McDaniel Family Newsletter
November 1, 2021
McDaniel High School (formerly Madison High School)
Email: askyles@pps.net
Website: https://www.pps.net/mcdaniel
Location: 2735 NE 82nd Avenue Portland, Oregon
Phone: 503-916-5220
Facebook: www.facebook.com/PPSMcDanielHighSchool/
Twitter: @leodis_v
A Message from Principal Skyles
Hello Mountain Lions,
We are four days away from quarter 1 grades and will be sending out grade progress reports. As we have transitioned back to in-person school there have been successes and struggles for students. We are getting back into the routine of 8 classes, homework, socializing, being a teenager, all while still navigating a pandemic that has created challenges at times.
As a reminder, one day has been added as a Teacher Professional Development Day so there is No School for students on November 12th. Also, we will be sending out more information about virtual conferences on November 22nd & 23rd.
Last Thursday, we held our first concert led by Mr. Dell in our brand new theater -- our students did great! I would like to congratulate all of our fall sports teams for completing their seasons. The Boys soccer team made the playoffs and played hard against Summit although they didn't win.
Please reach out with any questions, concerns, or needs. We are here to support you and your students.
Principal Skyles
Important Upcoming Dates
November 4th - End of the 1st Quarter
November 5th - No School for Students/Teacher Professional Development Day
November 11th - No School for Students/Veteran's Day
November 12th - No School for Students/Teacher Professional Development Day
November 22rd & November 23rd - Virtual Parent/Teacher Conferences
November 22nd - November 26th- Fall Break - No School for Students
A Message from the McDaniel PTSA
The McDaniel PTSA would like to invite interested parents/guardians to join the McDaniel HS Safety Committee. You can join just to learn more, to share concerns, or to get actively involved.
The Safety Committee’s goal is to increase safety for students and teachers in the environment around the school.
Everyone is welcome!
Please email mcdaniel.ptsa.president@gmail.com to let me know you’re interested.
Learn more about the McDaniel Parent, Teacher and Student Association (PTSA) https://mcdanielptsa.wixsite.com/ptsa
Canvas and ParentVue Access for Progress Updates
Did you know that you can check the progress of your student in classes using Canvas and ParentVue?
If you need an activation code or password reset, please contact the McDaniel HS main office at 503-916-5220.
Here are the links for the steps to get set up:
Canvas: https://www.pps.net/cms/lib/OR01913224/Centricity/Domain/160/CanvasQuickGuide-English.pdf
ParentVue
Important: Class of 2022 Updates
- Graduation is scheduled for June 8th at Providence Park
- Herff Jones will be our new order graduation products company and not Josten's this year. Details will be shared in the next few weeks about how to order caps, gowns, stoles, and announcements.
- Seniors need to complete their Senior Survey by the end of the week. Please use the link below: https://forms.gle/wZe9GguupJoSUvYA7
- Updates for seniors will be posted on the McDaniel website: https://www.pps.net/domain/6930
If you have questions, just check in with Dr. Boyer
PPS Potential Vaccine Mandate Student Check In
PPS wants to hear from students as we consider a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for students 12 and up.
Students may visit https://www.pps.net/contact to let us know your opinion, or how day-to-day life at school would be with a potential mandate.
Telephonic Interpretation Services: The Language Access Services Department offers On-demand Telephonic Interpretation Services district-wide. Each school has their own PIN for use as well as a PIN for COVID Parent Notifications (2168-9848)
How do I request a telephonic interpreter?
Please call LionBridge at 800-444-6627.
Provide them with your school 8-digit Pin Number:
Please make sure to share your school’s code with your staff.
Request your required language from the language facilitator
Start your conversation
Trivory App Reminder
This is an amazing app created by a high school student for staff, students, and families. It provides quick access to the school calendar, resources, news, and reminders. Also, it is linked to the OSAA website for sports events as well as Tri-Met for bus schedules.
It only takes a few minutes to download - as of today we have just under 1950 users.
Please take a look at the website version if you are more curious about what it has to offer: