The Gresham-Barlow School District
Employee Newsletter
October 2022
SUPERINTENDENT'S MESSAGE
We’re stronger together
We must rally around a shared sense of purpose—ensuring each student thrives! 
SCHOOL-BASED HEALTH SERVICES IN GBSD
District embarks on plan to implement school-based health services to all students
Phase 1  features gathering community feedback
DISTRICT HOLDS TRAINING CAMP FOR NEW GBSD EDUCATORS
Training focused on district’s mission, vision, and schools
Program includes tour of schools
GBSD celebrates a Gresham tradition—-The Teddy Bear Parade!
A variety of GBSD schools participated in the Soroptimist Club of Gresham’s annual Teddy Bear Parade. 
Everyone had a bear-y good time showing their school spirit!
GRESHAM-BARLOW EDUCATION FOUNDATION (GBEF) UPDATE
Foundation funds grant requests submitted by educators
Grants have funded a variety of items including curriculum, library books, and technology
TEACHERS PARTICIPATE IN ENHANCED CORE READING INSTRUCTION (ECRI) TRAINING
Training aimed at expanding staff knowledge about early literacy instruction
Teachers taught routines designed to increase efficiency and effectiveness of reading instruction
GRESHAM-BARLOW SCHOOL DISTRICT CELEBRATES THE 2016 SCHOOL BOND
Learn how the school bond has positively impacted students and their learning!
Superintendent James Hiu met with new staff members August 26 to welcome them to #TeamGBSD!
We had a fabulous first day of school! Students at East Gresham Elementary were welcomed back to class  with staff cheering them on!
We’re so proud! Highland Elementary School teacher Amanda Jensen is the Multnomah ESD Regional Teacher of the Year! 
Dates to remember
  • October 13: No School K-5 Curriculum and Instruction Day
  • October 14: No School Statewide Teacher Inservice
  • October 19: School Board Work Session
  • October 19: School Board Business Meeting
  • November 11: Veterans Day Observed - No School
  • November 16: School Board Work Session
  • November 21: No School K-8: Parent Conferences
  • November 22: No School K-8: Parent Conferences, HS: Grading Day
  • November 23: No School K-8: Parent Conferences, HS: Grading Day
  • November 24: No School- Thanksgiving Holiday
  • November 25: No School- Thanksgiving Holiday
  • December 7: School Board Work Session
  • December 7: School Board Business Meeting
Inspire and Empower Each Student
Questions or Comments? Contact Athena Vadnais
gbsdcommunications@gresham.k12.or.us | 503-261-4550
Gresham-Barlow School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups.  It is the policy of this district and the board of education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups in any educational programs, activities or employment. 
Gresham-Barlow provides equal access to individuals with disabilities.  

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