Dragon News
Findley Elementary School
December 16, 2022
Season's Greetings!
Findley Families,
Our community is one that is generous and caring. The kindness Findley families have shown during this time of year is overwhelming. What a gift you have given to our greater Beaverton School District community. Thank you.
My hope for our families is that you find some peace, joy and love as you spend time together this Winter Break.
Here's to a healthy and prosperous New Year! See you in 2023~
Sherry Marsh, Ed.D.
Principal
OBOB
We have completed the registration for OBOB, we have 205 students ( approximately 38 teams) participating this year!!! Battles will hopefully begin the week of January 17th..
Volunteers will be allowed to help moderate and run the battles ( as long as they meet all District requirements for volunteering in a school). Battles will take place during the grade level lunch recess. At the early stages parent spectators are not allowed, as the battles continue and the playpool gets smaller we will allow parents to come cheer on their teams.
I will be meeting after winter break with all three grade levels to explain how the battles will operate and answer their questions. T-shirts will be given out prior to the battles beginning.
It takes a lot of volunteers to make this program work successfully. I will be asking for volunteers in early January. (We need approximately 6 volunteers a day per grade level).
Please think about helping out, it’s 11:30 -1:00 daily but you do not have to do the whole shift.
I will host a volunteer informational and training meeting on Monday January. 9th and emails from the PTO will be forthcoming.
Enjoy the winter break and encourage your student to keep reading the books over the break!! I look forward to another fun-filled energized year of friendly competition!!! Remember OBOB’s three rules are:
READ
GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP
HAVE FUN
Please contact me with any questions or concerns you may have regarding the OBOB program. rita_vennes@beaverton.k12.or.us
Beaverton Together Inc. Coalition
We are a coalition of community organizations (schools, Rotary, Washington County agencies, etc.) working together around drug, alcohol and tobacco awareness and prevention in our youth.
Here is the link to our Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/beavertontogether/
And to our Facebook:
Winter Safe Routes
Winter Walk and Bike Preparation
Don’t let the cold weather keep you inside all season! Time spent being active outside can boost mood and mental health and keep kids focused on learning better. With some simple preparation, your children can still be active and stay safe and warm during our winter months.
- Wear a raincoat or poncho, and/or carry an umbrella.
- Carry a plastic bag to store wet gear during the day.
- Wear gloves and waterproof shoes. Carry (or store at school) extra shoes and socks to change into.
- Find an under-cover area to park your bike if possible. If not, bring a plastic bag to cover the seat. We also have bike seat covers if any parent groups would like to provide some at the school for children riding bikes this winter.
- Wear reflective gear and/or bright colors and use a light on your bicycle.
- Only walk or bike in the rain if you’re comfortable, as roads are slick and visibility may be reduced. Always remember to stop at the curb or edge of the street, look in all directions before crossing and keep looking for traffic until you have finished crossing.
OHSU COVID Testing
It’s almost time for winter break!
We will be pausing courier pick-ups while schools are closed. However, if your students still want to test, they can still drop-off samples at these locations Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.:
- Child Development and Rehabilitation Center: 707 S. Gaines St., Portland, OR 97239 (Google Map)
- OHSU Primary Care Clinic, Gabriel Park: 4411 S.W. Vermont St., Portland, OR 97219 (Google Map)
- OHSU Primary Care Clinic, Richmond: 3930 S.E. Division St., Portland, OR 97202 (Google Map)
- OHSU Primary Care Clinic, Beaverton: 15700 S.W. Greystone Ct., Beaverton, OR 97006 (Google Map)
Hours
- Normal hours: Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Holiday hours: Closed Monday, Dec. 26 and Monday, Jan. 2
We are looking to improve our testing processes in 2023. New labels will be mailed to students over winter break, and you will start seeing them be used on test kits when you are back in session. There is nothing that you need to do regarding this change, but we wanted to make you aware.
If your students’ families have any questions about any of the above information, they can contact our team at k12covidtesting@ohsu.edu or 503-418-8500.
Wishing you safe and healthy holidays, and a very happy new year!
Best,
Cameron Marxmiller (he/him)
Administrative Coordinator | K-12 COVID Testing Support Team
OHSU | Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
Repeat Information
Findley Gear is HERE!
Findley PTO
Findley PTO: Supporting our students by connecting parents, staff, and the community!
Visit our website at www.findleypto.com or email president@findleypto.com.
It's the most wonderful time of the year
Community Resources
Student Health Center - Catherine Kately Williams is the new mental health provider. KateleyWilliamsC@nhcoregon.org It is easiest to reach her via email as she does not have a specific phone routed to her. Cat is available M-F 8-5 and will conduct sessions via zoom. She will serve a bridge gap, providing up to about 10 sessions before she moves students on to a long-term counselor if necessary. They are set up to take every major insurance plan including Kaiser for OHP kids. They will also have an intake person who can help families get the kids on OHP.
Important Dates
December
19 - 30th - Winter Break
January
2nd - No School - Holiday
13th - No School - Staff Workday
16th - No School - MLK Jr Day
February
3rd - No School - Grading Day
15 - Vaccine exclusion day
20th - No School Holiday
21st - No School Staff Development
Findley Elementary
Email: sherry_marsh@beaverton.k12.or.us
Website: https://findley.beaverton.k12.or.us/
Location: 4155 Northwest Saltzman Road, Portland, OR, USA
Phone: 503-356-2100
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/findleyES