The Current
LOSD News • October 18, 2019
In this Message:
Message from the Superintendent
Elementary School Boundary Survey
Student Success Act: What to Expect Next
Superintendent Listening Sessions
School Board Meeting
School Report Card Disaggregated Data
Long Range Facilities Planning Committee Meeting
Foundation New Family Meet and Greet Events
Project Yum! New Meal on the Lunch Menu
October Is Dyslexia Awareness Month
October is National Principals Month
School-Related Info:
- Lake Oswego High School Musical
Community Info:
- Inaugural Multi-City Equity Summit
Regular Reminders:
- Get Social with LOSD
- SafeOregon
- Subscribe to Lake Oswego Schools App
- What's New at Community School?
Message from the Superintendent
The safety of students is our top priority and we are continuing to enhance safety features throughout our schools and community. As an update to the unfortunate accident at the crosswalk on Country Club Road last week, I am providing you with information regarding some steps we have taken in partnership with the City to make this crosswalk safer.
I met this week with a City of Lake Oswego Traffic Engineer, as well as Traffic Lieutenant Clayton Simon, who oversees the Police Department’s Traffic Division. We discussed options to enhance safety. The City has committed to repaint the crosswalk with reflective paint to increase visibility, adjust the timing on the crosswalk and traffic signal to delay crossing after cars have stopped, and enhance signage visibility where needed. Police will continue their presence level to actively monitor the area.
Many factors complicate safety matters. The City will continue to monitor the areas outside of our schools for safety and potential enhancements. We all are reminded to be extra cautious when driving on and crossing our streets, especially near our schools.
Also, I want to acknowledge that we are asking you to participate in several surveys and engagement forums this fall. Many of you recently completed the first Student Success Act survey designed by the state. Thank you! Next up are two very short LOSD surveys: one is seeking input from parents and guardians about elementary school boundaries and one is seeking feedback from parents and guardians, as well as teachers, staff, and middle and high school students, about social and emotional learning needs. Both surveys are coming to you next week. I appreciate your continued engagement as we embark on key initiatives shaping the current and future experiences of our students - we greatly value your input.
Elementary School Boundary Survey
LOSD will be reviewing elementary school boundaries this year to ensure adequate space at our kindergarten-fifth grade schools, while balancing elementary enrollment districtwide.
The first step in this process is coming up next week, when you will receive an email invitation to engage in a short survey asking for your expectations regarding your school and its environment.
Please look for the survey in your email. The survey will be open for a 5-day window.
Student Success Act: What to Expect Next
Thank you to all who lent your voices as LOSD plans for future investments in education made possible by the Student Success Act.
More than 3,000 parents, guardians, teachers, staff and students participated in the state-designed needs assessment survey. Your feedback is very helpful in letting us know what's working, what we could do better, and what your priorities are for program improvements.
The next step in this engagement process is for LOSD administration and leadership to compile the input, and draft themes and recommendations for review and additional feedback.
Superintendent Listening Sessions
We want to hear from you! Superintendent Dr. Lora de la Cruz will be holding parent listening sessions to get to know you and to hear your perspective on any topic you'd like to share. Four sessions will be held across the district with each night dedicated to specific schools. If you are unable to attend your school's listening session, you are welcome to attend a session that is more convenient.
Monday, Oct. 28, 6-7 p.m.
Location: Lakeridge High School - Library
Target Audience: Lakeridge High School, Lakeridge Middle School, Hallinan Elementary
Tuesday, Oct. 29, 6-7 p.m.
Location: Lake Oswego High School - Library
Target Audience: Lake Oswego High School, Forest Hills Elementary, Lake Grove Elementary
Wednesday, Oct. 30, 6-7 p.m.
Location: River Grove Elementary - Library
Target Audience: River Grove Elementary, Westridge Elementary
Tuesday, Nov. 5, 6-7 p.m.
Location: Oak Creek Elementary @ Uplands - Gym
Target Audience: Oak Creek Elementary, Lake Oswego Middle School
School Board Meeting
Board of Directors Meeting
LOSD Administration Building
Monday, Oct. 21, 2019
5:45 p.m.
Live streaming and archived video of School Board meetings
Agenda Summary:
I. Contract Review Board - 5:45 pm
II. School Board Regular Session - approx. 6:00 pm
School Report Card Disaggregated Data
The Oregon Department of Education has released the 2018-2019 disaggregated data for the Oregon School Report Cards. You can view the results on this link to ODE's website.
LOSD Director of Student Data and Accountability Megan Kim will be discussing the data findings at the upcoming School Board meeting on Monday, Oct. 21.
Long Range Facilities Planning Committee Meeting
All are welcome to attend.
Tuesday, Oct. 22
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Palisades Elementary School, Room 20
1500 Greentree Ave., Lake Oswego
Foundation New Family Meet and Greet Events
Welcoming all who are new to the district!
Please join parents and guardians who are new to the district at one of the following Meet & Greet events hosted by the Lake Oswego Schools Foundation. These casual gatherings are an opportunity to meet others who are new while learning more about the district.
New Family Meet & Greet Coffees
Tuesday, October 22, 9-11 a.m.
4300 Haven St., Lake Oswego, OR 97035
Wednesday, October 23, 9-11 a.m.
606 6th St., Lake Oswego OR 97034
Coffee & refreshments provided by Chucks Place
New Family Meet & Greet Happy Hour
Oregon Wine Reserve
Saturday, Nov. 2, 4-7 p.m.
600 N State St, Lake Oswego, OR 97034
Event is for adults 21 years and older
Complimentary child care provided at PLAY Boutique, 4-7 p.m.
464 1st St., Lake Oswego, OR 97034
Service is for children 1 year and older
Project Yum! New Meal on the Lunch Menu
LOSD Food Services strives to support student's academic success by serving appealing nutritious food in a positive and encouraging environment. Click here for more information on LOSD's school lunch program.
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month
Do you know about assistive technology?
Technology is changing and improving the school experience for students with dyslexia. Text-to-speech and speech-to-text software, calculators, and note-taking apps are common examples of “assistive technology.” Many of us enjoy audiobooks for pleasure reading, but audiobooks also can serve as a vital piece of assistive technology for those with learning differences such as dyslexia.
With audiobooks, everyone can acquire new vocabulary, expand their knowledge and love of books, and enjoy complex or intriguing storylines. Because dyslexics have great listening comprehension, audiobooks can enable independent access to school curriculum though “ear-reading” of complex or voluminous textbooks and novels.
The Lake Oswego Public Library has many audiobook services here:
https://www.ci.oswego.or.us/library/ebooks-audiobooks-more
LOSD assistive technology and audiobook resource information can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/100SqBgY1X_EjjRli2MsSkQWoR4RuxZ8ghpdfhy0Olrk/edit?usp=sharing
Read about assistive technology for dyslexia here: https://www.understood.org/en/about/search-results?q=assistive%20technology%20for%20dyslexia
If you have questions or concerns regarding your child’s learning, please contact the school principal and/or literacy specialist. Another great parent resource would be to contact your school’s Student Services Parent Advisory Committee (SSPAC) representative.
October is National Principals Month
October is National Principals Month, a time to recognize all of our principals and assistant principals for their educational leadership, their support for students and staff, and their essential role in creating school cultures that foster respect and achievement. A big THANK YOU to all of you!
Lake Oswego High School Musical
Come and enjoy the talented Lake Oswego High School drama cast and crew presenting the highly entertaining, Tony Award winning musical Chicago. LOHS will be performing the High School Edition of Chicago to ensure the production is more family friendly for all audiences.
November 7, 9, 14 and 16 at 7 p.m.
November 9 and 16 at 2 p.m.
Doors open 30 minutes prior to the performance.
All performances will be held in the LOHS auditorium.
Click here to reserve your tickets today!
$15 for adults and $10 for students and seniors.
Get ready to be dazzled with color, action and rip-roaring musical numbers that will have you wanting to jump out of your seats and join in on the fun!
Inaugural Multi-City Equity Summit
After months of planning, Lake Oswego School District, along with 12 partner organizations, is pleased to announce the inaugural Multi-City Equity Summit, to be held Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, from 8 a.m .- 4 p.m. The event is free, open to the public, and food and beverages will be provided throughout the day. Due to the limited space and for planning purposes, registration is required. Please register here.
Multi-City Equity Summit
Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Lake Oswego High School
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