Principal's Message
Dear Hallinan Families,
We had some adorable visitors this week! We were fortunate to have three week old lambs visit Hallinan yesterday. One of our amazing Pre-K families set up a pen and brought their beautiful animals for our Pre-K students to experience up close. This fun event occurred during recess time, so some of our older students also had the opportunity to view these beautiful and soft baby lambs.
Conferences started today and we're delighted to see so many of you at Hallinan and on zoom - thank you for supporting your children! If you are in our amazing building, please stop to take a look at all the wonderful artwork and projects on our bulletin boards. I'm going to highlight a few below in case you missed them.
Also, don't forget to check out the Lost and Found located in the main entry. We would love to reunite your family with lost items - we've got jackets, sweatshirts, hats, water bottles and a whole lot more!
Melissa Griffiths
It's always fun and exciting in STEM. 1st Graders created their own hybrid animal with unique diet and adaptations, 2nd Graders made boats to carry 13 pennies, and 4th Graders dissected cow eyes - oh my! Visit the April STEM & Blossom Newsletter to see what your child will be engaged in this month! And, make sure to check out the cool project they completed last month. Scan the QR code to the left to go straight to Mrs Doran's STEM & Blossom instagram account.
The STEM lab is looking for these supplies to spark creativity:
- Plastic bottles
- Felt and fabric
- Masking tape
Donated items may be dropped off in the Office or Vestibule - thank you!!!
4/14 - No School - Conferences
4/14 - Lost and Found Items Donated
4/20 - PTO Meeting at 8:30 am in the Library
4/24-4/25 - OSAS Testing Science 5th Grade Only
4/27 - STEAM Night 5:30 to 7 pm
5/8-5/11 - OSAS Testing ELA 3rd-5th Grade
5/12 - Parent Input Forms Due
5/16-5/19 - OSAS Testing Math 3rd-5th Grade
5/31 - Spring Carnival
District calendars for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 school years are now available on the district and Hallinan websites. You can find them here quickly.
STEAM Night - Hallinan is excited to host the 2nd Annual Family STEAM Night taking place on April 27 from 5:30 to 7 pm. Families are welcome and encouraged to attend this fun event that will foster creativity and love of learning for all. As you journey through classrooms and spaces at Hallinan you will discover science, technology, engineering, art and math activities designed to engage and inspire students and their families. Please make sure all students are accompanied by a guardian.
Hello Hallinan Families!
Slice of Gratitude
We are thankful for all the parents who participate in various PTO events. Through our events and fundraisers we are able to support our students in a variety of ways:
PTO Funds
This year the PTO was able to purchase items for most of our classrooms including PE, STEM, and Music. We will continue to include photos and information in the upcoming weeks. Here's a link to some of the projects students created in STEM:
https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1M9YlIYAn8lLayDwDM75X_E1WLHalSbhc
And Ben Haynor was kind enough to model his new PA system for us:
Oregon State Assessment Opt-Out Form
Each school year, Oregon students take assessments to meet federal requirements. The purpose of these assessments is to provide data that schools can use to ensure that every child is on track and achieving learning goals.
State law requires us to inform you that a form is available from the State Department of Education that allows you to opt your child out of the math and English Language Arts assessments for the current school year. Should you wish to opt out your child, fill out the form and submit it to the main office at your child’s school. Please note the submission deadlines listed on the form. Meeting the deadline will help the school with planning and preparation. If you wish your child not to participate in the science assessment for grades 5, 8, and 11, submit this request in writing to the principal of your child's school.
If you have questions or want more information about state assessments, please contact your child’s principal or teacher(s).
Click here for opt-out form for Math and English Language Arts.
Bike Safety
As the weather improves, it’s a great time to consider getting outside. Your District Nurses want to remind and encourage your student to ride their bike safely and remember to wear a helmet. These resources can help your student get off to a great start.
Sun Safety
While outside, be sure to protect yourself and your student from harmful UV. Visit this link to learn ways to safely enjoy the sun and what to do if your student gets a bit too much.
Individualized Health Plan? - Watch for an Email
If your child has a LOSD Individualized Health Plan (IHP) developed in consultation with your District Nurse, please watch for an email! Your response is needed to confirm or update your student's plan. We appreciate your prompt response.
If you would like to speak to your school nurse, click the link below for contact information.
Parents-guardians who have concerns about a student’s well-being are encouraged to reach out to their principal and maintain strong lines of communication and partnership between students, families, staff, and other resources. SafeOregon is also an effective way to report a tip regarding safety threats or potential acts of violence to our students or schools. Students should also be aware that intentionally providing a false report is a serious offense. https://www.safeoregon.com/
In addition, below are reporting methods for parents-guardians or students to use to report issues related to racist, bias, or harassment incidents.
· Incident Report for Elementary School
Office Phone: 503-534-2353
Principal Melissa Griffiths - griffitm@loswego.k12.or.us
Administrative Assistant Lee Gates - gatesl@loswego.k12.or.us
Administrative Assistant Linda Stevens - stevensl@loswego.k12.or.us
Resources:
Annual Volunteer Application for LOSD
LOSD Student and Family Handbook
Hallinan Website - Click Here!
Lake Oswego School District Website - Click Here
Registration for the 2023-24 school year is now open for new students. See the Registration & Verification page of the LOSD website for guidance. Parents/guardians do not need to register students for 2023-24 who are currently attending during the 2022-23 school year.
