Hollydale HERO Highlights
A news publication for the parents and students of Hollydale
Home of the Heroes
Email: ramirez26@gresham.k12.or.us
Website: https://www.gresham.k12.or.us/hdes
Location: 505 SW Birdsdale Dr, Gresham, OR 97080
Phone: 503-661-6226
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HollydaleElementarySchool
Twitter: @Hollydale_ES
A Word from the Principal… Ms. Ramirez — April 2021
April 14, 2021
Dear Hollydale Families,
We are excited to have completed the first days of our Hybrid Learning Model with Kindergarten through 5th-grade students in attendance. It is something we all have been looking forward to. It is great to have them back in the building and hear their happy voices!
We thank you for your flexibility, patience, and kindness as we work to streamline our dismissal process. Being mindful of all of the pieces that need to come together in a much different manner than in years past - buses, cars, parent pick-up, walkers, and daycare - we appreciate your understanding. We are working hard to make things move smoothly while ensuring that we are adhering to safety and social distancing protocols.
Masks are required to be worn anytime you are anywhere on the Hollydale Campus, even outside. Please be sure to wear one when you are picking up/dropping off your student at school.
Please continue to watch for information to come via email and social media Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
If you have any questions or would like to connect with me, please do not hesitate to reach out to me via email at ramirez26@gresham.k12.or.us or by phone 503-661-6226. It is an honor to be a member of the Hollydale community and I look forward to working with each of your children.
UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES
Wednesday, April 28 — CONNECT TO KINDERGARTEN
1:30pm -3:30pm Drop-In
Connect to Kindergarten
We will have multiple stations outside under our covered play area to allow for social distancing. Reminder: Even though it will be held outside, masks are still required anytime you are on the Hollydale campus.
- Information on how to register your child online
- The dual language immersion option
- Immunization requirements
- An opportunity to meet the Kindergarten teachers
- Watch a short video about the Gresham-Barlow Kindergarten program
- A free book for each incoming kindergartner
- Additional activities
A NOTE FROM THE OFFICE
Hybrid In-Person School Hours 12:05pm - 2:35pm
Students should not arrive to school before 12:05pm. There will not be supervision on the playground or in front of the school before 12:05pm. Thank you for your understanding.
Office Hours - 8am - 3:30pm
The office is open weekdays between 8am - 3:30pm for in-person pick-ups. Phone office hours are 8am - 4pm. If we are unable to answer your call, please leave us a voice- mail and we will return your call as soon as we are able. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
End of Day Transportation Changes
Please call the office at 503-661-6226 no later than 2pm if you need to change your child's end of day transportation.
Emergency Contact Information
As the school district is transitioning to in-person learning, it is important the office has your current contact information as well as up-to-date emergency contacts. Please take a moment to check your phone number, email, and emergency contacts in ParentVue and make updates as necessary. Click here to access your ParentVue account.
Media Exclusion Notice
As students are returning to the building we will be taking photos for use on our website, newsletter and social media accounts. If you DO NOT wish for your child's photo to be used online, please email Mrs. Eki, elementary secretary, at eki6@gresham.k12.or.us
Kindergarten Registration
Will your child be 5 on or before Sept. 1st, 2021? If yes, register now. To register your student for Kindergarten, visit the Gresham-Barlow School District Website, select the “Parents” tab, and click on “Online Registration.” This webpage has information about the registration process, a link to get started, additional forms for each school, and answers to frequently asked questions. Be sure to attend Connect to Kindergarten on Wednesday, April 28.
Immunization Requirements to Enter K-6th Grade:
5 Diphtheria/Tetanus/Pertussis (DTaP)
4 Polio
1 Varicella (chickenpox)
2 MMR or 2 Measles, 1 Mumps, 1 Rubella 3 Hepatitis B
2 Hepatitis A
A WORD FROM THE DISTRICT
7-DAY MEAL BOXES DISTRIBUTION WEDNESDAYS
Every Wednesday, the Nutrition Services Department will be offering 7-day Meal Box Kits FREE to children ages 1-18. These kits will be delivered by school bus and families can also pick up the kits through evening curbside pickup at select schools.
- Bus Routes, 3, 10, 15 will continue to deliver meals mid-day.
- Curbside Pickup at Hollydale from 4-6pm.
- You must reserve your Meal Box Kit ahead of time!
To participate, each household will need to fill out an online form. A confirmation email will be sent once you have submitted this form. If you don't receive a confirmation email please contact the Nutrition Services Department at 503-261-4594.
Click here to fill out the online form to reserve your Weekly Meal Box Kit.
Bus Delivery Routes and Times:
In Town Meal Drop Off Sites (pdf)
A NOTE FROM THE HEALTH ROOM
Prescription Medications During Hybrid 12:05-2:35pm
If your child will need to take prescription medication during Hybrid school hours: 12:05pm - 2:35pm please contact Julie Melton, Health Assistant at 503-661-6226 ext. 2285 or email melton10@gresham.k12.or.us to set up an appointment to drop off medication and fill out the required paperwork.
Sun Community School
We will be distributing activity kits to students in grades 1-5. Please click the following link (Spanish/English) to complete the sign up for a kit. **You must register for a kit, in order to receive one!
** IF YOU HAVE ALREADY REGISTERED FOR A KIT IN THE WINTER, PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER NOW. YOU WILL BE CONTACTED SOON. **
https://forms.gle/4cseCMiXTEAdJZfP7
THERE ARE A LIMITED AMOUNT OF KITS, PLEASE REGISTER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! There will be art, STEM, cooking, self-care, outdoor and cultural activities for the student and their family. This is a supplemental and optional program, which will be offered for after school hours.
We are also currently running 5 FOOD PANTRIES EACH WEEK. Please click this link for the days/locations! https://www.metfamily.org/hungerrelief/
If you have any questions, please contact Sandra Jones, SUN Site Manager @ 503-380-0464(call/text) or sandraj@mfs.email (English) or Daisy Sanchez at daisyst@mfs.email (Spanish).
CONNECT WITH THE PRINCIPAL
Email: ramirez26@gresham.k12.or.us
Website: https://www.gresham.k12.or.us/hdes
Phone: 503-661-6226