Principal's Message
Dear Hallinan Families,
Four years ago, I collaborated with Mary’s Woods to apply for a grant through the PGE Renewable Development Fund. The grant was awarded and Mary’s Woods was able to install solar panels on one of their buildings. This wonderful partnership has since grown and we have formed an intergenerational program where Hallinan students and staff and Mary’s Woods residents and staff are working together toward a green and sustainable future for our next generation.
Last Friday, I joined Ms Orme’s 3rd grade class and we went to Mary’s Woods for a Celebration of Renewable Energy. Ms Orme’s class read a poem, and spoke about sustainability, what it means and how we demonstrate it at Hallinan. And, last spring, one of our classes assisted Mary’s Woods in planting their pollinator garden to support local bees, hummingbirds and butterflies. We are very grateful for our important – and fun – partnership with Mary’s Woods. We took a few photos to share with you all. I am also including photos of our 3rd grade teaching staff. If you've been following along, you may notice that I skipped 2nd grade this week - don't worry, I haven't forgotten, I will include them next week.
Melissa Griffiths
Please make sure to complete the following action items:
- Complete Required Tech Consent DUE 9/30 - for K-5th grade only.
- Complete the annual Volunteer Application for LOSD if you want to volunteer at Hallinan this year (this includes the Jog-a-Thon) - we would love to have you all join us!
STEM Lab Request:
- Mrs Doran is looking for shoe boxes! Any size is fine. Please send them in with your child.
9/29 - First PTO Meeting at 6:30 pm at Hallinan
9/30 - Complete Required Tech Actions for Your Student to Use Technology
10/3 - Student Services Back to School Night 6 pm at Lakeridge Middle School
10/7 - Picture Day
10/12 - Walk and Bike to School Day
10/14 - No School - Statewide Professional Day
10/19 - Jog-a-thon
10/20 - PTO Meeting at 8:30 am at Hallinan
10/21 - No School - Teacher Work Day
10/27-28 - No School - Elementary Conferences
10/31 - Harvest Fest
Librarian, Nicolle Landau, has been reading books about Respect to our students to coincide with our character trait study this month. The books she chose are: Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes, Between Us and Abuela by Mitali Perkins and The Recess Queen by Alexis O'Neill for Kindergarten through 2nd graders; and, The Golden Rule by Ilene Cooper, Harvesting Hope by Kathleen Krull and Going Home by Eve Bunting for 3rd through 5th graders. If you want to learn more about our character trait RESPECT, click here.
A reminder for parents/guardians: please complete the three actions listed below so that your student may use school district software and technology resources (devices, digital textbooks, etc.). The deadline to complete the three steps is Friday, Sept. 30.
- A parent or guardian must provide consent for each student to use District software and resources
- A Parent/Guardian and each Student must agree to the Acceptable Use Policy
- Families must choose to enroll or decline participation in the Device Damage and Loss Protection Program ($20 annual fee per student).
By enrolling or declining participation in the Device Damage and Loss Protection Program, you will complete all three requirements - click HERE. Please note this if for K-5th grade students only, Pre-K families do not need to complete this task.
For the safety of children, volunteers are required to have an approved background check when volunteering in schools. To help streamline compliance with state and school board policies, which require that all volunteers have background checks and knowledge of other board policies -- as well as state-mandated proof of vaccination (or a qualified exemption) -- we are introducing a new all-in-one volunteer application and approval process through ou Raptor Visitor Management System. Submitting an online application initiates the background check process. Once submitted, applicants will receive an email upon approval of your background check and you will be given access through the onsite Raptor System at all schools. Please allow up to three weeks to process your approval.
Volunteers need to submit only one application for volunteering in all LOSD schools. Applications need to be submitted annually to capture changes in background checks, policies, and/or vaccination requirements. Thank you for applying promptly, and for your service to our students and schools. We are grateful for our volunteers. Volunteer Application for LOSD
Hello Hallinan Families!
FIRST PTO MEETING!
Please join us this TODAY September 29th at 6:30.
This is an in-person meeting held in the library, and the budget will be discussed by our distinguished treasurer Sylvia. Click here for the agenda.
Slice of Gratitude
Today we are thanking the rest of our third-tier T-shirt sponsors!
And here's the thing with these donors, none of these local businesses have kids at this school. They are doing it just because they want ALL kids to succeed!
Can you please let the owners know how much you appreciate them!!!
Nicoletta's Table
https://www.nicolettastable.com
Orange Theory Fitness
https://www.orangetheory.com/en-us/locations/oregon/lake-oswego/4025-mercantile-drive-suite-120/
Brighton Jones
https://www.brightonjones.com/locations/portland/
Fall Ball!
Here's some info the league wants you to know!
The LOYTBA Pacers Youth Basketball league offers opportunities to play competitive basketball for players in grades 4th - 8th. LOYTBA also offers a recreational league for grades 3rd - 5th. Check out these links for more information and to sign up today:
* Fall training: starts on October 2nd for 3rd - 8th graders.
* Competitive Team Tryouts: October 22nd and October 23rd for 4th - 8th graders
* Recreational League: starts in December for 3rd - 5th graders
Check out our website for more information. www.lakeridgeyouthbasketball.com
We also invite you to attend our Parent Information Night on October 13th at 6:30 pm in the Lakeridge Middle School cafeteria.
And finally, we will repeat some Jog-A-Thon info!
Check out the display that Erin and Jesi made in the entryway! So many local businesses donated to our efforts, and the case is full of gift baskets for kids to win at Jog-A-Thon. Make sure you register on Pledgestar!
Here's the Pledgestar link: visit Pledgestar
Each student will receive 1 raffle ticket for every $20 they raise in Pledgestar. We've pulled together some fabulous themed baskets the kids can put their tickets towards - check them out in the front vestibule!
Additionally, we'll have prizes for:
* Top Pledgestar Fundraiser = Principal for a Day
* Class that Runs the Most Laps = Popsicles with the Principal
* Student who Run the Most Laps in Each Class = Special Announcement & Prize
* The Student With the Most Jog-a-Thon Spirit in Each Class (as determined by the teacher/class).
Tara Clasen and Shelby Setter
Hallinan PTO Co-Presidents 2022-23
It’s time to update your family information for the school directory and pay your student(s) fees.
Here's what you need to do to login:
- Go to https://hallinanpto.membershiptoolkit.com
- Go to the Returning User section.
- Login in with your e-mail and password from last year.
- If you did NOT register last year, follow these instructions:
- Go to the New User section.
- Select "Create Account" and fill in the name, email, and password information.
- Click "verify my email" and then check your email for a link to complete the process. The link expires in 2 hours. If you do not receive the email, check your spam or junk folders.
- Once you have verified your email address, log back in and finish the registration process.
Action items:
- Complete the Parent/Family and Student Information.
- Complete the Directory/Publish Preferences.
- Please pay your Student Fees
- Consider donating to the PTO ($50/student suggestion) in the online Store.
Once the Primary Account is set up, the Primary User can "invite" other email addresses to access his/her account. This allows the Secondary User to have their own login information, but still have access to the family account. Please register and update your family data today!
Questions? - Please don't hesitate to contact Nicole Blum
Are you going to the Lakeridge Homecoming Game on 9/29?
If so help support Lakeridge Athletic Teams, Clubs & Groups by eating dinner at the game.
- Concessions Grill — Hamburger & Hot Dog Meals ( in front of the old concession stand by the track and entry gate)
- Main concessions at the Stadium — Candy, Hot/Cold Drinks, Hot Dogs, Popcorn & more. (on the backside of stadium)
- Food Trucks: Kona Shaved ice and Elephant ears
Cash/Credit cards are accepted at both concession stands.
Lakeridge Varsity Football vs Tualatin
Thursday 9/29 - Game starts at 7PM, concessions opens at 6:15
Who: World-famous Harlem Wizards will play against twenty-five Lake Oswego Junior High (LOJ) “Salty Sailors,” including the principal, teachers, and staff
What: Tricks, Hoops, and Alley-oops with Music for a great cause
When: Tickets available now for Wed, Oct. 5th at 7pm (doors open at 6pm)
Where: LOHS West Gym
How: Get your tickets online at LOJ Salty Sailors vs Harlem Wizards
Why: Raise funds for LOJ Parent Club to support educational and school community programs
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
Click here to see the updated LOSD Elementary School Student and Family Handbook