TTSD Community Newsletter
December, 2020
SUPERINTENDENT LETTER
Well, we did it. The end of 2020, arguably the longest year in history, is just weeks away. This will be our final newsletter of the year and I stay true to my practice of beginning with gratitude. Full Message
Athletics Pause Continuation
Dear Tigard and Tualatin Families,
As you are aware, we recently made a decision to pause in-person/onsite athletic conditioning for at least two weeks in light of recent spikes in new cases of Covid-19.
Safe & Strong Community Support
These are tough times and many families are struggling to pay bills and care for their families. The Safe & Strong website Community Support page has some helpful tips and resources to connect you to community partners and support. Assistance for immigrant workers, employment, food, and health care, and housing resources.
Workshop for Teens through the RISE Initiative (Resilience in School Environments)
- 60-69 minute facilitated viewing & educational wrap-up, offered to groups of up to 35 in each session
- Optional 60-90 minute interactive, the live-streamed workshop offered to groups of up to 35 in each session
- Designed for students in grades 8-12; aligns with Oregon Health Standards
- All workshops include free resources for educators and students available for download and distribution
- Flexible options to work within your class schedule
- FREE, Learn more
Is your child or family struggling with mental health or wellbeing?
They are available for consultation, student check-in's, or referral to outside services. Contact your school office to be connected to the school Counselor or Family Partnership Advocate.
Student Technology Update and Information
We hope this email finds you well. Here at TTSD, we have been fortunate to be able to provide a student technology device for all students. During the first few months of school, we have been working with families and schools to ensure students know how to use their device and have reliable wifi to participate in daily online school activities. Our #1 goal is to ensure your student has a working device to use while learning from home that is free from damage. And, it’s important to keep these devices in the best working order to support student learning. Per the TTSD Student Rights & Responsibility Handbook (ENG / SPA), under Technology Use: 6.5 Device Care & 8.0 Cost of Repairs:
Students will be held responsible for maintaining their individual devices (and protective cases) and keeping them in good working order.
Device batteries must be charged and ready for school each day.
Only labels or stickers applied by the Tigard-Tualatin School District administration may be applied to the device.
iPads must be in District issued cases at all times.
Devices that malfunction or are damaged must be reported to the school tech support as soon as possible. The school district will be responsible for repairing devices that malfunction.
See Section 8 of this Agreement for costs to Students and Parents for damaged devices.
Cost of Repairs: Device (1st offense) = $100
Devices that are stolen must be reported immediately to the Tigard-Tualatin School District Technology Help Desk Line (503-431-4051).
Additional support to support families and students at home with the use of iPads can be found in a few locations:
Upcoming Parent Virtual Meeting Night: Dec 10, 2020
Family Technology Knowledgebase website for FAQs: https://familyhelp.ttsdschools.org
District IT Help Desk for students and families needing technology support: 503-431-4051.
Do I want to be a school board member for Tigard-Tualatin School District?
What does the school board do?
The board’s major responsibility is setting the Tigard-Tualatin District policies. The board has one employee, the superintendent, who in turn hires staff. For more information and details about School Board responsibilities and opportunities: https://www.ttsdschools.org/Page/9995Social Emotional Learning Resources
11/30-12/4: Relationships
12/7-12/11: Responsible Decision Making
Analizar, Reflexionar y Reparar
12/14-12/18: Being Flexible
Family Affinity Session
After Two Week Statewide Freeze: Oregon's Risk and Protection Framework
- Extreme,
- High Risk
- Moderate Risk
- Lower Risk
Meal Site Updates
Tigard High School Meal Site has reopened on December 9th - Meal site information and updates
December 21 to January 1
Bond Updates
- Twality Middle School rebuild is now almost complete. This project, which began in the summer of 2019, is proceeding on schedule to be completed at the end of 2020.
- Tigard High School 2nd phase of the construction has been completed and the new spaces are beautiful. Photos will be added to the website soon.
- Alberta Rider, C.F. Tigard, Deer Creek, Tualatin and Metzger Elementaries, and Hazelbrook Middle School now have updated vestibules with a secure front entrance.
Computer Science Week and Hour of Code is December 7 to the 11th
Computer Science Education and Hour of Code Week 2020 is right around the corner! Consider hosting your own Hour of Code or sharing CodeBytes info with your students or school community.
Favorite Hour of Code 2020 Challenges
https://121library.edublogs.org/2020/12/02/hour-of-code-2020/
December 10 is Human Rights Day
Other December National Events to Remember
- December 15 - Bill of Rights Day -
- December 25 - Christmas Holiday
- December 26 to January 1 - Kwanza Holiday
Adidas Employee Store Pass for TTSD Students
Your health and safety are at the heart of our shopping policies. We’re abiding by the guidelines of our federal and local government to create a safe shopping experience for our guests and employees, and we’ve put several precautionary health measures in place to ensure a safe experience for all.
Ahead of your visit, we want to inform you of a few changes that we’ve implemented to create a safe shopping environment. See the flyer below for details and how to sign up. You must scan the QR code and download the app to sign up.
Tigard-Tualatin School District
Email: lburton@ttsd.k12.or.us
Website: ttsdschools.org
Location: 6960 Southwest Sandburg Street, Tigard, OR, USA
Phone: 503-431-4000
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TTSDSchools/
Twitter: @TigardTualSD