The Guardian Gazette
Final Family Edition, June 13, 2024
Dear IBWHS Families,
This is the final edition of the Guardian Gazette, Family News for the 2023-24 school year. There will be one final Guardian Gazette that will come out on Monday with all sorts of information about the summer and dates/information for the fall.
Going forward for the 2024-25 school year, there will just be one newsletter sent out on Mondays. There will still be the IBW Athletics Weekly and the Family Newsletter as separate newsletters but they will be included in the one Guardian Gazette. This will cut down on the amount of emails that are sent out to you.
While I am excited for summer break, I am also looking forward to next year and continuing to look for ways to improve the communications within our community.
All the very best to all of you for a fun and restful summer!
Leanne Van Horn
IBWHS Communications Lead
IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES
Mark your calendar for these upcoming dates:
June 14 - Last day of School for all Students
June 17-18 Volunteers Needed for Chromebook Check-In
June 18 - Last day of School for Teachers
June 19 - Juneteenth Holiday
June 20 - Last day of School for Office Support Staff
June 24 - Summer Office Hours begin
Please see our other newsletters and calendars for more important dates and information!
The Guardian Gazette, Student News https://secure.smore.com/n/sy39gb
The Trivory Calendar: https://dash.trivory.com/calendar?school=ibw
PPS 2024-2025 School Year Calendar
2024-25 Back to School Business Days
Mark your calendars now for our 2024-25 Back to School Business Days. These are the days we set aside for our currently enrolled students to come in and take their school photo, receive their StudentID Card/Bus Pass, receive their schedule, etc. This is not registration for new students. Please follow these directions if you are newly enrolling https://www.pps.net/Page/10109
August 19 - Freshmen, 12:30-3:30pm
August 20 - Sophomores, 9:00am-12:00pm
August 20 - Juniors, 12:30 - 3:30pm
August 21- Seniors and Make-Up for all grades, 12:30 - 3:30pm
August 27 - Make Up Day for all grades
NEWS FROM OUR PARENT GROUPS
PTA
The mission of the Ida B. Wells PTA is to keep parents informed, support teachers, advocate for the Ida B. Wells community, and fund teacher grants and academic programs.
Thank you to all of our volunteer PTA board members! We appreciate your time and efforts to help support IBW students and teachers!
2023-24 IBW PTA Board
President: Julie Worley
Vice President: Kristin Covert
Treasurer: Kevin Wagoner
Secretary: Julie Loveless
Grad Night Chairs: Jackie Haddon and Sarah Johnson
Grad Night Treasurer: Jennifer Ellis
Scholarship: Marisa Walter
Hospitality: Sarah Pitzman and Yvonne Rasmussen
2024-25 IBW PTA Board
President: Jon Duncan
Vice President: Shannon Chawla
Treasurer: Mike Pelletier
Secretary: Gina Lascink
Membership: Leah Robb
Grad Night Chair: Sarah Boyles
Grad Night Treasurer: Benoît Veillette
Scholarship: Marisa Walter
Digital Media Manager: Kristin Covert
Hospitality Chair(s): OPEN
Fundraising Chair(s) OPEN
Booster Club
Thank you for those who attended the final meeting of the year. We were able to approve almost $63,000 of grants this year. Our grants benefitted 14 of the OSAA recognized teams and 16 clubs and club sports. We look forward to our continued support of these important activities in the coming years.
You can help by contributing to our general fund for the next grant cycle! Your donations are tax deductible :) https://www.schoolpay.com/parent/mip/MdH3
You can also help by doing one of the following:
Volunteer!
We have filled our spots for volunteering this year in the concession stands. But watch for more opportunities in the late summer and early fall :) However, we are still currently seeking a volunteer to lead the Scrip Fundraiser for the Booster Club in a board member capacity. This role will largely be marketing and networking for scrip as there is already a dedicated volunteer who does all the ordering and distribution. Please reach out to Kirsten Carr kirstenc@ibwboosterclub.org to discuss details if you are interested.
Join!
You can join IBW Booster Club using school pay - http://www.schoolpay.com/link/JoinIBW
Buy!
IBW Merch
We will launch the 2024-2025 merch in the late summer. We will have opportunities for in person purchasing at the 8th grade promotion events, Flag football, and many of the orientation activities in the summer. You can also shop online here : http://www.schoolpay.com/link/IBWGear
Brick sales
Graduation is not far away! Buy a brick now to solidify your legacy at Ida B Wells!
Bookmark this to easily find all our links: @Ibwboosterclub | Linktree
Follow Us!
Foundation
Auction Sponsors
Guardian Level Sponsors
Green Level Sponsors
Participant Level Sponsors
Robyn Hartmeyer and Leia Carlton, Portland's Alternative Inc., Realtors
Garfinkle Orthodontics
Molly and Tod Johnston
James Hussey
Jessica Karman, Realtor- Windermere Realty Trust
Portlanders for Sarah Silkie
Paloma Clothing
NEWS FROM AROUND THE SCHOOL
Class of 2024 Diplomas
Seniors, if you were not able to pick up your diploma during our Diploma Pick Up Times on Tuesday or Wednesday, PLEASE stop by the Counseling Office at your earliest convenience during the hours of 8am-4pm to pick it up.
Report Cards: Go Paperless!
We have an important announcement regarding a change in how we distribute report cards. Due to significant budget cuts, the print shop at the district is closing its doors. As a result, our school will need to print and mail report cards, incurring substantial costs.
To help mitigate these expenses and streamline our processes, we're offering the option to receive report cards electronically through ParentVue. By opting in to paperless report cards, you not only help reduce our environmental footprint but also assist in preserving vital school funds for other educational needs.
Please note that for paperless report cards to be effective, both parents must opt in. If only one parent opts in, a paper copy will still be mailed to your home.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this transition. Together, we can make a positive impact on both our school's finances and the environment.
To learn how to opt in please click this link.
Free Summer Lunches
The Nutrition Services department is very proud to partner with Portland Parks and Recreation to provide free lunches to all children in our community ages 1-18 at select parks throughout the city. Portland Parks and Recreation's Free Lunch + Play is open to all (no registration or enrollment necessary) and our team will be making lunches for children to enjoy in the park (grab and go meals are no longer permissible). This service will be offered Monday through Friday, June 26 through August 9 (except July 4 and 5).
Alberta Park (NE 19th Ave and NE Jarrett St) 11:30-1:00pm
Cathedral Gardens (8652 N Swift Way, Portland OR 97203) 12:00-1:00PM
Columbia Park (N. Woolsey Ave and N Winchell St) 11:30-1:00pm
Creston Park (SE 44th Ave and SE Powell Blvd) 11:30-1:00pm
Essex Park (SE 76th Ave and Center St) 11:30-1:00pm
Holly Farm Park (10819 SW Capitol Hwy) 11:30-1:00pm
Irving Park (875 NE Fremont St) 11:30-1:00pm
Kenton Park (N. Delaware Ave and N. Kilpatrick) 12:00-1:30pm
K'hunamokwst Park (5200 NE Alberta St) 12:00-1:30pm
Lents Park (SE 92nd Ave and SE Steele St) 11:30-1:00pm
McCoy Park (N. Newman Ave and N. Newark St) 12:00-1:30pm
Montavilla Park (NE 82nd Ave. and Glisan St) 12:00-1:30pm
Mt Scott Park (SE 72nd Ave and SE Ramona St) 12:00-1:30pm
Peninsula Park (700 N. Rosa Parks Way) 12:00-1:30pm
St Johns Park (8427 N. Central St) 11:30-1:00pm
Stephens Creek Crossing (6715 SW 26th Ave) 12:00-1:30pm
Please visit our webpage for more information. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
2025 Grad Night Fundraiser
Hey Parents of the Class of 2025!
Join us at the "Come As You Were in High School" party that will benefit the Class of 2025 Grad Night Event. Dig out those letterman jackets, cheerleader outfits, concert t-shirts, parachute pants or flannels - whatever made you you in high school and join in on the fun! You will remember the 21st night of September (thank you Earth, Wind and Fire) 7pm-11pm. Hosted by Sarah & Mike Johnson and Kathy & Steve Lommen at the Johnson home.
Here is the link to sign up: https://idabwells.schoolauction.net/glowup/catalog/128
COUNSELING CORNER
Click the Summer Resources Title or see below
FOOD RESOURCES
Summer Free Lunches in the Park
SW Portland Locations
June 24th - August 16th
Holly Farm Park: 10819 SW Capitol Hwy 11:30AM-1:00PM
Stephens Creek Crossing Apartments: 6715 SW 26th 12:00PM-1:30PM
*Youth 18 years and under must be in person to receive meals, handwashing is required, meals must be eaten on-site. There is no programming on July 4th and 5th.*
Neighborhood House Food Pantry
Free Food Market Location & Client Hours
3445 SW Moss St. Portland, OR 97219
(971) 447-6292
Monday: 10:00AM-4:00PM (closed 12-1PM)
Wednesday: 10:00AM-4:00PM (closed 12-1PM)
Thursday: 2:00PM-6:00PM
*Please check in no later than 15 minutes before closing)*
*Neighborhood House also provides food box delivery. You may find this form on their website. Deliveries can be made every 2 weeks. The request form must be filled out each time a delivery is desired*
Oregon Food Bank
The Oregon Food Bank provides access to nutritious food for all!
Look at their food finder search to find access to free food near you.
foodfinder.oregonfoodbank.org
Sunshine Division
Provides free accessible food and clothing assistance to struggling local families and individuals. Assistance is offered 5 days a week at N Thompson and SE Stark locations. Home-delivery option also available.
Go to sunshinedivion.org for more information.
MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
Project Respond
(503) 988-4888
Mobile crisis services.
Urgent Walk-In Clinic
Receive immediate, in-person care for behavioral health crises. Serves anyone at no cost.
Cascadia Health - Mental Health Urgent Walk-in Clinic
4212 SE Division St. Portland, OR
Monday-Friday: 7AM-9PM
Saturday-Sunday: 9AM-9PM
RENTAL AND UTILITY ASSISTANCE
211
Call 211 or go to 211info.org for information on bill assistance.
PGE
PGE has many programs to support families in need of reducing electricity bills. Programs include: Income Qualified Bill Discount and Energy Assistance.
Find more information on their website portlandgeneral.com
HEALTH INSURANCE
Oregon Health Plan (OHP)
As of July 1, 2023 people of any age or immigration status may be eligible for full OHP benefits. Find out how to apply at oregon.gov/oha/HSD/OHP
COMMUNITY NEWS/RESOURCES
Multnomah County Student Health Centers - Summer Hours
Need a Sports Physical?
The Grauer Back-to-School Project
The Grauer Project is a back-to-school event giving out backpacks, school supplies, coats, shoes, socks, and shirts to roughly 300 Southwest Portland students each year. These items are provided to students Kindergarten to 12th grade in the Ida B. Wells cluster school district that are eligible for free and reduced lunch.
Over the last 22 years, we have provided these items on the second Saturday of August. This year’s back-to-school event will be Saturday, August 10, at St. Luke Lutheran Church. New this year, the event registration will open online on Tuesday, May 14, at 8:00 a.m. Families and students can schedule their back-to-school shopping appointments in advance by using this pre-registration link and selecting a time slot that works for them. Availability is limited per time slot. Pre-registration is not required but encouraged.
Sincerely,
Grauer Project Committee
Firearm Storage
The Central Oregon Suicide Prevention Alliance (COSPA) launched its Central Oregon Secure Firearm Storage website along with a Safe Storage PSA in English this past week. We encourage you to check out these new resources and learn what secure firearm storage is, and what options people have for secure storage both inside the home and outside of the home. Their website also includes conversation starters for those who may want to talk with someone about safe storage but aren’t sure how to address it.
Youth Summer Camps
Please help us spread the word about these summer camps available to the youth in our community
Multnomah County Services
Start with 311 as your single point of access to help with any questions or local government service needs within Multnomah County.
7 days a week - 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. (excluding federal holidays)
Call: 311 / 503-823-4000
Email: 311@portlandoregon.gov
Translation services available