Principal's Update

Website: http://stweb.gresham.k12.or.us
Location: 1440 SE Fleming Ave, Gresham, OR, United States
Phone: 503-261-4600
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpringwaterTrail/
Twitter: @STHS_Titans

Greetings Springwater Students and Families,

Next week marks the first grading progress period! We are one-third of the way through the semester. Grades will be available in Synergy the week of October 11th. We will send out a reminder once grades have posted. We will also reach out to families of students who are not earning credit in 1 or more classes. Similar to last year, students who are not earning credit will receive an "NG" (No Grade) instead of "F"s. Remember we have academic support (which can also be accessed virtually if students are quarantined or sick at home) Mondays - Thursdays from 2:30pm - 3:30pm.

Multnomah County held a COVID vaccine clinic at Springwater this week. They will be returning on Wednesday, October 20th from 3pm - 4:30pm for students and families who would like to get their first or second COVID shot. Please call our office if you have questions or would like more information.

This past week Springwater's leadership class hosted its first mentoring activity with our 9th graders. Students had the opportunity to eat snacks, play games, and get to know one another. I continue to revel in the community that is Springwater -- what a wonderful group of students we have here!!!

Thank you to everyone for following the state protocols when students are sick or have COVID-19 symptoms. While none of us want students to miss school, we also want to do everything we can to keep our buildings safely open for in-person learning this school year. It is incredibly important for students to do the best they can to complete assignments (as much as possible) when quarantined or home sick so they do not fall too far behind. All assignments can be accessed in CANVAS or Google Classroom (depending on the teacher). By the end of the month of October, all teachers will have transitioned over to CANVAS. We strongly recommend students who are home sick (or quarantined) virtually attend the daily academic support from 2:30pm - 3:30pm. Please reach out with questions or concerns.

Stay safe and take care,

Ryan Blaszak

Springwater Main Office: 503.261.4600

blaszak@gresham.k12.or.us

Compliments to our 9th graders! They have been doing a great job of remaining on campus during lunchtime. As a reminder: only 10th - 12th graders have off campus lunch privileges. 9th graders are expected to remain on campus during lunch. This is due to the limited food options close to our campus and to help create stronger community within the 9th grade class.

Additional academic support is available at Springwater Trail High School (Virtual option also available), on Monday - Thursday from 2:30pm-3:30pm. This additional time will allow students to utilize school resources such as the library and student computers for homework, studying, reading, etc.

Transportation route home at 3:30 is available. Below is the route of the 3:30 activity bus. If you have questions regarding after school support, please call the office at 503.261.4600.

Click HERE to join virtually

3:43pm Hollydale Elementary School

3:50pm Gresham High School

3:53pm North Gresham Elementary School

3:56pm Highland Elementary School

4:01pm Hall Elementary School

4:08pm Powell Valley Elementary School

4:12pm Kelly Creek Elementary School

4:20pm Thompson Fruit Stand - Corner 242nd & Bohna Pk (END)

4:22pm Lewis & Clark Montessori

4:25pm Safeway Parking Lot

Springwater students are able to participate in sports at their home school. Click on the link below for clearance and try out deadlines.

SBHS: https://www.gresham.k12.or.us/domain/1620

GHS: https://www.gresham.k12.or.us/domain/1159

Below is a list of clubs at STHS. Encourage your student to get involved!

Art Club: A club where anyone can learn to do art. Sketching, painting, digital, any medium of art. Meets Monday's during lunch.

Drawing Club: A club to be creative, hangout, and draw. Meets Thursday's and Friday's during lunch.

Gardening Club: A club to clean up the garden and plant food. Meets Monday's during lunch and after school.

GSA: Stands for "Gay-straight alliance" Anyone of any identity is welcome to hangout and learn about LGBTQ+ history and do fun things. Meets Fridays during lunch.

Weight Lifting Club: A club that allows students to physically training themselves to grow stronger and healthier.

The yearbook staff is beginning to collect senior photos! Please use THIS FORM to submit your photo by February 1, 2022. THIS DEADLINE IS FIRM. If you are not submitting a senior photo, please check the box at the bottom of the survey, and just submit your senior quote.

Its also time to start submitting baby photos! Please use THIS FORM to submit baby pictures by February 1st, 2022.

Please email Mrs. Weber at Weber18@gresham.k12.or.us if you have any questions.

Yearbooks can be purchased for $35 in the office, or online at www.jostensyearbooks.com

Springwater Trail High School and the Gresham-Barlow School District are transitioning to a new Student Learning Management System. Last year, we used Google Classroom. This year we are moving to CANVAS. Many teachers have already made the leap and all teachers will be on board by October 31st. Students are being trained regarding how to access their class assignments and grades in CANVAS.

Below are some helpful short videos to support students and parents with CANVAS. Thanks and, as always, reach out if you have questions!

Students who exhibit COVID-19 symptoms while at school will have access to a COVID-19 test.

Following are some important details to know about the COVID-19 test:

• The test is VOLUNTARY. Students must have a “COVID-19 Testing Consent Form” on-file before a test can be administered to a student. The form below must be fully completed and signed by a parent or guardian.
• Testing is intended for students who are exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms.
• COVID-19 symptoms include fever of 100.4° F or higher, chills, cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing and new loss of taste or loss of smell.
• Students are required to administer their own test by swabbing their own nose. A testing administrator will oversee the process and provide verbal instructions to the student.
• Testing will be conducted in the school’s Care Room or a private space.
  
• Students who exhibit COVID-19 symptoms on-site and are tested (whether positive or negative result) will be sent home. Further instructions will be provided at that time.
• Students who develop COVID-19 symptoms while not at school may not get tested at the school. Testing is only available for students who are already on-site and are exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms.
• Please use this information to decide what is best for your student. If you have more questions, contact our office at 503-261-4600

Every school in the district is taking health and safety precautions to provide a safe and healthy learning environment. Our Return to Learn Health and Safety Plan was developed by following guidance in the state’s Ready Schools, Safe Learners Resiliency Framework.

View our Return to Learn Health and Safety Plan

The Gresham-Barlow School District has developed a list of frequently asked questions about the health and safety precautions in place for this school year. We invite you to take a look at the list so you have a better understanding of our plan to maintain a safe and healthy learning environment.

View our Health and Safety Plan Frequently Asked Questions List

The "Every Cent Counts" Scholarship was created in 2019. One $500 scholarship will be awarded to an STHS 2022 graduate (additional scholarships may be awarded depending on funds raised). The scholarship is funded through the recycling efforts of STHS students and our community.

Contact Koryna Herreid at Herreid@gresham.k12.or.us or 503-261-4600 to schedule a time to drop off your cans and bottles at STHS or to pick up a blue bag. Thank you for your support!

Springwater Trail High School is enrolled in the Fred Meyer Community Rewards program! Please link your Fred Meyer rewards card with our nonprofit number MU443. Fred Meyers will donate a percentage of your purchases every quarter to our program. This will NOT affect your reward points or fuel points. Last quarter we received $96.49, every little bit helps. This program helps pay for transportation to allow our students to attend events in the community. Below is the link to sign up.

https://www.fredmeyer.com/account/communityrewards/enroll