THE GRANTONIAN

If you are a 9th Grade family and your student will no longer be attending Grant for the 26/27 school year? please drop us a quick email at GrantRegistrar@pps.net to update us on where they will be going. Letting us know as soon as possible helps us offer open spots to students waitlisted for classes or programs. We greatly appreciate your help with this!

August 17: First Day of Fall Sports

August 20: Gear Up -Freshmen

• 🏈 Football Jamboree @ Centennial High School

September 1: 🔦🔦 Flip the Switch Ceremony 🔦 🔦 ⚽7pm Vs. Westview

September 7: Labor Day Holiday (No School)

September 8-11: Musical Auditions 3:45-7 Auditorium

September 11: 🏈 7pm Vs. Benson -HOMECOMING GAME!

September 12: 🏈 6:30pm HOMECOMING DANCE

September 15: Hispanic Heritage Month Begins (Runs through Oct 15), ⚽7pm Vs. West Albany

September 16: Back to School Night 6-9pm

September 22:⚽7pm Vs. Hood River Valley

September 24: Mid-Term Progress reports. ⚽7pm Vs Beverton

September 30: ⚽7pm Vs Benson

October 2026

October 2: 🏈 7pm Vs. Cleveland - Homecoming ***May be rescheduled***

October 5: Fall Jazz Concert, 7pm Auditorium

October 6: Fall Band Concert, 7pm Auditorium

October 8: 🏈 7pm Vs. Roosevelt

October 15: Fall Choir Concert, 7pm Auditorium

October 23: 🏈 7pm Vs. Ida B. Wells

What to Expect at Your Session

• School Photos & Student IDs: Students will have their official school photo taken and receive their new Student ID card, which conveniently serves as their TriMet HOP pass.

• Yondr Pouches : All Students will be issued their Yondr pouches. Please note: Students are responsible for maintaining their assigned pouch. The replacement cost is $34.

• New Chromebook Distribution: Every single student will receive a brand-new, school-issued Chromebook and charger for the 2026/2027 school year. This will be their device to use until they graduate.

Pro tip: Bring a Backpack!

Because all students will be walking away with a new Chromebook, charger and Yondr pouch, we strongly ask that students bring a backpack. This will make it much easier to safely transport their new tech home to charge up and get ready for the start of school.

https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/ASB-Sticker-202627/Sewigu4

Buy your ASB now so it will be printed on your School ID

Getting all our Generals ready for the new school year is a huge undertaking, and we truly cannot do it without the support of our amazing community!

We are looking for volunteers to help hand out materials, direct traffic, and assist with technology check out during our "Back to School Gear Up Days" August 20th – August 24th.

If you have a few hours to spare during any of the shifts, we would love your help to make these days run as smoothly as possible. It is also a great way to welcome students back to campus and see some familiar faces! https://volunteersignup.org/CPFWC

Portland Public Schools utilizes a visitor/volunteer management system for persons visiting schools. PPS is committed to ensuring our schools are safe places for our students and staff, and this system enables us to be certain we know who is in our schools at all times. Volunteers must first be approved and background checked by the district. To apply to be a volunteer, please visit www.pps.net/volunteer.

This software system also enables PPS to screen visitors and volunteers against the sex offender registry. Names and date of birth are compared to the sex offender registry only. No other external sources are checked and the information you share is securely stored in an internal PPS database. Please note that registered sex offenders are not permitted to enter school grounds (View Policy: Registered Sex Offenders 3.10.015-AD). All visitors/volunteers will need to wear the printed name badge that identifies their name, photo, the date and their destination.

We thank you for your understanding and support of enhanced school safety protocols in our district.

Letter to Parents/Guardians Regarding New Visitor/Volunteer Procedures

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Please bring a government-issued ID

To enter a PPS school beyond the main office while school is in session:

1. Present a Government-Issued Identification (ID). Examples include:

• Driver’s License (from Oregon or another state)
• State Identification Card (from Oregon or another state)
• Passport ID Card
• Consular Card

2. The school staff will scan your ID and print an official name badge.

3. What if I do not have a Government-Issued ID?

1. Provide your full name and date of birth and you will receive an official name badge.
2. On your next visit, please bring a government-Issued ID.
3. If you do not have one of the IDs listed above, bring in one or more documents you have that include your date of birth and photo, if possible. Once school staff can verify your identity, you will be able to sign in with just your name at future visits. Otherwise, you will need to sign in with your name and date of birth each time.

This year, ParentSquare will be our primary communication tool. We'll use it to send school newsletters (like this one), share important updates, and keep everyone informed. Teachers will also use ParentSquare to text parents and email students, making communication faster, easier, and more efficient. Regisiter today so you don't miss a beat.

Download Trivory on your phone or laptop to stay connected. https://Trivory.com/Grant

• Backpack, tote, or other school bag
• Binder and lined paper
• Pens and pencils
• Reusable water bottle
• District-issued Chromebook and charger

Every student will receive a brand-new Chromebook and Charger during Gear Up Days. Bringing it to school fully charged every day is essential for learning.

!!!!!!Personal MacBooks and Laptops are NOT Allowed.!!!!!

We are always incredibly grateful for donations of general classroom and office supplies to keep our school running and our students supported. If you are able to grab a few extra items while back-to-school shopping, we can always use:

• Kleenex / facial tissues

• Clorox wipes

• Hand sanitizer

• Sharpies and whiteboard markers

• Individually wrapped student snacks such as granola bars/cereal bars/protein bars/crackers and other pre-packaged items (for our school nurse and social worker to hand out to students who need a quick energy boost during the day!)

• ASB Membership ($30): The ASB membership is printed directly on your student's ID card and gets them into all home PIL athletic games—meaning no waiting in long lines and no need to bring cash. Plus, it serves as a vital fundraiser for our school. These funds directly support our student activities, including dances, assemblies, and clubs!

We are thrilled to share that Jostens will be our official school photo partner starting this school year!

You may already know Jostens as the team behind our high school yearbooks and graduation cap and gown orders. We are excited to expand our partnership with them to bring you high-quality, memorable school pictures.

What to Expect:

• Convenient Ordering: Easily view and order photos online.

• Photo Day Details: Specific dates, ordering links, and schedule details will be shared soon.

Thank you for your continued support as we make this transition. We look forward to capturing great memories together this year!

8:30 – 10:02 AM Period 1 (A days) / Period 5 (B days)

10:02 – 10:09 AM 7 min Passing Time

10:09 – 11:45 AM Period 2 (A days) / Period 6 (B days)

11:45 – 12:18 PM 33 min Lunch

12:18 – 12:23 PM 5 min Passing Time

12:23 – 1:55 PM Period 3 (A days) / Period 7 (B days)

1:55 – 2:02 PM 7 min Passing Time

2:02 – 3:34 PM Period 4 (A days) / Period 8 (B days)

✅ A Days: Periods 1, 2, 3, 4

✅ B Days: Periods 5, 6, 7, 8

Getting to Grant High School Safely: Transportation & Morning Entry Reminders

As we prepare for the new school year, we want to ensure every student arrives at school safely and on time. Please take a moment to review these important reminders regarding arrival and transportation:

FREE TriMet Bus Passes & Student IDs

• All students will receive a FREE TriMet bus pass at Gear Up Day. this pass also serves as the student’s Official School ID and is required for entering the school building during the school day.

Morning Entry Policy

• Parking around Grant High School is very limited. The streets surrounding the school get extremely congested during drop-off and pick-up times.

Thank you for partnering with us to keep our Grant community safe and our school days running smoothly!

Valid June 1–August 31

The TriMet Summer Pass is valid on all buses and trains across the Portland area, making it easier than ever for students to explore their communities. Whether it’s commuting to a summer job, attending enrichment programs, volunteering, or simply meeting up with friends, the pass removes the stress of coordinating rides and reduces the burden often placed on parents and caregivers.

Available to all eligible students regardless of financial resources

The Summer Pass is available to all eligible students, ensuring equitable access to opportunities across the region. However, passes are limited, so early sign-up is strongly encouraged to guarantee access before they run out.

It’s a pass to access all things summer

While savings are significant, the value of the Summer Pass goes far beyond cost by opening the door to discovery, independence, and new experiences. Students can easily reach rivers, parks, museums, swimming pools, sports fields, courts, local markets, libraries, and cultural events happening throughout the metro area.

Getting started is simple

Or, load the Summer Pass on your Hop card by filling in the form above.

ParentVUE is different from ParentSquare.

ParentVUE is used to verify student information and receive report cards.

ParentSquare is the platform used for communication from our school and the District.

Last December the URL for ParentVue changeTo ensure you maintain seamless access to your student's grades, attendance, and important school updates, you will need to delete and redownload the ParentVUE App.

What you need to do:

1. Delete the ParentVUE app currently installed on your smartphone. (this one is multi-colored)

2. Download the ParentVUE app (all purple) from Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

3. Once in the app swipe left and enter 97227- Do not turn your location on.

FULL INSTRUCTIONS IN THE PDF BELOW.

Thank you for taking a few minutes to update your app and staying connected with us!

Each year parents and/or guardians are asked to review and update the information on file for their students.

Information can be reviewed, edited and submitted online via PPS ParentVUE.

Verify Online

Benefits of verifying online via ParentVUE:

• Complete yearly verification of your student's information

• Update your communication and language preferences

• Ensure your school has the most up-to-date information

• Save paper and time

AP® Score Released – July 6

Make sure you are prepared. As a reminder, AP score reports are available to the student, the college(s) the student elects to send their scores to (including the college they indicate through My AP as the recipient of their free score report), and their secondary school, district, and state.

Students have until June 20 to send one free score report to the college, university, or scholarship organization of their choice. When they sign in to My AP, they’ll see a pop-up window with instructions for making their selection. Students’ official score report will be sent in July, and it will include scores for the AP Exams that they took this year as well as any past AP Exam scores. More information about the free score send is available on the AP Students website.

Instructions for Students to get their scores starting July 6

1. Sign in to My AP.

2. Go to My AP Profile and select Registration. Confirm it's set to the right school year, 2025-2026.

3.Confirm that the school listed as the School You Attend is the right one. Double-check the city and state since there can be multiple schools with the same name.

4. If you need to make a change, search for and select your school. If multiple schools are listed after you enter your school name, you can use the zip code filter to help narrow down the search results to your location. Click Save.

For additional assistance, students may contact AP Services for Students call 888-225-5427 or 212-632-1780.

Juniors have the opportunity to take the optional PSAT exam during the school day at IBW. Taking the exam is great SAT practice and makes students eligible for the National Merit Scholarship (NMSQT).

At a Glance:

• When: October 14th (during the school day)

• Where: Grant High School

• Cost: $18 (Financial assistance is available)

• Deadline: September 4th

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How to Register & Pay Registration and payment are on our schoolpay.com by logging onto your account.

⚠️ IEP & 504 Accommodations If your student needs accommodations through CollegeBoard, the deadline to apply is August 24th. Please contact your Counselor or Case Manager as soon as possible so we can meet this early deadline.

More Information

• Deciding to test? See our PSAT/NMSQT Testing Overview.

• Schedule changes: Special school schedule details for Oct 14th will be sent out this fall.

• Questions? Contact VP Luis Jara (ljara@pps.net)

As a reminder, test scores are no longer mailed to parents. Test scores will appear in the Test History tile of ParentVUE as tests are completed. The pdf version of the ODE student score reports for OSAS will be loaded in ParentVUE sometime over the summer.

Did you find some stray textbooks or library books while cleaning out your room or backpack this summer? We need them back! We kindly ask all students and parents to return any borrowed materials from last year so we can get them ready and inventoried for the upcoming school year.

Thank you for helping us keep our library and classrooms fully stocked for our students!

Summer EBT is back! It is a grocery benefits program that helps families buy food for their school-aged children when school is out. Each summer, families will get one payment of $120 for each eligible child to buy groceries. Program starts June 1st. Families with eligible children will be notified when benefits issue. https://www.oregon.gov/odhs/food/pages/sebt.aspx

If your student is planning to play a fall sport, please review the important information below to ensure they are cleared and ready to go for the first day of practices in August.

✅ The Athletic Clearance Process

To hit the field, court, or track, all student-athletes must complete the clearance process. Here is a quick checklist of what needs to happen:

1. Register Online: Complete the 2026 Fall Registration on ArbiterSports. Parent/guardian and athlete should complete this together!

2. Submit a Valid Physical: OSAA rules require a physical examination every two years. Make sure an up-to-date, signed Oregon physical form is uploaded to your registration or submitted to the Athletic Office.

3. Pay the PIL Fee: Pay the PIL participation fee via SchoolPay (or apply for the reduced rate/fee waiver if applicable). Note: For "cut" sports, hold off on payment until rosters are finalized.

All student-athletes are required by OSAA to have a valid sports physical on file before participating in athletics. Physicals are valid for two years.

How to Handle Your Physical During Registration

• If you already have a valid physical on file: You are good to go! If you use the same account, the expiration date will automatically populate when you start your new registration.

• If you need a new physical but want to register today: Go ahead and register! You can submit the physical later. Once you have it, simply log back in to upload the document to your students account.

Questions?: Email ecole@pps.net

Important: Please do not hand your physical directly to a coach. We also highly recommend keeping a backup paper copy for your own records!

Schedule Now: Summer Appointments Fill Fast

Don't delay booking your appointment! If you are having trouble getting in with your primary care provider, here are some excellent alternatives:

• Free Multnomah County Clinics: Free sports physicals are available at the Parkrose and David Douglas Student Health Centers all summer, with additional special clinics opening in August.

• Benson Wellness Center: Open Tuesdays and Thursdays through August 20th

• Urgent Care: Most local urgent care centers offer convenient walk-in sports physicals.

📎 Required Forms

Make sure your medical provider fills out the official OSAA paperwork.

• https://www.osaa.org/docs/forms/Physical%20Examination%20Form%20(EN%20r2023).pdf

• Need the form translated? Find forms in multiple languages here.

Crisis Support

Multnomah County Crisis Line Call Center at 503-988-4888

Lines for Life Youth Line Call 877-968-8491 or Text "teen2teen" to 839863 Trevor Project Call 1-866-488-7386 or Text “START” to 678678

Cascadia Urgent Walk-in Clinic Call 503-963-2575. Address: 4212 SE Division, Suite 100 24/7 Help for Self Harm Text CONNECT to 741741

Summer Events/Food Access to support your wellness

Free Portland Cultural Events

Free Summer Lunch for All Kids

Search for a Therapist

PPS Mental Health and Wellness Resources

Find a Therapist in Portland

Psychology Today Therapist Search

Kaiser Mental Health Assessment Line 503-249-3434

OHP Health Share Directory

Culturally and Linguistically Specific Providers

LGBTQIA+ Providers

Charlie Health

Substance Use Support

Summer Recovery Resources

Haven Counseling- Request for Support

Access Mental Health Support at College

Portland Community College Counseling

Portland State University Counseling

Oregon State University Mental Health Services

University of Oregon Mental Health Support

Southern Oregon University Mental Health and Wellness

Eastern Oregon University Student Health and Counseling

Western Washington University Counseling and Wellness Center College Mental Health Toolkit

Housing Support

211 Housing Information

Resources for students experiencing housing instability

Caregiver Support

Racial Equity Support Line 503-575-3764

Racial Equity Support Line is led and staffed by people with lived experience of racism. We offer support to those who are feeling the emotional impacts of race-based violence and microaggressions, as well as the emotional impacts of immigration struggles and other cross-cultural issues.

Reach Out Oregon Warm Line 1-833-732-2467

Let’s talk parent to parent. We are families and youth working together to promote mental, behavioral and emotional wellness for other families and youth through education, support, and advocacy.

Support Guide for Caregivers of LGBTQ2SIA+ Youth

Are you a parent or caregiver wanting to learn more about supporting a young person in your life who is or could be LGBTQ+ identified?

Tools for Coping

Student Driven Safety and Support Plan

Calm App

Virtual Calming Room

Grief and Loss

The Dougy Center

Camp Erin

Bereavement Support and Other Services

Physical/Behavioral Health

Summer Hours for Student Health Centers

Two student health centers will be open for health services over summer break for all Multnomah County youth ages 5-18:

● Parkrose Student Health Center, June 15-August 21, Mondays-Fridays ● David Douglas Student Health Center, June 16-August 20, Tuesdays-Thursdays only

Jennifer Siegel, CADC2, is Grant’s Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, dedicated to helping students navigate substance use and recovery in a safe, non-judgmental environment. Whether you need clear insights into substance use, help developing practical sober skills, or support through individual screenings, Jennifer is here for you. She also offers support groups, family consultations, guidance for students returning from residential treatment, and assistance with Insight referrals. To schedule time with Jennifer, complete the self-referral form.

The Grantonian is our school's weekly newsletter, designed to keep our community informed, connected, and up-to-date on things happening around campus. Each week, it highlights key announcements, upcoming events, school news, and important reminders.

To make The Grantonian as complete and helpful as possible, we rely on teachers, staff, coaches, families, and students to share news and updates they’d like included. While we do our best to stay in the loop on all school happenings, there are times an event or announcement might be missed if it wasn't brought to our attention. Your contributions help ensure we cover all the great things happening in our school community!

If you would like to add content, announce an upcoming event, or share news in a future edition of The Grantonian, please reach out!

Contact: Chantiel Attmore

Email: cattmore@pps.net