Kellogg ROAR

Family Newsletter - March 17th, 2023

Counselor Corner

This week counselors joined students in their science classes and led a lesson on navigating changes both expected like transitioning grades or schools and the unexpected changes that life springs on us.


ATTENTION 8th grade families:Registration for LEAP into 9th grade is open. Connect with the 8th grade counselor if you would like to register your student.


Leap into 9th Grade will prepare students to excel in high school and get a head start in working with their new teachers and peers in the summer. The curriculum includes growth mindset, math concepts, career exploration, and high school readiness skills. Students will earn a 0.5 high school elective credit upon successful completion of the program.

Program Dates & Times:

Mon-Fri, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm

June 26 - July 14: Cleveland, Lincoln, Ida B. Wells

July 17 - August 4: Benson, Franklin, Grant, Jefferson, McDaniel, Roosevelt,

SOCIAL MEDIA - Incidents

Kellogg Families,


We have seen an increase in incidents that stem from social media interactions whether they happen after school hours or during. This is part of our new reality and if any disagreements or conflict spills into the school day and is disruptive, we do work with kids and families.


Recently we have had incidents where students share their login information for whatever reason. As you can imagine, this is not the best thing to do.


Please make sure to review expectations around social media accounts and online activity. In a world of screenshots, group chats and more, this form of communication has become more complicated.

SUN

Spring SUN classes will run April 11-May 19th.

SUN class selection sheets will be available to students through their homerooms and in the main office beginning on Friday March 10th.

SUN class selection sheets are due March 20th.

**Late class selection sheets will result in an automatic WaitList position


Kellogg SUN will be partnering with StreetSoccerUSA in the Spring term to form a Middle School Soccer League with Reynolds Middle School. Students enrolled in Soccer during Spring SUN will be invited to participate in 2 weekend tournaments. Students will enroll in Soccer through the Spring SUN class selection sheet to participate in this opportunity.

PTSA

Announcements:

  • Bottle Drop: Now you can support Kellogg Student Council events and projects when you recycle your cans and bottles with Bottle Drop. Pre-labeled Blue Bags will be available at the Kellogg front office soon and we will be handing them out at upcoming Kellogg events. Simply collect your cans and bottles in the Kellogg-labeled bag and return them at any participating location.

  • PTSA Board Positions Open for 2023-24 School Year: the positions of president, vice president, treasurer and secretary will all be available for next school year and must be elected by the end of this school year in order for the PTSA to continue. PTSA board positions are a great way to get involved and support the Kellogg community. Please contact us with any questions! kelloggmsptsa@gmail.com


Upcoming General PTSA Meetings:

All meetings are 6:30pm-8pm and will return to hybrid meetings – in-person at the Kellogg Library as well as virtual via Zoom for the rest of the school year: Zoom Link

  • Tuesday, April 18

  • Tuesday, May 16

  • Tuesday, June 6


Please contact us at kelloggmsptsa@gmail.com with questions or suggestions.


Important Dates

April -

Week of March 8th grade Science testing

21 and 22 Spring Play

May -

OSAS testing Math and Reading

11th - Latino Night (DLI sponsored)

25 or 26 - REAP fundraiser

June -

9th - 8th grade promotion ceremony - McDaniel

Field Day

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Transportation

Kellogg Specific Routes can be found HERE


Eligibility Search
Use this link to determine if you are eligible for big bus transportation services.


To request a bus stop be added, please contact our office at 503-916-5707, Please be aware that stop requests may take up to three weeks to process.

Reporting sites for harassment, safety threats or other unsafe acts

Title IX for PPS Title IX / Title IX - Resources for Students and Parents (pps.net)

Safe Oregon Report a Tip | Safe Oregon

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