WLWV Community Update

Starting next week, teaching staff across the district will have the option of connecting with students through Zoom live video conferencing. These live video conferencing opportunities will be optional for both staff and students. At the primary level, families will need to opt-in. At the middle and high school levels, families will have the option of opting out.

The purpose of these Zoom meetings will be to check in with students, talk about the learning that students are engaged in that week, and maintain personal connections. There will not be any formal instruction delivered during these live video check-ins, but there may be opportunities to answer questions. There is no requirement for students to participate, and teachers will still offer ways to connect with students who do not participate in these Zoom meetings.

Not all classes or teachers will be using live Zoom video conferencing during Distance Learning, and Zoom meetings may vary in frequency across classes and grade levels. Like students, teachers have varying at-home responsibilities that may prevent them from participating in live Zoom conferencing. All teachers will continue to connect with students in multiple ways, however.

Zoom meetings with students will be conducted with safety and privacy in mind. Several safeguards have been put in place to maximize security. At least two staff members will be part of all student Zoom meetings. Teachers may reach out through email and Google Classroom with more information regarding the opt-in/opt-out process in the next few days.

As a reminder, our playgrounds and sports fields are closed to the public due to the Governor’s Executive Order 20-12. This includes all organized sports and public recreation. This decision is in alignment with recommendations from public health officials as well as state and city officials. We appreciate the understanding and cooperation of our students and families. Local law enforcement will continue to monitor parks and playgrounds and enforce closures.

Did you know that West Linn-Wilsonville Students can download eBooks at home? Browse popular titles through Sora or World Book Online using your student's log-in information and download books to read at home!

Find even more eBook options by visiting the Library Page on your school website. Happy reading!

Our district website has several important resources to help you navigate the state-mandated school closure. Click on an image below to get the latest news, to access information on free meals for all children, or to ask a question.

Due to Governor Brown's recent Executive Order closing school facilities through June 30, all CREST Summer Camps have been canceled. All registered students will be refunded. To receive a refund, or for questions, please contact Vickie Lee for more information.

We're going to miss seeing students this summer. Thank you for your understanding!

We spend approximately one-third of our lives sleeping, yet sleep often seems to fall to the bottom of our priority list even during the best of times. Our current situation of physical distancing has brought about stresses and anxieties that didn’t exist just a few months ago. Unfortunately, these new concerns can have negative impacts on our sleep at a time when we need it the most. Getting enough sleep allows our body to fight inflammation and infection, increases brain function, and improves mood and mental health. Who couldn’t benefit from these positives, especially right now?

So, how much sleep is enough? While we are all individuals, experts with the American Academy of Sleep Medicine generally recommend the following:

Preschool (3-5 years): 10-13 hours per 24 hours (including naps)

School Age (6-12 years): 9-12 hours per 24 hours

Teen (13-18 years): 8-10 hours per 24 hours

Adult (18-60 years): 7 or more hours per night

These numbers may seem like lofty goals with the stresses of daily life. What can we do to help ensure that we are getting enough sleep? Learn more about healthy tips and tricks for building healthy sleeping habits by visiting the Nursing webpage on the district website!

Preschool and Kindergarten registration for the 2020-21 school year opened on January 7. Forms can be downloaded on the district website.

Completed applications can be turned in at any meal distribution site between 10-11 a.m. every Monday-Friday. Completed applications will be delivered to the correct school. Meal distribution sites include every primary school and West Linn High School.

Did you miss the latest district update regarding distance learning and its implementation across our schools? Check out past updates from Superintendent Dr. Kathy Ludwig and the district office on the district website.

May 4 — Virtual School Board Meeting (6 p.m.)

May 13 — Long Range Planning Committee Meeting (6 p.m.)

May 14 & 15 — Retrieval of Primary Students’ Items (Check your school’s schedule)

May 25 — Memorial Day (Distance Learning Posted Following Day)

May 29 — Seniors’ Last Day

June 2, 3, 4 — Senior Graduation Recognitions (TBD)

June 5 — Last Day of School

• Safety/Security in WLWV Schools

• Community Bulletin Board

• Updated 2019 Student Rights and Responsibilities

• FlashAlert

• ListServ

• 2019-20 Registration Information

• Updated 2018-19 Work Plan

• Education Foundation

• Music and Arts Partners (MAP)

• Volunteer in WLWV Schools

• SafeOregon Tip Line

• Bus Routes

• Wilsonville Public Library

• West Linn Public Library

The West Linn-Wilsonville School District is nationally recognized for its high student and staff achievement, including one of the top graduation rates in the State of Oregon. West Linn-Wilsonville serves nearly 10,000 K-12 students across 16 schools in West Linn and Wilsonville, with a mission of creating learning communities for the greatest thinkers and the most thoughtful people for the world. WLWV strives to provide challenging education opportunities that prepare students to be college and career ready.

Email: kilstroa@wlwv.k12.or.us
Website: www.wlwv.k12.or.us
Location: 22210 Southwest Stafford Road, Tualatin, OR, USA
Phone: 503-673-7000
Facebook: facebook.com/wlwvschools
Twitter: @wlwvdistrict