Hallinan Elementary
Hawk Squawk - 10/1/20
Principal's Message
In a typical school year, the first few weeks are filled with socialization, making new friends, and, of course, learning new things. This year, we're still doing all those things, it just looks a bit different, we're adding in "Zorms" (Zoom norms, new term for me - see Mrs Doran's Classroom norms below), supply pickups and breakout rooms, among other things. We recognize this year is challenging for our students and families, remember that your Hallinan Family is here to support you. Please reach out with any questions or needs.
Over the past two weeks I've visited all of our classrooms, sometimes bringing along my friend, Eggie (see the photo below). I enjoy watching your children learn, discover and share. Of course, visiting classrooms isn't the same as seeing everyone in person. I miss you all so much! We are eagerly following the Clackamas metrics for reopening schools and hope to welcome limited in-person instruction and K-3 back to Hallinan soon.
Until then, stay safe!
Principal Griffiths
Save These Dates!
10/1 - Technology Protection Payment Due today!
10/8 - Thursday PLC (schedule time change)
10/8 - Back to School Night
10/9 - No School - Statewide Professional Day
10/15 - Thursday PLC (schedule time change)
10/16 - Hallinan Directory Info Due
10/30 - Early Release Day (more details will be forthcoming)
Mystery Science with Mr Zurcher
Mr. Zurcher has created a parent resource website for parents. Click on the HOME button in the upper right corner of the website for grade level information and material supply lists. Keep in mind, you may substitute supplies as convenient or necessary.
If you are unable to purchase supplies, Lake Oswego School District has limited supplies available based on need, not convenience. Please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/ed89o7pum2JatXZf9
Back to School Night - Next Week! Thursday, 10/8 (Virtual)
PTO Information
Hallinan Directory - ACTION ITEM - Due 10/16!
Families, please update or enter your information in the Hallinan Directory so your child(ren)’s information will be included. The online directory is free to all Hallinan families (LO online and Hybrid) and is a great way to connect with other families.
Please consider making a donation to the Hallinan PTO if you are able so we can continue to support our teachers and programs. This can be done while updating information.
Returning Families: you do not need to create a new account. Login with your e-mail and password from last year.
New Families: please create a new account at hallinanpto.membershiptoolkit.com. Please remember to go back and check your email for the login verification.
For immediate access to the school directory, please download the Membership Toolkit app for your smartphone.
Contact Nicole Blum with directory questions, hallinandirectory@gmail.com.
District Information
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month
What is Dyslexia?
Dyslexia is a learning disability in reading. People with dyslexia have trouble reading at a good pace and without mistakes. They may also have a hard time with reading comprehension, spelling, and writing. But these challenges aren’t a problem with intelligence.
Children and adults with dyslexia struggle to read fluently, spell words correctly, and memorize rote facts such as multiplication tables, among other challenges. But these difficulties have no connection to their overall intelligence. While people with dyslexia can be slow readers, they often, paradoxically, are very fast and creative thinkers with strong reasoning abilities.
Dyslexia can’t be “cured” – it is lifelong. But with appropriate instruction, an individual with dyslexia can learn to read, write, and spell and can become a highly successful individual.
Get the facts on Dyslexia from the International Dyslexia Association (IDA): Fact Sheets
Video: What is Dyslexia? https://youtu.be/zafiGBrFkRM
Ways to help your child at home: https://www.understood.org/en/learning-thinking-differences/child-learning-disabilities/dyslexia/dyslexia-strategies-you-can-try-at-home?_ul=1*jhht1b*domain_userid*YW1wLTY5YzJjRVMxUnU3YU03WDduMFdORVE
Each week in October, we will feature a message about dyslexia in this newsletter. If you have questions or concerns regarding your child’s learning, please contact the school principal and/or literacy specialist. Another great parent resource would be to contact your school’s Student Services Parent Advisory Committee (SSPAC) representative. Please see here to learn how to contact your school representative.
Mrs Landau, our Librarian, in a Zoom Meeting
Technology Protection Payment Due 10/1!
If you have decided to insure your device, please see the following methods of payment:
Online payment through community schools
https://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/register/207-6753
Check: Please put your child’s name and school in the memo area of the check and mail to:
LOSD Office c/o: Kim Wagner
2455 Country Club Road, PO Box 70
Lake Oswego, OR 90734
Fee Waiver: https://www.losdschools.org/domain/1838 mail to:
LOSD Office c/o: Kim Wagner
2455 Country Club Road, PO Box 70
Lake Oswego, OR 90734
Payment is due by October 1, 2020, to insure your child’s device.
What is i-Ready?
What is i-Ready?
Over the next six weeks, elementary and middle school students will complete two on-line i-Ready assessments; one is for math and the other is for reading. i-Ready is a program that will help us determine your child’s strengths and areas for growth, personalize their learning, and monitor their progress throughout the school year. i-Ready allows us to meet your child where they are and provides us with data to inform and tailor instruction to accelerate growth. We will conduct these assessments three times per year, and results will be shared with parents.
The i-Ready Diagnostic is an adaptive assessment that adjusts its questions to suit your child’s needs. Each item a student receives is based on their answer to the previous question. For example, a series of correct answers will result in slightly harder questions, while a series of incorrect answers will yield slightly easier ones. The purpose of this is not to give your child a score or grade but to determine how to best support their learning. Please view this two-minute introductory video, Intro Video to iReady for Families
Our elementary schedule will begin with students in Grades 3-5; math will be first, and then reading. Primary students need more time to get settled into the school routine, and their i-Ready assessments will begin in October.
Grab & Go Meal Pickup Schedule - Updated Info
Hallinan Renovation Update
We're excited - we're getting closer! Here are some more photos of the progress at Hallinan.
Additional information can be found on the Bond website here.
Office Contact Information
At this time, Hallinan Elementary is closed for renovation. The best way to reach us is by email. Please contact Lee Gates if you need to schedule a meeting.
Office Phone: 503-534-2353
Principal Melissa Griffiths - griffitm@loswego.k12.or.us
Secretary Lee Gates - gatesl@loswego.k12.or.us
Secretary Linda Stevens - stevensl@loswego.k12.or.us