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What an amazing night at Scappoose High School's Spring CTE Night last week! We were thrilled to see so many students and community members join us to explore our Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. The evening was filled with impressive demonstrations, innovative student projects, and opportunities to meet our dedicated CTE instructors.

From student art exhibitions to engaging hands-on activities, attendees were wowed by the diverse offerings and achievements of our talented students. The energy and enthusiasm were truly inspiring, showcasing how our CTE programs prepare students for bright futures. Thank you to everyone who came out and made this event an amazing success!

This week, Ms. Poppy's students embarked on an incredible field trip to the Sande School of Horsemanship in Warren. The visit was filled with educational and hands-on experiences that our students will remember for a long time.

During the trip, the students toured the stables and barns, which are home to over 40 horses. They learned about the importance of grooming and caring for these magnificent animals, gaining insights into the daily routines and responsibilities involved in horse care.

One of the highlights of the day was the opportunity for the students to ride the horses in the arena. This hands-on experience not only built their confidence but also deepened their appreciation for these wonderful creatures.

It was a fantastic day at the stables, full of learning, fun, and unforgettable experiences. We are incredibly grateful to the Sande School of Horsemanship for hosting us and providing such an enriching experience for our students.

A special thank you to the Grant Watts Parent Organization for helping to support this incredible opportunity. Your contribution made this unforgettable day possible!

Warren had an extraordinary event this week! Ms. Sarver’s 2nd-grade class dazzled everyone with their incredible "Warren Zoo" presentation in the gym. Each student showcased their hard work by researching a zoo animal, creating informative plaques, and crafting stunning dioramas that brought their animal's natural habitat to life.

This engaging and fun project served as the perfect warm-up for our highly anticipated field trip to the zoo on June 13th, where the Warren students will have the chance to see these amazing creatures up close. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out to support our talented students!

Last week, the Kindergarteners at Grant Watts had an absolutely delightful time planting seeds in pots, thanks to the Grant Watts Parent Organization, which helped to support this engaging event. The children radiated with springtime excitement as they dove into the world of planting and gardening. With a wide array of seeds to choose from, ranging from vibrant flowers to juicy cantaloupes, each student eagerly selected their favorites to nurture and grow. Now, their anticipation is palpable as they eagerly await the flourishing of their plants. This hands-on experience not only brought smiles to their faces but also ignited a genuine excitement for what lies ahead!

Get ready to groove because not only will the Scappoose High School Band be making waves in the Starlight Parade on June 1st from 8-10pm in Portland, but our sensational Scappoose High School Dance Team will be there too!

But hold on, the party doesn’t stop there! The Scappoose Middle School Band and Dance Team will be shaking things up in the Junior Rose Festival Parade on June 5th from 1-3pm in Portland!

It’s a blast from the past as our bands and dance teams haven’t hit these parades since the 90s. Thanks to the phenomenal leadership of Band Director Ronnie LaGrone and Dance Coach Pam Didier, we’re making a comeback that you won’t want to miss!

Join us as we bring the rhythm and the moves back to Portland! More information in the links below!

Scappoose Youth Sports Camp 2024, hosted by 2 P.E. Dudes and Scappoose High School Football, invites students entering 1st through 8th grade to a fun-filled week of Physical Education activities. The camp will run from June 24th to June 28th, 9 A.M. to 4 P.M., at the Middle School Annex Gym. Throughout the week, campers will engage in a variety of PE games as one large group and also participate in smaller, age-appropriate activities. Some of the exciting sports and games include Tennis, Basketball, Kickball, Floor Hockey, Flag Football, Frisbee Golf, and many others.

High school students and athletes from various sports will join as camp counselors, providing guidance and engaging with the campers. Additionally, a portion of the camp's proceeds will support Scappoose High School Football.

For more information and to register, please visit www.scappooseyouthsportscamp.com. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Kevin Loncosky at kloncosky@scappoosek12.or.us or Sean McNabb at smcnabb@scappoose.k12.or.us. We look forward to starting our summer break with another exciting and fun-filled camp!

Observances, whether they be monthly, weekly, or daily, remind us of the opportunities we have to make sure that we are integrating culturally relevant, diverse, historic, and health-based knowledge and skills into our teaching and home life.

We hope you take advantage of infusing your classrooms and homes with these observances as they provide a great way for our children/students, school staff, and community to learn, be celebrated, and feel cared for.

Month-long observances:

May:

• Mental Health Awareness Month

• Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

June:

• LGBTQIA+ Pride Month

• Caribbean American Heritage Month

• There are also multiple religious holidays that are celebrated that may be a part of your student’s experience

Important DE&I calendar dates:

May 5 Cinco De Mayo

May 17 International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia

May 21 World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development

June 2 – Indian Citizenship Act of 1924

June 11 — Race Unity Day

June 19 – Juneteenth

June 20 – World Refugee Day

June 21 – National Indigenous Peoples Day (Canada)

Please visit this website for resources on these observances and other diversity, equity, and inclusion activities of the district.

Our First Student Bus Services partners have provided us with the 2023-2024 snow route schedule. You will find the snow routes by clicking the button directly above this message. Additionally, they are listed on the District and school websites at the top of each page as well as on the First Student Bus Services page on the District website located HERE. If you have questions about pick-up or drop-off locations, please contact First Student at 971-290-4020.

It is important to note that snow routes will be communicated on the days they are needed via regular District communications channels- email, app notifications, and phone calls. Snow route utilization is evaluated daily by the Superintendent and First Student.

We hope that providing you with snow route information will make inclement weather days easier to navigate. We will do our best to communicate inclement weather days/delays in a timely manner.

For more information, you can find Scappoose Middle School and High School sports schedules on the schools’ web pages under “Athletics.”

See the links below for more information.

To become a substitute in the Little Lilu Preschool, you will need to apply through ESS and complete the Central Background Registry (CBR). This additional step allows you to be eligible to sub in the LIttle Lilu Preschool classroom at Grant Watts Elementary.

Here is the Link to CBR

The CBR is an online application and will require free fingerprinting that individuals often coordinate with a local business (there are several options for fingerprinting in Hillsboro or up Highway 30).

Individuals with questions on the CBR application process can contact Jen Stearns, jstearns@scappoose.k12.or.us.

We strive to develop and deliver clear, timely, and accurate information about the district and all that is happening in and around our schools. We seek to provide resources and materials to ensure families, students, staff, partners, and community members are informed about our key priorities, community events, our successes, and obstacles.

We look forward to communicating with you and your family!

Information is conveyed primarily via:

BlackBoard Messaging: Directly from the District or Individual Schools via a variety of mediums; email, text message, app notification, automated phone calls.

• The SSD App: To get the App, simply go to the App Store on your device and search for “Scappoose School District.” From there, you can choose which schools you want to get new/alerts from.

Scappoose School District Website:

• www.scappoosek12.org
• School-specific websites: (These can be navigated to from the SSD main webpage)

School Newsletters:

• These will be sent out every Friday to your email inbox (Just like this one!)

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FlashAlert notifications:

• Scappoose Flash Alert Page This is mostly for inclement weather

Letters/emails to parents/guardians

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OEA Choice Trust (OEA CHOICE WELFARE BENEFIT PLAN) supports the well-being of Oregon’s public education employees. Scappoose School District has received a grant to support our employee’s well-being. OEA Choice Trust files an annual report with the Employee Benefits Security Administration, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). You can visit the OEA Choice Trust website to see how to request and receive copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof.

Website: https://www.scappoosek12.org/Page/1
Location: 33589 SE High School Way Scappoose, OR 97056
Phone: 971-200-8000