Astro January Update #2
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Principal's Message
Dear Families,
Across the district, school playgrounds are open to the public. Our playground however is closed due to the construction that is happening. In fact, one of our playgrounds is in the process of being replaced. There is a lot happening around here with the construction. It is a very busy place. Some of the HVAC equipment has been installed and there are trenches being dug, too.
Our next supply pick-up will be on January 13th. Please stop by to pick up the materials your student needs. Supplies are available to pick up between 7:45 am and 6:00 pm.
Please reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns. We are here to help.
In partnership,
Jennifer Robbins
Upcoming Dates
Jan. 13 Supply Pick-up
Jan. 15 Double meal provided to students
Jan. 18 Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday (No school)
Jan. 19 Return-to-school planning update
Jan. 21 SPED Parent Partnership Meeting, 5:30pm
Jan. 21 PTA Meeting, 7:00 pm meet.google.com/mou-wrdc-sdx
Jan. 28 End of Semester 1
Jan. 29 No school, grade prep dayFeb. 1 No school, teacher prep day
Feb. 2 Return-to-school planning update
Information About Returning to In-Person Learning
For more information about Comprehensive Distance Learning, Washington County metrics and the HSD Board decision, please visit our 202-21 School Year website.
The next update will be on January 19th.
Parenting Tools Workshop
Our Pax Tools Parent Workshop is a parenting resource to reduce conflict and help kids manage their own behaviors. The demands being placed on our families right now is extreme. Needing to fill multiple roles in the midst of pandemic stressors, plus the demands for on-line education, is a tremendous amount of work and stress for families. Pax is a program used in our primary grades, so most students are familiar with the concepts and terms.
The families that attended the first training had very positive feedback. They found the information very practical with usable strategies. Here is a quote from one family member:
“I've been a mom for 17 years, and have spent that whole time trying to come up with tools like these. Mine are always too complicated and too hard to follow through on, and I would always put all my energy into creating them. The PAX tools are simple enough that I can actually use them, and the presentation and materials made it so I don't have to put much thought or energy into implementation. I also really loved hearing the science behind each tool.”
This program is very simple to use and it is free! It comes with a free kit of materials and the free app, Pax Tools, is a great resource as well. Pax Tools app and training is all based on extensive research and practical experience.
After the training, we will hold office hours for drop in questions and follow up, for anyone who is interested.
English:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X7Q1rAZBBcILFaypDg3gNof5uSlasqbsQdE5pp9wTc0/edit?usp=sharing
Spanish: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ql89CufxE8bx6MM2FGZ0AxBS7CcHfJv2H0nTtR913eQ/edit?usp=sharing
Ladd Acres Yearbook
Ladd Acres Families,
Please use the links below to upload pictures for our 2020-2021 yearbook. We are hoping to be able to recreate the class pages, which means we would love to have a head/shoulders shot of each student and staff member. Photos need to be from this school year. Photos should be of high resolution with at least 300 dpi. Photos taken off social media are usually reformatted with lower resolution and do not meet this requirement.
We will also be creating the extra pages in the yearbook with photos of distance learning, pets, essential workers, arts, athletics, etc. We hope that we are able to create a fun and unique yearbook for this unique year.
If you have any questions, please email Jessi at Yearbook@LaddAcresPTA.com.
Traditional Portrait Submission: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1g5KhnKuAVyHvLOtzbHBarnMSqJacffRsxZoBU0R070E/edit?usp=sharing
Other Yearbook Photos: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Dsl6Vje1tegFwrkDUyIyNUn0BoHQG_QBBqLiG-JiurY/edit?usp=sharing
Thanks,
Jessi Mottern
Ladd Acres PTA Yearbook Co-Chair
Construction Update
Construction is underway on our new gym and other projects. You can check out the progress on the gym construction site by clicking on the link to the webcam.
Our Astro Stars Website
Have you had the chance to check out our new community ASTRO website? If not, check it out here: https://sites.google.com/hsd.k12.or.us/our-astro-stars/home! This website is a fun space designed to help connect us all during comprehensive distance learning. Students can send a photo or video to share a new scientific discovery, short film, creative writing, art project, Covid- friendly adventures, book or game reviews, cooking/baking recipe, funny jokes, Lego creations, musical talents, pets, athletic talent, or something else that comes to mind. Submissions to the website must be sent to Teri Dunlop at dunlopt@hsd.k12.or.us.
Note: the website is only accessible through an HSD student account. Winter break is a great time to create something to share and don’t forget to check back frequently for new submissions! We can’t wait to see what you have to share!
In-district Transfer Priority Window
Please see the Boundaries and Transfers section of our website for more information or contact Marleen Zytniowski or Katie Russell-Willis at transfers@hsd.k12.or.us or 503-844-1771 with questions.
Information about COVID Testing and Flu Shots
Virtual Learning Support for Parents
Help Your Kids Engage in Virtual Learning - English
Ladd Acres PTA
If you haven't yet joined the PTA, there is still time. Membership information can be found on the website.
Ladd Acres Yearbook.
We are doing a yearbook this year.
We are hoping to be able to get a portrait of each student and staff member for the traditional yearbook pages. We have also created a google form for submitting other pictures to the yearbook. Thanks!
Traditional Portrait Submission: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1g5KhnKuAVyHvLOtzbHBarnMSqJacffRsxZoBU0R070E/edit?usp=sharing
Other Yearbook Photos: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Dsl6Vje1tegFwrkDUyIyNUn0BoHQG_QBBqLiG-JiurY/edit?usp=sharing
Easy ways to support Ladd Acres
- Fred Meyer Community Rewards
Nonprofit code is QY860 to support Ladd Acres PTA - Amazon Smile
Use Sora to Find Books to Read
Sora, the Student Reading App is available K-12!
We currently have over 700 ebook titles, and 94 audiobook titles for grades K - 12, in English and Spanish
Sora can be accessed through desktop computers or smart devices
A public library card can be added to Sora to expand your options
Sora is available for any person with an HSD account, including staff.
Users log in with their HSD username and password.
Sora Resources:
Instructions in Spanish - Instructions in English - Video tutorials - Request a title!
Support for Comprehensive Distance Learning
Being Successful While Working from Home
- Stick to a routine.
- Set realistic expectations of what you can accomplish
- Have a to-do list
See more tips and resources on the Wellness Newsletter that is attached.
Need some extra support? We're a team, reach out so we can help!
School Counseling Website: https://sites.google.com/hsd.k12.or.us/ladd-acres-school-counseling/home
Student Success Coach Website: https://sites.google.com/hsd.k12.or.us/sscresources/home
School Meals
School meals will be delivered by our school buses. Please use MyBus Student Route Look up to find your assigned stop and delivery time. You will use your student's school id number as the login and their birthdate (in MM/DD/YY format) as the password.
Resources
This is a list of a range of resources that are available in our community to support families.
Nurturing Hope - an online class focused on parenting strategies and child-centered activities. See registration information below.