• Coming Soon
• Trimester 2 Final Deadlines
• Staff Spotlight
• February Students of the Month
• IBEW Center field trip
• Students compete in regional science fair
• OMEA District 2 Solo and Ensemble Festival
  
• Paid opportunity: Youth Positive Communication Camp
• Middle College application for next year
• Work-based learning application for next year
• Winter Sports
• Spring Sports
• Happy Birthday
• Meals This Week
• We're Listening
• Important Information & Links

• Thursday, February 29 @ 3:47 pm: End of T2
  
• Thursday, February 29, 6-7 pm @ the Corbett Commons: SBMH presents "Speaking About Sexuality" parent night
• Friday, March 8: Science Fair at Gresham High School (open to the public, 1:30-2:30)
• Friday, March 15 by 5 pm: Middle College application due (class of '25, '26) Info here, application here
• Tuesday, March 19: Pre-ACT for all sophomores
• April 1-4: State Testing for all Juniors (opt-out form for reading/writing/math in English, Spanish, and Russian. Opt-out form for science form here.)
• Wednesday, April 10: SAT for Juniors with last name J-Z.
• Thursday. April 11: SAT for Juniors with last name A-I.
• Saturday, May 11, 8-11 pm: Junior/Senior Prom @ Mt. Hood Center
• Wednesday, May 29: Graduation

Final deadlines for the trimester have been announced in classes, written on boards, published in Google Classrooms, etc. for weeks. Here is an additional place to check deadlines for Trimester 2.

February 22: Spanjer

February 23: LK, A. Young, Hart (AP Lit), Wise, Z. Young (AP Lit)

February 25: Estes

February 26: Z. Young (9th Grade English)

February 28 by end of Homeroom (10:08): Rondema

February 29 by 3:47 pm: Cease, Goude, Hart (Yearbook), Trisel, McIntyre

February 29 by 4:30 pm: Cooper

Q: What’s the best concert you’ve been to?

A: Tie between The Chicks and Taylor Swift

Q:What was your first paying job?

A: I worked on the slime line in a salmon processing plant in Kenai, Alaska

Q: Do you have any hidden talents or hobbies?

A: I am a beginning beekeeper.

Q: What's your favorite season?

A: Summer. Duh.

Q: What’s the best part of your job?

A: Watching students turn into great teammates.

Our school community is an amazing place! The educators, the students, and the families make this a great place to be.

• I lucked out with TAs this year. Ellie is my copy machine queen! And she can speed-grade any quiz. More importantly, her demeanor is pleasant and unassuming and very welcome in any environment. We will miss Ellie next year. (Spanjer)

• Ellie asks productive and thoughtful questions. She acts as a leader amongst her peers in ensuring that her tablemates are on board with her before moving forward in problem-solving in class. (Bassell)

• Ellie is a leader both in school and in sports. Her example of hard work and her encouragement of teammates made her an exceptional captain of our swim team. (Rondema)

• Ellie! What luck to have had her two years in a row. Ellie is a quiet leader at each table she's been with, and she works hard in English. She is kind and calm, and I will miss her very much next year. (LK)

• Ellie Schmidt shows compassion and maturity in her communication with her peers and teachers. (Binschus)

• Kaylee helps hold me accountable as a teacher! She is consistently ahead of US History content by doing all she can to excel in our class. Her writing is both eloquent and insightful and her affable presence is always helpful at 8:00 am on Mondays. I've loved being her teacher this year. (Spanjer)
• Kaylee works so diligently in math. She works hard to understand a problem if she doesn’t get it on the first try, and is very helpful in class with those around her. (Bassell)
• Kaylee is a gem. She works hard in class, as well as in leadership, to give her best effort for herself and our school. She has often made me think with her thoughtful contributions, and I appreciate her wit. (LK)
• Kaylee is a hard working and conscientious student. I've appreciated the relationships she's built in Homeroom and the joy she brings to our community. (Rondema)
• Kaylee has really impressed me with her work ethic in AP Spanish. She was new to me last year as a sophomore, and she is awesome! She asks good questions, studies hard and really pushes herself to acquire more Spanish. Además (furthermore ;) ), she is just a nice, pleasant person to me and her peers. Thanks, Kaylee! (Wise)

• Ellen's passion for learning (and water polo!) are so clear in the classroom. In both homeroom and US History she shines as someone who is eager, willing to engage, and up for a challenge. (Spanjer)

• Ellen is brilliant, curious, and thoughtful. I am so thankful she is part of our school community. She is as fierce in water polo as she is in robotics. This kid is going places! (Duprey)

• I really appreciate Ellen's attitude and positivity. She has always been a good example in class. She is an active participant and helps others. She is willing to do anything (like, idk, speak Spanish, what?!) without concern. Thanks Ellen for your energy! (Wise)

• Ellen's enthusiasm and positivity are infectious. I'm so grateful for her presence in our school community. (Rondema)

• Ellen is a lovely presence in class. She puts her all into her work, is an excellent contributor to discussions, and has really grown in her written analysis. (LK)

• Ellen Horton approaches class with an earnest enthusiasm for helping her peers learn the content. She participates regularly and shows a solid growth mindset. (Binschus)

• After a full year without having Kai in class, I am ready for next year! What a kind, humorous, thoughtful and insightful person they are. (Spanjer)

• Kai is a dedicated and responsible student. She is always organized and staying on top of her work (even more impressive considering she is a multi-sport student-athlete!). Kai always has a good attitude in class, and often helps others. She is a positive and wonderful influence to have on campus! (Z. Young)

• Kai is kind, cheerful, and hard-working. I miss having Kai in our homeroom this year! (LK)

• I no longer have Kai, but I really enjoyed having Kai in class last year! She always had good vibes, worked hard, was helpful to her peers and followed along in class. I hope to have Kai again in class in the future. :) (Wise)

• Kai is a pleasure to teach. Kai consistently sets a positive example and asks insightful questions. (Rondema)

• Kai is a joy to have in class. She’s helpful in adding her voice to the class when necessary and very helpful to her table mates. (Bassell)

IBEW Local 48 has been providing support, education, and advocacy for electrical professionals across the Northwest for over 100 years. We will be taking 18 juniors and seniors to visit the IBEW Center to learn more about electrician apprenticeships. Interested? Email bharlow@corbett.k12.or.us

Students have been hard at work designing, preparing and conducting their own chosen experiments in science class this winter season. It's really awesome to see the dedication and engagement in the process of science this year. There are a wide range of interesting projects from engineering inks from plant based pigments, assessing the growth of plants using mutualistic fungi and bacteria, to analyzing the speed of enzymes in breaking down food. The following students are set to bring their projects to the regional fair in March:

12th grade students Ally Schimel and Ellie Mason with their environmental chemistry and plant science project titled: Investigating the optimal inoculation concentration of rhizobia on the amount of nodule formation in Pisum sativum.

11th grade students Allison Arnold and Anastaysia Brixey-Margeson and their bioengineering project titled: Engineering natural inks from plant based and common household ingredients.

11th grade student Bailey Sample with her biochemistry project titled: Investigating the effect of pH on algal bloom growth.

11th grade students Malaya Cannon Peterson and Lilly Christensen with their biochemistry project titled: The effect of time since eating on the reaction rate of the amylase enzyme found in human saliva.

11th grade students Samantha Blume and Haley Potts and their chemistry plant science project titled: Investigating the effect of mutualistic fungi mycorrhiza concentration on plant growth and health.

10th grade student Leena Saied with her environmental science project titled: Analyzing the correlation between environmental attitudes and actions using Chi-Squared analysis.

10th grade student Jack Kirnan with his chemistry project titled: Investigating the effect of temperature on chemical reactions using the iodine clock indicator reaction.

Corbett's Wind Ensemble played at Parkrose in the Solo and Ensemble Festival.

What: Empower 360: Youth Positive Communication Camp

Date: Tuesday - Thursday, March 26-28

Time: 11:00 am - 3 pm

Location: The Lloyd Center

The youth will be paid $20.00/hour to work on a public health communications campaign.

Please complete the application, HERE by March 3.

Multnomah County high schoolers (9-12 grades) are encouraged to attend and participate in activities that include:

• Learning about public health and communications
• Exploring and developing youth specific messages
• Designing a health promotion and campaign that can be shared through social media, billboards, ads, and more! Limited slots available.

The Middle College program at Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC) is an early college opportunity for qualifying Corbett students who are looking for a different kind of high school experience.

Want to apply?

1. Apply to go to Mt. Hood as a new MHCC student to get an ID number

2. Take the placement test

3. Fill out the Middle College application (Google Form)

This process can take up to a week, so don't wait to start the application process if you plan to participate!

As a part of the Middle College program, students enroll part-time at Mt. Hood Community College as a college student. Student take classes online or at the MHCC campus to complete high school diploma requirements, while also earning college credit. Corbett students apply for specific courses and credits. Middle College program is a great opportunity to finish a high school diploma and experience college at the same time.

Students have the option of exploring one of four pathways as Corbett student at Mt. Hood:
- Trade exploration/preparation

- Career-related learning (pre-med, graphic design, criminology, etc)
- Advanced academics
- Other classes not offered by Corbett

Middle College is available to juniors and seniors enrolled at Corbett High School or Corbett's online program. This is a competitive application process due to funding limitations. However, during the past three years, all qualified students have been accepted to participate (on track with credits, minimum scores on MHCC's placement tests, no academic honesty issues). Information sessions are held for all sophomore/junior homerooms prior to the application deadline to give students more information and answer questions. The slide deck for those information sessions is available here, and the application is available below.

Seniors can earn high school credit (up to two elective credits) for working. Students can be released from school to work. Unlike Middle College, this is not a competitive application process. All qualified students are approved to participate.

In order to apply

• Find/have a job or internship and stay employed throughout the school year.

• Complete the Work-Based Learning Application and be approved by a staff committee (Deadline: 8/20/24 for 24-25 school year, 11/15/24 for trimester 2 and 3.)

• Be on track to graduate at time of application (no pending incompletes)

• Have parent/guardian permission (school contacts parent/guardian after application is submitted)

• Verify employment (school contacts job after application is submitted)

In order to earn credit and stay in work-based learning all year, seniors must

• Maintain 95% attendance, passing grades at midterm/trimester in all classes

• Work 30+ hours every 6 weeks (60+ hour per trimester), verified by employer

• Present about their work experience to the school board

Lily Nuno and Carl Orchard competed in the OSAA State Championship for wrestling February 22-24 at Veterans Memorial Coliseum. In Round 1, Orchard received a bye. In the quarterfinal, Orchard won by decision over Hunter Langham (Harrisburg). In the semifinal, Orchard defeated his opponent by decision (6-3). On Saturday, Orchard battled Brett Highburger (Elmira) in a rematch of last year's state final and was defeated, taking second in the state. Congratulations to Carl Orchard, second place in the state! Hear more about Carl's experience at state in this Outlook article.

In round 1, Hailey Holgate (Sutherlin) won by fall over Nuno. In the first consolation round, Nuno received a bye. She then defeated Kaylene Zajic (Sweet Home) by fall in the following round. She wrestled Riley Allison (La Pine) and lost. Congratulations on making it to state in your first season, Lily Nuno!

On Saturday, February 24, the Cardinals played Burns in The Nest. The team won 72-44. Details of the game can be found in The Outlook's article, Corbett’s Ally Schimel has career-high 45 points in second round playoff win.

The team is now headed to the state tournament in Coos Bay, February 29-March 2. Their first game in Coos Bay is Thursday, February 29 at 1:30 pm at Marshfield High School against Westside Christian. More details about the tournament can be found here.

Corbett’s undefeated season garnered individual accolades for the Coastal Range League champs.

Ally Schimel was named the Player of the Year, and got first team. Bill Schimel was named the conference’s Coach of the Year. Lilly Schimel and Ella Holwege joined their teammate on the first team, while senior Ava Blatchford got an honorable mention nod.

Sophomore Anna Rondema's performance at the state swim meet was featured in The Outlook, Corbett sophomore Anna Rondema wins bronze at State Swim Championships.

Want play a spring sport? Make sure you have a current physical, and get registered at https://corbett.bigteams.com/. See below for starting dates and practices for track, softball, and baseball. Free sports physicals are available at Student Health Centers; the closest one is at Reynolds High School. Phone: 503-988-3340. Hours: Mon 9:15am-5:15pm | Tues-Fri 7:45am-3:45pm

The season begins on Monday, February 26th. Meet at the stadium bleachers and train from 4:00-5:30 every school day.

Please email Coach Rondema (prondema@corbett.k12.or.us) with any questions.

Monday, February 26, 6-7:30 pm in the back gym: all baseball players practice (same time/place all week)

Please email Coach Peterson (rpeterson@corbett.k12.or.us) with any questions.

Beginning Monday, February 26, practice in the Grade school gym 4:00-6:00 pm daily.

Please email Coach Byron (sbyron@corbett.k12.or.us) with any questions.

2/27: Kayden S.

2/28: Miguel A.

3/3: Wyatt M., Levi P.

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