WLWV Community Update
March 8, 2023
Help Us Celebrate Classified Staff Appreciation Week!
Students Shine During CREST-Jane Goodall Science Symposium
Student scientists from all across the district showcased months of hard work and research during the 2023 CREST-Jane Goodall Science Symposium on Feb. 28. 2015 Wilsonville High School Graduate Nicole Day provided the keynote speech, sharing her work in the area of "Engineering Immune Cell Responses Using Magnetic Particles" alongside words of wisdom about entering the professional scientific community.
Review the full list of science fair winners and learn more about what students created this year by watching this highlight video.
Kindergarten and Preschool Registration, Chinese Dual Language Program Registration, Open Now!
Kindergarten and Preschool registration for the 2023-24 school year is now open!
Families can learn more about the online enrollment process by visiting the district website. Additional preschool information, including tuition information, can be found on the preschool webpage.
We still have remaining slots for the Chinese Dual Language Program for interested incoming kindergarten students. To apply, or to learn more, please visit the district website.
MAP Launches Dollars for the Arts Campaign
Music and Arts Partners (MAP) are launching their annual “Dollars for the Arts” campaign to honor Music in our Schools Month and Youth Art Month.
Be on the lookout for donation envelopes coming home from your child’s school, or donate via our website below. Donations can be applied to our general fund, the Lynne Detrick Memorial Instrument Fund, or an arts program/school of your choice. (See below for instructions) Programs have advised us they are in need of diverse sheet music, instrument repairs, watercolor sets, sketchbooks, tools and more. All contributions are tax deductible per our non-profit 501(c)(3) status. MAP will provide tax receipts for all contributions of $50.00 or more. Checks are accepted and should be written to: Music and Arts Partners. Please specify the school or department you’d like to support in the memo.
Learn more by reading MAP's newsletter below.
Riverside High School Enrollment Open Now
Any current 8th and 9th grade student who lives in or is currently enrolled in the West Linn-Wilsonville School District is eligible to enroll for next school year. Riverside will open as a small comprehensive high school with International Baccalaureate, three new Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and co-curricular activities including select athletics. If you would like more information about Riverside High School before making your decision to enroll, please check out our website.
The enrollment process for this open window is very simple. Please fill out the google form that can be found here. Once the enrollment window closes, the Riverside High School Team will be in contact with students and families regarding next steps. Thank you for your interest in Riverside High School.
Family Empowerment Center News
FEC Offers Folklorico Dance to All Interested Students
In collaboration with the WLWV SD Department of Teaching and Learning and the FEC, we are happy and excited to offer the Folklorico Dance Class for all students of WLWV SD.
The student's participation is not only to learn the dances of a particular region, but to learn something about the culture as well. These students will be able to ultimately represent the WLWV SD with the Ballet Folklorico "De Colores" Classes start the week of March 6th and finish the week of May 18th with a presentation to parents. Students can still register if they're interested.
Mondays: Students 7-12 grade
Thursdays: Students K-6 (a few exceptions could be made for 6th grade students moving to Mondays class)
Time: 6-7:30 p.m.
Location: Boeckman Creek Primary School/Stage
6700 SW Wilsonville Rd, Wilsonville OR 97070
Fee: $40.00 (scholarships available)
We strongly encourage the participation of parents for these classes as part of the costumes will have to be made for the student. We will have a parent general meeting on the first day of each class, while their kids are in class. This meeting will be held at the FEC which is located behind Boeckman Creek Primary. Once you enroll your student your email will be included in a group list for future communications.
Here is the link for the enrollment form. If There are any questions, please direct those to Maria Horton at 503-673-7690 or hortonm@wlwv.k12.or.us (information included in flier)
WLWV Schools Celebrate Women's History Month Through Literature
Learn More About Employment Opportunities Within the West Linn-Wilsonville School District
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Keep Informed on Capital Bond Project Progress
Community members are also encouraged to sign up for project updates through the Capital Bond Project ListServs. Families can review the 2022 Quarter 4 Capital Bond Report by visiting the district website.
Upcoming Events
March 13 — School Board Meeting
March 27-31 — Spring Break (No School)
About West Linn-Wilsonville
Email: kilstroa@wlwv.k12.or.us
Website: https://www.wlwv.k12.or.us
Location: 22210 Southwest Stafford Road, Tualatin, OR, USA
Phone: 503-673-7000
Facebook: facebook.com/wlwvschools
Twitter: @wlwvdistrict