Secondary School Weekly Update

• Wednesdays - Early Release @ 2:45pm
• Friday, October 23rd - Progress 2 Ends
• Friday, October 23rd - SHS Drama Fall Play 7pm SHS Cafeteria
• Saturday, October 24th - SHS Drama Fall Play 7pm SHS Cafeteria
• Thursday, October 29th - 6-12th Grade Vision Screening
• November 3rd - 6th - 6-12th Dental Screenings & Sealants
• Wednesday, November 11th - Veteran's Day - No School
• Friday, November 20th - Term 1 Ends
• Monday, November 23rd - Grading Day - No School
• November 23th - 27th - Thanksgiving Break - No School
• December 7th-11th - 6-12th Tooth Taxi Mobile Clinic

Hear ye, hear ye! This is your FINAL WEEKEND to catch Seaside High School Drama’s presentation of The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood by Mary Lynn Dobson! Don’t miss your last two chances on Friday, October 23, and Saturday, October 24 (Senior Night) to see this family-friendly comedy. Featuring a talented cast and crew of 27 SHS students, the show has something for everyone: a swashbuckling band of merry outlaws, an eligible royal lady, an evil tyrant usurping the throne, and a high-stakes tournament for love. Doors open at 6:30 PM with the show starting at 7:00 PM. Tickets are sold at the door ($10 for adults and students 12+; $8 for seniors, secondary students with an ASB card, and children 11 and under). Get there before the curtain falls for the last time!

Get ready to show off your creative side! Students are welcome to dress up for Halloween on Friday, October 30th, but we need everyone to follow a few rules to keep the day safe and focused on learning.

Quick Costume Checklist:

• Be Identifiable: Your face must be clearly recognizable at all times.

• Be Classroom-Ready: Costumes must not interrupt class or be distracting to others.

Safety Reminders:

• NO masks.

• NO scary makeup, face paint, or gore.

• NO weapons of any kind (even fake ones).

Have a safe, fun, and memorable day!

Do you love books and want to support student literacy at Seaside Secondary Schools? We are looking for parent and community volunteers to lend a hand in our school library!

The Details:

• Time Commitment: Just 1 hour, once or twice a week.

• What You’ll Do: Help keep our book collection organized and shelved, with opportunities to take on special library projects as you get settled.

• Requirements: All volunteers must have a current background check on file. You can complete the online application here on HelpCounter.

How to Get Involved: Contact Justin Dickau, Secondary School Librarian, at jdickau@seasidek12.org to learn more or sign up!

Jostens will be working with Seaside High School next week to help seniors order their graduation products, including caps and gowns! Please take a moment to watch the brief Jostens Welcome & Event Schedule Video for important details.

Key Dates:

• Senior Class Meeting: Monday, October 26th

• Graduation Orders Due: Monday, November 2nd

For questions, please contact our Jostens representative, Brian Coushay, at brian.coushay.office@jostens.com or (503) 255-7120. Congratulations to the Senior Class!

Hello families! We're proud to continue our partnership and tradition with the Seaside Elks Club in giving back to the community by providing Thanksgiving food baskets to families in need. Each basket contains all the essentials for a hearty Thanksgiving meal, including turkey, stuffing, vegetables, and various other traditional sides.

If your family would benefit from receiving a Thanksgiving food basket, please complete the form here: https://forms.gle/yxEQasbrwx7KMEiT9

Register early at the link below to ensure your athlete is cleared before the first day of practice.

High School Sports (Starts Monday, Nov 16)

• Boys & Girls Basketball

• Boys & Girls Wrestling

• Boys & Girls Swimming

Middle School Sports

• Starts Monday, Nov 2: Boys Basketball (7th–8th) & Girls Wrestling (6th–8th)

• Starts After Winter Break: Girls Basketball (7th–8th) & Boys Wrestling (6th–8th)

Key Reminders:

• Payment: Pay fees online via the below links.

• Fees: High School: $125 | Middle School: $75 | Family Cap: $400/year. (Need financial support? Contact the Athletic Office for scholarship options.)

• Physicals: All athletes must have a valid sports physical on file (valid for 2 years).

• Fall Athletes: You still need to complete registration for your winter sport!

Don't wait until practice starts—register today! Go Gulls! Go Sharks!

6th Grade Art (Goette) Our 6th graders did a fantastic job showing off their creativity on their recently completed paper portraits!

7th Grade ELA (Habecker) 7th graders are expanding their reading and writing toolkits as they dive into key literary devices.

8th Grade Science (Peterson) 8th graders are seeing physics in action through hands-on demonstrations and activities illustrating Newton's Laws of Motion.

High School Trigonometry A (Wojturski) Students are wrapping up their unit on trigonometric identities and moving on to graphing trigonometric functions.

Spread the holiday joy! If your family could use a little extra help making Christmas magical for your children this year, the Rotary Club of Seaside Santa’s Workshop is excited to step in and lend a hand! They have wonderful gift items available for youth of all ages—from babies all the way through high school seniors.

Appointments are required to shop, so don't wait to secure your spot!

Our school is participating in the Student Health Survey (SHS), a survey sponsored by the Oregon Health Authority Public Health Division and the Oregon Department of Education. The survey asks about health risk behaviors of students in grades 6, 8 and 11. The survey will be conducted online in the classroom and includes questions about student health and safety, mental and behavioral health, school climate and culture, and risk and protective factors. This survey is completely anonymous and voluntary. This year's student survey will be taking place the 3rd week of November.

If you do not wish your child to take this survey, return this form to the principal’s office before the survey date of 11/18/2026

Due to budget constraints this year some of our staff have compiled classroom Amazon wishlists. All donations are for classrooms and students, not personal gifts to staff. If you feel so inclined to support our staff feel free to browse these lists. They will be updated as the school year continues. Thank you for supporting our schools.

Order your customizable Seaside High School Gear Here!

Order your customizable Seaside Middle School Gear Here!

Order Your Pacific Ridge Puffins Gear Here!

We accept applications from all students, including high school students. Talent Search supports students from low-income households and students who are the first of their family to go on to postsecondary education. Students are considered first generation if their parents have not completed a four-year college degree. Students who do not meet these qualifications, but who can benefit from Talent Search services, may be enrolled in the program if space is available.

You can apply online using our website below, or pick-up a paper application from the Career Center. https://www.clatsopcc.edu/talent-search/

Senior portraits are due January 8, 2027.

Your senior portrait will be used for the yearbook, graduation slideshow, and school/media photo requests.

It does not need to be professionally taken. A recent, clear photo that represents your senior is perfect. Pets, instruments, cars, hobbies, and outdoor settings are all welcome!

Photo requirements:

• Senior must be the only person in the photo

• JPEG or PNG

• Highest resolution possible

• Please send ONE photo

Send your senior’s portrait to:seniorpages@seasidek12.org

Important: If we don’t receive a senior portrait by January 8, the student’s school ID photo will be used.

Questions? Check your email for more info, then contact Kriste York - kyork@seasidek12.org.

Portland St – October 28, @ 11:30m

Linfield University – October 28, @ 1:30pm

University of Portland --- October 30, @ 12pm

George Fox -- TBA

Grand Canyon U – TBA

University of Oregon – TBA

Western Oregon – TBA

October

• October 26th Oregon Promise Applications in English classes Continue working on college/trade school applications
• Ask for letters of recommendation
• Explore scholarships for your specific colleges
• Submit Early Decision/Early Action BY November 1st

November

• November 1st OSAC scholarships open
• November 1st Early Decision / Early Action DUE (may vary by school)
• November 7th SAT testing @ Astoria High School
• November 9th Local scholarships open Jostens order pick-up TBD
• Continue searching for scholarships Continue working on FAFSA

December

• December 3rd CCC Senior Preview Day
• December 5th SAT testing @ Astoria High School Accept Early Decision offers
• Submit regular admission requirements
• December 15th deadline for many regular decision applications

January

• January 8th Senior Pictures Due
• Complete Oregon Promise/OSAC applications
• Start submitting community college / trade school applications (Remember to plan for transportation, housing, employment, etc!)

February

• February 12th @ midnight local scholarships close
• February 15th OSAC Early Bird deadline Continue applying to other scholarships

March

• March 1st OSAC application deadline Receive admission notifications Compare award letters
• Appeal your financial aid if needed

April

• Notify chosen school of intent to attend Send in deposits
• Accept financial aid offers
• Apply for housing/select meal plans

May

• May 1st admissions decision deadline for most schools
• May 31st Oregon Promise applications DUE (Must have BOTH FAFSA and OR Promise in to qualify!)

June

• June 1st Pacifica Practice Day - Seaside Convention Center
• June 1st Scholarship night
• June 2nd Senior Checkout Day (return all checked out materials to avoid fines!) June 4th Mandatory Senior Recognition Assembly & graduation ceremony practice June 7th Mandatory Graduation Practice at the Seaside Convention Center
• June 7th Graduation ceremony
• Register for freshman orientation at your chosen college

We are excited to introduce the Seaside Middle and High School administrative team serving all students and families in grades 6–12. Our leadership team includes:

Together, they are dedicated to supporting our school community and ensuring a successful, engaging year for every student. Please feel free to reach out to any member of the team directly via email or by calling the Main Office at 503-738-5586.

Our school is using ParentSquare for sending important school related information. It is incredibly important that all families keep their contact information current and up to date. If you have any changes to your phone or email please contact our main office at 503-738-5586.

All district and school, grade level and classroom information will now be sent to your computer or phone via email and/or text. For even more convenience, download the ParentSquare app (available for free for iOS and Android devices).

ParentSquare will be used to send:

• Weather related updates
• School related updates
• Field trip information
• Weekly updates
• and much much more!

Parents—Getting Started Video

Parents – Getting Started Video (Spanish)

Introduction to Parents and Guardians Slide Deck (English)

Introduction to Parents and Guardians Slide Deck (Spanish)

ParentVUE is different than ParentSquare. ParentVUE is used to register your student and view assignments and grades. ParentVUE has released a brand new app. If you would like to use the app you will need to download the new version. If you can't remember your ParentVUE login information please contact our main office at 503-738-5586.

Through ParentVUE you can:

• Register your student each school year
• View your student's classes
• Check your student's grades and status of any assignments
• Communicate with your student's teachers
• And much much more!

For even more convenience you can download the ParentVUE app (available for free for iOS and Android devices).

StudentVUE is a dedicated portal designed specifically for students to stay on top of their own academic progress. Through StudentVUE, students can take ownership of their learning by viewing daily class schedules, tracking assignment statuses, checking current grades in real time, and easily contacting their teachers.

Just like ParentVUE, StudentVUE has a brand-new app! If your student prefers using a phone or tablet, they will need to download the updated version from the iOS App Store or Google Play Store. If your student needs help logging in or resetting their password, please have them stop by or call the main office at 503-738-5586.

Through StudentVUE, students can:

• View daily class schedules and room assignments

• Track upcoming assignment due dates and submission statuses

• Check current grades and missing assignments in real time

• Communicate directly with their teachers

• Access important academic updates all year long

For the best experience on the go, download the free StudentVUE app on iOS or Android today!

Seaside School Transportation is introducing the My Ride K12 app to provide families with real-time bus schedules, locations, and routing. Many parents already find it helpful, but please note that due to a summer update, returning users must re-add their students using the school ID found in ParentVUE under Student Info. We prioritize your privacy and reassure families that you are not interacting with an AI system; your information is strictly used to connect you to your student's route. If you prefer not to use the mobile app, you can access the service via a web browser or contact the Transportation Department directly for alternative registration options. To get started or learn more, visit Seaside School Transportation.Sign up below today!

Seaside Secondary School has gone paperless! Report cards and progress reports will no longer be sent home.

To view grades please log in to ParentVUE and select either Grade Book or Report Card.

If you need help logging in or would like to opt out of electronic report cards, please contact the Main Office at 503-738-5586.

Students that drive themselves to school and park in the school parking lot must have a parking permit and sticker. Stickers are free and transfer from year-to-year. Please complete the Google Form below to request a sticker.

Parents will be notified when their students are provided with a parking sticker.

SHS is a closed campus and students may not leave campus unless they have prior authorized permission from their parent/guardian

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Student parking is only permitted on the east/mountain side of the building. Students are not allowed to park in the staff parking lot on the west/ocean side of the building.

Reminder when parking on our steep hill to curb your tires to help avoid any accidental rolling.

Please click the LINK here for bus stop information.

If you cannot find your bus stop or believe it is incorrect, please contact our transportation supervisor at 503-738-7150 or cpeters@seasidek12.org.

Please be at your bus stop 5 minutes earlier than the scheduled pick-up time. Bus times vary due to traffic levels. Bus route information is posted on our school website. See link above.

During the 2026-2027 school year we will again be using our bus badge program. This program increases the safety of our students on our buses by allowing us to know who is on the bus at all times and at which stop they exited.

Here's how it works. Student ID Bus Badge system utilizes an ID which communicates with the Bus Pass scanner located on the bus. Students will scan the badge as students enter and exit the bus instead of having to take paper attendance.

If you prefer to opt your bus rider out of this program please cotact the Transportation Department directly at cpeters@seasidek12.org or 503-738-7150. It is important to note that students who opt-out of the electronic monitoring portion of the program will still need to show their Student ID Bus Pass to ride a district school bus. Their badge will just not have an active barcode to scan.

Have you lost or damaged your Student ID? No problem! Simply fill out the below form to request a replacement.

Q: My student needs to ride the bus home with another student today - what should I do?

A: We must have requests preferably no later than one hour prior to the end of the school day. Permission may be provided verbally over the phone, emailed, or with a note given to the Main Office indicating the date, the name of the student your student will be riding with, and your contact information

You may email the request to sgiess@seasidek12.org or aplarson@seasidek12.org If you need further assistance please call the main office at (503)738-5586.

If you will need to pick up your student before the school day ends, please send them in the morning with a note to the Main Office. That way we can have your student ready for pickup at the time you need them. You may also call us ahead of time and we will get your student ready for you.

To avoid receiving the automated attendance notices if your student is absent, please contact the Main Office as soon as possible at 503-738-5586.

The Main Office hours are Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 4:30 pm.

If your student has medical issues or needs to take medications during the school day, we need to hear from you ASAP! The medications will need to be delivered to the main office by the parent/guardian (NOT the student). We will ask the parent to complete forms for each medication your student takes. If you would like to prefill the forms out please see below. Even if your student has medication they need to keep with them during the school day i.e.: inhaler or epi pen or if your student takes an over the counter medication ie: cough drops or Advil, we need to have a parent signed form on file.

For our 7th grade students: Please be aware that all 7th graders need a Tdap booster as part of their required immunizations to attend school. If your student has not yet had that booster, please contact your primary care provider for this immunization. Immunization exclusion day comes in mid February where all students must be up to date, or have an exemption in place, to avoid school exclusion.

Please contact the Main Office at (503) 738-5586 or the school nurse, Dani Nelson at dnelson@seasidek12.org

We have many amazing job opportunities. Check our online listings below and fill out an online job application today!

Ever considered subbing? ESS is committed to helping you find rewarding work in education that fits your lifestyle goals and level of experience. From daily, long-term, and building-based substitutes to permanent school support staff, we have exciting positions available at schools throughout the county. When, where, and how often you work is completely up to you!

Thank you for your interest in being a volunteer in the Seaside School District!

There are many ways a volunteer can help in our schools: reading groups, mentoring, assisting in a library or cafeteria, school beautification projects, coaching, field trips, and much more.

ALL VOLUNTEERS must first complete an application and background check to create a profile in the district-wide Volunteer Management System. Once a profile is created, volunteers will be able to update personal information, view and sign up for volunteer needs, and communicate with the school(s).

Please keep in mind that background checks may take more than five business days to be processed. If you have already completed a background check at one of our schools you do not need to complete one for additional schools. Just let us know that you've already completed a background check at a different SSD school and we'll get you switched.

The McKinney-Vento (formerly Title X) Homeless Program does not just serve families living in shelters or cars but all students who do not have a fixed, regular, or adequate living situation. We need your help to identify these students!

When children are hungry, they aren't able to focus on the job of learning. The Food4Kids Seaside Program is available to help and is offered to students at Seaside Secondary School (grades 6-12) who do not have access to consistent meals on the weekends. Food is fuel, and we want to help your child be fueled and ready to learn each week!

The volunteers at Food4Kids provide a bag filled with food on the last school day before each weekend. Students will bring this food home from school on Fridays.

Seaside School District is once again able to provide a Free Breakfast and Lunch to ALL Preschool - 12th grade students. To view the menus for each school please click the link here:

Calendars

• Seaside Secondary School Activity and Athletics Calendar
• Seaside School District Calendar

Seaside High School

Seaside Middle School

Seaside Schools Athletics

Seaside High School Website: https://shs.seasidek12.org/

Seaside Middle School Website: https://sms.seasidek12.org/

The Seaside School District does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination in any programs or activities on the basis of protected class, including age, citizenship status, color, disability, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. See Nondiscrimination Policy and Complaint Policy and Form.

Complaints and/or inquiries regarding discrimination based on any protected class listed here may be directed to the Coordinator specified below. Unresolved complaints may be appealed to the Oregon Department of Education. Complaints and/or inquiries regarding discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, and/or sex may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX Coordinator (sex discrimination), Section 504 Coordinator (disability discrimination), ADA/Title II Coordinator (disability discrimination), or Civil Rights Coordinator (any discrimination):

2600 Spruce Drive, Suite 100, Seaside, OR 97138

503-971-320-3268

jrisner@seasidek12.org

Phone: 503 738 5586
Fax: 503 738 5589

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 4:30 pm