Falcon News
Forest Hills Elementary
Summer Special Edition
Welcome from Forest Hills Elementary!
Welcome 2019-20 Forest Hills Families!
Now that we have crossed the halfway point of summer break, I'd like to offer an early welcome to our new and returning Forest Hills families.
For the uninitiated, the Falcon News is a weekly newsletter that will help keep you up to date on school events and news. I will pick up the regular weekly publication schedule at the beginning of the school year, but want to offer some information about beginning-of-the-year events, staffing changes, and other news.
The beginning of the 2019-20 school year is just around the corner and I, for one, am excited for what this year will bring! Have a wonderful summer and see you soon!
Patrick Shuckerow
Principal, Forest Hills Elementary
Summary of Upcoming Events
JULY
Wednesday 31 @ 2:00 to 4:00 PM | Kindergarten Playdate*
AUGUST
Friday 9 @ 2:00 to 4:00 PM | Kindergarten Playdate*
Monday 12 | Normal Office Hours Resume, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Wednesday 21 | Class Placements Finalized and Emails Sent, Grades 1-5
Thursday 22 @ 1:30 to 3:30 PM | Smart Start*
Thursday 22 @ 3:30 to 4:30 PM | Falcon Fest (Meet Teachers/Supply Drop-off)* REVISED
Thursday 22 @ 3:30 to 5:30 PM | FH PTO Social REVISED
Monday 26 | 1st Day of School, Grades 1-5
Monday 26 @ 8:15 to 9:15 AM | 1st Day of School Coffee for Parents
Monday 26 to Wednesday 28 | Kindergarten Assessment*
Wednesday 28 | Kindergarten Class Placement Finalized and Emails Sent
Thursday 29 | 1st Day of School, Kindergarten
Thursday 29 @ 8:15 to 9:15 AM | Kindergarten Coffee for Parents
SEPTEMBER
Monday 2 | Labor Day / No School
Thursday 12 @ 8:30 to 9:30 AM | PTO General Meeting
Tuesday 17 | Picture Day
Thursday 19 @ 2:00 to 3:00 PM | Garden Harvest Party REVISED
Tuesday 24 @ 6:30 to 8:00 PM | Back to School Night REVISED
Wednesday 25 @ 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM | Art Literacy Kick Off REVISED
Friday 27 | Falcon Fun Run
*See below for additional event details
Welcome New Staff
I am happy to announce the following new members to our Forest Hills team!
Andrea Miller joins the Forest Hills team as the new 3rd grade teacher, an opening created by the retirement of Theresa Cumpston. Ms. Miller has been teaching 3rd grade for the Irvine Unified School District for the last five years. Previous to that, she taught 3rd and 4th grade for the Reynolds School District. Ms. Miller brings innovative practices that are backed by experience and a thoughtful and thorough approach.
Tori Hamachek joins us as the new 5th grade teacher, an opening created by the retirement of Monica Anderson. Ms. Hamachek has been with the Sherwood School District for the last five years, the last four of which as a 5th grade teacher. Ms. Hamachek has been a leader in math instruction and professional collaboration, as well as in developing an engaging and supportive learning environment.
Faith Jordan has joined our team as the new STEM teacher. Faith has been teaching 7th grade science at Lakeridge Junior High School for the past four years, including STEM focused electives. Before that, Faith taught in California as an elementary and middle school science teacher and 1st grade teacher. Faith brings the ability to build a positive and productive classroom environment while guiding students through highly engaging and hands-on tasks.
Katrina Edwards joins our team as the new Literacy Specialist. This position was previously held by Nicole Howard who will be joining the Westridge Elementary team. Ms. Edwards has taught a K/1 blend, 1st, and 2nd grade for the West Linn - Wilsonville School District, and was previously a Literacy Specialist for the Portland Public School District. Ms. Edwards brings strong instructional knowledge of early literacy and intervention that will support the literacy development of our youngest readers.
As previously communicated, Tanya Peshovich joins us as the new RTI Coordinator. Mrs. Peshovich has taught in grades 2 through 5, as well as provided leadership through the role of Literacy Coach. Most recently, Ms. Peshovich has worked as an educational consultant, providing training and coaching to teachers and administrators in the areas of highly effective instructional strategies, intervention design, and assessment.
Summer Office Hours
During the summer, the front office will be open every Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The front office team will return to regular hours beginning August 12. You are welcome to stop by during office hours, call and leave a message, or contact one of our office staff members via email.
Front Office Phone | 503-534-2350
Nicole Merino | merinon@loswego.k12.or.us
Wende Milner | milnerw@loswego.k12.or.us
School Supplies
Supply lists can be found through the 1st Day School Supplies site. Note that the deadline for purchasing pre-packaged supply kits has passed and are no longer available. Families will need to purchase items from the list separately.
Online Student Information Verification
Beginning July 29, parents of all students already enrolled for the 2019-20 school year can log into ParentVUE and review/update student information through the Online Registration tab. Accurate information allows the school communicate effectively, including during an emergency and when responding to medical situations.
If you have forgotten your ParentVUE password, go to the login page, click "I am a Parent," then click "Create New Account or Reset Password" and choose "Forgot Password". (The district will mail another Activation Key letter to parents who have not created a ParentVUE login and have an elementary school student.) For guidance, visit the LOSD website (under Enrolling and Transfer > Online Registration) or contact your student's school during its summer office hours. We appreciate your help!
New Visitor Management System
More information can be found in the links below: LOSD Smore Announcement (July 3, 2019) and the LOSD website.
Transportation Registration - Deadline August 1 (Repeat)
All students who will be riding the bus must register annually. Complete the registration form with as much detail as possible. Registration information will be used to create the bus stop schedule for the 2019-20 school year. The registration deadline is August 1, 2019.
2019-20 Transportation Registration
Registration requires the Student ID number. Call the front office to obtain this number. For returning families, this ID number is also listed on the report card as "pupil number." Other questions can be directed to the Transportation Department at 503-387-5078. Restrictions apply to students who are open enrolled or who live within the walk zone. Please note that this request does not guarantee transportation.
Kindergarten Transition Classes (Repeat)
Kindergarten Transition is a two week summer program where incoming Kindergarten students get an sneak peek into being a Kindergarten student. The program is designed to prepare your child for the social and academic aspects of the classroom so they can start their first year with confidence and independence.
The program runs from July 29 to August 8, Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 12 PM. Sessions are offered at various elementary schools, including Forest Hills. The cost is $200. Fee waivers or reductions may be requested by contacting the Community School front office at 503-534-2302.
Kindergarten Transition Registration
Click HERE to view the full Kindergarten Transition Program flyer.
Summer Reading (Repeat)
Event Details
Kindergarten Playdate #1
All incoming Kindergarten families are invited to the Forest Hills primary playground (the playground adjacent to the corner or Sunningdale and Andrews) for an informal playdate with other Kindergarten students. This is a great way to meet new classmates and for parents to connect with one another. No registration required.
Wednesday, Jul 31, 2019, 02:00 PM
Forest Hills Elementary School Playground
Kindergarten Playdate #2
Friday, Aug 9, 2019, 02:00 PM
Forest Hills Elementary School Playground
Smart Start
Thursday, Aug 22, 2019, 01:30 PM
Forest Hills Library
Falcon Fest : Meet teachers, drop off supplies, and socialize
Students and families are invited to drop off supplies and meet their new teacher. If your child's school supplies were ordered online, they will be delivered directly to the classroom. Even if you pre-ordered supplies, feel free to stop by and meet the teacher and check out the new learning space. After the drop off in the classrooms, students and families are invited to a PTO hosted social.
1:30 to 3:30 | Smart Start (students w/ IEP or 504 only)
3:30 to 4:30 | Meet Teachers and Drop Off Supplies
3:30 to 5:30 | FH PTO Social
Thursday, Aug 22, 2019, 03:30 PM
Forest Hills Elementary School
Kindergarten Assessment
Kindergarten students' first day of school is August 29th. The three preceding days, August 26 to August 28, are used to assess incoming Kindergarten students and determine class placement. Placement teams work to achieve balanced, heterogeneous classrooms. Families with Kindergarten students will be contacted via email to schedule a 45 minute appointment with one of the Kindergarten teachers.
Monday, Aug 26, 2019, 07:30 AM
Forest Hills Kindergarten Classrooms
Links to Helpful Information
Past Falcon News Editions
- No previous Falcon News
Other Helpful Links
- Forest Hills Homepage
- Forest Hills Calendar
- PTO Homepage
- 2019-2020 School Year District Calendar
- Transportation Registration Form, 6-digit student ID required
- Meal Prices and Payment Options
- Free and Reduced Price Meals Information or call 503-534-2361
- Extended Day Program (before and after school child care)
- LOSD District Kindergarten Page
