Stoller Weekly
November 8th, 2019
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- Monday, November 11th - No School for Students/Holiday
- Tuesday, November 12th @ 9:05am in the Cafeteria - AMC8 Testing (see article below)
- Tuesday, November 12th from 10:30am - 12:30pm - TAG Testing in the Library (see article below)
- Thursday, November 14th from 10:30am - 12:30pm - TAG Testing in the Library (see article below)
- Thursday, November 14th @ 7pm - Fall Choir Concert Stoller Gym/Cafeteria
- Tuesday, November 19th from 5:30 - 7pm - 5th Grade Parent Night
- Wednesday, November 20th from 8:15 - 9am - Principal Coffee Chat in the Library
- Wednesday, November 20th at 7pm - Fall Play Production (see article below)
- Thursday, November 21st at 7pm - Fall Play Production (see article below)
- Friday, November 22nd at 7pm - Fall Play Production (see article below)
- Saturday, November 23rd @ 2pm - Fall Play Production (see article below)
- Tuesday, November 26th - Lost and Found Pickup (see article below)
Important News and Upcoming Events
TAG Testing
- Tuesday, November 12th from 10:30am - 12:30pm (All Grades) - Reading
- Thursday, November 14th from 10:30 - 12:30pm (All Grades) - Math
Students must have returned their permission slip in order to sit for the test. Students will need to bring their fully-charged Chromebooks to the library with them as the test will be administered electronically.
Stoller Drama - Fall Play Production
Come see the fall play, "Amelia and The Stupid Book!" Wednesday, November 20th through Saturday the 23rd. A funny look at life in middle school. Show times are as follows:
Wednesday, November 20th @ 7pm
Thursday, November 21st @ 7pm
Friday, November 22nd @ 7pm
Saturday, November 23rd @ 2pm
Tickets are $5 at the door. Popcorn and candy concessions are $1/each.
Parent Awareness and Information Series
Teen Substances Use - Tuesday, January 21st from 5-6pm
Teen Substances Use - Wednesday, January 22nd from 8-9am
Stress and Emotional Regulation - Tuesday, March 31 from 5-6pm
Stress and Emotional Regulation - Wednesday, April 1 from 8-9am
Social Media Safety - Tuesday, May 12th from 5-6pm
Social Media Safety - Wednesday, May 13th from 8-9am
Many of you are now aware of the public health concerns regarding young people vaping, which have led the FDA to call the use of e-cigarettes among teens an epidemic. The first Tuesday's time together will be an educational forum to build awareness and helpful tips for parents regarding substance use. The goal of this evening is to support your children in making healthy choices and strengthen our school and community partnership.
Message from Washington County about Measles, Flu and Norovirus
We want to inform your school community about measles, the flu (influenza) and norovirus to minimize illness and keep kids in class. Please review this letter to learn how to prevent getting sick, symptoms to look for, and how to avoid passing the illness to others. Contact your health care provider for more information on these illnesses.
Staff and students need to stay home from school and activities when they are sick to prevent passing the illness to others. School districts follow Washington County Public Health and Oregon Health Authority school exclusion guidelines, which state that a child with flu-like symptoms, vomiting or diarrhea should stay home from school until 24 hours after their symptoms have gone away.
Please read the following letter from Washington County Department of Health and Human Services ― Disease Control and Prevention:
Maker Mondays - The Ozobots are Coming!
Paperless Report Cards Coming in January
Last Reminder...
In November, Quarter 1 Report Cards will be sent by US Mail to families who have not yet opted for paperless delivery. However, beginning in January 2020, the Beaverton School District will begin to have paperless delivery for all families unless they opt to remain with delivery by mail. This will result in a reduction of costs and support our goals around modeling earth-friendly practices for students.
Stoller AVID Food Drive
The drive will begin on Monday, October 21st and will run until November 13th. Your student can bring donated items and drop them off in the large bins that will be around the school during the drive. Thanks in advance for your support!
(Click on "Stoller Clubs" above to visit our page on the Stoller Website)
GSA Club
We are always looking for and welcoming new students. The GSA Club is a safe place for LBGTQ+ students and allies to be and advocate for themselves and others. This club will meet on Thursdays from 4 - 5pm. If your child is interested, please have them fill out a GSA Club Parent Permission Form 2019-2020 (also available in the Main Office) and have them turn it in to the Main Office.
Clubs Full
Badminton Club
Business and Entrepreneurship Club
Current Events Club
Earth Advocates Club
Tinkering Club
You can always visit the Clubs Page on our Stoller Website for the most up to date information.
(Click on "Academic Competitions" above to visit our page on the Stoller Website)
AMC 8 Testing
OBOB (Oregon Battle of the Books)
Stoller Science and Engineering Fair
School Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer at Stoller!
Interested in volunteering at Stoller? Visit www.StollerPTO.com/Volunteer to get started. If you are new to volunteering, you’ll find helpful instructions to create a volunteer account. If you are an existing volunteer, you’ll find a link to view current volunteer opportunities.
PTO 50 for 50 Fundraiser
Stoller's ONLY Fundraiser 50 for 50 is in full swing!
Donate $50 per family so we can reach our goal of $50,000 as a school! Stoller PTO supports: Art Literacy, Library Update, Campus Beautification, Classroom Funds/Teacher Support, Classroom Emergency Kits, Clubs, Maker Space, Wellness Center, and Marching Band!
Write a check to Stoller PTO and drop it in the office, donate online www.stollerpto.com or through your employers website (ex. https://intel.benevity.org/ , https://nike.benevity.org/ )
We have raised a total of $9,960 so far - if we reach our goal of $50,000 as a school there will be a school-wide prize!
Nike Matching link: https://we.nike.com/login > Give Money > Make a Matched Donation
Intel Matching link: https://intel.benevity.org/ (Matching request must be completed in the same quarter as the donation. Please submit your request as soon as possible.)
Maker Space Donations
Are you looking for somewhere to recycle items you no longer need? The Stoller Maker Space is the perfect place to donate unused, everyday, ordinary items. We only ask that these items are usable and clean.
Students are welcome to drop off these items at our Maker Space Drop-Off in front of Stoller's Maker Space. The Maker Space is located at the entrance of Blue Hall in the Lower Forum. Your donated items will be organized and then made available to teachers and students for class projects and activities.
Currently, a 6th grade team is looking for some Maker Supplies for an Engineering Design project. They are in need of straws, tooth picks, pipe cleaners, solo cups, string, clothes pins, paper plates and bowls. Additionally, a 7th grade team is looking for some Maker Supplies for a Stop Motion Animation project. They are looking for Play Doh and no longer wanted LEGO pieces. Especially the LEGO mini figs.
The Maker Space Supply Drop-Off is open all year and we will update you with student projects and specific supply needs.
District News/Resources for Parents
Middle School Boundary Advisory Committee Meeting
The next middle school boundary meeting will be on Thursday, November 21, 2019 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Conestoga Middle School (12250 SW Conestoga Drive, Beaverton, 97008).
Learning Options
The application window for the District’s full day options programs & schools is now open. The application window closes Friday, December 6, 2019. To learn more about full day, partial day and revolving options programs in the District, visit the Learning Options webpage. We also have a calendar of open houses on the full day options program webpage.
When the weather outside gets inclement, school schedules could be affected. The District generally makes inclement weather decisions by 5:15 a.m., posting them by 5:30 a.m. on the District website and on social media. All Portland Metro area media outlets are also notified and announce the information on TV newscasts and online. Parents and guardians that have opted in for SchoolMessenger will receive timely notifications.
The District makes decisions based on the ability to operate school buses safely; the ability of parents and students to drive safely; and the ability of students to walk safely. The decision that is made will be for the entire District. (As always, parents may choose to make different decisions based on their particular location.)
For the latest inclement weather information:
- Log onto the District's website: http://www.beaverton.k12.or.us and a page pop will be posted on the main page if there is a change in school operations.
- Beaverton School District Public Safety webpage has information about inclement weather procedures and snow routes. http://www.beaverton.k12.or.us/departments/public-safety/ then click on Inclement Weather Information.
- Follow us on Twitter @BeavertonSD or Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/BeavertonSchoolDistrict/
- Follow media outlets. The Districts posts information via Flash Alert. Parents can also sign up to receive weather alerts: www.flashalert.net
Lost and Found
Stoller Middle School
Website: https://stoller.beaverton.k12.or.us/
Location: 14141 Northwest Laidlaw Road, Portland, OR, USA
Phone: 503-356-2680
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stollermiddle/
Twitter: @StollerPOWER1