Astro March 2024 Update #2
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Principal's Message
Dear Families,
There are a couple of updates for the end of March. I hope everyone has a safe and fun spring break.
In partnership,
Jennifer Robbins
Upcoming Dates
March 25-29 - No School, Spring Break
April 12 - No school, Teacher Work Day
April 18th - 3rd and 4th grade music concert*
May 9th - 5th and 6th grade music concert*
*Music concerts are in the gym at Ladd Acres. Students need to arrive by 5:15. The concert starts at 5:30.
2023-24 Calendar (PDF)
Lost and Found
The lost and found items will be in the lobby or in front of the school on Monday and Tuesday. Please come by if you are missing something. All items that are not claimed by March 22nd will be donated to charity.
Parenting Resources
Parenting and Mental Health Event (FREE)
Washington County NAMI is hosting a FREE workshop on kid’s mental health - Parenting & Mental Health: How to support our kids, what to look out for, and what resources are available.
When: Saturday April 6, 10am-2pm
Where: Brookwood Library
Please share the event details and registration information below Parenting and Mental Health / Taller para Padres Sobre la Salud - Hillsboro
Parent Engagement Night at Centro Cultural
Maritza Carranaz, one of our fabulous Substance Use counselors, will be presenting at Centro Cultural on April 5th from 6-8pm as part of a 2-part event called Noche de Padres. Part 1 topics are substance use and harm reduction.
Questions? Contact Martiza at carranz@hsd.k12.or.us
Free Parenting Class for Collaborative Problem Solving, some classes are available specific for families experiencing Autism or DD.
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/collaborative-problem-solving-for-oregon-parents-167339
Collaborative Problem Solving for Oregon Parents
Collaborative Problem Solving classes offered through The Child Center Subscribe to be notified of new events! Your Eventbrite ticket is the first step of registration! Follow the instructions in your confirmation email to complete your registration!
OEA Free Podcast: Collaborative Problem Solving
Collaborative Problem Solving | OEA Grow
Joyce’s guest in this episode is Suzi Spencer, alternative high school teacher in Salem. Collaborative problem solving has been used in Suzi’s school for the last few years. Suzi defines collaborative problem solving as a situation where all involved parties are asked for their perspective, all perspectives are honored, and the parties come up with solutions together. Collaborative problem solving is proactive instead of reactive and in a school setting, seeks to avoid punishment. It can also be used in adult relationships, as it works with all ages. Suzi describes the three steps involved: empathy, define the problem, and invitation. This last step is where the parties generate realistic solutions together. Suzi also explains the power of focusing on the problem, not the person. Resources: The Explosive Child - Dr. Ross Greene Lost at School - Dr. Ross Greene Learn more about the OEA Mediation Network
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Registration for 2024-25 is now open!
In order for your child’s registration to be complete, he/she must be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2024, and the following information must be completed:
□ School registration form/or on-line registration for those new to HSD https://www.hsd.k12.or.us/Page/6083
□ Immunization form
□ Home Language Survey
□ Digital Resources Permission Form
□ Dental Screening Certification
□ Proof of age/name (any one from the following list)
· (preferred) Original or certified copy of birth certificate
· Current passport or Alien registration card.
· Immigration or naturalization documents
· An adoption decree or adoption certificate issued by a court of record
· A Certificado de Matricula Consular (Mexican Consulate ID card)
· hospital or baptismal record
· Proofs of identity include court papers or court orders, such as legal name changes, issued by court of record.
□ Proof of Address
Oregon state law requires all students 7 and younger to have documentation of vision screening within the first 120 days of school. HSD will provide that screening for all kinders; if you have had your child screened previously, check with the office for a certification form.
Our office will be closed for summer break beginning June 24. In order for us to plan for the number of students who will make up our classes, we need your registration as soon as possible and hopefully by June 10. The office will reopen mid- August.
If you know of other families with children of kindergarten age who need to register, please encourage them to call or come into our school.
Payment and Donation Website
Webstore Link for Donations/Payments
Directions
Click select school link on left hand side and select Hillsboro School District
Click make a donation
Click elementary school donation
Select Ladd acres on Elementary Schools Drop down.
Type K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th or 6th grade field trip (whatever applies) as purpose of donation.
Type parent name
Type parent email address
Type in the amount and add to cart
Hit view cart
Click Check out
Enter email address and click OK
Enter payment information
Click Pay Now
Ladd Acres is a Fragrance Free School
Please be courteous and not wear or send your students wearing colognes, perfumes or other scents. Colognes/Perfumes/scents, can cause sniffling, dizziness, headaches, nausea and breathing problems for many students/staff members.. Many staff and students have health conditions (asthma, migraines ) that can be triggered by fragrances. NOT using fragrances at Ladd creates a healthier environment for everyone. Thank you!
Student Chromebooks
Student / Guardian Tech Support Sites
https://sites.google.com/hsd.k12.or.us/student-tech-help/
https://sites.google.com/hsd.k12.or.us/ayuda-tecnica-estudiante
Guardian Information
FilteringAt Home Recommendations
- Charging chromebook outside of bedroom
- Late night use
- Usage at home
- Internet safety resources
Mental Health Crisis Line
If you or someone you know is suicidal or in emotional distress, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Trained crisis workers are available to talk 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Your confidential and toll-free call goes to the nearest crisis center in the Lifeline national network. These centers provide crisis counseling and mental health referrals.
Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org
Ladd Acres PTA
Ladd Acres is a GREAT school because of YOU! The Ladd Acres PTA adds so much to the school- supports Ladd Acres Staff, provides school enrichment, sponsors events, and engages the community!
Parent involvement is crucial to our community. You do not need to be a Member to come to PTA Meetings or Events, but we always appreciate your time and energy.
Join our PTA online at: www.laddacrespta.com/membership
Easy ways to support Ladd Acres
- Fred Meyer Community Rewards
Nonprofit code is QY860 to support Ladd Acres PTA - Amazon Smile
Resources
This is a list of a range of resources that are available in our community to support families.
About Us
Email: ansariC@hsd.k12.or.us
Website: https://www.hsd.k12.or.us/laddacres
Location: 2425 Southeast Cornelius Pass Road, Hillsboro, OR, USA
Phone: 503-844-1300
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ladd.acres.98
Twitter: @LaddAcres