Demo Family Memo: April 12, 2024
Weekly News from Jefferson High School MCAS
Jefferson High School-Mission
Message from the Principal
Demo Families,
Thanks to all the families who were able to attend this past weeks parent-teacher conferences. Its always good to have YOU engage with our teachers regarding your students progress. Please review this weeks letter!
Demos I Say!
Drake
We Are Staying!!!
Calendar
Monday– A Day
Tuesday– B DAY
Wednesday– A Day FLEX
Thursday– B Day FLEX
Friday– All 8 Day
The doors open on the KERBY St. SIDE daily at 8am. All students should enter on Kerby St when entering the school. We are unable to buzz students in on Commercial St.
Upcoming Events
April 18-20 JDs at the Newmark
April 19 "CONNECTED" A Jefferson Music Department Showcase
April 20 Saturday School. Link to Sign Up
April 27 Prom
April 25-May 4 PUFFS, a play by Matt Cox
May 1-2 JD2 Spring Showcase
June 2 Graduation, 1pm Providence Park
- Students will be provided 20 electronic tickets during the last week of May
Saturday School April 20
Jefferson Music Department Presents: CONNECTED April 19
Join us along with *many* special guests at 7pm on April 19th.
Robert Ford Memorial Auditorium-- ENTER ON KERBY St
Doors are at 6:30
PUFFS: Spring Theatre Performance
Jefferson Theatre presents: PUFFS by Matt Cox
April 25, 26, 27 and May 3rd at 7pm
May 4 Matinee at 2pm
Tickets are 10 dollars or pay what you will
Join us at the Alberta Abby, Saturday April 13th at 3pm
Prevention Rocks Event
McDaniel on Saturday 4/20 from 10-3
The event is focused on preventing youth substance use and is going to include workshops for youth and parents, a resource fair, raffle prizes, a llama photo booth, lunch and skateboarding with the PUSH Movement (recovery community through skateboarding) at Glenhaven Park. ALL FREE!!!
More info here!
Jefferson Dancers at The Newmark
Get ready to experience an exhilarating performance by the Jefferson Dancers, showcasing a diverse range of dance styles from classical ballet to modern, jazz, tap, hip-hop, and African dance. From graceful and fluid movements to high-energy and dynamic routines, the show features nine new works that will leave you in awe. And don't forget the student-choreographed piece that won top honors at the Regional High School Dance Festival in February!
JEFFERSON DANCERS 2024 SPRING CONCERT
Portland's Newmark Theatre
Thursday, April 18 and Friday, April 19 @ 7:30 P.M.
Saturday, April 20 @ 2:00 & 7:30 P.M.
Take advantage of the chance to see these extraordinary young performers in action. Get your tickets now!
Congratulations to our Student Poetry Slam Winners
Heart of Portland-- Art Showcase
Prom: Junior and Senior Attendance and Grade Policies
For any student who wishes to attend our Junior Senior Prom on April 27th, the following expectations have been put in place:
Seniors
Students need to have the following completed:
All personalized learning requirements (two CRLEs, My Plan Essay, and Resume)
Passing all of their graduation required classes, including Credit Recovery needed for graduation
All attending students:
Passing all current classes (see specific 12th grade requirements)
85% Attendance rate for the months of March 11 through April 19
No attendance Skip for the months of March 11 through April 19
No behavioral referrals
PPS drug and alcohol discipline policy will be enforced
Administration will enforce all policies. All appeals will go through the administrative team.
Kim Johns (9th/10th)
Garin Gregory (11th/12th)
Drake Shelton (Principal)
To contact our attendance line, please call 503-916-5180 option 2 or email jeffersonattend@pps.net
Senior 60 Day Rule
As the year winds down the seniors are well aware of the “60-day rule.” The 60-day rule states that: “seniors shall be disqualified from participation in commencement exercises and related activities (including prom, the senior walk and awards assembly, senior celebration, etc.) 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”. This year the 60 day rule comes into effect on Tuesday April 2nd.
Questions? Email Garin Gregory at ggregory@pps.net
School Based Health Clinic Information
Order now to insure that you will receive a 2023-2024 Yearbook. We have had our date pushed back, so you still have some time! Please order as soon as possible.
Parent Request for Teacher Meetings
I know there are times you as the parent/guardian need to meet with one of your student(s) teacher(s). Please remember the following:
- Teachers begin their contract day @ 8:15 AM
- Teachers end their contract day @ 3:45 PM
- Teachers meet with students after school most of the time between 3:30-3:45 PM
- Parent/Guardians must call or email the teacher directly to schedule a meeting
- If there is NO meeting scheduled when the parent/guardian arrives, the teacher might need to decline to meet, due to obligations elsewhere.
- Meetings MUST be confirmed ahead of time with the teacher, before a meeting can happen
Do Not Admit- Athletics/Event
Students on the Do Not Admit list will also be excluded from participating or “helping out”
at any event.
Students caught attending events while on the DNA list will have the duration extended through the rest of the season and/or face suspension.
Please review the information attached above, so you are aware of the information regarding our "DNA"
Parking Reminders for Students
We are seeing numbers of students parking in our staff lot, on the Kerby side of the school. Security has sent warnings to students, but will begin towing if the violations continue. Please make sure to have the conversation with your student, so they know we will begin enforcement, which will include towing of unauthorized vehicles
College and Career-- Upcoming Internship Opportunities
We welcomed Raven Womack to the Demo Team this month as our new Career Coordinator. He will be joing Nicole Dalton and Brittany Warren Tonkins in B12. Please see the new Career Coordinator newsletter here.
Counselor Corner
Do you or someone close to you need support with substance use? Click here to refer yourself or someone you care about to someone who can help. Information is kept confidential. It will not be shared with any school staff or administrators.
Your second semester schedule is set and available via studentvue. If you have a hole in your schedule, or a level misplacement please make an appointment with your counselor.
Thank you!
Sean Betker (he/him/his)
School Counselor
Maritza Mendez (she/her/ella)
School Counselor
Demo Athletics Week of April 12-20
Jefferson Athletics Information: Week of April 12th - April 20th
It is a great time to become a DEMO! We are currently accepting athletic participation registration for the following Spring Sports: Track and Field, Baseball, and Softball. Please go to FamilyID.com and create an account and sign up to participate. Jefferson High School FamilyID or type in www.familyid.com/organizations/jefferson-high-school-portland
Student-athletes must complete registration, have a valid physical on file, and be cleared by the Jefferson Athletic Office in order to participate in Spring Sports.
Track and Field - Coach Jordan Polk - jpolk@pps.net
Baseball - Coach Clarence Richmond - crichmond@pps.net
Softball - Coach Abby Hougham - ahougham@pps.net
Athletics Practice Schedule Week of 4/12/24 - 4/20/24
Baseball 3:45 PM - 5:45 PM Field/Gym
Softball 3:45 PM - 5:45 PM Field/Gym
Track and Field 3:45 PM - 5:30 PM Track
Out of Season Sports Workouts
Open Period : 4/9/24
Limited to a maximum of six hours each week per program, not per student (including open gyms).
Allows optional, fundamental skill development with an unlimited number of student-athletes. NO 8th graders or students from other schools may participate.
No competitions/games or tryouts permitted.
Upcoming Events: April 12th - April 20th
April 13th
Track and Field @ Sherwood Invitational 10:00am BL 8:30am
Baseball vs Roosevelt - 2 games 12:30pm and 2:20pm
April 15th
Softball @ Westview 5:00 pm ER 3:15 BL 3:30
Baseball vs Cleveland 4:30 pm ER 3:20
April 16h
Softball vs Wells @ Delta Park 3:45pm ER 2:30 BL 2:45
April 17th
Baseball vs North Salem 4:30 pm ER 3:20
April 18th
Baseball vs Grant 4:30 pm ER 3:20
Softball vs Grant @ Wilshire Park 4:30 pm ER 2:30 BL 2:45
April 20th
Track and Field @ Benson Tech Invitations (Cleveland HS) 10:00 am BL 8:30am
Jefferson High School Sports Expectations
Academic Eligibility
Academic requirements are as follows and students who fail to meet any of these requirements are not eligible to participate in sports. 1) student must have passed five classes the previous semester; 2) student must be enrolled and be passing five classes in the current semester; 3) student must be making satisfactory progress toward graduation by earning the minimum number of credits: 4.5 credits by the start of 10th grade, 10 credits by the start of 11th grade, 17 credits by the start of 12th grade. In addition, students must have earned the following GPA the previous quarter: 2.0 with no F's or 2.5 with one F. Students who do not meet this requirement may register and participate but will be placed on academic probation for the current quarter and must attend study sessions.
Attendance/Athletic Eligibility
A Student/Athlete must attend school for the entire day of that practice/game day.
Day of:
1 or more Unexcused classes: LAT, CUT, or ABSENT - Student/Athlete will not be allowed to participate that day.
>2 Excused classes - Student/Athlete will not be allowed to participate that day and will be directed to the Athletic Director.
Prearranged Absences will be addressed on a case by case basis.
How to Excuse an Absence
As a parent or guardian, you have several options to excuse your student's attendance:
Call 503-916-5180 Option 2 (please leave a message if it goes to voicemail); The office checks voicemail for the last time at 3:30 daily
Email JeffersonAttend@pps.net
Send a note with your student
If you student has a medical appointment, have reception print them out an attendance note
Excuse all day absences on ParentVue
As a student:
Check your attendance in StudentVue often during the day, if you believe your attendance is incorrect, check with your classroom teachers first and have them email the office if you need a correction.
If you are going to an appointment, have the desk reception folks at the appointment print you out an attendance note and turn it into the office.
Ask your parent/guardian to call the office and leave a message to excuse any absences
Students may not excuse their own attendance, even if the student is 18 years old
Jefferson High School Spectator Expectations: It is of the utmost importance that we conduct with the highest level of Sportsmanship towards visiting schools, athletes, fans, and officials. The PIL is seeking to provide the best experience possible for everyone that attends our Athletic Contests. What makes these events fun and enriches those participating is when all of us do our part regardless of the outcome. Should any concerns arise, please seek out event workers, administration, or security personnel to help resolve any concerns. We appreciate your support in advance when attending Athletic Events.
OSAA Expectations -
All cheers, comments and actions shall be in direct support of one’s team. No cheers, comments or actions shall be directed at one’s opponent or at contest officials. Some examples of unacceptable conduct include but are not limited to disrespecting players by name, number or position; negative cheers or chants; throwing objects on the playing surface; use of derogatory or racially explicit language; discriminatory harassment or conduct that creates a hostile environment that is disruptive to the educational environment.
Looking forward to seeing you in the stands this year.
Demos I Say!
Resources for Students and Families
Multnomah County Crisis Services
Multnomah County Call Center/Crisis Line: (503) 988-4888 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
Urgent Walk-In Clinic 4212 SE Division (503) 963-2575 (Like Zoom Care for Mental Health)
DAILY 7am-10:30pm - insurance not a barrier
Racial Equity Support Line (503) 575-3764 Experiencing racism harms our mental health. M-F, 10am-7pm.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 24 hours a day 7 days a week
English: 1 (800) 273-8255
Spanish: 1 (800) 628-9454
Oregon Youthline: for youth to connect with other youth
Text: Teen2Teen to 839863 to instantly text with another person
Trevor Project: supporting LGBTQiA+ youth
Text START to 678678 or TrevorLifeLine 1(866) 488-7386
Counselors:
Maritza Mendez
Last Names A-JSean Betker
Last Names K-Z
(971)231-9316 (call or text)
School Information-- Bus Passes, Attendance, Chromebooks and More
ATTENDANCE
As a parent or guardian, you have several options to excuse your student's attendance:
- Call 503-916-5180 Option 2 (please leave a message if it goes to voicemail); The office checks voicemail for the last time at 3:30 daily
- Email JeffersonAttend@pps.net
- Send a note with your student
- If you student has a medical appointment, have reception print them out an attendance note
- Excuse all day absences on ParentVue
As a student:
- Check your attendance in StudentVue often during the day, if you believe your attendance is incorrect, check with your classroom teachers first and have them email the office if you need a correction.
- If you are going to an appointment, have the desk reception folks at the appointment print you out an attendance note and turn it into the office.
- Ask your parent/guardian to call the office and leave a message to excuse any absences
- Students may not excuse their own attendance, even if the student is 18 years old
Chromebooks
We do not currently have loaner chromebooks to hand out to students when they forget theirs at home, so please remind your student to bring their assigned chromebook to school daily.
Download Trivory for Daily Bell Schedules and Information
Free Breakfast and Lunch for Students
Free Breakfast and Lunch for Jefferson Students
All Jefferson students will receive the option of FREE breakfast and lunch this year under the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP).
For more information, please check the Nutrition Services page.
ATTENDANCE
- There are several way to excuse your student’s attendance:
Leave a message on our Attendance Line! 503-916-5180
Email JeffersonAttend@pps.net
Send your student with a note
For all day Attendance, excuse it using Parentvue!
SUN School and SEI
After school Programing @SEI Center Monday & Wednesday 4pm-7pm transportation provided. Programming will begin in the beginning of October.
After school SUN SCHOOL Programing Tuesdays and Thursdays at Jefferson. Look for program opportunities soon. matalasil@selfenhancement.org for more info
Jefferson High School Middle College for Advanced Studies
Email: mfrantz@pps.net
Website: pps.net/jefferson
Location: 5210 North Kerby Avenue, Portland, OR, USA
Phone: 503-916-5180