 CALENDAR
3/11, 3/12
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Pastini Pastathon
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3/14
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5pm
6:10pm |
Music Program -
Kindergarten
5th grade
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3/19
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6:30 - 7:30pm
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Community Meeting
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3/22
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Spirit Day - favorite color
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SPRING BREAK
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 LUNCH MENU
Get the full month's lunch schedule on the school website
Tuesday - Turkey Hotdog, Broccoli Slaw
Wednesday - Cheese Ravioli, Garbanzo Bean Salad
Thursday - Pizza Day, Italian Deli Sandwich
Friday - Cheese Enchiladas
Monday - Three Bean Chili
Hummus and pita Mondays. PB&J Tues-Fri. Yogurt and granola every day. Lunch includes one entrée, milk, unlimited fruits & vegetables.
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Pastini Pastathon - Monday & Tuesday
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Advocacy for Education Funding!
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On Wednesday March 13, from 4-6pm people across the state will be participating in an action to get the word out about the inadequacy of the currently proposed state education budget. Teachers could really use the support of parents to ensure stable and adequate funding for our students across the state.
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Join Oregon's educators and display a pro-education banner on a freeway overpass.
Planned locations for the Portland area include:
Terwilliger Blvd at I-5
SW Corbett Ave (exit 298) at I-5
Gibbs Street Pedestrian Bridge at I-5
Burnside Bridge (near the river) at I-5
Broadway/Weidler at I-5
Skidmore Overpass at I-5
Alberta Overpass at I-5
Killingsworth Overpass (North Portland) at I-5
Ainsworth Overpass at I-5
Rosa Parks Overpass at I-5
Lombard Overpass at I-5
82nd at I-84, MAX
60th at I-84, MAX
NE Cesar E Chavez Blvd and I-84
RSVP here if you can make it to one of these locations!
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Auction Update!
From Auction HQ, we are happy to report a stellar time was had at the first of many Auction Sign-Up Parties this weekend. The Kindergarten Teachers' "Kindergartners Go Bowling!" party at Kingpins was a super fun time!
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Sign-Up Parties were a special focus with the auction this year. The
committee wanted to increase the number and options to allow our
community more opportunities to engage and celebrate with one another.
A whopping 29 parties and experiences will be occurring over the next 6
months. What a great way to enjoy our time together and raise funds for
our school!
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A handful of the experiences have available slots, so check them out at the Auction Website. Also, a full list of party dates/times/locations can be found at supportabernethy.org.
We are ecstatic to report that 32 Teacher/Staff Sponsorships were recorded by the night of the Gala. The sponsorships defrayed the cost of attending the Gala for our hardworking teachers and staff. Those in attendance will surely agree that the night was extra special because of their attendance and energy.
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For the 4th and 5th grade all-class inclusive celebrations, 80 (and counting) sponsorships have been recorded!
Your support of these two celebrations will allow ALL students of the 4th and 5th grade classes to attend. What memories they will have!
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Finally, we want to thank everyone for their time, energy and generosity put towards Abernethy's Annual Auction. Like you, we are moms and dads doing our part to help our school and community. It is never too little or too late to find your volunteer opportunity. It truly does take each and every one of us to make our community thrive, so Come On Down... and volunteer!
Cheers!
Your PTA Auction Committee
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New Spring After-School Options!
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Do you have a kid who loves to sew? Or one who would love to learn Potions? Or maybe your child wants to be the next Eric Clapton! We have some amazing after-school options for you! Check out the new offerings this Spring.
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Abernethy Conversations About Race
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Thanks to all who participated in our K-3 read-aloud!
Over 60 parents and students met in small groups led by Abernethy teachers Caryn Anderson, Erica Arthurs, Susan Brown, Julie Miller, David Scholten, Wendy Siri, Ruth Tessema, and guest teacher Sarah Hooper.
Here are just a few of the thoughts that came up in our large group discussion:
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I learned... that we can still be friends if our skin color is different.
I wonder... how did racism start?
I hope... that we have more conversations about race at Abernethy.
Click here for a list of the books we read! And check out our bulletin board in the main hallway to see more.
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Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?
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Hosford Middle School PTSA Happy Hour!
Attention 5th grade Families: Mark your calendar for Thursday, April 11, from 6-8pm
The Hosford PTSA is hosting a (very) casual happy hour. Please stop by so you can:
- Meet other HMS parents!
- Learn more about supporting Hosford activities through the PTSA!
- Share YOUR ideas with us!
- Get your questions about HMS answered in a low-key environment!
- Enjoy a drink with your old AND new HMS friends!
- HAVE FUN!
There are ample opportunities to get involved--no over-commitment required! We also know that many of you are weighing middle school options for your kid(s), let us answer whatever questions about HMS you may have!
Indeed middle school is full of ups and downs… and it’s all the more meaningful and rewarding if we build the most active community we can together. The Hosford PTSA is eager for new faces. We would love to see you/meet you on Thursday the 11th.
This event is at a Ladd’s Addition home/ The address will be sent upon receipt of your email/RSVP.
Thank you and really hope to see many of you on April 11!
Lucretia Lyons, HMS PTSA Secretary
Larissa Treat, HMS PTSA President
PS: Is childcare an issue? Please reply with the ages of your kids, we can provide some childcare. We want to make this meeting as accessible as possible for all who wish to attend!
PSS: If you can't make the meeting please email anyway and we can share information at your convenience.
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Awards for Excellence in Education
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In celebration of its 10th Anniversary, the OnPoint Prize for Excellence in Education will award up to $85,000 to local teachers and schools. Anyone, including teachers themselves, can nominate an educator or school and join us in supporting education in our community!
The 2019 awards include:
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- Educator of the Year: Two teachers (one representing grades K-8, one representing grades 9-12) will have their mortgage paid by OnPoint for one calendar year and a $2,500 donation will be given to their schools.
- Educator of the Year Finalist: Two teachers (one representing grades K-8, one representing grades 9-12) will each receive a $5,000 cash award and a $1,500 donation will be given to their schools.
- Circle of Excellence: Six educators will each win a $1,500 cash award and a $1,000 donation will be given to their schools.
- Community Builder: Four schools will receive $1,000 for a special project of their choice. A fifth school, selected by community votes, will receive $2,000.
Make sure to submit your nominations by 5:30pm on Monday, April 8, 2019.
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PPS uses SchoolCafe for families to purchase school lunches or milk.
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Help Paying for Lunch
Apply for free or reduced priced meals here, or download the pdf and return it to the office.
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Bus Schedule
You can find the PPS bus schedule online at: http://www.pps.net/Page/141
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