Principal's Message
And just like that..... it's August! The start of the school year is just a couple weeks away and we are so excited to see you all. Starting this week, I'll be sending out the Hawk Squawk newsletter weekly to keep you posted about everything that is happening at Hallinan. This is my primary means of communication, so please make sure to read it each week - we don't want you to miss out on important information or events.
Enjoy the rest of summer - see you soon!
Melissa Griffiths
Save These Dates
8/17 - 5th Grade Social at the Hallinan Playground at 5 pm
8/18 - 1st Grade Social at the Hallinan Playground at 6 pm
8/23 - Kindergarten Social at the Hallinan Playground at 5 pm
8/24 - 1st-5th Grade Teachers sending welcome letters by 4 pm
8/25 - Smart Start 1 to 3 pm
8/25 - Open House 3 to 4 pm
8/25 - 2nd Grade Social at the Hallinan Playground at 5 pm
8/29 - First day of School for 1st - 5th graders
8/29-8/31 - Kinder Orientation - more information to come
9/1 - First day of School for Kindergarteners
9/5 - No School - Labor Day
9/13 - Back to School Night 5:30 to 7 pm
Daily Schedule
K-5th Grade 2022-23 Schedule:
First Bell - 8:10 am: Students are welcome to enter their classroom
Tardy Bell - 8:20 am: If students arrive after 8:20 am, they must check in with the office before going to their classroom
Dismissal - 2:40 pm
Early Release on Thursdays - 2 pm
The ideal time to arrive to school is at 8:10 am. Students will wait outside of the building in designated areas, until they are released to walk to class after the first bell rings at 8:10 am.
School Supplies
Smart Start
Smart Start is an opportunity specifically for our students with 504s and IEPs, and their parents/guardians, to make introductions with their teachers and feel prepared for the start of school.
Smart Start will be held in person at each LOSD school, Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022, 1-3 p.m. Smart Start information
Open House
Are you Interested in Serving on the School Advisory Committee (SAC)
Dear Hallinan Families:
We are looking for School Advisory Committee (SAC) members for the 2022-23 school year. If you are interested in serving on this committee, please complete this School Advisory Committee Application and send it to Principal Melissa Griffiths at griffitm@loswego.k12.or.us
The SAC serves as a collaborative forum to advise the principal and/or school board on specific initiatives or priorities as needed by school or district leadership. For more information on the School Advisory Committee (SAC), please click here.
Champions is Hiring
We are excited to have Champions Learning Program joining the Hallinan family, partnering with us to lead our Before and After School Program. The enrollment, thus far, is more than double what was anticipated, so Champions is still needing to hire SEVERAL more staff members to ensure all enrolled families can be supported.
They have added large Cash Commitment Bonuses for staff hired between now and the start of school. In addition, they will provide 2 weeks of free tuition to a Champions family, for any referral hired. They even are offering donations to the Charity of your choice if you refer someone who is hired on to the Champions Team.
If you, or someone you know, loves connecting with children, this is a great Part Time Job with Full Time Benefits. Think about who you would recommend and trust with your own children - they might be the perfect person interested in working a few hours a day.
For more details on the above incentives, or to apply or send a referral, please reach out to the Area Manager, Stephanie Scanlon at stephanie.scanlon@discoverchampions.com
Links to job postings are below:
PTO Message
Garden work party: We will be sending out a volunteer sign-up sheet for a "spruce up" party coming up on August 20-21st. We will be taking care of the front of the school and getting it ready for all your back-to-school photos! The work party will include pulling leaves, racking, and planting new flowers. If you are interested, please be on the lookout for an email from our volunteer coordinator.
And it is almost time to start filling all the school's volunteer positions! Filling these positions is crucial to a smooth school year for the teachers and kiddos! Your help is always appreciated! We hope to announce that our sign-up genius is all set in the next newsletter.
And please note that the PTO will have a table set up at the front entrance of the school on the first day. We will have COFFEE! Please stop by to say hello, to learn more about how you can get involved, or to sign up for any open positions. The more you put in, the more you will get out!
Your PTO Presidents,
Tara and Shelby
Set Up Meal Accounts, Applications
The universal free meals waiver with USDA expired on June 30, 2022. That means starting this school year LOSD will be serving meals under the free, reduced, and paid categories.
Please be sure to set up your student's meal account or apply for free/reduced meals. Look for Meals under Find it Fast on district and school website homepages for account setup and application information, and more.
Be Ready to Ride the Bus
Student Transportation of America provides bus transportation for LOSD. Our bus drivers look forward to getting to know your child and being a part of their amazing school experience.
Students who live further than 1 mile away from their resident elementary school and 1.5 miles away from their resident middle or high school are eligible for transportation services. However, service is typically provided closer to avoid crossing major thoroughfares.
Bus registration is not necessary. Access points -- or what most call bus stops -- will be available by mid-August. Look for an email from LOSD notifying you when access points are posted under Transportation on the district and school websites.
Help prepare your child to ride the bus. Select the access point(s) that work best for your family.
Visit your access point before school starts to familiarize your child with their stop.
Look for visual clues to help identify when it’s their time to get off the bus.
Kindergarteners need an adult to greet them off the bus. Bus drivers are obligated to return unattended kindergarteners to school for safekeeping. Please be sure to be at your child’s stop ahead of time to help keep the bus moving for all onboard.
Contact Information
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
Tech Problems? - submit a work order here
Summer Office Hours: Beginning Wednesday, July 6, Lee or Linda will be in the office on Wednesdays between 9 am and 12 noon.
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