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2023-2024 School Year Calendars

March 24, 2023
Student school year calendars are approved for 2023-2024 in the Siuslaw School District. 2023-24 English language calendar https://5il.co/1qsbu 2023-24 Spanish language calenda...
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​The district has launched community outreach surveys for the school board's strategic planning initiative and the ODE Integrated Guidance process. School board strategic planning will be an ongoing process, with these surveys being an intermediate part of the process. From the data collected here, focus groups will be formed to examine district and building level data to help inform both goals and strategies for future operations. This will overlap into next school year. ODE's Integrated Guidance process is an alignment of six initiatives that have common elements, in an attempt to decrease redundancy in state reporting requirements by districts. This first draft aligns: High School Success, Student Investment Account, Continuous Improvement Planning, Career & Technical Education, Every Day Matters (student attendance), and Early Indicator Intervention Systems. Surveys are split to address four focal groups: parents & guardians, community members, students, and teachers & staff. Surveys will be open through the end of the day, Monday, March 20, and the Lane ESD staff will run a simple tally on the results so district staff can prepare initial reports for the board in April and prepare for the community forum groups. All of the individual survey links are on the district website's survey page https://www.siuslaw.k12.or.us/page/survey-page

Community Outreach Surveys Open Through March 20

March 9, 2023
The district has launched community outreach surveys for the school board's strategic planning initiative and the ODE Integrated Guidance process. School board strategic planni...
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Parent Teacher Conferences are March 9, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and March 10, 8 a.m. to noon. Siuslaw Elementary School: 541-997-2514 Siuslaw Middle School: 541-997-8241 Siuslaw High School: 541-997-7488

Parent Teacher Conferences March 9 & 10

March 9, 2023
Parent Teacher Conferences are March 9, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and March 10, 8 a.m. to noon. Siuslaw Elementary School: 541-997-2514 Siuslaw Middle School: 541-997-8241 Siusl...
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PTA Hosting Adolescent Wellness and Suicide Prevention Forum Wednesday, March 15, at 6 PM at Siuslaw Middle School . The event aims to raise awareness about the importance of mental health among young people and to highlight the resources available in Florence, Oregon that promote well-being and safety. The event can be livestreamed at tinyurl.com/florence pta or directly at https://www.youtube.com/live/N3LjvOvPp9Y?feature=share​. Several local and regional organizations have volunteered to support our community at this event, including Coastal Counseling, LLC, Siuslaw Outreach Services, Mobile Crisis Response Team, Oregon Integrated Health, PFLAG, Options Counseling and Family Services, Lines for Life, Lane County Public Health, among others. The focus of this talk will be on how to recognize signs of distress in kids and teenagers, what to do when those signs appear, and how to help someone who may be struggling.

PTA Hosting Adolescent Wellness and Suicide Prevention Forum Wednesday, March 15, at 6 PM at Siuslaw Middle School

March 2, 2023
The Florence Community PTA is proud to host an Adolescent Wellness and Suicide Prevention Forum on Wednesday, March 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Siuslaw Middle School. The event aims to...
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2-Hour Delayed Start for Wednesday, March 1 Due to Icy Weather Conditions

2-Hour Delayed Start for Wednesday, March 1 Due to Icy Weather Conditions

March 1, 2023
Siuslaw School District schools will begin on a 2-hour late start for today, Wednesday, March 1, due to icy weather conditions.
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Siuslaw School District Students of the Month

Students of the Month

February 28, 2023
Vikings of the Month for February 2023 are posted on the home page of each school site and the main district webpage. Click "Students of the Month" in the button bar up top, on...
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Siuslaw Schools are now updating to a full-weather closure for Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Please be safe if you chose to travel on the roads today.

UPDATE: Full-Weather Closure for Tuesday, Feb. 28

February 28, 2023
Siuslaw Schools are now updating to a full-weather closure for Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Please be safe if you chose to travel on the roads today.
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​UPDATE: There is no school today for Siuslaw School District schools.

Update: School Closures for Siuslaw School District

February 23, 2023
UPDATE: There is no school today (Thursday, February 23) for Siuslaw School District schools.
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Siuslaw School District greatly appreciates our 22 bus drivers and associated staff members. ​National School Bus Driver Appreciation Day is February 22.​ It’s a reminder and an opportunity to say thanks to the people responsible for getting our students to and from school safely every school day.​ Thank you to our transportation department for all they do to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our students! We are thankful that our bus drivers encourage our students when they see them in the morning and later in the afternoon when students return home.

We Appreciate Our School Bus Drivers & Associated Staff!

February 23, 2023
Siuslaw School District greatly appreciates our 22 bus drivers and associated staff members. National School Bus Driver Appreciation Day is February 22. It’s a reminder and an opp...
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City of Florence Transportation System Plan Stakeholder Advisory Meeting (3 PM) & Open House (5:30 PM) Wed., Feb. 8 at FEC. Includes picture of child on bicycle, handicapped van, and couple walking with their dog.)

City of Florence Transportation System Plan Stakeholder Advisory Meeting (3 PM) & Open House (5:30 PM) Wed., Feb. 8 at FEC

February 3, 2023
The City of Florence is hosting an open house Wednesday, February 8 at 5:30 p.m. at the Florence Event Center on Quince Street to gather feedback on an ongoing City project to upd...
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Siuslaw School District is joining 196 other school districts, 19 education service district boards, and 17 community college boards throughout Oregon to celebrate January as "School Board Recognition Month." Celebrating School Board Recognition Month is one way to say thanks for all they do. These dedicated local leaders give their personal time and energy to handling the critical task of budgeting and overseeing the management of Oregon's public education structure. Our board chair is Bob Sneddon, our vice chair is Maureen Miltenberger. Our directors are Frank Armendariz, John Barnett, Brian Lacouture, Dianna Pimlott, and Kady Sneddon. Our student representatives to the school board are Tiffany Rasmussen and Riley Olson. ​

Siuslaw School District Celebrates School Board Recognition Month

January 9, 2023
Siuslaw School District is joining 196 other school districts, 19 education service district boards, and 17 community college boards throughout Oregon to celebrate January as "Sch...
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Siuslaw Elementary School is celebrating Spirit Week December 12 through December 16. Monday: Holiday Sweater Day: Show off that ugly sweater or holiday hoodie! Tuesday: Channel Your Flannel: Wear your favorite flannel. Wednesday: Holiday Hat Day: Wear your favorite holiday hat. Thursday: Holiday Character Day: Dress up as your favorite holiday character. Friday: Pajama Day: Wear your cozy pajamas. ​NOTE: No costume-style masks or costume face coverings.

SES Holiday Spirit Week Dec. 12-16

December 9, 2022
Siuslaw Elementary School is celebrating Spirit Week December 12 through December 16. Monday: Holiday Sweater Day: Show off that ugly sweater or holiday hoodie! Tuesday: Cha...
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​The SHS Key Club is hosting a gift-wrapping fundraiser at Siuslaw High School. Thursday, Dec. 8: 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10: 12 to 3 p.m. The SHS Key Club can either hold on to gifts for later pick-up or wrap them while you wait.

Gift-Wrapping Service Dec. 8, 5 to 8 PM & Dec. 10, 12 to 3 p.m.

December 8, 2022
The SHS Key Club is hosting a gift-wrapping fundraiser at Siuslaw High School. Thursday, Dec. 8: 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10: 12 to 3 p.m. The SHS Key Club can either hold ...
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​On Saturday, December 10, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Siuslaw Valley Fire and Rescue will host the Marine Toys for Tots at the main fire station at 2625 Hwy 101 in Florence. U.S. Marines, Coast Guard members, the Florence Police Department, and your local firefighters will be giving away toys for infant children up to 14 years old. Since 1947, Marine Toys for Tots has provided toys to children of all income brackets. Celebrate the holidays at your local Fire/EMS department. Parking will be at the north parking lot of Siuslaw Middle School, and you’ll be told when to move up to the fire department. This year, parents/guardians may come into the station to get the toys. Documentation: Go to: www.toysfortots.org or the Toys for Tot’s link on www.svfr.org to see what qualifies as proper documentation. If you’d like to give toys, they are being collected at Florence’s Bi- Mart, True Value, and The Jolly Egret (on Bay Street). You can also donate money on the website. There are three options for getting toys. First: (By December 7) Go to: www.toysfortots.org or Facebook’s “Lane County Toys for Tots.” Once there, click on “Apply for Toys” and follow the steps. Toys will then be bagged and waiting for your arrival. No waiting. Second: Fill out the paperwork at the station before going in to choose the toys. First come, first serve. Third: Fill out the paperwork at the station and indicate what you wish, and the items will be bagged up and brought out to your car. First come, first serve. Note: We will try to match what you seek for your children. If you need more information, please contact (541) 600-4483.

Marine Toys for Tots December 10

December 8, 2022
On Saturday, December 10, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Siuslaw Valley Fire and Rescue will host the Marine Toys for Tots at the main fire station at 2625 Hwy 101 in Florence. U.S. ...
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YAOP resource materials available at tinyurl.com/YAOPSlides from The Center on Parenting and Opioids

YAOP resource materials available

November 21, 2022
If you were unable to attend last week's event, the presentation slides are available here at this link. More resources and information are available through The Center on Par...
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YAOP registration link

2 Days until YAOP forum

November 15, 2022
Two days until the Youth Accidental Overdose Prevention forum; registration is still open. Registration Links: English: https://tinyurl.com/yaopen Spanish: https://tin...
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Siuslaw School District has four Budget Committee positions open for the school board budget process. Positions 1, 2(1-year unexpired term), 3 and 6 are open for appointment by the school board. Apply by December 5, 2022 by 5:00PM. The Budget Committee includes the Board of Directors and seven volunteer citizens who are appointed to serve 3-year terms. Committee members must be registered voters living within the boundaries of the Siuslaw School District, and cannot be employees, officers, or agents of the district. The school board will consider applications at the December 14, 2022, school board meeting. Please fill out an application and return to 97j@siuslaw.k12.or.us or the Siuslaw School District Office, 2111 Oak Street, Florence, OR 97439 by December 5, 2022, no later than 5 p.m. If you would like more information about becoming a budget member or information on the budget process, see the links in the column to the left on the following school district webpage: https://tinyurl.com/SiuslawBudget. Call the district office at 541-997-2651 if you have questions. Application link, if needed: https://5il.co/1kox5 or https://tinyurl.com/SSDBudget

Budget Committee Positions Open - Apply by Dec. 5, 4 PM

November 15, 2022
Siuslaw School District has four Budget Committee positions open for the school board budget process. Positions 1, 2(1-year unexpired term), 3 and 6 are open for appointment b...
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Youth Accidental Overdose Prevention Event

November 14, 2022
Greetings Parents & Caregivers of Siuslaw students, Registration is now OPEN for the Youth Accidental Overdose Prevention event! If you previously filled out the interest...
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We would like to invite you to attend our Open House on Thursday from 5 to 6:30 p.m. for a fun night. We will have a scavenger hunt that will help familiarize you with the building & staff, have fun with makerspace activities in the library, and have a chance to meet some of our community partners. You will also have a chance to visit the Art room for some activities. Upon your arrival, please start your evening by checking in with your classroom teacher to get your scavenger hunt card. Each student will get one card to guide them. The card can be turned in after all locations have been visited for a treat at the end of your visit. Community Partners & Programs you can expect to see: Title 1 Staff - Orientation Information in the Library Art Activities RM # 9 PTA Boys & Girls Club Siuslaw Baseball & Softball Association Siuslaw Youth Soccer Association Safe Shelter for Siuslaw Students - Jennifer Ledbetter Migrant Education Program - Recruiter, Marta Montoya de Guzman Lane African American - Black Student Success -Regional Navigator, Elisa Grundmeyer We look forward to a fun evening and hope to see you all! Mrs. Flora, Mr. Ulrich & SES Staff

SES Open House, Thursday, Nov. 10, 5 to 6:30 p.m.

November 8, 2022
We would like to invite you to attend our Open House on Thursday from 5 to 6:30 p.m. for a fun night. We will have a scavenger hunt that will help familiarize you with the buildin...
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​A Youth Accidental Overdose Prevention Event is scheduled on Thursday, November 17 in-person or virtually. This event will be held at Straub Hall, University of Oregon, and will be held virtually at Siuslaw Middle School. Education and resources will be provided to help parents and youth feel confident preventing accidental overdose. Both parents and youth will receive Naloxone training and fentanyl awareness information. Additional information for parents include local trends about fentanyl, how to talk to your teen about overdose prevention, information on medication storage, and county and district updates. Our youth will receive information from UO peer educators on overdose prevention for self and peers as well as be made aware of community-based resources. This event is presented by the Center on Parenting and Opioids, Lane County Public Health, and the University of Oregon Collegiate Recovery Center in collaboration with community partners. Provide your input and receive follow-up emails about registration at shorturl.at/gnqR6.

Youth Accidental Overdose Prevention Event November 17

November 7, 2022
A Youth Accidental Overdose Prevention Event is scheduled on Thursday, November 17 in-person or virtually. This event will be held at Straub Hall, University of Oregon, and wi...
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