Forest Hills Events
RECENT NEWS
3/4 Music Program 'Feelin' Good':
This past Tuesday, March 2nd our 3rd and 4th graders performed a music/PE program that centered on eating right and exercising your body. The students' enthusiasum while singing was infectious and made us all want to start getting our bodies in shape inside and out. Along with the singing the unicycle club showed off their many cycling tricks and some jump ropers dazzeled us with their jumping skills. Thank you to Mrs. Hedgepeth, Ms. McDonald, and all the 3/4 teachers for such an outstanding performance.
Forest Hills Achieves Highest State Rating:
Forest Hills received a rating of Outstanding on the report cards released by the state last month, confirming continued high student achievement. This is the fourth consecutive year that our school has achieved the highest state rating. These results are possible because of the dedication and efforts of our staff and parents. I am continually grateful to be working with such an exceptional community!
Welcome to Forest Hills Elementary
A message from Principal Gwen Hill
Forest Hills Elementary School is located in the First Addition neighborhood of Lake Oswego, Oregon. The school's attendance area encompasses several additional neighborhoods and the downtown. Forest Hills' philosophy is based on a simple idea. We are a community brought together to support the academic, social and emotional growth of our students. We work together as teachers, staff and parents to open the door to the world of learning. We support and encourage each child to reach their full potential.
March Happenings:
Parent Conference days are March 11 & 12. Teachers are looking forward to these conferences knowing that they are crucial in maintaining a continuous line of communication between teacher and parents on student progress. This partnership is a main component in creating the exceptional educational experience for our children. At Forest Hills we have nearly 100% of our parents attending these conferences, which is a remarkable standard and is an example of strong parental support. Thank you so much for the extra effort you put into keeping your scheduled appointment. We know this can be challenging at times.
Principal Gwen Hill on Forest Hills Academics
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UPCOMING EVENTS
- March 1 - Site Council 3:30 pm
- March 2 - 3/4 Performance 7:00 pm
- March 8-12 - Book Fair
- March 10 - Report Cards sent home
- March 11 & 12 - Parent Teacher Conferences
- March 15 - No Kindergarten
- March 15-19 - 3/4 Perch Dissection
- March 16 - Science Festival 5:00-7:00 pm
- March 18 - PTO General Meeting 9:15 am
- March 19 - Spirit Day - Crazy Hat Day
- March 22-26 - Spring Break
- March 30 - SAC Meeting 7:00 pm
UPDATES
SCIENCE FESTIVAL: The deadline for submitting Science Festival Entry Forms is Monday, March 8th. Please submit the form to the folder in the office by the end of the day on Monday. The entry form is available as an attachment to the Falcon Flash, or is available in hard copy from the office. If you have any questions, please contact Shawnna Verburg or Nicole Merino. Science Festival Packet
State Testing:
Our students in grades 3 through 6 will begin taking the State Assessments. These are multiple-choice tests, taken on computers, in reading/literature, math and science at the 5th grade level.
Students may take these tests at their own pace using as much time as they need. For students who have not exceeded standards on the initial test, teachers will provide a second testing opportunity later in the year using a different test version.
We have decided that it would be an advantage to our students to be tested in their reading and math groups. That provides teachers the flexibility to schedule time in one of our computer labs to meet the specific needs of their class. Testing sessions will vary from class to class as teachers monitor their students’ progress. Teachers will include the test schedules in their newsletters and on their web sites.
Please support and encourage your child without creating undue anxiety. A full night’s sleep, a good breakfast, punctual arrival and good attendance is perhaps the best preparation you can provide. Thank you for your help and support.