South Meadows Parent News
August 27, 2018
Parent News
Each newsletter will include upcoming events and information about our school and its various programs. Welcome to a new school year!
Principal Mendez
Dates to remember
August 30th- Back to school Night 5:00-7:00
September 4th-7th graders' first day (no backpacks today)
September 5th-8th graders' first day
September 11th-Pictures
Attendance
- Students can still fall behind if they miss just a day or two days every few weeks.
- Absences can affect the whole classroom if the teacher has to slow down learning to help children catch up.
Attending school regularly helps children feel better about school—and themselves. Start building this habit so they learn that going to school on time, every day is important. Good attendance will help children do well in high school, college, and at work.
Cellphones
This school year we will be making some changes for cell phone usage. Students may bring their cell phones to school but will be required to have them off and placed out of sight. Below is the policy for cell phone usage for all Hillsboro School District middle schools. Please review this policy with your student prior to the start of the school year.
Electronic devices are prohibited during academic school hours (8:45 a.m. - 3:15 p.m). These items include but are not limited to cell phones, iPods, speakers and all other communication or auditory devices. Social media/picture access is not permitted. Cell phones and headphones/earbuds should be off and away out of sight during the academic school day. Students are strongly advised to leave electronic sound and communication devices at home. 1st Offense: Student will be directed to take their phone to the office and can pick it up at the end of the day. 2ndOffense: Parent pick up of the phone will be required. The school is not responsible for the loss or theft of any electronic equipment.
Use of communication devices outside of school for disruptive or illicit purposes that impacts our school learning environment is not permitted and disciplinary action may be taken. Use of cameras or cell phones with cameras is forbidden in locker rooms and bathrooms and should not be used on campus.
Parents needing to reach a student should call the main office. The office will contact the student immediately. A phone in the main office is available for students to contact their parents in the case of an emergency. Parents, please do not text or call students on their cell phones during the school day and do not expect text responses from your student. Again, please call the main office to communicate urgent information.
Students with electronic devices embedded within an IEP or as part of a medical plan may use them as directed by their plans.
Our goal is to provide your student with a positive school environment. Thank you in advance for your help with this new policy.
Information
SERVICES OFFERED FOR TALENTED AND GIFTED (TAG) STUDENTS
Parents are welcome to refer their child for services designed for students identified as talented and gifted. Students who score at or above the 97th percentile on a nationally standardized, norm-referenced test of overall reading or math or on a mental abilities test, and have other confirming evidence that they learn at a rapid rate and advanced level, are identified as TAG students. With parent input, individual plans are made to adjust the rate and level of the student’s instruction to meet his or her specific needs.
If you think your child may qualify for TAG services, and want information about the referral and identification process, please contact Jenae Gregory: gregoryj@hsd.k12.or.us.
South Meadows Students… ARE YOU INTERESTED IN COLLEGE?
TRIO can HELP!
How can TRIO TS help you? TRIO TS can help you with academic advising, college admissions, financial aid and/or career counseling. The program advisor will meet with you to develop an educational plan and assist you in identifying goals. As a participant you will be able to attend field trips to colleges and universities, participate in workshops and cultural activities, and explore possible career options. TRIO TS is a fun, informative and rewarding program!
How do you join TRIO TS? A student can apply to participate in Talent Search if he/she: Attends one of our Target schools · Has and maintains a minimum 2.00 cumulative GPA · Has parents or legal guardians who did not graduate from a four-year college or university (2/3 of our students need to meet this criteria) · Meets low-income eligibility guidelines as determined by the Federal Office of TRIO Programs (2/3 of our students need to meet this criteria) · Is a citizen or permanent resident of the United States *Must fill-out and turn-in a completed application to be considered for the program.
Go to:http://www.pcc.edu/triots to learn more, and get an application. Applications are also available at South Meadows in the main office! Complete applications can be returned to the office.
Mary Mendez, Principal
Email: mendezm@hsd.k12.or.us
Website: http://schools.hsd.k12.or.us/southmeadows
Location: 4690 SE Davis Rd, Hillsboro, OR, United States
Phone: 503-844-1220
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/874310209328004/