FEATURED EVENT: Bond-Funded Fiber Optic Network Project Begins
One of the exciting projects made possible by the passage of the 2017 Bond is the installation of a fiber optic network that will enable the District to have internet self-sufficiency; fast, reliable access to digital curriculum and resources; and supporting infrastructure for security and telecommunications systems. The work is being done in partnership with the City of Hillsboro's Fiber to the Premise project that will serve residents and businesses within city limits. This collaboration streamlines the planning and implementation process for both organizations and represents strong financial stewardship of taxpayer dollars. The partnership officially commenced with directional boring and installation of conduit for the fiber optic cable at McKinney Elementary School on Thursday, March 14. The first schools are expected to go live in July 2019, and the remaining buildings will be completed by April 2020. The schedule and project updates will be posted to our bond website .
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Hot News will be on Spring Break along with the students the week of March 25. Please enjoy, be safe, and we'll see you on April 1!

MARCH
19

Jackson Presents "Space Pirates" 
7 p.m.

Glencoe All-school Band Festival
7-9 p.m.

7-9 p.m.
20
6:30 p.m.

7 p.m.

21
22
23 11 a.m.
25-29

 No School-
Spring Break


APRIL
1 2019 District Spelling Bee
8:30 a.m.

Century Turf Field Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
2 p.m.
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Co-Chairs Release 2019-21 Budget Proposal


On Thursday, March 7, the Co-Chairs of the Joint Ways and Means Committee released their  2019-21 budget proposal, based on the March State Revenue Forecast, which calls for an $8,871.5 billion allocation to K-12 education. This is $590.5 million short of the $9.462 billion state-level allocation HSD would need to maintain current services over the biennium. At this funding level, HSD would experience a shortfall of $20.86 million over the next two years. Click here to read more. 

State Budget Community Meeting


If you would like to learn more about the state budget planning process and share your voice about school funding, please plan to attend the State Budget Community Meeting on Thursday, March 21, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at PCC's Cascade Campus, 5514 N. Albina Ave, Portland.
Nike AVID Grant
HSD is extremely grateful to the Nike School Innovation Fund (NSIF) for its ongoing commitment to support AVID programming in our district. AVID is a set of instructional strategies and supports that are proven to enhance achievement and encourage higher educational attainment for students who are in the academic middle. The District has been awarded $33,000 - or $8,250 per high school - for AVID programming in the 2019-20 school year, bringing NSIF's five-year investment in HSD to $538,698. Our four high schools are proud to be among the 100 public schools in Oregon to receive NSIF funding for 2019-20!

Hillsboro Schools Summit
There are still a few spots remaining at our Spring Hillsboro Schools Summit, taking place on Friday, March 22, from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., at the Administration Center, 3083 NE 49th Place. Please join us to hear more from Superintendent Scott, students, and other guests about accountability loops as they pertain to legislative advocacy, bond work, and student achievement. Continental breakfast will be served; arrival entertainment will be provided by the Liberty a cappella choir.

Juuling and Vaping Community Conversation
The Beaverton Schools District, in collaboration with Washington County Public Health, Providence Health Services, Rebels for a Cause, and KGW, is hosting an important community conversation for teens and their parents about vaping and Juuling on Wednesday, March 20, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the ACMA Performing Arts Center, 11375 SW Center St., Beaverton. Hillsboro students and families are welcome and invited to attend.

Careers in Cancer Community Event
On Tuesday, March 19, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Knight Cancer Institute scientists will share their experiences, discuss their work, and talk about the ways young people can join the effort to end cancer as we know it. Current University of Portland student and HSD grad Gabriela Hernandez Duran will talk about the high school opportunity that offered her important hands-on experience in the field, and her plans to become a physician-scientist in oncology or emergency medicine. The event is free, but registration is requested.

Students Speak Forum
State Representatives Janeen Sollman and Susan McLain will hold their second annual Students Speak Forum on Saturday, March 30, from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., at PCC Willow Creek, 241 SW Edgeway Dr., Beaverton. The event provides high school students an opportunity to ask questions about the legislative process, share their thoughts on issues that are important to them, and learn about the Representatives' jobs. Pizza will be served.


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Washington County Sheriff's Office Explorer Program
The Washington County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications through Friday, April 12, from students ages 14-19 who are interested in becoming Explorers. The Explorer program trains young people in land navigation, wilderness survival, self defense, first aid, criminal law, and much more. Applicants must meet and maintain the minimum requirements, including a willingness to commit to the program for two years. Informational meetings are being held on Monday, March 18, at 6:30 p.m., and on Saturday, March 30, at 10 a.m. at the Sheriff's Office Headquarters in Hillsboro, 215 E. Adams St.

Learn About Giftedness
Dr. RubyDawn Lyman, Coordinator of Pacific University's Talented and Gifted Specialization Program and HSD teacher, will present four sessions about what it means to be gifted.  
  • April 8 - Profiles of Giftedness
  • April 15 - Perfectionism and Anxiety
  • April 22 - Managing Overexcitabilities
  • April 29 - Introversion and Classroom Success

All sessions will run from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at South Meadows Middle School, 4690 SE Davis Rd. Adults only; no childcare provided.
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