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Gladstone District • Growing Great People • 8.18.21
Gladstone schools upgrade to hospital-quality ventilation system
A major improvement in ventilation is underway in Gladstone Schools, expected to be completed later this fall. The district is installing UVC technology that will be 99.97% effective in cleaning air for viruses and bacteria, including COVID-19.
"We are working on retrofitting every air handling unit in the district," said Facilities Manager Ryan Johnson. "The goal is improving school air quality to hospital standards."
The UV-C technology works by using ultraviolet germicidal lamps in the airflow system, a highly effective method of destroying microorganisms.The cost of the project is covered by federal funds for upgrades needed due to COVID-19.
"This is the most responsible plan I've heard for any school," said Assistant Superintendent Jeremiah Patterson.
Until the upgrade is completed, students and staff will benefit from a ventilation system that brings in 100% fresh outside air, with no recirculation in the buildings.
Free COVID-19 vaccines available for ages 12+
Apply now for jobs in Gladstone schools
To better serve our students when school begins, we need to fill every open position. If someone you know is looking for a job, please encourage them to apply: https://gladstone.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx.
Currently we are hiring for the following full-time and part-time positions:
• Health Teacher
• Elementary Teacher
• Educational Assistant [2]
• Elementary Counselor
• Instructional Assistant [2]
• Head Cook
• Cooks Helper [2]
• Custodian [multiple]• Health Assistant
• Extended Day helper [2]
• Driver Education in-car instructor
• Head Track Coach
Gladstone Kids Clothes Closet reopens August 21
The facility serves youths from birth to age 21. They provide free clothing, jackets, and shoes, as well as new socks and underwear. All are welcome.
Apply now to join the Gladstone School Board
The Board invites qualified people to apply for appointment to the Gladstone School Board for Position 6. The position became vacant due to the recent resignation of Greg Lind.
Here is the application: https://bit.ly/3CUSIFl
The term of appointment will be September 8, 2021 through June 30, 2023. The qualifications for appointment are:
A. Must be a registered voter in the Gladstone School District.
B. Must have resided in the Gladstone School District for a period of one year immediately preceding the appointment.
C. Must not be a district employee.
The Board plans to review applications from interested people, conduct interviews with the applicants during a public Board Meeting August 31 [and September 1, if needed], time to be announced. They will make the appointment at the Board meeting September 8.
The application is due at the Superintendent’s Office by Wednesday, August 25, 2021. It can be sent electronically to weningern@gladstone.k12.or.us or delivered to:
Superintendent’s Office
17789 Webster Road
Gladstone, OR 97027
Sign up now for fall recreation classes
From ukulele and line dance classes to painting, wood working, yoga and Zumba, you will build new skills and meet new people. Find out more: https://www.smore.com/qydfz
Register online at https://apm.activecommunities.com/gladstonesdcommed