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Family Newsletter May 17, 2024
I hope you are enjoying your first week of summer! We already miss you! It is just too quiet in the school without all the childrens' voices.
The Durham Office Team is working hard to close things up for the school year. The office will remain open through Thursday, June 27th during normal hours of 8:00-4:00. Teachers are busy moving classrooms and getting things organized for the next school year. We are all excited for your return in the fall!
May you have a summer full of rest and rejuvenation. Please plan to join us at our Durham Supply Night during the last week of August. You will be able to meet your teacher and bring in supplies for the school year. More details to come toward the end of summer.
In case you haven't yet heard the news, I would like to introduce you to our new Associate Principal. Please read below!
ANNOUNCEMENT TO DURHAM STAFF AND COMMUNITY
Durham Staff and Community,
I am pleased to announce that we have hired Lisa Fetherston as Associate Principal for Durham Elementary School. Lisa is coming to us from Tualatin Elementary School where she has served as the Dean for three years. Fetherston has been with the Tigard-Tualatin School District for over 22 years serving in a variety of roles.
Fetherston began her teaching career with Portland Public Schools in 1995, teaching both primary and intermediate grade levels. She joined TTSD in 2001 as a TOSA for Curriculum and Instruction. In 2003, Fetherston moved into a counseling role at Fowler Middle School for five years. She also worked as an Adjunct Professor for Concordia University from 2002 to 2003, teaching an educational psychology class. From 2009 to 2021, Fetherston joined the Alberta Rider community as a 5th grade teacher before joining the Tualatin Elementary community as the Dean of Students for the last three years.
“I am excited to begin this new role and be a part of the Durham community. I believe in using data to drive decisions while building relationships with an equity-driven lens helping to foster relationships with everyone who is a part of our school community. I believe in using the principles of Positive Behavior Supports and Multi-Tiered System of Supports as instruments in fostering a healthy and effective school system where all students can be nurtured and thrive. I look forward to meeting and getting to know staff, students and families this coming school year.”
Fetherston holds a BA in Human Development and a minor in Sociology from Boston College. She also holds a Masters of Arts in Elementary Education from Oregon State University. Fetherston received her Administrative License from Portland State University.
Please join me in welcoming Lisa Fetherston to the Durham community.
Sari Hedges
Durham Principal
Durham Attendance Line - 503-431-4520
Durham has a 24/7 attendance line. Please call this number when your student will be tardy or absent.
Durham Main Line - 503-431-4500
The office is open from 7:30-3:45. It is best to call this number, for all non attendance issues.
Family Partnership Advocate - 503-431-4557 - If your family is struggling or in need of backpacks, school supplies, clothing or housing issues please reach out to Ms. Marino, she will help you navigate this issues and will try to find resources for you.
Student Support Specialist - 503-431-4509 - If you feel your student needs additional support please reach out to Quinn Romein for assistance. She manages 504 plans, student support plans, and can help families access counseling department resources
Club K After School Zone is excited to continue providing child care services for the Durham families. Club K After School Zone is committed to excellence in care and has been providing before and after school child care programs, full day programs and summer camps since 2006. We offer a personal level of service and attention that enables us to provide positive outcomes for the students in our programs as well as meet the needs of today’s working families. Registration is now open for the 2024-2025 School year and space is limited. Follow the link below to find more information about our program and to register online.
http://www.clubkafterschool.com
Club K's Never Stop Exploring Summer Camp: Come join us for our “Choose Your Own Path” Summer Camp where choice and fun are our top priorities this summer! We will have a variety of activities ranging from Art, SEL, STEM, and Active games. Throughout the summer we will be traveling back in time, exploring all things STEM, discovering how Magic works, competing in the Olympics and so much more!
Summer Camp 2024 Locations:
Metzger Elementary (North Tigard)
Durham Elementary (South Tigard)
Boeckman Primary (Wilsonville)
For more information about Summer Camp and to register for camp sessions, visit our website at http://www.clubkafterschool.com
Sign-up for PSO emails/Regístrese para recibir correos electrónicos de PSO
Si desea recibir correos electrónicos de la Organización de Apoyo de Padres de la escuela, envíe un correo electrónico a durhampso@gmail.com para ser agregado.
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Practice Facility 🏀
South Beaverton Youth Cheer 🎉
Tigard Parks & Rec
Activity Guide. Visit their Website for more info and scholarships.
Parques y Recreación de Tigard
Guía de Actividades. Visite la página web para mas info y becas.
USTA PNW RecTennis 🎾
Summer camps.
RecTennis 🎾 *Español*
Campamentos de Verano.