. These no-host, casual events allow patrons to learn more about important activities taking place in the District and to ask any questions they may have.

Bond Update: Evergreen Middle School Groundbreaking Ceremony
The community is invited to attend a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, April 18, at 2 p.m. to commemorate the start of construction of Evergreen Middle School's new addition. The school will be adding an 18,000 square-foot wing that will house a new library/media center and classrooms. The new space takes advantage of natural daylight and includes a plaza area that encourages gathering.

Hillsboro Big Picture Open House
Hillsboro Big Picture School (HBP) is an alternative option for high school students who are interested in playing an active role in designing and implementing their own learning. An open house will be held on Thursday, Apr. 18, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at HBP, 440 SE Oak St. The event is intended for high school students and their families, especially incoming 9th graders. Get an overview of the program, meet current staff and families, tour classrooms, and learn about the application process for 2019-20. Questions? Contact Sara Franklin, 503-844-1680 ext. 6554.

Classified Listening Session
A Classified Listening Session will be held on Thursday, April 18, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Lincoln Street Elementary School. All classified staff are welcome and invited to attend.

TSPC Website Upgrades
Beginning Monday, April 15, Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC) website is undergoing  upgrades which could take few weeks. This process may cause connectivity issues and eLicensing could be disabled for up to a week. Please plan accordingly.


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Youth Advisory Council Applications Sought
The City of Hillsboro is accepting applications for the 2019-20 Youth Advisory Council (YAC) through Friday, April 19, at 5 p.m. YAC is for high school students interested in planning inclusive activities, appreciating diversity, and increasing youth involvement in local government. To apply, visit  tinyurl.com/hillsboroYACapp2019 .
Graduation Gowns Needed

Do you have a graduation gown hanging in your closet that you're willing to donate to a current high school senior who cannot afford to buy one? If so, please bring it to your local high school so it can be re purposed . Thank you so much!

Donations Needed for Evergreen Bike Club

Liberty custodian John Sarrazin with his Bike Club members in December 2016
Since 2009, current Liberty High School head custodian John Sarrazin has been running an after-school Bike Club for students at Poynter Middle School. John takes in old bikes from the Hillsboro Police Department, community and staff members, and teaches students how to repair and rebuild them. The refurbished bikes are then given away to students in need. The goals of the club are to help students with math, teach them valuable and practical skills, and allow them to give back to the community through service. Because of the renovations taking place at Poynter, John has moved his operation to Evergreen Middle School and is in need of bicycles, tools, and volunteers. If you have a donation or are interested in helping out, please contact John at [email protected].

Earth Day
Earth Day is Monday, April 22! Globally-recognized and celebrated by more than one billion people in 192 countries, Earth Day is considered the largest civic-focused day of action in the world. This year's theme is "Protect our Species." With the world facing an unprecedented reduction of plant and wildlife populations that are a direct result of human activity, the time to act is now. The good news is that this decline can be stopped and can reverse if we work together. Every small action matters to the big picture: reducing, reusing, and recycling; driving less; eating less meat; and more. Do you have a green act to share? If so, please contact Resource Conservation Manager Mia Hocking. Click here to learn more. 

U.S. Congresswoman Bonamici Town Hall
U.S. Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici is holding a series of six town hall meetings across the First Congressional District in April. Her Hillsboro meeting takes place on Tuesday, April 23, at 6 p.m. in the Century High School auditorium, 2000 SE Century Blvd. Topics will include environmental protection, lowering health care costs, making higher education more affordable, and issues that are important to attendees.

Breaking the Silence: Shining a Light on Oregon's Suicide Crisis
Throughout the month of April, newsrooms across the state are highlighting the public health crisis of death by suicide. The goal of "Breaking the Silence" is to not only put a spotlight on the problem that claimed the lives of more than 800 Oregonians last year, but also to examine research into how prevention can and does work and to offer resources to help if someone is in crisis. Click here to read the stories.

Two HSD Counselors Elected to OSCA Board
Congratulations are in order for two HSD counselors who were recently elected to the Oregon School Counselor Association (OSCA) Board of Directors: Ronda Gatewood of Witch Hazel Elementary School is the new Elementary VP, and Anna Woodard of Brookwood Elementary School is the new Secretary. Ronda and Anna will serve in this leadership role for the next two years.

Substitute Positions Available
You don't need to be a teacher to enjoy flexible and rewarding work in education! ESS has exciting substitute support staff opportunities every day at schools near you. Perks include a flexible schedule, health benefits and 401(k), ongoing training opportunities, and exciting bonus programs. Visit www.ESS.com/jobs to start your application or call 866-208-7454 to learn more.
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