The Guardian Gazette
Student News, March 18, 2024
Message from Principal Coning
Hi IBW Students,
One more week until Spring Break! WOW! I always find the school year races by beginning in April all the way to school being out in mid-June.
We are working hard on several priorities at school including supporting our seniors to finish high school strong. We are planning graduation already and of course spring celebrations such as Prom, Senior Recognition Assembly, and Senior Night are all under way. Of course we know our 9th-11th graders have a lot on their plates juggling the responsibilities of being a student with extracurriculars, family, and friends. I continue to be impressed and inspired by so many of you who strive to do your best every day.
This Wednesday, March 20th, all of our juniors will be taking the SAT, which is a college entrance test that not all colleges require for entry. As you may know, we are running an 8-period schedule on Wednesday. Please plan accordingly.
Please reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns. I look forward to seeing you in hallways and classrooms.
Enjoy the sunshine and HAPPY (almost) SPRING BREAK!
Principal Coning
Upcoming Important Dates
March 18 - 22 - SPIRIT WEEK
March 20 - SAT Testing Day, Full-Day schedule
March 22 - ASB Election Results Announced
March 22 - For Seniors - Deadline to sign up to be a Graduation Speaker
March 25 - March 29 - SPRING BREAK
April - For Seniors - 60 Day Rule begins
April 2 - First day of Prom Closet Donations
April 8 - "Understanding the Rainforest Mind" presentation
April 15 -- 19 - MULTICULTURAL FAIR
April 27 - Spring Campus Clean Up
May 4 - Prom
See more dates on the Trivory Calendar! https://dash.trivory.com/calendar?school=ibw
Spirit Week
Monday: Adam Sandler Day (baggy shorts, big shirts, sneakers)
Tuesday: Socks, Crocs, and Birkenstocks
Wednesday: Denim Day
Thursday: Student-Teacher Swap
Friday: PJ Day
March 20th
March 20 Schedule
On March 20, we will have a special schedule due to the SAT Exam for Juniors. It will be a All-8 schedule for grades 9, 10 and 12. Juniors will take the SAT in the AM and then join in the All-8 schedule starting with lunch. There will be no bells on this day.
See the Special 8 period bell schedule at the Ida B. Wells website here
Important Information for Juniors
Juniors, you will take the all-digital SAT (FREE of charge) on Wednesday, March 20. The SAT must be completed using your PPS issued Chromebook.
REMINDERS:
- VERY IMPORTANT - Bluebook did a critical update. Before Wednesday please open bluebook on your PPS Chromebook so it can do the update.
- VERY IMPORTANT - CHARGE YOUR CHROMEBOOK on Tuesday night and then bring your fully charged PPS chromebook and a charger on Wednesday.
- Get rest, eat breakfast and be in your testing room by 8:30am. The SAT will take place from 8:30 to 11:41AM. Testing rooms were posted in the main hall on Monday 3/18.
- Students arriving late may not be able to take the exam. There will not be a makeup day.
- Bring your own beverage/snacks for consumption during break only. Snacks are not provided.
- Calculators are built into the program. You can bring your own approved calculator if preferred.
- Cell phones will be powered off and turned in to the proctor until lunch.
- Students will remain in their testing room until lunch (11:41AM)
-Additional test information and practice test are available HERE as well.
For more information on the SAT exam day schedule for lunch and the afternoon, see the March 20 Special Schedule above.
If you know that you/your student will not be at school on 3/20, please report the absence in ParentVUE for a full-day absence or the Absence Reporting Form for a partial-day absence.
Questions? Email sburns@pps.net or amenashe@pps.net or bsmall@pps.net
Important information for 9th, 10th, 12th and non-testing 11th graders
Students (all 9th, 10th and 12th graders and non-testing 11th) whose teacher are proctors for the SAT periods 1-4 (all math teachers, as well as Haddon, Jones, Martin, Morgan, Olsen, Petrocchi and Wonder) will go to the Cafeteria to complete their CRLE and other homework. Students must bring their fully charged chromebook and headphones if available! Students will not go elsewhere in the building during their Cafeteria period.
IBWHS to support SW Hope Food Drive for Neighborhood House
SW Hope Food Drive to be extended after Spring Break
IBWHS is once again a Partner in Hope for the Neighborhood House annual SW Hope Community Food Drive. See their website for more information regarding the entire event that runs through April 6: https://nhpdx.org/sw-hope/
Our IBW PositiveCharge Club is taking the lead this year but will be partnering with other school clubs to help make the 2024 drive very successful. We have set our 2024 goal at 10,000 lbs of food (or the equivalent in dollars; $1 = 4 cans of food). We think 10,000lbs is very attainable with the help from the IBWHS Community!
Edit from Leanne Van Horn: I heard a presentation yesterday from a Neighborhood House Representative about SW Hope. Prior to the pandemic, Neighborhood House served around 3000 people per year. Last year they served 16,000! The need in our own neighborhood has grown immensely!
Our collection will run from February 23 -
- General collection of canned food and non perishable goods at IBWHS. Collection bins are located
at the front entrance of the school and in front of the gym
- Collection at our Home Track and Field Meet on 3/20.
- Collection of $ through a special account in SchoolPay https://pps.schoolpay.com/pay/for/SW-Hope-Food-Drive-for-Neighborhood-Hous/Sc6nTaD or use the QR code above.
Plus stay tuned for more...
NEWS FOR SENIORS
Seeking Commencement Speakers, deadline extended to sign up!
Seniors, interested in speaking at Commencement? We will have 1-2 student speakers at the ceremony and you can be one of them! Sign up has been extended until March 22nd to audition in early April (exact audition date TBD). Spring break is a great time to prepare your speech!
Please review the following Guidelines for Auditions before signing up in room 139 Questions? See Abby Menashe in room 139 or email amenashe@pps.net to sign up.
60 Day Rule begins April 1
Don’t take a chance on missing Commencement. The Rule states:
Seniors shall be disqualified from participation in commencement exercises and related activities if within 60 consecutive calendar days of the last senior school day they are found to be in violation of District Alcohol or Drug policy or any violation resulting in a three or more days of suspension or more serious disciplinary action
2024 IBW Senior Scholarship Applications are now open!
Please review the scholarship criteria and apply today! Scholarships are due April 15th!
All Scholarships open from March 15 - April 15th 2024
TO APPLY TO ANY SCHOLARSHIP JUST CLICK ON THE TITLE
YOU MAY APPLY TO ANY OR ALL!
Gifford Family Scholarship Application
This is a $3000 scholarship designated for a deserving Ida B. Wells High School graduate. Funding comes from Dr. Gifford, a local Hillsdale general dentist and the owner of Gifford Family Dentistry.
Eligibility:
- A graduating senior of Ida B Wells High School
- GPA minimum of 3.0
- Will attend a 2yr or 4yr public or private school, trade/apprenticeship program
- Completion of the FAFSA or ORSAA
- Participated in community service while a student at Ida B. Wells
Requirements:
Upload your resume with special attention to community service/work experience/family involvement and respond to the following questions (250 word limit): What are your specific educational plans and career goals and why? What inspires you to achieve them?
Richard Garfinkle & Debbie Caldwell Legacy Scholarship Application
This is a $1000 scholarship designated to a deserving Ida B. Wells High School senior. Funding comes from Dr. Judah Garfinkle, owner of Garfinkle Orthodontics. Dr. Garfinkle's parents inspired his passion for education and community service. He has established this scholarship in their honor, "to support these values in this community that we love."
Eligibility:
- A graduating senior of Ida B Wells High School
- GPA minimum of 3.0
- Will attend a 2yr or 4yr public or private school, trade/apprenticeship program
- Participated in community service while a student at Ida B. Wells
- Some need as identified on the FAFSA or ORSAA
Requirements:
Upload resume and response to the following statement: Describe your educational goals and the impact your community service experiences have had on you and those you have served.
Ida B. Wells Barnett Community Scholarship Application
We are excited to offer three - $2,000 scholarships to Ida B. Wells seniors. The funding for these awards comes from contributions by the Ida B. Wells Aspire program, counseling college and career department, local businesses and alums.
Eligibility:
- Graduating senior of Ida B. Wells High School
- Intention to attend a 2yr or 4yr public or private school or trade/apprenticeship program
- Completion of the FAFSA or ORSAA
Requirements:
Upload a resume with special attention to community service/work experience/family involvement and answer the following questions completely (200 word limit): Please describe a personal accomplishment and the strengths and skills you used to achieve it.
IBW PTA Scholarship Application
The PTA will award three graduating Ida B. Wells Seniors each a $2,000 scholarship to assist with minimizing the cost of continuing education. This may include advanced
study at a variety of educational institutions such as universities, colleges, seminaries,
institutes of technology, trade schools, and career colleges.
Eligibility:
Any graduating IBW Senior who has completed their FAFSA/ORSAA application
Requirements:
- Personal Essay (300-500 Words)
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- One from an IBW staff member
- One additional letter of recommendation from anyone else in your life (e.g., neighbor, coach, employer, etc.)
Andrea Patton Legacy Scholarship Application
Andrea Patton was a beloved English and Journalism teacher at Ida B. Wells who passed in 2022. In Andrea’s honor, her family and the Ida B. Wells community are offering 1 scholarship worth $2000 to an IBW senior. Ms. Patton was passionate about equality, liberation, and social justice. She believed in ethical and factual journalism as a pillar of democracy. She used her power and privilege to advocate for others. Accordingly, scholarship funds will be awarded to a student who embodies one or more of these qualities and who is passionate about social justice and practicing ethical journalism with integrity.
Eligibility:
- Graduating senior of Ida B. Wells High School
- Intention to attend a 2yr or 4yr public or private school or trade/apprenticeship program
- Completion of the FAFSA or ORSAA
Requirements:
Based on the statement above, please describe how you have embodied these characteristics in your life and how you plan to utilize them in the future. 500 word limit.
Grad Night
Have your purchased your tickets for Grad Night? Do not delay!! The link in SchoolPay can be found under the PTA in Non-Profits.
Personalized Learning Requirements
We still have a few seniors who have not completed all of their Personalized Learning Requirements that are needed to to graduate and the deadline to complete has passed. Please check in StudentVue to see if you have completed all of your Personalized Learning Requirements.
These are all required to be completed in order to graduate this spring.
My Plan Essay (Turned into your Senior English Teacher)
Follow the above links to complete these requirements, if you need help completing them please visit the College and Career Center ASAP!!
Spring Campus Clean Up
We are hosting our spring clean up with our community partners- Greater Portland Bible Church and the SW Trails on April 27th from 9-Noon! Bring your gloves, loppers, and other garden tools and meet on the front patio of the school on Saturday, April 27th. Greater Portland Bible Church will provide some morning snacks and our school will provide lunch for our volunteers!
ACADEMICS
Save the Date! Understanding the Rainforest Mind
Prom!
Lights, camera, ACTION! Get ready to step into the glitz and glamour of the Melody Ballroom at our celebrity-themed Prom: A Night in Hollywood! Get ready to strut down the red carpet from 7-10 pm on May 4, 2024. This isn't your ordinary prom – it's your chance to shine like a true Hollywood Star!
When purchasing tickets, please keep in mind the following:
Tickets: Student tickets will be available only on SchoolPay ($40) starting April 1 after Spring Break, and out-of-school guest tickets ($45) can be purchased in the main office with the Bookkeeper with cash, Credit Cards are preferred. Dates of guest sales to be released soon. Tickets are nonrefundable unless administrator approved.
Ticket sales are from April 1 to May 1 at 3:30 PM. Late tickets will not be sold, and no tickets will be sold at the door.
If you have questions about eligibility to purchase due to low school attendance, please contact your grade-level administrator.
Our capacity is 700. Last year, we had over 600 students purchase tickets. Tickets are first-come first-served. Once we hit capacity, ticket sales will fully close. If you have concerns or questions about affording the ticket costs, please contact Ms. Griffin (abgriffin@pps.net), Britni Locke, Emilee Refvem, or your counselor.
By purchasing a ticket, you agree to follow district student conduct during the event. If you attend the dance under the influence or bring any school-prohibited items to the venue, you will be removed from the venue, and will not be permitted to attend future school dances. Seniors, please keep in mind that this falls within the 60-day rule.
Only one ticket is permitted to be purchased through each Schoolpay account
If you have multiple students at IBW, you will need to purchase each ticket separately on their respective accounts. 9th and 10th graders may only attend and purchase tickets if invited by a junior or senior, and their tickets will be $45. They do not need to complete a guest pass.
Guests: Any guest tickets must be purchased in person after your guest pass has been approved
Signed guest passes must be turned into Room 139 by April 26, 2024.
Outfits: Don't let clothing be a barrier to your attendance at Prom this year! Ida B. Wells Prom Closet has a selection of donated dresses and suits outside room 143 starting on April 19th. If you can donate new or old formal clothing, please drop off any items at the main office starting on April 2nd to be included in our closet!
We are so excited to share the limelight with you at our 2024 prom! Please email the Activities Director, Ms. Griffin, at abgriffin@pps.net with any questions.
-IBWHS Leadership
Ida B. Wells Prom Closet Donations
As Prom season approaches, Ida B. Wells High School is once again having a donation drive for formal wear! We will begin accepting donations on April 2nd, and donations will end on April 19th. Please bring all donations to the main office. We want as many items as possible to make this prom season accessible for all!
We are looking for:
Old and new formal wear (dresses, pants, jackets, shirts)
All sizes are appreciated
All clothing must be cleaned before donating
All clothing will be displayed outside Room 143 during ticket sales for Prom!
New Club - Drone Club
A new club has been created, based around building and using a singular large drone named Rodan. Drones are the future of technology, and soon will be used in far more. Get ahead of them. So when someone asks you if you have technical experience you can tell them yes. Hope to see you there!
Host: Ms. Jeannie Redrejo, Oliver Doran Email: Odoran2296@student.pps.net
Room: 224.
Time: Wednesdays, during lunch.
Discord highly recommended, but not entirely required. At least 1 club attendance is required first for entry to Discord server.
Multicultural Week, April 15-19
Post 58 Field Trip
For the past 5 years, IBW has partnered with the youth mountaineering club, the Post 58, to provide and opportunity for some of our historically underserved youth an opportunity to snowshoe around the Timberline Lodge area. Friday, March 8th turned out to be a beautiful day for many of these students to have their first trip up to Mt. Hood. Thanks to all involved in making this happen.
From the College and Career Center
Summer and Scholarship Opportunity for 9th Grade Students
Portland Parks & Recreation is seeking 9th grade students for the EAGLE program. It includes summer employment as a caddie and scholarship opportunities. Students do not need to be golfers! The deadline for EAGLE program applications is May 3. For more information about the program and to apply, visit portland.gov/parks/sports/eagle. You can also contact PP&R Golf Program Manager Vincent Johnson at Vincent.Johnson@PortlandOregon.gov or 503-318-1432.
Firefighting Opportunity for Young Women
Are you a young woman between the ages of 16 and 22? Want to learn about a career in firefighting? Apply for the Portland Metro Fire Camp for women. https://www.portland.gov/fire/join/portland-metro-fire-camp
For full list of other Career and Job Opportunities: Click on this link
Ida B. Wells Poetry Slam
Come to the IBW Poetry Slam on Thursday, April 11 after school in the library to share an original piece of poetry or watch poets perform! Participants will be judged on the poem’s quality and performance. 1st prize $100, 2nd prize $50, 3rd prize $25. Audience members are welcome! Student volunteers are needed to help keep score and time. Contact Cassie Lanzas clanzas@pps.net in the library or the library homepage https://www.pps.net/domain/4251 for more information. A huge thank you to the IBW PTA for sponsoring our generous prizes for the IBW Poetry Slam.
The top two poets of the IBW Poetry Slam will compete at Verslandia, the citywide youth Poetry Slam, on Thursday April 25 at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall for a $1000 Grand Prize. Don’t miss this opportunity to share your poetry at the Schnitz! All PPS Students can attend Verselandia for free. Come cheer on the IBW poets!
IBW Athletics Weekly
To read this week's Athletics Weekly, click here: https://www.smore.com/n/48swv