Dear Families,

The kindergarteners and I are still keeping our fingers crossed for snow. There is a magical feeling when everything is covered in soft fluffy snow. However, that can also mean changes to our school schedule. Information about school on snow days is included below.

The teachers and I have been discussing school celebrations, focusing on the the why and how we celebrate as a community. The next holiday we have traditionally celebrated in school is Valentine's Day. We discussed that romantic love is not applicable or developmentally appropriate for elementary school. However we do believe celebrating friendship on February 14th aligns with our mission and vision. Grade levels will be celebrating with different activities highlighting friendship. Some grades might ask for volunteers, snacks or donations depending on the activities they have planned. There are a few things to note: First, students can bring cards from home if they choose. If students bring cards for their friends they need to include their whole class. Second, we are asking all students not to bring candy or include candy with their cards. It will be an enjoyable day celebrating friendship and our community.

If you have any questions, please call or stop by. Office hours are 8:00-4:00, Monday-Friday.

We have progress! The swing project is taking longer than expected. Here is a picture of the progress.

Students in Makerspace are learning about circuits. Students are using conductive dough (Play Doh) and non-conductive dough during this exploration. Thanks to everyone who made conductive dough!

Now we need some insulating dough. If you enjoyed making conductive dough, or you missed out and want to get in on the fun, check out the recipe below. Please make insulting dough white so students know which dough is which.

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2640/3158/files/Making-Insulating-Dough.pdf?16645678393520892946

Thank you for all your support of Makerspace. If you have any questions, please email Geralyn_ingalls@beaverton.k12.or.us

School closure or delayed start decisions will typically be communicated to media outlets and posted on the District website, ParentSquare, and social media by 5:30 a.m.

We encourage families to make transportation and attendance decisions for their children based on their own assessment of travel conditions at their locations.

When schools OPEN on time, and buses are on snow routes:

• All schools operate on regular daily schedules.
• There's no bus service for Bonny Slope, Nancy Ryles and Sato Elementary Schools.
• Terra Nova program is canceled all day.
• If the weather forecast calls for declining weather conditions throughout the day, the district will implement snow routes for afternoon dismissal.
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When schools open on a 2-hour delay, and buses are on snow routes:

• All schools will open two hours later than regularly scheduled.
• The following classes/programs are canceled:
  • Morning Early Intervention
  • Morning Preschool classes
  • Morning Health Careers & Automotive Technology program
• Terra Nova program is canceled all day.
• There's no bus service for Bonny Slope, Nancy Ryles and Sato Elementary Schools.
• There's no bus service for McKinney-Vento students living outside of the district.

When weather conditions necessitate an early dismissal/closure of schools:

• Families should refer to the district website, ParentSquare, social media and local media for updates.
• All daytime and evening activities/events are canceled.

When all district schools and facilities are closed:

• All daytime and evening activities/events are canceled.

Volunteering information: https://www.beaverton.k12.or.us/departments/communications-community-involvement/volunteer

To visit the building during student hours 8:15-3:05 you need to have a volunteer background check and be registered as a volunteer in Better Impact. I would encourage you to register now to prevent any delay before the special event. Once you register with Better Impact, if you log in once a year you will be set to volunteer for the duration of your child's school career.

Fridays are School Spirit Days! Your child can wear Sparky gear, or black and red to join in the fun.

Be sure to see all the upcoming excitement in the latest edition of the PTC's Sparky Scoop.

https://www.sextonmountainptc.org/sparkys-scoop

Interested in getting more involved or learning more about what is happening at Sexton Mountain? Join us for a PTC meeting on January 24 at 6:30 pm. We'll be in the school library (and online!).

January 20: PTC Movie Night in the cafeteria @ 5:45pm

January 24: PTC Meeting @ 6:30 pm

February 3: Grading Day - No School

February 10: Report cards available on ParentVue

February 14: Friendship Day (Oregon's birthday!)

February 20: President's Day - School Closed

February 21: Staff Development Day - No School

Email: cherie_reese@beaverton.k12.or.us
Website: https://sextonmountain.beaverton.k12.or.us/
Location: 1545 Southwest Sexton Mountain Drive, Beaverton, OR, USA
Phone: 503-356-2470