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

Hello Springwater Students and Families,

We had a great morning out at Hogan Butte today! The weather was perfect and students did a phenomenal job on projects to improve and support the park. September is almost over and fall begins tomorrow. This has been one of the smoothest starts to a school year that I can remember: which is a compliment to our students, families, and staff. Thank you!

Next week is a 4-day week: there is no school on Friday. The day is reserved for teacher professional development. Now is the time when students can start to feel overwhelmed or quickly get behind in their schoolwork. Remember that we have academic support Mondays - Thursdays after school until about 3:30 and there is an activity bus that can take students home. It is a great opportunity to get schoolwork done before heading home and to get additional help on assignments.

Springwater's Family Night (Open House) is Tuesday, October 3rd from 5pm - 8pm. There will be food! Families can drop by anytime during the event. This is a unique opportunity for families to learn about classes and meet teachers and staff. We hope you can make it!

Enjoy the weekend and reach out with questions or concerns.

Ryan Blaszak

Springwater Main Office: 503.261.4600

blaszak@gresham.k12.or.us

Date: Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023
Time: 5pm - 8pm (Stop by anytime during these hours)

DINNER IS ON US! Pizza, snacks, and drinks will be served.

This is an evening to:

• Meet teachers and staff
• Learn about your student's classes and the Springwater community
• Get your questions answered about high school and everything Springwater
• Get login assistance with ParentVue, Canvas, and ParentSquare
• Complete Free and Reduced lunch applications
• Purchase STHS gear or yearbooks

You don't want to miss this event! We look forward to seeing your family on Tuesday, October 3rd!

The yearbook staff is beginning to collect senior photos and baby photos! Please use this form below to submit your photos.

Baby photos form: https://forms.gle/8VnLajVjT2SAYYmZ8

On October 17, 2023, we will be hosting a college/career testing day for all high school students.

All 9th grade and 10th grade students are required to attend and will be taking the pre-ACT.

The ACT will be offered to all 11th and 12th grade students who wish to take this exam. Sign up HERE

All of these exams will be offered free of charge to our students.

The ACT and pre-ACT provide a unique opportunity for students to connect with colleges that they may wish to attend while also giving students individual feedback on potential careers that match their unique skills and interest. Both the ACT and the pre-ACT are aligned to high school level content so that students can get a sense of their readiness to pursue college or career options once they graduate from high school.

Here are some links that you may find helpful.

• Why take the ACT?

• Why take the PreACT?

More information will be coming your way soon, but please reach out if you have any questions.

Cell phones are an important part of students' lives and can be used for various purposes such as communication, education, entertainment, and safety. However, we also believe that cell phone use in the classroom can be a source of distraction, disruption, and disrespect; and cell phones can sometimes interfere with students’ learning and our school climate. Therefore, we have established the following cell phone policy to balance the benefits and drawbacks of cell phone use at school.

• Students are not allowed to use cell phones during class time without teacher permission. This includes texting, calling, browsing, gaming, social media, or any other activity that involves the use of a cell phone.

• There are classes that require students to turn in phones at the beginning of each class period.

• If students are allowed to keep their phone during class, cell phones must be stored away in a backpack or bag.

• Cell phones must be turned off or silenced and must not be visible to students and staff.

• Students may use their cell phones before school, at lunchtime, and during passing time. However, students must follow the school rules and expectations regarding appropriate interactions and respectful behavior when using their cell phones.

• We ask that parents call the school office at (503) 261-4600 if there is an emergency and they need to reach their child. The office staff will relay the message to the student or the teacher. Please do not call or text your child directly during class time as this may disrupt the learning environment.

If a student violates the above cell phone policy:

First offense: Students will be directed to stop using the cell phone/electronic device, turn it off/silence it and put it away/place it in the classroom cell phone storage center.

Second Offense: Students will be directed to stop using the cell phone/electronic device and the phone will be confiscated by the teacher for the remainder of the period. A disciplinary referral may be written and turned in to the administration. Students can retrieve their phone at the end of the class period. Parent/guardian will be notified.

Third and Subsequent Offenses: Students will be directed to stop using the cell phone/electronic device and it will be turned into the office. A disciplinary referral will be written and turned in to the administration. Parent/guardian will be notified. Progressive disciplinary action will occur which could include, but not limited to, loss of the cell phone throughout the school day.

Extenuating Circumstances: If a student has a medical reason for needing their phone (or another emergency situation arises), students/guardians should reach out to the office and/or talk with their teachers.

Unless requested by a staff member, students are encouraged to keep their cell phones with them at all times. Springwater Trail High School is not responsible for lost or stolen cell phones or electronic devices.

Springwater Trail High will be providing Free Breakfast to all students this year. Students who are approved for either Free or Reduced-Price meals (FARMS) will also get lunch for free. Students who are not eligible for FARMS will be charged $2.80 for lunch. No student will be denied a meal for lack of payment.

Gresham-Barlow SD sent paper applications to your household address on file. You may also apply online at mymealtime.com in either English or Spanish. Paper applications are also attached below. Paper applications may be turned in to your school office or the Nutrition Services office, or mailed to Nutrition Services, 1331 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham, OR 97030.

AT ALL SCHOOLS, a la carte purchases have a cost to the family and must be pre-paid by account or in cash. A la carte purchases include milk without a school meal, bottled water, chips, cookies, and other snack and beverage items that are not part of a school meal.

All students have a meals account that follows them throughout their career at GBSD. This account is accessed when getting a meal using the student ID number, which is also the child’s PIN. Money may be added to the account by sending cash or check with your student to the cafeteria in the morning. Checks should be made out to Gresham-Barlow Nutrition Services. You may also add money by credit card using mymealtime.com. MealTime charges a small transaction fee for online payments.

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