The Current

Message from the Superintendent: Congratulations Class of 2023

Celebrating Pride Month

National Gun Violence Awareness Day

Honoring Our Retirees

New School Principal and Assistant Principals

Oak Creek 5th Grader Wins National History Bee

School Board Meeting

Last and First Days of School Schedule

Math Adoption Community Review Closing

LOHS Athletics Hall of Honor Induction Banquet

Time to Register for Elementary Strings Program

Save the Date: Smart Start 2023

Verify Your Student's Information

Health Information:

• Reminders from Our District Nurses
• Medication Pickup
• Immunizations for Next School Year

Enrichment & Recreational Programs

• Lakeridge Youth Football 2023 Fall Registration
• Swim Lessons at Lake Grove Swim Park
  
• Registration Open for Spring, Summer Enrichment & Recreation
  

Community News:

• Respond to Racism Storytime
• Respond to Racism Community Meeting
• LO Library Summer Reading Program
  
• You're Invited: Native American Cultural Events

Regular Reminders:

• Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988
• Hunger Fighters Oregon
  
• Safe Oregon
  
• School Incident Reporting
  
• Get Social with LOSD

Join us in celebrating Pride Month, recognizing our diverse and dynamic LGBTQ+ community. We are proud of how our learning community is making the world a more inclusive and accepting place for everyone. We strive to create a culture of belonging that inspires all of our students to be critical thinkers who contribute positively to our complex world.

Today is National Gun Violence Awareness Day, and many in our learning community wear orange to support life-saving gun safety measures and safe and protected schools. LOSD was one of the first school districts in Oregon to pass Policy KGBB banning firearms on school grounds and has partnered with Be Smart to promote safe firearm storage.

Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children and teens. We urge parents and caregivers to practice responsible gun storage by securing firearms in their homes and asking about the presence of guns in the homes of family and friends. Free gun locks are available for Lake Oswego residents from the Lake Oswego Police Department.

We are giving a shoutout to our teachers and staff retiring at the end of this school year. Thank you for your years of service!

• Nancy Caron, Teacher, Science at Lakeridge High
• Laura Johnson, Teacher at Oak Creek
• Lisa Mitchell, Teacher, Language Arts at Lake Oswego High
• Mary Neerhout, Teacher, 4th Grade at Forest Hills
• David Nuss, Teacher, Math at Lakeridge High
• Christopher Otness, Teacher, Math at Lakeridge Middle
• Debra Owen, Teacher, Art at Lake Oswego Middle
• Lilian Sarlos, Principal at Palisades World Language School
• Rhoda Wolff, EA at Oak Creek Elementary
  

We are pleased to announce a few leadership changes at our schools. Please join us in welcoming these administrators to their new positions in our district.

At Palisades World Language School, Noah Hurd has been appointed the new interim principal of our district's elementary language immersion school. He will also serve as the district's K12 Language Immersion Program Coordinator. Noah begins his new role starting July 1, following the retirement of Lilian Sarlos.

At Lakeridge High School, Brian Crawford will return to his alma mater as Assistant Principal. Brian will begin his new role starting July 1, following Noah Hurd's move to Palisades. Brian graduated from Lakeridge High School, Class of 1995, as a distinguished student, artist, and athlete.

John Parke will return to Lakeridge High School as the Assistant Principal, a role he held before for seven years. John will begin as assistant principal on July 1, following the departure of Teresa Sanchez, who has accepted a principal position in the Beaverton School District.

We are conducting our hiring process to fill the new position of Coordinator of LOSD Safety and Security (formerly the Director of Safety and Security) and the role of assistant principal at Lake Oswego High School.

Congratulations to Drew Havens, a fifth grader at Oak Creek Elementary School. He is the western region winner of the History Bee! Over 16,000 students in grades 3-5 competed in the national contest, and four champions were crowned, representing each geographic region. Way to go, Drew!

Monday, June 5

School District/Lake Grove Park Budget Public Hearing 6:00 p.m.

Regular Session approximately 6:10 p.m.

Click here for the agenda posted on district website

LOSD Administration Building

The Lake Oswego School Board meetings are in-person and open to the public. In-person attendance is limited to those who occupy available seating first and observe meeting guidelines for conduct. Doors will open approximately 15 minutes before the start of the public session. All may follow the general session remotely by clicking here.

Board members take both written and in-person testimony. Click here for instructions for members of the public who wish to provide in-person testimony. Submit an email to the Board Secretary kelli.cranston@loswego.k12.or.us by 12 p.m. day of the meeting. IMPORTANT: Type “In-Person Testimony” in the subject line.

Last days of 2022-23 School Year

June 12: Last day for grades K-11, and a half-day dismissal schedule:

• Elementary school half-day dismissal: 11 a.m.
• Middle school half-day dismissal: 12 p.m.
• High school half-day dismissal: 1 p.m.

First days of 2023-24 School Year

Sept. 5: First day for grades 1-5, 6, and 9
Sept. 6: First day for grades 7-8 and 10-12
Sept. 8: First day for all kindergarteners

Find the district calendars for the 2023-24 and 2024-25 school years on the district and school websites under Find It Fast / Calendar. Please note that kindergartners in Lake Oswego begin with a Kindergarten Orientation and a staggered start during the first week of school. At the end of the summer, your school’s main office will send information about your child’s orientation appointment time during September 5-7. The first day for all kindergartners will be on Friday, September 8.

The Lake Oswego School Board approved the recommended new K-12 mathematics textbooks and materials.

• K-5 iReady from Curriculum Associates
• 6-8 Big Ideas from Cengage
• 9-12 Big Ideas from Cengage

Our curriculum adoption committee leads shared community review feedback, provided perspectives, and answered questions at the last School Board meeting. Please watch the K-12 Math Curriculum Adoption presentation under School Board Meeting May 22, discussion item 6.5. We will implement the new materials in our classrooms starting this 2023-24 school year.

Additionally, the committee recommended new textbooks for Pre-calculus, Discrete Mathematics, AP Statistics, AP Calculus, and AP Calculus BC. That proposed math curriculum is available for community review online through June 2. Find details on the district website under Curriculum Adoption.

All are invited to the Lake Oswego High School Athletic Hall of Honor Induction Banquet in the LOH Auditorium on June 3, 6-9 p.m. in the LOHS auditorium.

Inductees in the Class of 2023 Athletic Hall of Honor:

• 2004 LOHS Baseball Team
• Dick Curtis (Former Coach / Athletic Director: 1974-2000 )
• Elijah Greer (Class of 2009)
• Don Kieling (Former Teacher/Coach/Administrator: 1952-1982)
• Kelsey Lavender (Class of 2004)
• Sean Magee (Class of 2000)
• Tate Murray (Class of 2010)
• Doris Popple (Former Teacher/Coach: 1952-1983)
• Jess Rhodes (Former Teacher/Coach: 1961-1982)

For more information on the LOHS Athletic Hall of Honor, visit the Hall of Honor webpage.

LOSD Beginning Strings and Elementary Orchestra offers classes before school for students in grades 4 and 5 interested in playing violin, viola, cello, or bass. Our beloved Strings program has been a jewel of our district for over 30 years and we are excited to see our promising young musicians take up a string instrument next fall! Please see the website for details and sign up your student today to prepare for classes starting in the fall.

Smart Start is an opportunity specifically for our students with 504s and IEPs, and their parents and guardians to make introductions and connect with their teachers and to feel prepared and welcomed for the start of school. Smart Start is in person on Thursday, Aug. 31,12:30-2:30 p.m.

Teachers will be familiar with your student’s plans and accommodations. To help get to know your students, please complete the attached one-page profile or create one on your own ahead of time, and give it to the teacher at the Smart Start introduction.

Also, to assist in your family’s preparation for the new school year, use the Smart Start checklist for parents and guardians of students with 504s and IEPs. See you on August 31!

We know people appreciate hearing from us. However…52 students in our system have workplace switchboards listed as their family's primary numbers. If possible, please do your coworkers a favor and put your personal line as the primary contact when you verify your student's information.

Log into ParentVUE and review/update your students' information through the Register/Verify tab. If you have forgotten your ParentVUE password, go to the login page, click "I am a Parent," then click "Forgot Password." If you are unsure whether you have a ParentVUE account, contact your student's school. For assistance with the verification process, refer to the user guide on the LOSD website or contact your student's school.

Medication Pick Up

Absolutely ALL medications, prescription and over-the-counter, left in the health room must be picked up by the end of the school day, June 12th, 2023. Only parents and guardians may collect the medications. They cannot be sent home with students. Medication Authorization Forms for next year are available on the district web page.

Immunizations for Next Year

Please review the OHA requirements and information on required immunizations for students. Please arrange to complete immunizations and update Synergy over the summer to avoid exclusion in 2024.

If you want to speak to your school nurse, click here: contact your district nurse

Lakeridge Youth Football is open to students rising to Kindergarten through 8th Grade in the fall. All skill levels are welcome. Register soon to receive early bird pricing. Registration

• Grades K-2 flag football
• Grades 3/4 play rookie tackle
• Grades 5-8 play tackle.

Questions? Sunday, June 4, at 5:30 p.m., at the main Lakeridge High School football field, meet Varsity Coach Spencer Phillips, the incoming youth coaches, and LYF board members to

learn more about our program. Hear about the program's commitment to safety and sportsmanship.

For more information, please visit https://www.lakeridgeyouthfootball.org/.

Lake Grove Swim Park trained lifeguards offer swim lessons in July and August. All children who reside in Lake Oswego are eligible for lessons. Registration is open on losdschools.org under Community Programs / Lake Grove Swim Park.

Image is a painting by Lake Oswego resident and artist James McGrew, " The Leap (My Daughter Learning to Swim in Lake Oswego)"

LOSD facilities are used by community vendors and our schools to offer students enrichment and recreational opportunities after class and during breaks. For a full list of offerings from our schools and community vendors for elementary, middle and high school students, please visit the Community Programs on the district website.

All are welcome to participate in the Respond to Racism continuing young readers series, Storytime, hosted by Katharine Phelps.

Monday, June 5

5-5:30 p.m.

Online storytime -- register today

Please share this invite with your neighbors and family. This may be one of the few places your child can participate in a BIPOC reading group.

Respond to Racism is hosting a community meeting about: Understanding the History of Policing and Gun Violence in America.

Monday, June 5

6:30-8 p.m.

In-person at Lake Oswego United Christ of Church or online

Register today

In a moderated discussion with Denmark Whitaker, participants will hear from two former law enforcement officers, Bob Henderson (City of Santa Clara) and Don Plunkett (NYC/South Bronx). Learn more about the history of law enforcement, modern-day policing, gun violence, and its impact on our community.

The Summer Library Challenge “Find Your Voice” is the Lake Oswego Public Library’s 2023 summer reading, learning and exploration program for ALL ages and abilities. It will take place beginning June 1 and ending August 31. Sign up online at lopl.org/summer to track your summer reading, complete outdoor challenges and enter your scavenger hunt finds.

The Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact the Children’s desk at 503-697-6580 or visit the Lake Oswego Library website.

There are two exciting events highlighting Native American culture happening in Clackamas County through a partnership with the Native Wellness Institute. On June 9, there will be a Coastal Jam where five tribal families will share about Native canoe culture, and a meal will be served. On June 10, there will be a full Pow Wow with singing, dancing, and feasting. Both events are free and open to everyone.

Our trauma-informed school counselors provide support and are available for anyone who needs to talk at school. Additionally, if you or someone you know needs help, please access the resources about grief posted on losdschools.org.

For immediate help, call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, a United States-based suicide prevention network of over 200+ crisis centers that provide 24/7 service via a toll-free hotline. The number 9-8-8. It is available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.

Visit the food pantry at 4 Monroe Parkway, Suite A. Deliveries are available on Mondays.

Shop in hours:

• Wednesdays 5-7 p.m.
• Friday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• Sundays 3-5 p.m.

Learn more at hungerfightersoregon.org.

Reach out to your principal with concerns to maintain strong lines of communication and partnership between students, families, staff, and other resources.

SafeOregon is also an effective way to report a tip regarding safety threats or potential acts of violence to our students or schools. https://www.safeoregon.com/ Be aware that intentionally providing a false report is a serious offense.

Report microaggressions, bias, harassment and discrimination in a school related to race, ethnicity, religion, age, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other aspect of identity:

• Incident Report for Elementary School
  
• Incident Report for Middle Schools
  
• Incident Report for High Schools
  

Incidents may also be reported to an administrator, a trusted staff member, or anonymously to SafeOregon.com.

LOSD has ramped up its social media presence. Please join us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram @weareLOSD

Email: info@loswego.k12.or.us
Website: https://www.losdschools.org
Location: 2455 Country Club Road, Lake Oswego, OR, USA
Phone: (503) 534-2000
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Twitter: @weareLOSD

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