The Current
LOSD News • May 19, 2022
In this Message:
Message from the Superintendent
Awarding Students Oregon Seal of Biliteracy
Transportation Facility Community Open House
Congratulations 2022 SASEE Award Recipients
Swim Lessons at Lake Grove Swim Park
You're Invited: Farewell to River Grove
School Board & Advisory Committee Meeting
Legal Budget Committee Meeting
No Elementary School Next Friday
Extended Care Info Coming Soon
LOSD COVID-19 Information:
- Vaccine Mandate For Adults During School Day
- Community Level: Medium
- Mitigating the Spread of COVID-19
- OHA COVID-19 Exclusion Guidance
- LOSD COVID-19 Dashboard
State Assessment Score Reports
Consider a Career In LOSD
Time to Verify Your Student's Information
Preparing for the Transition to Adulthood Information Session
Community:
OLWC Nature Day Camp
5th Graders, LO Teen Lounge Welcomes You
Cheer Team Registration
Lakeridge Youth Football Fall Registration
- What's New at Community School
- Hunger Fighters
- Clothing Closet
- Safe Oregon
- Get Social with LOSD
Message from the Superintendent
Once again, we have witnessed a racially motivated shooting and it is affecting many, particularly people of color, around the world and in our community. Some of the social media responses that your children may see are as horrific as the hate crime itself. Hate crimes send messages to members of the victim's group that they are unwelcome and unsafe in the community, and increase feelings of anger, anxiety and shame.
All in our learning community need to be aware. Talk with your children about what it means to be inclusive and to help foster a safe and welcoming environment for everyone, particularly those who may be feeling most vulnerable and empathetic.
Here are some resources to report both urgent and nonurgent safety concerns or incidents.
LOSD Incident Report at Elementary, Middle or High School
Oregon Department of Justice’s Bias Response Hotline at 1-844-924-BIAS
711 for Oregon Relay or at StandAgainstHate.Oregon.gov
Our hearts feel deeply for all who have been affected by hate. Our educators are available for students to turn to if they need a caring adult, and we will continue championing a culture of belonging.
Awarding Students Oregon Seal of Biliteracy
The State School Board created the Oregon State Seal of Biliteracy (OSSB) to recognize and value the native language/s students speak and bring to their English academic studies, to value language programs in schools, and to encourage students in the study of languages. This award recognizes student literacy in reading, writing, listening, and speaking in two or more World Languages.
Transportation Facility Community Open House
LOSD is hosting a community open house to discuss plans for a new transportation facility. All are invited to the meeting on Tuesday, May 24, at Lakeridge Middle School, 6-7:30 p.m.
A lot was shared and learned at the last community meeting, and materials at the open house will reflect the input.
Congratulations 2022 SASEE Awards Recipients
The 6th Annual 2022 SASEE Awards were presented this week! Watch the video to see who presented and who was honored.
Each year, the Rotary Club of Lake Oswego presents the SASEE Awards to local individuals who have gone above and beyond to support education in our community. SASEE Awards are presented in three categories - Students, Educators, and Community Citizens.
The video was filmed at the newly remodeled Hallinan Elementary School.
Swim Lessons at Lake Grove Swim Park
Lake Grove Swim Park trained lifeguards will be offering swim lessons this summer. All children who reside in Lake Oswego are eligible to register for lessons. Swim lessons will be offered from 11-11:30 a.m. and 11:30-12 p.m. starting at the end of June through mid-August.
NEW: Register for Lake Grove Swim Park lessons through Community School. Registration for all swim lesson sessions will open Wednesday, Jun. 1.
Image is a painting by Lake Oswego resident and artist James McGrew, " The Leap (My Daughter Learning to Swim in Lake Oswego)"
You're Invited: Farewell to River Grove
Before construction begins, LOSD is hosting an open house at River Grove. All current and past River Grove learning community members and residents are welcome to give a fond farewell to the building.
Wednesday, June 1
4:30-6 p.m.
River Grove Elementary
School Board & Advisory Committee Meeting
Monday, May 23
Executive Session: 5:30 p.m.
Regular Session: 6:00 p.m.
Advisory Committee Meeting: 7 p.m.
Click here for the agenda posted on district website
Lakeridge Middle School
The Lake Oswego School Board meetings are being held in person and are open to the public. In-person attendance is limited to those who occupy available seating first and observe meeting guidelines for conduct. Doors will open approximately 15 minutes prior to the start of the public session. All may observe the public session remotely by clicking here.
Board members take both written and in-person testimony. Click here for instructions for members of the public who wish to provide in-person testimony. Submit an email to the Board Secretary kelli.cranston@loswego.k12.or.us by 12 p.m. day of the meeting. IMPORTANT: Type “In-Person Testimony” in subject line.
Legal Budget Committee Meeting
Wednesday, May 25
6 p.m.
Click here for the agenda posted on district website
LOSD Administration Building
The meeting is held in person and open to the public. In-person attendance is limited to those who occupy available seating first and observe meeting guidelines for conduct. Doors will open approximately 15 minutes prior to the start of the public session. All may observe the public session remotely by clicking here.
No Elementary School Next Friday
Vaccine Mandate For Adults During School Day
The state mandates that all adults in schools during the school day be fully vaccinated. School districts may grant exemptions. Three percent of LOSD employees have exemptions; LOSD requires people with exemptions test weekly testing, which we can administer with fidelity for this small group. At this time, we do not have the capacity to track weekly tests for volunteers and guests.
We are making an exception for the one-time, end-of-year ceremonies and accepting exemption requests for unvaccinated adults to attend their child’s ceremony, such as the 5th grade celebration.
Community Level: Medium
Mitigating the Spread of COVID-19
The combined burden of COVID-19, flu, and other respiratory viruses co-occuring in communities means schools need to continue being vigilant about health and safety. Masks are recommended. LOSD is monitoring COVID-19 transmission and unusual absenteeism or illness within cohorts; offering free testing for students and staff; and excluding from school, as required by the state, individuals who have COVID-19 like symptoms.
Families are asked to help mitigate the spread:
If your child is sick with COVID-like symptoms, do not send them to school.
Seek a COVID-19 test. Obtain free Covid-19 at-home test kits at Covidtests.gov.
Notify your school nurse
Vaccination remains the best protection against serious illness from COVID-19 and reduces spread of the disease. Get Vaccinated Oregon.
LOSD COVID-19 Dashboard
The LOSD COVID-19 Dashboard is up to date. The dashboard shows the number of staff and students who have reported to LOSD testing positive for COVID-19, regardless of school exposure.
State Assessment Score Reports
This summer, LOSD will deliver students’ state assessment results online through ParentVUE rather than mailing paper. This is in keeping with the district’s strategic goal of sustainability and mirrors how we deliver report cards. Your child’s assessment reports will appear on your ParentVUE Documents page in late July.
If you have forgotten your ParentVUE password, go to the login page, click "I am a Parent," then click "Forgot Password." If you are unsure whether you have a ParentVUE account or need assistance, please contact your student’s school.
Consider a Career In LOSD
Did you know more than a third of LOSD employees are Lake Oswego residents, and many are parents of students in our district? Not only is Lake Oswego a great place to live and go to school, it is a great place to work!
Time to Verify Your Student's Information
OLWC Nature Day Camp
Students will spend each day in this week-long camp engaging with a nature-based theme that will include songs, stories, crafts, activities and guided forest hikes.
When: Choose June 20-24 or July 18-22
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m - 12 p.m.
Where: Uplands Elementary School
For more information please visit our website: https://www.oswegowatershed.org/nature-camp/
5th Graders, LO Teen Lounge Welcomes You!
Join the LO Teen Lounge for a meet and greet for incoming sixth graders. Lake Oswego Parks & Rec will be hosting both a virtual and an in-person tour of the Lounge, as well as offering summer drop-in hours for students in incoming grades 6-12 on Mondays and Fridays this June-August.
Virtual: Friday, May 20; 5-6 p.m.: Hear all about the Teen Lounge and take a virtual tour. To register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvde6trzsvE9LybCdukn-9Vn5v-dS_bFwG
In Person: Friday, May 27; 4-7 p.m.: This is open to all students currently in grades 5-11, and it is the first opportunity for current fifth graders to see and visit the Teen Lounge. Parents are also invited, and will have opportunities to talk to staff about all of LOPR’s teen programming opportunities.
Contact Jordan Morales at (503) 534-5434 or jmorales@ci.oswego.or.us if you have questions or would like additional information.
Cheer Team Registration
Lakeridge Youth Football Parent Info Night
Lakeridge Youth Football is hosting a parent information night this Sunday, May 22. This is for parents of INCOMING 3rd - 8th grade children (Fall 2022) considering joining the program for the first time. Hear from coaches and fellow parents about player safety, program expectations, recent Pacer youth team experiences and how the Pacer program is excelling. Come get all of your important questions answered.
Please RSVP and share the invite with your friends!
What's New at Community School?
The LOSD Community School is offering virtual enrichment programs and activities for students of all ages including culinary, STEM, arts, language, and athletics.
Hunger Fighters
SafeOregon
Parents-guardians who have concerns about a student’s well-being are encouraged to reach out to their principal, and to maintain strong lines of communication and partnership between students, families, staff, and other resources.
SafeOregon is also an effective way to report a tip regarding safety threats or potential acts of violence to our students or schools.
(Students should also be aware that intentionally providing a false report is a serious offense.)
Get Social: Follow, Share, Engage
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Website: https://www.losdschools.org
Location: 2455 Country Club Road, Lake Oswego, OR, USA
Phone: (503) 534-2000
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