Foster Fox Files

Shelley Nurre, Principal

Website: https://shsd55or.gov/foster/

School Hours: 7:45 a.m. – 2:15 p.m., Monday through Friday (excluding Wednesdays)

Early Release Wednesdays: 7:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.

Breakfast begins 7:30 a.m.

Classroom doors open 7:45 a.m.

As our 3rd–6th grade students are in the midst of state testing, we want to take a moment to recognize their hard work and perseverance. Our students have been building their skills all year long, and this is an opportunity for them to show what they know and celebrate their growth. We are proud of the focus, effort, and positive attitudes we are seeing across classrooms.

Families play an important role in helping students feel confident and prepared during testing. A few simple routines at home can make a big difference. Ensure your child:

• gets a good night’s sleep
• eats a healthy breakfast
• arrives at school on time each day

Consistent attendance and punctuality are especially important during the testing window. Arriving on time helps students begin the day without stress and ensures they don’t miss important instructions. If possible, please avoid scheduling appointments during school hours so students can fully participate.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Together, we can help our students approach testing with confidence and success!

This Month's Events:

5/4 (Mon): 4:00-5:30 Kindergarten Round Up

5/21 (Thur): 5:00-6:30 STEM Night

5/22 (Fri): Spirit Day--Decade's Day

5/25 (Mon): No School-Memorial Day

5/27-29 (Wed-Fri): Outdoor School-6th graders

Upcoming Events:

6/3 (W)ed: Senior Walk-Thru Day

6/11 (Thur): Last day of school--11:15 dismissal

6/12 (Fri): Grading Day

📌Current enrollment: 272 (Gain of 3 students from March) 🎉

📌April average school-wide attendance: 90% (Goal 97%)

Kinder: 86% (3 percentage point gain from March) 🎉

1st grade: 90.5% (5.5 percentage point gain from March) 🎉

2nd grade: 89% (1 percentage point gain from February)🎉

3rd grade: 92% (No gain/loss from March)

4th grade: 91% (1.5 percentage point gain from March)🎉

5th grade: 91.25% (.25 percentage point loss from March)

6th grade: 89% (2 percentage point gain from February) 🎉

As we begin planning for the upcoming school year, our teachers thoughtfully create balanced classes that take into account a variety of student needs, learning styles, and peer dynamics. Every effort is made to place students in supportive classroom communities where they can thrive. While we will do our best to consider placement requests made by Monday, May 18, we are not able to guarantee them.

Class lists will be posted at the school in the fall prior to the start of the school year. We appreciate your trust in our process and look forward to another great year ahead!