Principal's Message
Dear Hallinan Families,
Our Hallinan students are AMAZING and I am very excited to share some news about a few recent achievements!
Our OBOB team, 4th graders, Ewan Cramer, Liam Dela Cruz, Meera Isaac and Cam Lesner won the Oregon Battle of the Books State Championship! They read some amazing books over the past year and have been outstanding competitors throughout the OBOB season. I am so proud of their efforts and teamwork. Their joy of reading - and competing - shines through in the photos below.
And even more good news, 5th grade sisters, Emma and Elise Irving entered the If I Were Mayor Contest and Emma won first place and Elise won second place! I've included a photo of Emma and Elise as well as their entries below. They competed against 4th-12th grade students, sharing creative and inspirational ideas about what they would do as mayor.
Congratulations to all - you are AWESOME!! And, a big shout out to the community of parents, coaches and staff that encourage and support our students!
Melissa Griffiths
We cannot thank our volunteers enough! Without you, we would be without our Classroom Helpers, Garden, Outdoor Classroom, Art Lit, OBOB, Children's Theater, HOPES, Spirit Wear, the Book Fair, a School Directory, the Jog-a-Thon, Walk/Bike to School Day, Mystery Readers, Field Trips, Class Parties and the list goes on and on.....
Our PTO is responsible for so much of our invaluable programming and has enriched our school with flexible seating, permanent art, curriculum and beautiful, engaging learning spaces. A tremendous and very grateful THANK YOU!!!
4/24-4/25 - OSAS Testing Science 5th Grade Only
4/27 - STEAM Night 5:30 to 7 pm
5/8-5/11 - OSAS Testing ELA 3rd-5th Grade
5/12 - Parent Input Forms Due
5/16-5/19 - OSAS Testing Math 3rd-5th Grade
5/26 - No School - Teacher Prep Day
5/29 - No School - Memorial Day
5/31 - Spring Carnival
6/5 - Field Day
District calendars for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 school years are now available on the district and Hallinan websites. You can find them here quickly.
STEAM Night - Hallinan is excited to host the 2nd Annual Family STEAM Night taking place on April 27 from 5:30 to 7 pm. Families are welcome and encouraged to attend this fun event that will foster creativity and love of learning for all. As you journey through classrooms and spaces at Hallinan you will discover science, technology, engineering, art and math activities designed to engage and inspire students and their families. Please make sure all students are accompanied by a guardian.
Hello Hallinan Families!
Slice of Gratitude
This week we want to thank all the teachers for allowing us into their classrooms! A member of the PTO presented about the Missoula Children's Theater and handed out permission slips to each class. If you need a permission slip, please see below.
New garden tables!
The gorgeous garden needed a place for children to sit and enjoy the amazing space. This week Erin & Britt from our garden team set up new, comfortable, bright and colorful outdoor seating complete with umbrellas. This is made possible with PTO dollars! Thank you to all the parents who help in our fundraising efforts.
Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week, May 8-12
Please see the schedule of events below. Additionally, your Room Parents will be communicating details via email. Thank you to our wonderful hospitality team, Catherine & Audra.
Lounge Update:
As part of Staff and Teachers Appreciation Week, we are collecting funds to update the teacher's lounge with additional seating, a work cart, fresh plants, and a few other items.
To give to the Teachers Lounge Update fund:
Venmo for LOUNGE UPDATE:
@Shelby-Setter (Hallinan Logo in photo). QR code included.
Paypal for LOUNGE UPDATE:
hallinantreasurer@gmail.com (name will appear as Hallinan Elementary School PTO).
We also want to thank our two Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week sponsors, Kia Hartley from Kinnamon's & Tessa Gold from Gold Properties. Please notice their contributions on the attached flyer and give them a warm thank you when you see them around!.
Thank you for helping our community thrive!!!
Tara Clasen and Shelby Setter
Hallinan PTO Co-Presidents 2022-23
How to Find Your Child's iReady Report
iReady assessments, a diagnostic tool for the purpose of providing specific data to assist in instructional planning have been posted to ParentVUE. This tool measures student performance linked to end-of-year standards. We use these scores in conjunction with class work as well as daily, weekly, monthly and term assessments to identify students' strengths and areas for improvement. You can find iReady reports by clicking on this link: ParentVUE and then on the documents tab.
Oregon State Assessment Opt-Out Form
Each school year, Oregon students take assessments to meet federal requirements. The purpose of these assessments is to provide data that schools can use to ensure that every child is on track and achieving learning goals.
State law requires us to inform you that a form is available from the State Department of Education that allows you to opt your child out of the math and English Language Arts assessments for the current school year. Should you wish to opt out your child, fill out the form and submit it to the main office at your child’s school. Please note the submission deadlines listed on the form. Meeting the deadline will help the school with planning and preparation. If you wish your child not to participate in the science assessment for grades 5, 8, and 11, submit this request in writing to the principal of your child's school.
If you have questions or want more information about state assessments, please contact your child’s principal or teacher(s).
Click here for opt-out form for Math and English Language Arts.
Bike Safety
As the weather improves, it’s a great time to consider getting outside. Your District Nurses want to remind and encourage your student to ride their bike safely and remember to wear a helmet. These resources can help your student get off to a great start.
Sun Safety
While outside, be sure to protect yourself and your student from harmful UV. Visit this link to learn ways to safely enjoy the sun and what to do if your student gets a bit too much.
Individualized Health Plan? - Watch for an Email
If your child has a LOSD Individualized Health Plan (IHP) developed in consultation with your District Nurse, please watch for an email! Your response is needed to confirm or update your student's plan. We appreciate your prompt response.
If you would like to speak to your school nurse, click the link below for contact information.
Parents-guardians who have concerns about a student’s well-being are encouraged to reach out to their principal and 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. Students should also be aware that intentionally providing a false report is a serious offense. https://www.safeoregon.com/
In addition, below are reporting methods for parents-guardians or students to use to report issues related to racist, bias, or harassment incidents.
· Incident Report for Elementary School
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
Resources:
Annual Volunteer Application for LOSD
LOSD Student and Family Handbook
Hallinan Website - Click Here!
Lake Oswego School District Website - Click Here
Registration for the 2023-24 school year is now open for new students. See the Registration & Verification page of the LOSD website for guidance. Parents/guardians do not need to register students for 2023-24 who are currently attending during the 2022-23 school year.
