Adjustments to Safety Protocols
On March 2nd, the Oregon Department of Education released new Ready School Safe Learner (RSSL) guidance following the Governor’s announcement of the end of the state’s mask mandate at the end of the day on March 11th. The Estacada School District has followed RSSL guidance consistently since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Estacada School District has long advocated for local control, and these new guidelines restore decision-making powers to the district and county levels. Our district will also continue to follow RSSL guidance, which means that effective March 12th, face masks will be optional for all students and staff in the Estacada School District, including while on the bus, regardless of vaccination status.
The Estacada School District will continue to strongly recommend face masks as a precautionary measure for students and staff, especially for those at high risk of contracting COVID-19, as well as during times when COVID-19 cases are at a high level in the community. Ultimately, the decision will rest with families and individuals.
The district will not tolerate any unkind or discriminatory behavior based on the decisions that people make regarding their individual health. Our leaders will work to reinforce an environment of respect and inclusion for all members of our district, regardless of their personal health decisions.
Beginning March 12th, students and staff will also no longer need to quarantine when exposed to COVID-19, but individuals exposed to COVID-19 will still receive informational notification from the district. Those that have tested positive for COVID-19 will be required to isolate at home for five days and until they are 24 hours fever free (whichever comes later).
The district will continue to have safety measures in place to protect the health of the children and adults in our schools. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and rapid tests will be available to those that choose to utilize these tools. Quality ventilation and airflow will also continue to be maintained. The district will also continue to deep clean and sanitize high touch areas at a higher frequency.
Outdoor Day School
After School Activities and Opportunities
March 11 - Artist Initiative (Sandy Cafe) 4 pm to 6 pm - Ages 8 to 18
Address: 39140 Proctor Blvd
Every Monday - Bike Mechanic Class (Estacada Youth HUB) 4 pm to 6 pm - Middle School & High School
Address: 354 SW 2nd Avenue
Every Friday - Car & Small Engine Mechanic Class (Sandy Outdoor Building) 4 pm to 5 pm with Transportation from EHS at 3:30 and return by 5:30
Address: 38600 Proctor Blvd. (Barn east of Dairy Queen)
Every Tuesday & Thursday (Except the first Tuesday of the month)
- EHS Tutoring (EHS room 19) 3:30 to 5 pm
**Though this does not apply to the lower grades, AntFarm is almost done remodeling their downtown Youth HUB and will have their Zobrist building before the end of summer. In these spaces, we will be able to offer academic support to all ages of youth in Estacada.
Spring Break: all starting at the Estacada Youth HUB
March 21 - Wood Working (Bird Houses and other small project options) 12:30 to 4 pm Ages 8 to 18
March 22 - Disc Golf Tournament 12:30 pm to 4 pm Ages 11 to 18
March 25 - Nature Hike 10 am to 2 pm Ages 11 to 18
Chris Stanton • chriss@antfarmyouthservices.com
Estacada Community Manager •
Work Cell: (503) 427-8205
Positive Covid-19 Test During the Weekend? Let us know!
The number you need to call to notify us about your student's positive case is: 971-220-6594. Thank you for partnering with use to keep our students in the classroom with as little interruption as possible.
Estacada Middle School
Email: emsinfo@estacada.k12.or.us
Website: www.ejhs.estacada.k12.or.us
Location: 500 Northeast Main Street, Estacada, OR, USA
Phone: (503) 630-8516
Facebook: facebook.com/estacadamiddleschool
Twitter: @estacadamiddle
