WLWV Community Update

Students across the West Linn-Wilsonville School District are celebrating Black History Month in a variety of ways during the month of February.

At Athey Creek Middle School, for example, students are engaging in Black History Month learning in all classes in addition to special musical performances. Choir students have spent the month studying Black History in regards to music, while Jazz Band and Orchestra students get ready to host the school's annual Jazz Festival that celebrates black musicians and their impact during the Harlem Renaissance.

In recognition of Black History Month, the district continues to focus on Equity and Inclusion across all schools. The School Board adopted new language for Board and District Goal No. 1 this year to read: "Grow student achievement through the use of high leverage instructional and engagement strategies to raise rigor, disrupt systems of racism, and generate equitable outcomes for all students while eliminating opportunity and achievement gaps." The District continues to prioritize equity and inclusion from a system-wide perspective, hosting an Equity Workshop in late January. The District invited leadership from both the West Linn and Wilsonville communities to continue important work started at the Multi-City Equity Summit earlier this Fall.

There's quite a bit of road construction taking place across the school district. Please remember to be careful when driving in or near school zones. For important driving reminders, please watch this safety video PSA from Clackamas County Sheriff's Office with help from First Student, and check out helpful tips below:

• In a school zone, stop and yield to pedestrians crossing the crosswalk or intersection — remember, the speed limit is 20 miles per hour.
• Always stop for school crossing guards.
• Take extra care to look out for students in school zones, near playgrounds and parks, and in all residential areas.
• If the red lights on a school bus are flashing and the stop arm is extended, traffic must stop to allow students to safely enter and exit. Wait until the lights stop flashing before continuing forward.
• Watch out for bikers — slow down and leave at least three feet of space when passing.
• Check side mirrors for approaching bicyclists before opening your door.

West Linn High School is celebrating its 100th year, highlighting past students and traditions while continuing to build a better West Linn High School for tomorrow.

Join us in the West Linn High School Century Celebration with the Century of Pride community event this coming Saturday, March 28. Alumni and community tours begin at 1:45 p.m., 2:30 p.m., and 3:15 p.m. Community members will get the chance to connect with past staff and alumni and enjoy entertainment from current students.

To RSVP for the Century of Pride event, please follow directions on the WLHS website.

The West Linn-Wilsonville School District sold $147.9 million of the district’s General Obligation (GO) Bond authorization on Wednesday, Feb. 12. The bond was approved by voters in the November 2019 Election.

Due to high investor interest, the District sold $147.9 million in bonds but will receive $158.1 million for capital projects to be completed over the next few years. The remaining $58.9 million of the $206.8 million bond measure will be sold at a future date to complete the remaining capital projects outlined in the bond measure.

“Because of low interest rates in the market and the attractiveness of the District’s bonds, Wednesday’s sale resulted in a premium that the District can use for projects outlined in the bond measure,” said Chief Financial Officer Son Le Hughes.

The bond proceeds from the Feb. 12 sale will result in several key projects across the West Linn-Wilsonville School District. Capital projects will address overcrowding across the District, increase Career and Technical Education opportunities for students, increase safety and security, upgrade technology, and fund several other projects District-wide.

To learn more about the 2019 Capital Bond, or to subscribe for capital bond updates and communications, please visit the Bond Website.

As of Monday, February 3, all online payments made in West Linn-Wilsonville schools are now made through SchoolPay with the exception of high school fees, which will continue to be paid through the Web Store. Online payments made through SchoolPay include Nutrition Services payments, middle school athletic fees, primary enrichment classes, and all other school fees that are paid online.

To learn more about SchoolPay, and to create your account to begin making payments, please visit the SchoolPay website, or visit the district website for more information. Once you have created your account, you will need your student’s student ID number to register. SchoolPay allows families to pay for any and all school fees or payments in one place. SchoolPay also allows families to view past and relevant payment history.

Schools across the nation celebrated National School Counseling Week during the week of February 3. West Linn-Wilsonville school counselors make an immeasurable impact on their school communities, helping students to examine their abilities, strengths, interests, and talents while working in partnership with parents to enhance students' academic, post-secondary, and social-emotional development along the way.

West Linn-Wilsonville School Counselors include:

West Linn High School — Michelle Olson, Greg Bean, Kim Gwin, Carly Halverson, Krystal Toderick

Wilsonville High School — Alyson Leatherman, Christine Moon, Andre Abraham, Lucia Meza

Arts and Technology High School — Tammie Lewis, Cheryl Wilson

Middle School Counselors — Jennifer Jolly, Toni Snapp, Erin Block, Amy Koslowski, Alison Gemperle

Primary School Counselors — Rita McClellan, Catherine Ramos, Mollie Hyman, Megan Prior, Carmen Ryan, Deana Johnson, Katie Flaker, Tami Brester, Pamela Campbell

Help us thank our school counselors for all that they do!

The West Linn Rotary Club will once again host its Stomp Out Barn Dance Fundraiser on Saturday, March 14 at 5:30 p.m. at Landon Farms Golf Club; 24377 Airport Road NE, Aurora, OR 97002.

The event includes live country-western music, dance lessons, and a BBQ dinner. All proceeds go to local organizations, including Sources of Strength Bullying Awareness and Prevention curriculum at West Linn High School. Other causes include scholarships for WLHS students and veterans, wheelchairs and clean water for children in Guatemala, and the Rotary's Youth Exchange Program.

Purchase tickets at: https://eventsavvyllc.tofinoauctions.com/wlrotary2020/homepages/show.

Preschool and Kindergarten registration for the 2020-21 school year opened on January 7. Forms can be downloaded on the district website.

PRIMARY ONLY Professional Growth Wednesday: February 19 — Wednesday, Feb. 19 is an Early Release, Professional Growth Wednesday for PRIMARY SCHOOLS ONLY. All primary schools will release two hours early.

Board Work Session: February 24 — The West Linn-Wilsonville School Board will hold a public work session on Monday, Feb. 24, beginning at 5 p.m. in the District Office; 22210 SW Stafford Road, Tualatin.

PRIMARY ONLY Professional Growth Wednesday: March 4 — Wednesday, March 4 is an Early Release, Professional Growth Wednesday for PRIMARY SCHOOLS ONLY. All primary schools will release two hours early.

School Board Meeting: March 9 — The West Linn-Wilsonville School Board will hold a public meeting on Monday, March 9, beginning at 6 p.m. in the District Office; 22210 SW Stafford Road, Tualatin.

Middle School Science Fair — The West Linn-Wilsonville Middle School Science Fair Award Ceremony will be held on Friday, March 13 beginning at 6 p.m. at Meridian Creek Middle School. The judging portion of the science fair will be held on Monday, March 9.

• Safety/Security in WLWV Schools

• Community Bulletin Board

• Updated 2019 Student Rights and Responsibilities

• FlashAlert

• ListServ

• 2019-20 Registration Information

• Updated 2018-19 Work Plan

• Education Foundation

• Music and Arts Partners (MAP)

• Volunteer in WLWV Schools

• SafeOregon Tip Line

• Bus Routes

The West Linn-Wilsonville School District is nationally recognized for its high student and staff achievement, including one of the top graduation rates in the State of Oregon. West Linn-Wilsonville serves nearly 10,000 K-12 students across 16 schools in West Linn and Wilsonville, with a mission of creating learning communities for the greatest thinkers and the most thoughtful people for the world. WLWV strives to provide challenging education opportunities that prepare students to be college and career ready.

Email: kilstroa@wlwv.k12.or.us
Location: 22210 Southwest Stafford Road, Tualatin, OR, USA
Phone: 503-673-7012
Facebook: facebook.com/wlwvschools
Twitter: @wlwvdistrict