Scott Family Newsletter

Hola Scotties!

As we approach the final weeks of the school year, there is so much to celebrate within our school community. I am thrilled to invite all of our families to join us for our annual Kermes festival this Friday beginning at 5:00. This event is a wonderful tradition filled with student performances, guest performers, games, and a variety of food trucks. It is a perfect opportunity to enjoy food, fun, and time with friends, and I truly hope to see your family there.

I also want to take a moment to recognize the incredible people who help our school thrive. We would love to show our gratitude to our volunteers at our Sunrise Social volunteer appreciation event on Friday, May 22nd at 8:30 in the gym. Please find the invitations and RSVP information included below. Your contributions make a world of difference for our students, and we look forward to celebrating you.

In our classrooms, our third through fifth grade students have been working exceptionally hard to demonstrate their best learning on the OSAS state assessments. We are almost done with testing, and we are so proud of the focus and effort they have shown throughout this process.

Lastly, please join me in congratulating our second graders for winning the first round of the Attendance Rocket Launch challenge. They have been averaging over 92% average daily attendance and have earned a dance party to celebrate their success. This is a great reminder that Scotties show up to shine.

Warmly,

Tiana Ahmann

• May 15, Kermes
• May 21, Last day of spring SUN
• May 22, Sunrise Social, Volunteer Appreciation Celebration 8:30-9:45am
• May 25, No School, Memorial Day Holiday
• June 1, Field Day
• June 5, K (10am) and 5th Grade (1pm) Promotions, Last Day of School

Dear Scott Families,

Portland Public Schools is starting a rightsizing process that will continue through the summer and into the fall. If you were not able to attend one of the Board of Education's Rightsizing Engagements in April, it is not too late to share your thoughts on this initial phase of the process.

Lend your voice by completing the poll below which will inform the rightsizing decision-making framework. Please complete the poll by 11:59 PM on Friday, May 15.

English | Spanish | Vietnamese | Chinese | Russian | Somali

Over the next several months, there will be multiple ways to continue to share your ideas, thoughts and questions. Additional engagement events are being scheduled for June.

You can find more information and a calendar of upcoming events on the rightsizing webpage.

Thank you for sharing your perspective.

The YMCA of Columbia‑Willamette has updated pricing for Before & After School Care for the 2026–2027 school year, including lower rates for many families, new 2‑day and 3‑day enrollment options, and pricing that better reflects actual program hours.

These updates were informed by family feedback and are designed to increase affordability and flexibility while maintaining high‑quality care. Families enrolled in YMCA Child Care are also eligible for 30% off YMCA membership.

Open registration begins Tuesday, May 26 at 7:00 AM for all families. Current participants should have received prior communication with early registration information.
Learn more and register at ymcacw.org/programs/childcare or contact CCRegistration@ymcacw.org.

A member of our Scott School community has a citrus allergy. We ask that all citrus foods, drinks and products (for example cleaning supplies and lotions) are kept at home at all times. We appreciate your cooperation and support in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all.

• Kermés (5/15): We need LOTS of hands to make this event happen - please sign up for a shift! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805094EADAE2BA20-63539570-kermes#/
• Food Pantry (Thursdays, 2:15-3:45): https:/www.signupgenius.com/go/805094EADAE2BA20-60362512-scot