Hilhi Happenings

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Dear Hilhi Families,

One of our school goals this year is to increase student attendance rates. In the month of January, our overall attendance rate dropped by 3%. We know that illness is a part of this, but it is vital that students attend school when they are well enough to do so, especially as we end the semester. Please prioritize staying healthy and attending school as much as possible. If there is anything we can do to support your child's attendance, please reach out to us (counselor emails are at the bottom of this newsletter).

As we end the semester, here are some upcoming dates to mark on your calendars:

• Monday, January 20 - No School, MLK Holiday
• Thursday, January 23 - Credit Crunch Study Session, 3:45-8:00
• Thursday, January 30 - Last day of semester one
• Friday, January 31 - No School, Grading Day
• Monday, February 3 - No School, Teacher Prep Day

Be well, Sparts!

Cary Meier

Principal

HHS 9th Grade Level Team meets weekly to focus primarily on attendance and students’ individual barriers to improve their attendance to school and their classes. We follow the guidelines and research from the Chicago University to support our students to stay On Track for their High School Graduation from the beginning in grade 9. Here is an interesting article on this topic: Why does attendance matter in High School?

If your student will be absent due to illness, a medical appointment, or any other reason, please call Mrs. Nuria Pence our attendance secretary or leave a message in our attendance line 503.844.1990.

Our 9th Grade Level Team is here to serve you and your students. If you have any questions or need support, please feel free to reach out to us!

• MariaEugenia Olivar, 9th grade Administrator | olivarm@hsd.k12.or.us

• Anita Siller, School Counselor | sillera@hsd.k12.or.us

• Alejandra Lopez Sanchez, Graduation Coach | lopezsaa@hsd.k12.or.us

• Nuria Pence, Attendance Secretary | pencen@hsd.k12.or.us

Shelter, Food, Health, Legal, Clothing, Work, Transportation, etc. Hilhi is here to help.

Resources in English

Resources in Spanish

Thursday, January 30th from 9:30-10:30am you are invited to engage in conversation with the Principal! This meeting will be hosted in English and Spanish, come to the front office that morning to join.

Hello!

This is just a reminder and a recommendation for you. It is cold and flu season. We are seeing higher cases of staff and student absences.

Please:

Wash your hands for 20 seconds frequently throughout your day

AND Use hand sanitizer between times you wash your hands

Distance yourself from those who may be sick

Clean your work area frequently

Wipe down surfaces and commonly used supplies (pens, keyboards, doorknobs, desks, phones, etc)

Feel free to Wear a mask

DO NOT COME TO WORK or SCHOOL if you are sick or not feeling well

Parents can now report full day absences via ParentVue. We are working on ways to enter partial day absences, but that is not yet available. With full day absence reporting, you can easily let us know when your child is absent for a full day.

Directions for Parents | English

Directions for Parents | Spanish

FAFSA and ORSAA are Applications for Financial Student Aid. You complete only one of the applications. Use this filter tool to determine which application you should complete.

Eligible students should complete the Financial Aid Application as soon as possible after the application opens each year. Applying early ensures that students can access the most financial aid opportunities available to them. Some state and school aid is first come first serve, delaying your financial aid application may mean missing out on aid you could have received by completing the application earlier.

Get started now! Everyone should apply for FAFSA or ORSAA to qualify for scholarships, even if you think you will not receive financial aid.

Need help? Contact Tim Kasper at kaspert@hsd.k12.or.us

Create your FSA ID (Login Credentials)!

Start FAFSA Form

What is FAFSA / ORSAA?

Which financial aid application should I apply for (FAFSA or ORSAA)?

Reporting Parent Information on the FAFSA Form

Who Counts as my parent on the FAFSA form (Wizzard)?

Resources on Filling out the FAFSA Form

Fedral Student Aid You Tube Channel (lots of helpful videos)

If you are interested in attending a 4 year school next year and have not applied to schools yet remember that most schools (who don’t have rolling admissions) will have a final deadline for application in January or February (check each of the schools you are interested in)

Linked here is a google doc with key information about Xello and your applications (to request transcripts, common app reports, etc

We have started our PCC and Oregon Promise application Workshops this last week and have 150 students complete. We will continue after we return after fall break to connect with another 100 or so on our list.

Complete Your Career Related Learning Experience this Year!

You need to complete a CRLE this year for part of your career development credit.

The Washington County Chamber of Commerce has just released its most recent events - use this link or come to the College and Career Center to register

Here are events currently open

Financial Services | Tues. Jan 14, 1:00-3:00, Location: Virtual (Zoom Meeting) or Live at Washington County Chamber of Commerce

Diesel Mechanic | Wed. Feb 5, 10:00-12:00, In Person Only at Peterson Cat (only 30 spots - sign up early)

Law Careers | Tues. Feb 11, 10:00-12:00, Location: Virtual (Zoom Meeting) or Live at Washington County Chamber of Commerce

Meteorology Careers | Thurs. Feb 13, 2:00-3:00, Location: Virtual (Zoom Meeting)

The Grad Night Committee has started to plan the Hilhi Spring Bazaar. The bazaar will take place in the Hilhi Commons and Cafeteria on April 12. We will again call for volunteers of both students and parents to make this a successful event.

We will continue concession sales at winter sporting events next month. Parents look for a call for volunteers.

Our Bottle & Can Drive is an ongoing fundraiser. Arrangements for pickup can be made by emailing hilhigradnight@gmail.com or calling 503-810-9284. In addition, we will also be collecting items for a Textile Drive. Please bring in your clothing, bedding, linens, towels, pillows, stuffed animals, jewelry, hats, belts and purses.

Follow and share the Instagram account! Parents and seniors are welcome to join.

Senior parents, please join this Facebook page to keep up to date on what the 2025 Grad Party Committee is doing. Please also complete this senior and parent contact information form.

You can contact us at HilhiGradNight@gmail.com.

January

• Tuesday, January 14 | Financial Aid Workshop - Hilhi Library 6-8pm
• Monday, January 20 | No School - MLK Holiday
• Thursday, January 23 | Credit Crunch - Hilhi Library 3:45pm-8pm
• Thursday, January 30 | End of Semester 1
• Thursday, January 30 | In Person Principal Chat 9:30-10:30am at Hilhi, Online Spanish Cafe con los Directores from 7:00-8:00pm
• Friday, January 31 | No School - Teacher Grading Day

February

• Monday, February 3 | No School - Teacher Prep Day
• Tuesday, February 4 | First day of Semester 2
• Thursday, February 13 | Mariachi Valentines 7pm - Hilhi Auditorium
• Monday, February 17 | No School - Presidents' Day
• Thursday, February 20 | Virtual Principal Chat 6:00-6:45 in English, 7:00-8:00 in Spanish
• Saturday, February 22 | Winter Formal Dance

March

• Spring Performance | Little Women the Musical | March 7, 8, 14, 15 @ 7pm, 8 & 15 @ 2pm
• Monday, March 3 | Start of Spring Sports
• March 10-14 | Unity Week
• Tuesday, March 11 | Band Festival
• Saturday, March 15 | Latin Music Dance
• Tuesday, March 18 | Choir Concert
• Thursday, March 20 | Virtual Principal Chat 6:00-6:45 in English, 7:00-8:00 in Spanish
• March 24-28 | Spring Break - No School

Full calendar available on our website.

EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY UNTIL 5:00PM

In an effort to support all students with their academic needs, Hillsboro High School supplies after-school tutoring for all students on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 3:45-5:00pm. During this time, they will receive help from a variety of staff and teachers on campus who specialize in many different areas. A snack and activity bus are provided. For activity bus services, please fill out the listed form 2 weeks in advance. [Activity Bus Form]

School Bell Schedules

Volunteer at Hilhi!

Community Event Flyers

Resources for Families

Immunization Rates

Bus Information - Log in to see your bus stop or request a change in transportation.

Back to School Information - Bilingual

ParentVue Instructions

Hilhi Webstore - Purchase a yearbook, buy a parking pass, pay fees.

Hilhi Website

9th grade - Anita Siller - sillera@hsd.k12.or.us

10th grade - Carl Almquist - almquisc@hsd.k12.or.us

11th grade - Ralph Medina - medinar@hsd.k12.or.us

12th grade - Stephanie Anderson - andersos@hsd.k12.or.us

College & Career Specialist - Tim Kasper - kaspert@hsd.k12.or.us

Support & Wellness - Aleja GrahamUbadoPaz - grahamua@hsd.k12.or.us

New Students, CCPs & Volunteering - Marla Lyle - lylem@hsd.k12.or.us

Milk-only and Fruit-only transactions are not a benefit of the Free and Reduced-Price Meal Program. Milk and Fruit are included in the purchase of a complete meal (3 of the 5 food groups).

When purchasing only 1 or 2 food group items, you may purchase a milk or fruit for 75¢. Please add money to student accounts by either:

• Bringing Cash or Check to School (debit/credit are NOT accepted)
• Pay online at Linqconnect.com

Free and Reduced-Price Meal Plan: Students receive one free lunch a day, meal must include 3 of the 5 food groups, to count as a free lunch. One fruit or one veggie required with every meal, every day.

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