SUPERINTENDENT’S MESSAGE
“Conditions for Success” guide our district’s path toward excellence
Our commitment to safety is comprehensive, addressing immediate physical security and emotional well-being
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BE HERE!
Gresham High School (GHS) uses targeted and organized support to help improve student attendance
School finding success as attendance team works together to overcome obstacles and implement resources efficiently
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BE HERE! CELEBRATION
Hollydale Elementary kindergarten students celebrate attendance achievement
School staff recognizing attendance improvements helps students understand the importance of attending class each day. This fall, Mrs. Connor’s kindergarten class at Hollydale Elementary School celebrated 100% attendance with a “100%” class parade! The students had a blast showing off their signs and celebrating their achievement.
Showing up every day builds strong habits, fosters community, and helps students succeed. GBSD is very proud of how our schools celebrate attendance, from weekly shoutouts and certificates to special events that recognize students’ commitment to Be Here! If you would like to have your classroom or school attendance celebration featured, please fill out this form: Communications Department Story Idea Form
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Lynn Jamieson (East Gresham Elementary School Emergent Multilingual Learner (EML) Teacher)
“Lynn has done an outstanding job transitioning to our new model for EML's. She is flexible and is able to meet the students where they are as learners in a variety of settings."
-Samantha Ebert
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Tracey Lacey (West Orient Middle School Head Secretary)
“Tracey makes every substitute feel confident & appreciated. She goes out of her way to create a unity-filled environment for all staff including the substitutes.“
-Theresa Akines
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Brent Cunningham (Sam Barlow High School Learning Specialist)
“Brent is deeply dedicated to supporting students with disabilities and works tirelessly alongside families, special education staff, and general education teachers to ensure every student’s needs are met."
-Heidi Husbands
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NEW HIGH SCHOOL COURSE
GBSD team working to adopt new personal finance class for next school year
Course aims to empower students with the knowledge and skills needed to manage their personal finances and prepare for the future
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SOCIAL SCIENCE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ADOPTION
Social science instructors meet to determine best resources to meet new standard
GBSD instructors work to create social science district vision, select instructional materials
Read More
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DISTRICT ART DISPLAY
The Gresham-Barlow District Office displays amazing art projects created by GBSD students for visitors to enjoy
Clear Creek Middle School students created the pieces on display through November. These beautiful creations are based on various elements and principles of art, with a focus on shading and tone.
We invite you to check out the projects on display the next time you visit the district office!
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LEARNING IN ACTION
Hogan Cedars Elementary School second graders are learning about plants, healthy eating, and sustainability thanks to a magical tower garden
Funding for the tower garden was provided by the Gresham-Barlow Education Foundation and the East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District’s SPACE Grant. Watch the video below to learn more!
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Together We Thrive T-shirts
Celebrate this year’s Convocation theme, “Together We Thrive,” with a custom t-shirt! Show your district pride at your school or out in the community as a reminder of the teamwork and spirit that make GBSD stronger together.
Orders must be placed by December 26
Shirts will be available for pick-up at the District Office when we return from winter break.
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Check out our social media channels to see more exciting news and recognitions!
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- License renewals
Please make sure you are paying attention to your licenses and when they need to be renewed. TSPC no longer sends reminders. HR will do its best to track these, but it's imperative to stay in your roles to maintain an active license. Usually, the expiration date is your birthday. Log in to your TSPC accounts to check and keep track. It will cost you more money and penalties if your licenses lapse, and there isn't a grace period when you are in the classroom. If you aren't sure of your expiration date, Kendra or Felisha in HR can look it up for you. We will send reminders to employees when possible, but that can't be guaranteed. If not renewed, you are at risk of being pulled from your position unpaid until this task is completed.
- Building check-Ins
Throughout the district, we have staff going into buildings that aren't their home base. Please be mindful that there are a significant number of new people in the district now, and faces aren't known. For the safety of staff and students, please check in with the main office to let them know you are in the building.
- Licensure assistance
If you need help with your teaching or admin licenses, don't hesitate to get in touch with Kendra Bowens or Felisha Brewer in HR to get assistance of any kind. If you have applied for any new licensure, please let HR know so that we can document it.
- Edustaff
If you know anyone interested in subbing for the district, please have them apply online at the Edustaff Website.
- Leave requests
Please use your paid leave before requesting Unpaid Leave in Red Rover. Unpaid Leave is not guaranteed and must be approved by HR. It will only be approved for unique and special circumstances. It can't be used because there are no leaves left. These are for once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. Please make sure you submit your leave requests in Red Rover.
- Canopy (EAP- Employee Assistance Program)
Please utilize our EAP program to address your wellness needs, including mental health or work-life support. This could be helpful when you can't get into something more local. Visit the Canopy Website. Our access code is OEBB.
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At Deep Creek-Damascus K-8, PE teacher Mr. Lustig transformed the gym into a jungle adventure! 5th graders and kindergarteners navigated an obstacle course filled with “snakes,” “lily pads,” “poisonous plants,” and even “dinosaur eggs!”
| |  | Highland Elementary School students had a special “Represent Your Culture Day” during spirit week Students and staff were empowered to represent their culture and share it with their school community.
| |  At a school assembly, Gresham High School’s MEChA Club presented a beautiful showcase of quinceañera dresses as part of a fashion walk, followed by fun interactive games.
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| Dates to remember
- December 11: School Board Business Meeting
- December 18: School Board Work Session
- December 22 - January 2: Winter Break
- January 5: Classes Resume
- January 8: School Board Business Meeting
- January 19: Martin Luther King Day - No School
- January 22: School Board Work Session
- January 26: High School Exams, January 26-29
- January 30: K-5 No School- Curriculum & Instruction Day, Middle School No School- Standards and Assesment Day, High School No School- Grading Day
- February 5: School Board Business Meeting
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