WLWV Community Update
May 18, 2021
Budget Committee Approves 2021-22 Budget
Budget Committee members spent the first part of May analyzing the proposed budget, submitting questions and comments to the District's Business Office ahead of the May 17 meeting. Budget Committee members asked follow-up questions during the May 17 meeting during deliberation before approving the proposed 2021-22 Budget.
The 2021-22 Budget was created based on a $9.3 billion State School Fund biennium. While an increase from the past biennium, it is not enough to accommodate "roll up" costs to maintain current programs and personnel, including payroll increases, increases in PACE insurance due to COVID-19 risks, and increases to PERS (Public Employee Retirement System). Interested community members can review the proposed budget and learn more about the budget landscape by watching the District's 2021-22 Budget Information Video.
The approved budget now goes to the School Board for formal adoption at the June 7 School Board Meeting.
Free QPR Suicide Prevention Training Available for Interested Community Members
QPR: Question, Persuade, Refer — QPR is evidence-based suicide prevention training which gives you the skills to notice when someone is struggling with their mental health, talk with them and refer them to the appropriate supports. QPR Training is a little like CPR Training. Just like you don't need to be a licensed paramedic to administer CPR, you don't have to be a licensed counselor to help a person who is thinking about suicide. QPR Training is given by West Linn-Wilsonville Social Workers.
APPOINTMENTS STILL AVAILABLE! FREE COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic on May 22 at Wood Middle School
In partnership with Clackamas County Public Health and GetAFluShot.com, the West Linn-Wilsonville School District will host a FREE COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic on Saturday, May 22 at Wood Middle School. The Clinic is open to EVERYONE in the community with appointments available between 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The District will host a second clinic on June 12.
To learn more about this opportunity, and to sign up for a vaccination appointment, please visit the district website.
Keep Informed on Bond Project Progress
Community members are also encouraged to sign up for project updates by signing up for Capital Bond Project ListServs.
Register for Preschool in the West Linn-Wilsonville School District Next School Year!
The West Linn-Wilsonville School District is excited to offer preschool at seven WLWV primary schools again next school year (2021-22). The program is tuition-based and parents must provide transportation. Families can register today by visiting the district website. Families who have already pre-registered will be contacted by their school in the coming weeks.
Benefits of enrolling in your neighborhood preschool, or any WLWV school, are many. WLWV Preschools help young learners to:
- Develop curiosity and an eagerness for learning
- Understand and feel good about themselves
- Expand the world they live in
- Communicate with others in many ways
- Do things independently and learn to work with others
- Develop good work habits and attitudes
- Listen and follow directions
- Develop muscles, senses, and coordination\
- Handle their feelings as well as the feelings of others
- Develop literacy skills and number concepts
Learn more by visiting the district website!
This year's Safe Routes to School Contest theme is: "Why I walk, Bike or Roll" — Is it health, climate, community, fun, other?
Who: K-8 kids from any Clackamas school
When: Submissions accepted until June 1, 2021
Type of Artwork: Hand drawn or digitally created originals on 8 ½ x 11 paper using pencils,
crayons, pens or paint
How to Enter: Email art to nperry@clackamas.us or scotthoe@clackamas.us. You can also mail or drop off original hard copy at Clackamas County, 150 Beavercreek, 3rd Floor Engineering, Oregon City, 97045. Please include name and contact information on art.
Awards: Awards will be given out in three age groups: K-2, 3-5 and 6-8.
- $100 gift card for 1st place
- $50 gift card for 2nd place
- $25 gift card for 3rd place
Arts Alliance Display: Winners will be featured through the Clackamas County Arts Alliance Exhibit program at a public building!
Complete Rules / Questions: Visit the Clackamas SRTS webpage www.clackamas.us/engineering/srts. Or contact Nicole Perry, Clackamas
County SRTS Coordinator, 503-318-2489, nicoleperry@thestreettrust.org
Staff, Superintendent, and School Board Collectively Make Commitment to 5 Day, Fully In-Person Learning for 2021-22 School Year
During the May 3 School Board Meeting, Superintendent Dr. Kathy Ludwig outlined the district's shared commitment to starting the 2021-22 school year with all students attending in-person five full days per week. The District has already begun the hiring process for the 2021-22 school year, and schools are well into the class placement and course selection process for the fall.
The District's plans for the fall full return to in-person learning is contingent on guidance and requirements from the Oregon Department of Education and Oregon Health Authority.
2021-22 School Options
Students enrolled in the district will have TWO learning options during the 2021-22 School Year:
- Option One: Attend Neighborhood School Fully In-Person, Everyday
We look forward to beginning the new school year with our students fully on-site, every day, for their learning experience. With the recently changed safety protocol of physical distancing (3 feet) by the Oregon Health Authority, all WLWV schools will begin the 2021-2022 school year with five, full days of in-person instruction typical of past years. Students who choose this option can expect a “normal” model of on-site learning.
Optional Blended Learning Courses, G. 9 - 12
We have learned a great deal this year about how a successful format of remote learning can benefit many students. Therefore, we plan to offer several courses in a Blended Learning format (remote and in-person learning) for interested high school students, next year and beyond. Students will have the option to take 1-2 courses online taught by a WLWV teacher, in selected subject areas, while still enrolled in their other courses on-site. Blended Learning courses may vary in their set up. Some may be more structured for whole class participation, occasional on-site labs or check-ins with aligned course pacing. Other classes may be less structured, more individualized, and students will determine their own pace towards completion of their course. Students taking a Blended Learning course can expect to engage in some learning in-person at school and some learning remotely. Students/families can view the Blended Learning options offered at their school when they work with their school on “forecasting” for next year.
- Option Two: Enroll in WLWV K12 Online Academy (WKOA) - Grades K-12
For the 2021-2022 school year, the District will continue offering a fully online, remote learning option for students who reside in the district. The online academy will continue to utilize the K12 Stride (formerly FuelEd) digital curriculum for academic content.
The structure of WKOA (formerly called WKOP) will be set up differently than it was during the pandemic. A WLWV teacher will still be assigned to each student/family to assist with creating a learning plan, maintain connection to school and activities, and assist with any technical or academic concerns.
However, the teacher will not have daily contact with the student or provide regular direct instruction. Instead, the parent/guardian will be the student’s main learning coach as the student progresses through the K12 Stride online curriculum. Because we anticipate a much smaller enrollment in this program/academy next year, it is likely that a WLWV teacher will be assigned to students in multiple grade levels across multiple schools.
Because students will still be enrolled in their neighborhood school, WKOA students will continue to receive support from our Special Education and English Language Development departments for any specialized instruction needs. WKOA students will continue to have access to all activities, athletics, clubs, meal service and learning labs offered at their home school. Visit our WKOA website for more information about the program.
The Two Learning Options for 2021-2022 School Year visual may be helpful to use when determining a family’s plans for enrollment next year.
We continue to enjoy serving you and your child(ren) this school year and look forward to starting our new school year with great eagerness and a renewal of our community being together.
Leading Forward Together,
Kathy Ludwig, Superintendent
Important Reminders for Wearing Masks
Face coverings are required at all times while on school campuses. This includes outdoors and when using any West Linn-Wilsonville facility.
Here are some helpful tips for making sure your student is wearing their facemask properly. If your student cannot wear a face covering for medical reasons, please contact your principal prior to the transition to hybrid learning.
We're Hiring! Apply Now!
To see job postings in the school district, please visit our website: https://www.wlwv.k12.or.us/Page/167.
Upcoming Events
June 7 — Regular School Board Meeting: The West Linn-Wilsonville School Board will hold a public meeting on Monday, June 7, beginning at 6 p.m. Interested community members are invited to join virtually.
Rapid Resources
About West Linn-Wilsonville
Email: kilstroa@wlwv.k12.or.us
Website: https://www.wlwv.k12.or.us
Location: 22210 Southwest Stafford Road, Tualatin, OR, USA
Phone: 503-673-7012
Facebook: facebook.com/wlwvschools
Twitter: @wlwvdistrict