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FLEX Family Newsletter
February 5th, 2021
In this newsletter, you'll find:
Semester 2 Reminder
Middle and High School Study Guides
FLEX Online Community Support Organization
Volunteering
FLEX Counselors
Resources
Student Section
Meet Our Staff
In Case You Missed It items
Semester 2 starts Monday, February 8th
- Login to StudentVUE (or parents, go to ParentVUE) and click on Class Schedule. That will tell you the schedule for the current day, and you can also choose Semester 2. (disregard the class times and period #)
- Find out if today is an A day or a B day, by checking this calendar: A/B Day schedule for FLEX Online School
- Your schedule will remain the same all semester, so write it down in a place that you will see it each day, so you know what classes to check in for.
- Remember you are welcome to complete work for classes on any day of the week. A and B days let you know when your help sessions are scheduled and when you need to check in with the attendance link/form.
Report Cards
Middle and High School Study Guides
Did you miss Monday’s study guide pick-up? We still have some study guides left!
You MUST make an appointment to get these:
Email flex-online-school@beaverton.k12.or.us or call 503-356-3720
FLEX Online Community Support Organization (our version of the PTO)
The Family Engagement Organization is now called the FLEX Online Community Support Organization - FOCS (pronounced 'fox').
This past week we successfully filled all board positions and can now apply for non-profit status. We also need your help! Do you have any experience creating a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization and filing the Oregon paperwork? We would love to hear from you. If you are willing to help, please contact us at flex.focs@gmail.com by Monday, February 15th.
We will continue meeting the 1st Tuesday of each month at 7pm (see below for link). Next meeting: Tuesday, March 2nd 2021. All parents, partners, grandparents and learning coaches of FLEX Online students are welcome to attend our meetings.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2648074223?pwd=UTN5eHduRVgwR255d2lGdkdJdDRnUT09
Meeting ID: 264 807 4223
Passcode: FOCS1
Volunteering with FOCS and FLEX Online School
In order to volunteer (including over Zoom), it is a district policy that you must be approved in BSD’s Better Impact volunteer system.
If you have previously volunteered at a school in BSD and would like to add FLEX to your list of schools please send an email to update_volunteer_locations@beaverton.k12.or.us and request FLEX to be added. (You may also ask for your previous school to be removed).
If you have never volunteered within the Beaverton School District, you will need to create a volunteer account, which includes a background check. Visit the BSD website or you can click on this link Create a Volunteer Account. When creating your profile, list FLEX as your school.
Once you have been cleared to volunteer we will send you an email!
If you have any questions about volunteering, please contact Pam Jeffery at focs.volunteerlead@gmail.com
Who is your student's counselor?
*FOR ELEMENTARY ONLY*
On your student's Canvas Dashboard you will see a course titled "FOS Elementary Students". Please take a moment to explore this course, as this is how your student's school counselor will post announcements, resources and counseling lessons centered around social-emotional well-being. The lessons provided here are not graded but encouraged.
Resources
Free Dental Care
Virtual Strengthening Families Class for Parents and their Children in Grades 5-8
Wet Weather Doesn’t Mean You Need to Stay Inside!
Join K-12 students and families for a wintery walk or roll in your neighborhood on February 24th!
The following tips can help keep you safe and comfortable while walking and rolling in Winter:
- Be Safe – Stay 6 feet away from those not in your household and wear a mask.
- Be Seen – Wear bright, reflective clothing, use a bike light, and stay alert on dark, winter days.
- Be Prepared – Dress for the weather. Rain gear and warm layers keep you dry and comfortable all season long.
After your trip, visit the link below and fill out the form to earn a raffle prize. 25 raffle prizes will include: reflective umbrella, clip-on safety light, bicycle seat cover and bicycle light! Tag #BSDtogether #BSDsaferoutes to be featured on BSD’s social media accounts.
Walk & Roll: It’s Good for Your Heart
Whether you walk or bike a few blocks or over a mile, physical activity is good for your heart, your whole body, and it’s fun! With cold winter weather, children spend less time playing outside, but a nice brisk walk or bike ride will help achieve their recommended 60 minutes daily exercise and help prevent childhood obesity and support healthy bones.
Student Section
Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
Anika Gupta, 7th grader - awards for WRITING:
Chipped: A New World - Honorable Mention
Magik Hunter - Gold Key award
Haley Cho, 9th grader - award for CERAMICS & GLASS:
Here For You - Silver Key award
Meet Our Staff!
Optional FLEX Zoom Help or Support Session for New (and Not-So-New!) Families
Do you have questions about being a student at FLEX? You may have questions about attendance, Canvas, the curriculum, teachers, or something else.
Please drop-in to one of the live Q&A sessions listed below during the first 2 days of second semester:
Monday, February 8th and Tuesday February 9th
9:00am-12:00pm
Join Zoom Meeting
https://beavertonk12.zoom.us/j/86978483855?pwd=eVBkU2hsaTNXNzA2QUtFcklJWUIwQT09
Meeting ID: 869 7848 3855
Passcode: 365500
If you have questions in the meantime, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at flex-online-school@beaverton.k12.or.us or call 503-356-3720
DACA Information Night
Tuesday, Feb 9th @ 6:00pm
Information about the DACA process presented by the BHS Counseling Department.
Zoom Link: bit.ly/DACA_INFO
Winter Food Resources
Tech Support
If you need technology support, contact the student help desk:
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
503-356-4656
Washington County Restrictions and the FLEX Office
With the current restrictions in place for Washington County, the FLEX Online School office will have limited in-person service.
Appointments for picking up/dropping off items can be scheduled on Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays by calling the main office (503-356-3720) or emailing us at flex-online-school@beaverton.k12.or.us
The office staff has access to the school phone system and will continue to answer phones on school days, 7:30am-4pm. If we somehow miss your call, please leave a voicemail message and we will return your call promptly. Families can also reach out to their child's teacher in Canvas.
2021 ACT Test Day Update
To ensure the safety of students and staff, the ACT Test Day for 10th and 11th graders on March 30th has been canceled. All students in grades 9-12 will follow their usual class schedule.
Funding for this year’s 11th grade students to take the ACT test in school the first week of
October will be sought through the 2021-22 budget process. Families will be notified before the
end of the school year if the funding is approved.
TAG & Summa Testing
Testing opportunities will be posted on the BSD TAG page as they become available
Invitations to test will be sent via School Messenger prior to testing dates
Summa eligible students will be notified before January 15, 2021
Please direct questions to Heidi Hanson, heidi_hanson@beaverton.k12.or.us or 503-356-4548.
Community-Wide Conversation Around Race
Click here for more information
Tell Us Your Story!
Book Bus
Find more information, including the bus stops and times here.
Canvas Notifications & Emails
Clothes for Kids
The district-run Clothes for Kids is now open. Appointments are required.
DONATIONS NOW ACCEPTED
For more information, visit https://www.beaverton.k12.or.us/departments/communications-community-involvement/volunteer/clothes-for-kids
After School Clubs
Stay in the Know
We use the SchoolMessenger notification system to send automated phone calls, emails and texts to parents, guardians, students and staff. These messages include return-to-school information, important messages and reminders, attendance notifications and inclement weather messages. Visit the BSD SchoolMessenger webpage for more information.
Thanks for reading!
Paul Ottum
Principal FLEX Online School