January 14th, 2022

Weekly OGMS Family Communication

 

Hello OG Families,

Thank you for your patience and support during this challenging time with the uptick in staff and student illnesses.  As you are aware of, we made the difficult decision to extend temporary online learning through January 21st.  Our hope is that additional time will allow our students and families to get well in addition to our dedicated Ockley Green staff.  Our attendance  this past week was an increase from the first week of January.  With the opportunity for our teachers with symptoms to teach online, we were able to minimize the number of guest teachers this week.  Dr. Green, Ms. Joyner and I visited many online classes and are happy to report that engagement was high and there was meaningful and purposeful instruction taking place in classes.  We will continue to follow a 7 period day while we are in temporary distance learning.  If your student is not able to attend school, please let us know by emailing Dr. Green at agreenmitchell@pps.net or myself - tmckey@pps.net  It is also important to keep us updated if your student has tested positive for covid.  Also, grab and go lunch is available for pick-up next week Tuesday - Friday at the ainsworth entrance between 11 - 1.  You are also able to pick up at Faubion or Roosevelt, if those sites are closer to your home.  

 

Dr. Tania McKey

Interim Principal - Ockley Green

 

Your counselors and student support team are here to help!  For check-ins, mental health support, or just to chat email, call, or text.  We are available during school hours to connect:

• Jillian Stone(Counselor A-K): jstone@pps.net; 971-231-5058
• Galen Dickstein (Counselor, L-Z): gdickstein@pps.net; 971-231-4976
• Avy Harris (Social Worker) rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634
• Amelia Cates (School Climate Specialist) acates@pps.net; 971-238-7483

 

If you need immediate assistance in a crisis please see phone #’s below:

• Multnomah County Crisis Line - Mental Health Crisis Line for youth and adults 503-988-4888 
• Crisis Line - Text resource to connect with a mental health counselor by text
• Text “HOME” to 741-741
• Youthline ALL youth in crisis
•  https://oregonyouthline.org/
• Trevor Project - LGBTQ+ Crisis Resource
• 866-850-8078 (866-4-U-TREVOR) - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

 

Ockley Green Clean-Up Day - Saturday, February 26th, 2022

Please mark your calendars for our Ockley Green clean up day on Saturday, February 26th from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  There is no sign-up required.  We will have donuts, coffee and water available at 9:00 a.m. and we will work until finished or 1:00 p.m.  Please bring lawn and gardening tools as well as gloves and appropriate clothes for working outside.  We need help with picking up trash, spreading mulch, trimming, working in the garden, assembling benches and other items that present themselves.  

Repeated

 

Updated Lunch Information

With more students choosing to eat in the cafeteria due to the inclement weather and the continued need to be able to contact trace we’ve adjusted our lunch planning slightly.  We will continue to have two lunches to best facilitate supervision while also continuing to offer students the option every day to eat indoors or outdoors at their discretion.  For those eating indoors we’ve added assigned seating by class so each student who opts to eat indoors has a specific place at a specific table to eat at on any given day.  This helps ensure our ability to identify any students who may have been close to a specific student if we need to do so to support our public health efforts.  This practice is similar to what we’ve done in classrooms to track student contacts.  

 

Dental Sealants

Greetings Parents/Guardians,

Multnomah County’s School and Community Oral Health Program is offering Free sealants and dental screening. A dental screening is a quick look inside your child’s mouth to check the overall health of their teeth, and sealants will be placed if needed.

This service is available for students in 2nd, 3rd, 6th, 7th, and 8th grades.

What questions do you have? Please call us at 503-988-3905.

To use this FREE service please fill out the electronic permission slip at this link:

 

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Saludos Patres/Tutores,

El programa de salud oral escolar y comunitaria del condado de Multnomah ofrece selladores y exámenes dentales gratuitos. Una revisión dental es un vistazo rápido dentro de la boca de su hijo/a para revisar la salud general de los dientes y se les aplicará los selladores. 

 

Este servicio está disponible para estudiantes de segundo, tercero, sexto, séptimo y octavo grado.

¿Necesitas ayuda? ¿Tiene preguntas? Llámenos al 503-988-3905

 

Para usar este servicio gratis, complete este permiso electrónico:

 

https://forms.gle/WBUTM9brbacGVAhj6

 

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Приветствую родителей / опекунов,

 

Бесплатные зубные защитные покрытия и стоматологический осмотр предлагаются в ближайшем к вам центре. Стоматологический осмотр - это быстрый осмотр рта вашего ребенка, чтобы проверить общее состояние зубов, и при необходимости нанести зубные защитные покрытия.

Нужна помощь? Есть вопросы? Позвоните нам по

503-988-3905

 

Чтобы воспользоваться этой БЕСПЛАТНОЙ услугой, заполните электронный бланк разрешения по этой ссылке:

https://forms.gle/WBUTM9brbacGVAhj6

Community Resources 

• Emergency Rental Assistance:  The impacts of Covid-19 continue to impact many families financially.  If you are at risk of eviction or behind on rent, programs may be available to help.  Please contact School Social Worker Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) to see if you qualify.  
• Asistencia de Emergencia Para el Alquiler: Los impactos de Covid-19 continúan afectando financieramente a muchas familias. Si tiene un alquiler atrasado, es posible que haya programas disponibles para ayudarlo. Comuníquese con la trabajadora social de la escuela Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) 

 

Chromebook Care

Many of the student Chromebooks are having issues that require repair.  Families are not charged for repairs, but please discuss proper care of Chromebooks with your students. They should not be slammed shut or treated roughly, but they are expected to come to school each day fully charged.  

 

OG Night at the Trailblazers

Be sure to get your tickets for Ockley Green Middle School Night!  The flyer is linked

 

Latinx Literacy Summit

This summit will explore the many ways Latinx learners can be better served at home and at school. Attendees will learn about the challenges of learning to read in English, how to distinguish between second language difficulties or Dyslexia, and how parents can support their children at home and at school. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/latinx-literacy-summit-tools-for-families-and-educators-registration-206667948397 

 

2021-22 30-Day Notice for Statewide Tests and Opt-out Form

Parent request for opting out of Oregon Summative Assessments (ELA and Math).  The forms are linked here

 

Lunch Clubs 

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
OG Student Council Trotter, Soto, Avy H. Rm. 113 Max:  16	Board Games, DnD, Magic the    Gathering Host:  Halbig Rm. 207 Max: 16	Anime & Manga Club Host:  Ms. Kray Art Room - 101	Table-top Games, DnD Host:  Usselman Rm. 225	Anime & Manga Club Host:  Ms. Kray Art Room - 101
Book Club & Battle of the Books Host:  Graham Rm:  Library Max:  30	Girl BOSS & Girl Power Zine Club Host:  Mendiola Rm. 215	GSA Hosts:  Elizabeth, Trotter, Galen Rm: Library	Drawing, Rubik’s Cube and Quiet Lunch Space Host:  Curtis Rm. 214	Drawing & Coloring Club Host:  Sheridan Rm. 103 Max:  8
Sports Club Hosts:  Mr. Damon, Ms. Kate & Mr. Signorelli Rm:  Gym Max:  30	Rubik's Cube Club Host:  Broderick Rm:  Library Max:  15	Batman & Xmen Club Host:  Decker Rm. 202	Gamer’s Club Host:  Mr. Lawson SUN portable Max:  10	Viewing/Fan Club  - “Gravity Falls,” “Duck Tales” or. . .?? Host:  Ms. Trotter Rm. 218
Ukulele Club Host:  Mr. L.  Rm:  102/104 Max:  20	Gamer’s Club Host:  Mr. Lawson SUN portable Max:  10	Latinx Club Hosts:  Krakow & Jessica Cisneros-Flores Rm. 142 Max:  12	Ukulele Club Host:  Mr. L.  Rm:  102/104 Max:  20	Sports Club Hosts:  Mr. Damon, Ms. Kate & Mr. Signorelli Rm:  Gym Max:  30
		Sports Club Hosts:  Mr. Damon, Ms. Kate & Mr. Signorelli Rm:  Gym Max:  30

OHSU Optional COVID testing 

Our optional OHSU COVID testing resumes this week.  If your student is participating (if we received their labels from OHSU then they received test kits) they have already received their test kits for the next three weeks (January 12th, 19th, 26th ).  These tests need to be returned no later than 10:30. every Wednesday in the main office.  Any questions, please reach out to Shakyla Mosley - smosley@pps.net 

 

How Can I Access Pediatric Vaccination Information? 

Families can check with their child’s pediatrician; or

• Log into Multnomah County Health Department’s vaccine locator website and:
• Enter their address or zip code under “Location.”
• Click “Search”
• Click “Filter Your Results”
• Click “Pfizer age 5-11” under Vaccine Type.
• Click “Apply Filters” under Date Range.
• View the list of Pediatric Vaccine Clinics under Provider Information.
• Contact the Pediatric Vaccine Clinic provider for appointment information.

 

OGMS Yearbook 2021-2022

Order your yearbook today! The order deadline is 3/18/22.  The yearbook ID code: 13579022.  The link is ybpay.com.  School Name:  Ockley Green School   Cost is $15

 

COVID SCREENING TESTING UPDATE (FROM THE DISTRICT)

Congratulations!! We have successfully launched our program district wide! PPS families across the district have been offered the opportunity to participate in this program. Thank you! Below are some reminders and updates.

Results:

OHSU will provide results directly to families

• All Positive and Inconclusive results will receive a phone call from OHSU
• OHSU is not permitted to share results with PPS, so we are dependent upon families to inform us of the results. Please be sure to report ALL Positive and Inconclusive results to their school.
• If families have not received their information from OHSU, please encourage them to check their SPAM folders, ensure they have the correct email address listed as primary in Synergy ParentVUE and that they can reach out to OHSU directly at 833-376-1027 or K12covidtesting@ohsuhealthmarketing.com for further support.

 

Please remind your families that if the student has had COVID in the last 3 months that they should NOT submit a sample as they are likely to test positive with this screening test.

Resources:

• PPS COVID-19 Screening Testing for Students (OHSU Partnership) Webpage

• OHSU K12 Screening Program Webpage: This is a useful resource to share with families.

 

ParentVUE Sign-up Information

ParentVUE is a tool provided by our Synergy Student Information System.  Most families should’ve received activation letters previously.  More information about ParentVUE open the document that is linked 

Food Delivery Apps/Services During the School Day

We ask that students not use food delivery apps or services during the school day.  Students using such apps and or services (or contacting restaurants for delivery) is disruptive to classes and the overall school climate.  It also presents logistical issues for office staff and those supervising lunch.  Families may drop off items for their students for lunch and free hot lunch is available for all students.  Any food delivered by delivery app or from restaurants will be held in the office until the school day ends and then will be available to students at that time. 

 

Community Resources 

• Emergency Rental Assistance:  The impacts of Covid-19 continue to impact many families financially.  If you are at risk of eviction or behind on rent, programs may be available to help.  Please contact School Social Worker Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) to see if you qualify.  
• Asistencia de Emergencia Para el Alquiler: Los impactos de Covid-19 continúan afectando financieramente a muchas familias. Si tiene un alquiler atrasado, es posible que haya programas disponibles para ayudarlo. Comuníquese con la trabajadora social de la escuela Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) 

 

Chromebooks Reminder

Students are asked to bring their fully charged Chromebook to school daily.  These devices are important for many in class activities as well as for use during some of our DragonTime/Flex classes.  Loaner devices are limited so students bringing their own fully charged Chromebook helps ensure that they can fully participate. 

Supporting Social Distancing

While we continue to make efforts to support social distancing at school families are also asked to remind students of the importance of social distancing when possible including after school, during transitions, and during lunch/in the lunchline.  We appreciate our students' efforts around masks, social distancing, and regular hand washing/sanitizing as we all work together to make this school year as safe as possible for students, families, and staff. 

 

 

12/10/21

Weekly OGMS Family Communication

 

Hello OG Families

We have one more week of school in December.  We have a busy week scheduled that concludes with the Ockley Green Community Growing Together Event on Friday, December 17th from 5:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. flyer is below. It is also Spirit Week at OGMS - 

Monday - Blizzard Out Day - Wear anything white

Tuesday - Flannel and Fuzzy Sock Day

Wednesday - Ugly Sweater Day

Thursday - Pajama Day - wear pajamas or comfortable clothes

Friday - Holiday Dress Up - Dress up as your favorite holiday

 

During advisory on Friday, we will have our December live raffle that is part of our positive incentive system. In addition, students will be attending a live performance by some of our dance and drumming students during 5th period.  Also on Friday, during 7th period students will be choosing a fun activity to end the week.

Dr. Tania McKey

Interim Principal - Ockley Green

 

Support for Families: Middle School Success Over Stress Project

The Middle School Success Over Stress project is a research study conducted at the University of Oregon designed to support children and families across the state to reduce mental health problems. Participants will have access to a parenting App as well as individual, telehealth support from a family consultant. Services are offered in both Spanish and English. The goal of this project is to provide parents and caregivers with tools to help their middle school student manage the social stress of returning to in-person learning, get good grades, and improve behavior at home and at school. Families can earn up to $350 for participating in this research study. 

For more information, visit https://www.middleschoolstudy.org/; call 971-219-2025; or email MSStudy@uoregon.edu

 

Community Resources 

• Emergency Rental Assistance:  The impacts of Covid-19 continue to impact many families financially.  If you are at risk of eviction or behind on rent, programs may be available to help.  Please contact School Social Worker Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) to see if you qualify.  
• Asistencia de Emergencia Para el Alquiler: Los impactos de Covid-19 continúan afectando financieramente a muchas familias. Si tiene un alquiler atrasado, es posible que haya programas disponibles para ayudarlo. Comuníquese con la trabajadora social de la escuela Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) 

Chromebook Care

Many of the student Chromebooks are having issues that require repair.  Families are not charged for repairs, but please discuss proper care of Chromebooks with your students. They should not be slammed shut or treated roughly, but they are expected to come to school each day fully charged.  

 

Fire Drill This Week

We will be having our December fire drill this week.  Our monthly fire drills are an important part of our emergency preparedness efforts. 

 

December 17th - Ockley Green Growing Together

Next Friday 12/17 is the Grow Together Community Event at OGMS. This event is co-sponsored and planned by OG and our amazing community partners.  We will have catered food from Ja’Das SouLful Eatz, performances from drumming and dance, sip n' paint, cake walk, games and representatives from OG community partners! 

 

In order to make this a fantastic event, we need VOLUNTEERS.

Please review the sign up genius link and sign up for 45 minute shifts as able. Short shifts mean everyone gets to attend and enjoy the festivities!

 

We need help serving the food, running the cake walk, Cake/Dessert donations for the cake walk, and greeters at the front entrance to check student IDs and Parent/Caregiver vaccination card. For cake/dessert donations you can drop your store bought (no homemade foods this year) off starting Wednesday in the main office.

 

Let's make this a fantastic and fun event!

 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0545A8A929A6FE3-ogms

 

Student Survey on Safety at Ockley Green

 

On Monday during 2nd period, students will be taking a survey about their experiences with biased language and sexual harrassment at Ockley Green. Across the district, we are seeing an increase in the use of harmful language and inappropriate student contact. The Climate Team and Dragon Leadership Team are working together to create lessons and increase supports for students around these issues. This survey will help us better understand students’ needs at school in order to keep them safe. 

 

Test to Stay - Beginning January 3rd, 2022

 

ENGLISH As part of our ongoing commitment to increase in-person learning for all students, we are pleased to announce that in partnership with OHA/ODE we will start the Test to Stay program the first week of January of 2022.  Benefits of Test to Stay: Given the lower level of COVID-19 in schools, students exposed at school will have the opportunity to stay in in-person learning and minimize the impact quarantine has had on their education. This is called a modified quarantine and requires students to continue to wear masks during any activity that does not require its use, for example band, athletics, etc., until day eight (8). Students must remain symptom free and will be provided two tests during their quarantine period. You can help expedite the process by signing and returning the consent form for the BinaxNOW rapid nasal swab test, unless you already did it this year. Forms are available in the front office of each school.  For students who were exposed outside of the school day (at home, extracurricular activities, etc), we will have available the Test to Return process. This process will allow students to return on Day 8 after an exposure with any negative antigen or pcr COVID-19 test performed between days 5-7.   As always, vaccinated students who do not have symptoms do not have to quarantine or Test to Stay. We will share more specifics about this program in early January. 5-Step Process for Parents and Families

SPANISH Como parte de nuestro compromiso continuo de aumentar el aprendizaje en persona para todos los estudiantes, nos complace anunciar que, en asociación con OHA/ODE, comenzaremos el programa Test to Stay (hágase la prueba para quedarse) la primera semana de enero de 2022. Los beneficios de Test to Stay: dado el nivel más bajo de COVID-19 en las escuelas, los estudiantes expuestos en la escuela tendrán la oportunidad de permanecer en la escuela recibiendo aprendizaje en persona y minimizar el impacto que la cuarentena ha tenido en su educación. Esto se llama cuarentena modificada y requiere que los estudiantes continúen usando máscaras durante cualquier actividad que no requiera su uso, por ejemplo, banda, atletismo, etc., hasta el día ocho (8). Los estudiantes deben permanecer sin síntomas y se les realizarán dos pruebas durante su período de cuarentena. Puede ayudar a acelerar el proceso firmando y enviando de regreso el formulario de consentimiento para la prueba rápida con hisopo nasal BinaxNOW, a menos que ya lo haya hecho este año. Los formularios están disponibles en la oficina principal de cada escuela.   Para los estudiantes que estuvieron expuestos fuera del día escolar (en casa, actividades extracurriculares, etc.), tendremos disponible el proceso Test to Return. Este proceso permitirá a los estudiantes regresar 8 días después de una exposición con cualquier prueba de antígeno negativo o una prueba pcr COVID-19 realizada entre el quinto y el séptimo día.   Como siempre, los estudiantes vacunados que no presenten síntomas no tienen que ponerse en cuarentena o realizarse una prueba para quedarse. Compartiremos más detalles sobre este programa a principios de enero. Proceso de 5 pasos para padres y familias

VIETNAMESE Là một phần trong sự cam kết nhằm tăng cường học trực tiếp cho tất cả học sinh, vui mừng được hợp tác với OHA / ODE, chúng tôi sẽ bắt đầu chương trình Xét Nghiệm Để Ở Lại Trường vào tuần đầu tiên của Tháng 1 Năm 2022.   Những ích lợi của Xét Nghiệm Để Ở Lại: Với mức COVID-19 thấp hơn trong trường, học sinh tiếp xúc gần tại trường sẽ có cơ hội tiếp tục học trực tiếp và giảm bớt các ảnh hưởng về sự cách ly trong việc học của học sinh. Được gọi là cách ly đã sửa đổi và yêu cầu học sinh tiếp tục đeo khẩu trang trong bất kỳ hoạt động nào mà không yêu cầu đeo khẩu trang, ví dụ như tham gia ban nhạc, thể thao, v.v., cho đến ngày thứ tám (8). Học sinh phải không có triệu chứng và được cung cấp hai lần xét nghiệm trong thời gian cách ly. Quý vị có thể giúp đẩy nhanh quá trình này bằng cách ký và gửi lại đơn chấp thuận cho xét nghiệm BinaxNOW, trừ khi đã làm đơn rồi trong năm nay. Các đơn có sẵn tại văn phòng của mỗi trường.   Đối với những học sinh tiếp xúc gần ngoài giờ học (ở nhà, hoạt động ngoại khóa, v.v.), chúng tôi sẽ cung cấp tiến trình Xét Nghiệm Để Trở Lại. Tiến trình này sẽ cho phép học sinh trở lại vào Ngày thứ 8 sau khi phơi nhiễm với bất kỳ kháng nguyên âm tính hoặc xét nghiệm pcr COVID-19 được thực hiện trong khoảng thời gian từ ngày 5-7.   Như mọi lần, những học sinh đã được chích ngừa mà không có các triệu chứng không phải cách ly hoặc Xét Nghiệm Để Ở Lại. Chúng tôi sẽ chia sẻ cụ thể hơn về chương trình này vào đầu tháng Giêng Quy trình 5 bước dành cho cha mẹ và gia đình

CHINESE 作为我们为所有学生增加亲身学习的承诺的一部分，我们很高兴地宣布，我们与OHA/ODE合作将在2022年1月的第一周启动“Test to Stay”项目。   Test to Stay的好处: 鉴于学校中 COVID-19 较低，在校内接触的学生将有机会继续进行亲身学习并最大限度地减少隔离对他们在教育上的影响。这称为改良隔离，要求学生在任何不需要戴口罩的活动（例如乐队、田径运动等）中继续戴口罩，直到第八 (8) 天。 学生必须保持无症状，并在隔离期间接受两次测试。 您可以签名并交回 BinaxNOW 快速鼻拭测试同意书，帮助加快流程，除非您今年已做了。 表格可在每所学校的办公室拿取。   对于校外（在家里、课外活动等）接触的学生，我们将提供Test to Return项目。在接触后5-7天进行antigen(抗原) 或pcr COVID-19测试，如果测试结果是阴性的学生，这一项目将允许他们在第8天返回学校。     与往常一样，没有症状的接种过疫苗的学生不需要隔离或Test to Stay。我们将在一月初分享关于这个项目的更多细节。父母和家人的 5 步流程

RUSSIAN В рамках нашего постоянного стремления к увеличению количества очного обучения для всех учащихся мы рады сообщить, что в партнёрстве с Управлением здравоохранения Орегона/Департментом образования Орегона (OHA/ODE) мы запускаем программу “Test to Stay” в первую неделю января 2022 г.   Преимущества “Теста, чтобы остаться” (Test to Stay): учитывая более низкий уровень COVID-19 в школах, учащиеся, оказавшиеся в контакте с заболевшим в школе, будут иметь возможность продолжить обучение в очной форме и минимизировать влияние карантина на их образование. Это называется модифицированным карантином и требует, чтобы учащиеся продолжали носить маски во время любой деятельности, даже при которой обычно не требуется их использование, например, во время игры в оркестре, занятий лёгкой атлетикой и т. д., до восьмого дня (8). У учащихся не должны наблюдаться симптомы и им будет предложено пройти два теста во время карантинного периода. Вы можете ускорить процесс, подписав и отправив документ о согласии на экспресс-тест “BinaxNOW” с мазком из носа, если вы ещё не сделали это в этом году. Бланки доступны в главном офисе каждой школы.   Для учащихся, оказавшихся в контакте с заболевшим вне школьного дня (дома, на внеклассных мероприятиях и т. д.), у нас будет доступен процесс «Тест для возврата». Этот процесс позволит учащимся вернуться на 8-й день после контакта с заболевшим с любым отрицательным тестом на антиген или pcr COVID-19, сделанным между 5-7 днями со дня контакта.   Как всегда, вакцинированные учашиеся, у которых нет симптомов, не должны помещаться в карантин или проходить тестирование, чтобы остаться. Подробнее об этой программе мы расскажем в начале января. 5-этапный процесс для родителей и семей

SOMALI Iyada oo ay qeyb ka tahay ballanqaadkayaga joogtada ah ee ku aadan sidii loo kordhin lahaa inay dhammaan ardaydu waxbarashada ku qaataan fasalada dhexdooda, waxaan ku faraxsanahay inaan ku dhawaaqno inaan iskaashiga aan la sameynay OHA/ODE waxaanan bilaabi doonaa barnaamijka Baaritaan Ku Joog(Test to Stay) todobaadka ugu horeeya bisha Janaayo 2022.   Faa’iidooyinka Baaritaan Ku Joog (Test to Stay): Marka la eego heerka hoose COVID-19 ee dugsiyada, ardayda xanuunka fayruska ka qaada dugsigu waxay heli doonaa fursad ay ku jooga dugsiga si ay waxbarashadoodii ay fasalada ku qaadanayeen u sii wataan iyo in la yareeyo saameynta muddo ay ardaydu ka maqnaanayaan fasalada dugsiyadooda. Tani waxaa lagu magacaabaa iskaliyeynta la horumariyey taasi oo ardayda looga baahan inay sii wadaan xirashada afsaabka inta lagu gudo jiro hawl kasta oo la qabanayo taasi oo u baahneyn isticmaalkeeda, tusaale ahaan, kooxda muusikada, ciyaaraha, iwm., ilaa maalinta sideedaad(8).  Ardaydu waa noqdaan kuwa ay ka suuleen calaamadihii fayruska iyaga oo la siin doono labo baaritaan inta ay ku guda jiraan waqtiga iskaliyeynta.  Waxaad gacan ka geysan kartaan sidii aad u caawin lahaydeen sidii loo dedejin lahaa nidaamka idinka oo saxeexeaya soona celinaya foomka oggolaanshaha BinaxNOW oo ah baaritaanka degdeg ah ee sanka fayriska laga baarayo, haddii aanad sanadkii hore bixin oggolaansha. Foomamka waxaa laga heli karaa xafiiska dugsi kasta.   Ardayda xanuunka fayriska ka soo qaada meel ka baxsan dugsiga(guriga, hawlaha manhajyada dheeraadka ah, iwm), waxa ay heli doonaa nidaamka Baar oo Ku Soo Noqo. Nidaamkani wuxuu u oggolaanayaa ardayda inay dugsiga ku soo noqdaan Maalinta 8aad ka dib marka ay baaritaanta degdeg ee COVID-19 ee la yiraa pcr kaasi oo la qaadayo inta u dhaxaysa maalmaha 5naad ilaa 7aad.   Sida caadiga ah, ardayda tallaalan ee ayna ka muuqan wax calaamadaha xanuunka iyaga lama kaliyeynayo ama lagama qaadayo Baaritaan Ku Joog. Waxaan idinla wadaagi doonaa waxyaabo fara badan oo ku saabsan barnaamijka bilowga bisha Janaayo. Habka 5-tallaabo ee waalidiinta iyo qoysaska

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OG Night at the Trailblazers

Be sure to get your tickets for Ockley Green Middle School Night!  The flyer is linked

 

SUN School Fundraiser

SUN School has a fundraiser with the Tree Lot on N Lombard and Chautauqua. If you go to buy a tree mention Ockley Green SUN School and they will donate $10 to our SUN Program. 

 

 SEI has been a pillar in the community for 40 years .We serve our families 24/7, 365 days a year. We run programs that others don’t, to fill the gaps for our community .As we continue to grow our programs and services, we come up short and must rely on the generosity of donors.SEI must fundraise an additional [$10,000] for each SUN site to meet our families’ needs and maintain our quality of service. Help us fill this gap so we can continue providing high quality programs.  If you are feeling generous and would like to make a donation please scan the code below or click this link https://www.selfenhancement.org/ockley.

Latinx Literacy Summit

This summit will explore the many ways Latinx learners can be better served at home and at school. Attendees will learn about the challenges of learning to read in English, how to distinguish between second language difficulties or Dyslexia, and how parents can support their children at home and at school. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/latinx-literacy-summit-tools-for-families-and-educators-registration-206667948397 

Dental Sealants

Greetings Parents/Guardians,

Multnomah County’s School and Community Oral Health Program is offering Free sealants and dental screening. A dental screening is a quick look inside your child’s mouth to check the overall health of their teeth, and sealants will be placed if needed.

This service is available for students in 2nd, 3rd, 6th, 7th, and 8th grades.

What questions do you have? Please call us at 503-988-3905.

To use this FREE service please fill out the electronic permission slip at this link:

 

-------------------------------https://forms.gle/WBUTM9brbacGVAhj6-----------------------------

  

Saludos Patres/Tutores,

El programa de salud oral escolar y comunitaria del condado de Multnomah ofrece selladores y exámenes dentales gratuitos. Una revisión dental es un vistazo rápido dentro de la boca de su hijo/a para revisar la salud general de los dientes y se les aplicará los selladores. 

 

Este servicio está disponible para estudiantes de segundo, tercero, sexto, séptimo y octavo grado.

¿Necesitas ayuda? ¿Tiene preguntas? Llámenos al 503-988-3905

 

Para usar este servicio gratis, complete este permiso electrónico:

 

https://forms.gle/WBUTM9brbacGVAhj6

 

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Приветствую родителей / опекунов,

 

Бесплатные зубные защитные покрытия и стоматологический осмотр предлагаются в ближайшем к вам центре. Стоматологический осмотр - это быстрый осмотр рта вашего ребенка, чтобы проверить общее состояние зубов, и при необходимости нанести зубные защитные покрытия.

Нужна помощь? Есть вопросы? Позвоните нам по

503-988-3905

 

Чтобы воспользоваться этой БЕСПЛАТНОЙ услугой, заполните электронный бланк разрешения по этой ссылке:

https://forms.gle/WBUTM9brbacGVAhj6

2021-22 30-Day Notice for Statewide Tests and Opt-out Form

Parent request for opting out of Oregon Summative Assessments (ELA and Math).  The forms are linked here

 

Lunch Clubs 

A full list of clubs, and their descriptions, can be found at the Ockley Green website.  Here is a direct link to the Lunch Clubs site.  NOTE:  You can only access this site from a PPS account.  Have your student log into their account, on their Chromebook, phone or other device, and show you the site!  

 

OR - here is a schedule of clubs throughout the week, for a quick view.

 

Ockley Green Lunch Clubs - Weekly Schedule

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
OG Student Council Trotter, Soto, Avy H. Rm. 113 Max:  16	Board Games, DnD, Magic the    Gathering Host:  Halbig Rm. 207 Max: 16	Anime & Manga Club Host:  Ms. Kray Art Room - 101	Table-top Games, DnD Host:  Usselman Rm. 225	Anime & Manga Club Host:  Ms. Kray Art Room - 101
Book Club & Battle of the Books Host:  Graham Rm:  Library Max:  30	Girl BOSS & Girl Power Zine Club Host:  Mendiola Rm. 215	GSA Hosts:  Elizabeth, Trotter, Galen Rm: Library	Drawing, Rubik’s Cube and Quiet Lunch Space Host:  Curtis Rm. 214	Drawing & Coloring Club Host:  Sheridan Rm. 103 Max:  8
Sports Club Hosts:  Mr. Damon, Ms. Kate & Mr. Signorelli Rm:  Gym Max:  30	Rubik's Cube Club Host:  Broderick Rm:  Library Max:  15	Batman & Xmen Club Host:  Decker Rm. 202	Gamer’s Club Host:  Mr. Lawson SUN portable Max:  10	Viewing/Fan Club  - “Gravity Falls,” “Duck Tales” or. . .?? Host:  Ms. Trotter Rm. 218
Ukulele Club Host:  Mr. L.  Rm:  102/104 Max:  20	Gamer’s Club Host:  Mr. Lawson SUN portable Max:  10	Latinx Club Hosts:  Krakow & Jessica Cisneros-Flores Rm. 142 Max:  12	Ukulele Club Host:  Mr. L.  Rm:  102/104 Max:  20	Sports Club Hosts:  Mr. Damon, Ms. Kate & Mr. Signorelli Rm:  Gym Max:  30
		Sports Club Hosts:  Mr. Damon, Ms. Kate & Mr. Signorelli Rm:  Gym Max:  30

 

Questions, concerns or suggestions can be directed to Tristan Trotter, speech-language pathologist at Ockley Green!

 

Winter 2021 Ockley Green Family Survey - OPEN NOW

The Ockley Green Middle School community would love your feedback about how this year is going so far.  Here are the links - English, Vietnamese, Chinese, Spanish

OHSU Optional COVID testing 

Our optional OHSU COVID testing resumes this week.  If your student is participating (if we received their labels from OHSU then they received test kits) they have already received their test kits for the next three weeks (December 1, 8 & 15).  These tests need to be returned no later than 9:30 a.m. every Wednesday in the main office.  Any questions, please reach out to Shakyla Mosley - smosley@pps.net 

 

How Can I Access Pediatric Vaccination Information? 

Families can check with their child’s pediatrician; or

• Log into Multnomah County Health Department’s vaccine locator website and:
• Enter their address or zip code under “Location.”
• Click “Search”
• Click “Filter Your Results”
• Click “Pfizer age 5-11” under Vaccine Type.
• Click “Apply Filters” under Date Range.
• View the list of Pediatric Vaccine Clinics under Provider Information.
• Contact the Pediatric Vaccine Clinic provider for appointment information.

 

OGMS Yearbook 2021-2022

Order your yearbook today! The order deadline is 3/18/22.  The yearbook ID code: 13579022.  The link is ybpay.com.  School Name:  Ockley Green School   Cost is $15

 

COVID SCREENING TESTING UPDATE (FROM THE DISTRICT)

Congratulations!! We have successfully launched our program district wide! PPS families across the district have been offered the opportunity to participate in this program. Thank you! Below are some reminders and updates.

Results:

OHSU will provide results directly to families

• All Positive and Inconclusive results will receive a phone call from OHSU
• OHSU is not permitted to share results with PPS, so we are dependent upon families to inform us of the results. Please be sure to report ALL Positive and Inconclusive results to their school.
• If families have not received their information from OHSU, please encourage them to check their SPAM folders, ensure they have the correct email address listed as primary in Synergy ParentVUE and that they can reach out to OHSU directly at 833-376-1027 or K12covidtesting@ohsuhealthmarketing.com for further support.

 

Please remind your families that if the student has had COVID in the last 3 months that they should NOT submit a sample as they are likely to test positive with this screening test.

Resources:

• PPS COVID-19 Screening Testing for Students (OHSU Partnership) Webpage

• OHSU K12 Screening Program Webpage: This is a useful resource to share with families.

 

ParentVUE Sign-up Information

ParentVUE is a tool provided by our Synergy Student Information System.  Most families should’ve received activation letters previously.  More information about ParentVUE open the document that is linked 

Food Delivery Apps/Services During the School Day

We ask that students not use food delivery apps or services during the school day.  Students using such apps and or services (or contacting restaurants for delivery) is disruptive to classes and the overall school climate.  It also presents logistical issues for office staff and those supervising lunch.  Families may drop off items for their students for lunch and free hot lunch is available for all students.  Any food delivered by delivery app or from restaurants will be held in the office until the school day ends and then will be available to students at that time. 

 

Community Resources 

• Emergency Rental Assistance:  The impacts of Covid-19 continue to impact many families financially.  If you are at risk of eviction or behind on rent, programs may be available to help.  Please contact School Social Worker Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) to see if you qualify.  
• Asistencia de Emergencia Para el Alquiler: Los impactos de Covid-19 continúan afectando financieramente a muchas familias. Si tiene un alquiler atrasado, es posible que haya programas disponibles para ayudarlo. Comuníquese con la trabajadora social de la escuela Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) 

 

Updated Visitor Guidance 

Families are encouraged to review the updated PPS visitor guidance at this link. Changes include opportunities for drop-off and pick-up in the building.

 

Lost and Found 

Please encourage your child to check the lost and found right inside the doors of the main entrance for any items they may have misplaced during the day.  Due to space limitations we are not able to hold items for extended periods of time and items not claimed in a timely manner will unfortunately need to be disposed of by OGMS. 

 

Chromebooks Reminder

Students are asked to bring their fully charged Chromebook to school daily.  These devices are important for many in class activities as well as for use during some of our DragonTime/Flex classes.  Loaner devices are limited so students bringing their own fully charged Chromebook helps ensure that they can fully participate. 

 

Indoor Lunch Times

While we have been fortunate to frequently be able to utilize outdoor lunch spaces with the aid of several canopies and mild weather we do occasionally need to call for ‘indoor’ lunch.  This means our lunch periods are split.  A schedule is linked here.  We will continue to work to improve our students’ indoor and outdoor lunch experiences. 

 

Supporting Social Distancing

While we continue to make efforts to support social distancing at school families are also asked to remind students of the importance of social distancing when possible including after school, during transitions, and during lunch/in the lunchline.  We appreciate our students' efforts around masks, social distancing, and regular hand washing/sanitizing as we all work together to make this school year as safe as possible for students, families, and staff. 

 

Isolation/Quarantine Enrichment Lessons for Students

If a student is home for isolation or quarantine reasons, there are enrichment lessons for students to engage in.  They can be found at https://sites.google.com/pps.net/ppsquarantinelessons/home 

 

 Covid-19 Symptom checker 

Students and families are asked to utilize this symptom checker to self-screen daily for COVID symptoms prior to coming to school.

 

 

OG Full/A/B Calendar

OG Back to School Letter 

 

OG Back to School Letter -Spanish

January 14th, 2022

Weekly OGMS Family Communication

 

Hello OG Families,

Thank you for your patience and support during this challenging time with the uptick in staff and student illnesses.  As you are aware of, we made the difficult decision to extend temporary online learning through January 21st.  Our hope is that additional time will allow our students and families to get well in addition to our dedicated Ockley Green staff.  Our attendance  this past week was an increase from the first week of January.  With the opportunity for our teachers with symptoms to teach online, we were able to minimize the number of guest teachers this week.  Dr. Green, Ms. Joyner and I visited many online classes and are happy to report that engagement was high and there was meaningful and purposeful instruction taking place in classes.  We will continue to follow a 7 period day while we are in temporary distance learning.  If your student is not able to attend school, please let us know by emailing Dr. Green at agreenmitchell@pps.net or myself - tmckey@pps.net  It is also important to keep us updated if your student has tested positive for covid.  Also, grab and go lunch is available for pick-up next week Tuesday - Friday at the ainsworth entrance between 11 - 1.  You are also able to pick up at Faubion or Roosevelt, if those sites are closer to your home.  

 

Dr. Tania McKey

Interim Principal - Ockley Green

 

Your counselors and student support team are here to help!  For check-ins, mental health support, or just to chat email, call, or text.  We are available during school hours to connect:

• Jillian Stone(Counselor A-K): jstone@pps.net; 971-231-5058
• Galen Dickstein (Counselor, L-Z): gdickstein@pps.net; 971-231-4976
• Avy Harris (Social Worker) rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634
• Amelia Cates (School Climate Specialist) acates@pps.net; 971-238-7483

 

If you need immediate assistance in a crisis please see phone #’s below:

• Multnomah County Crisis Line - Mental Health Crisis Line for youth and adults 503-988-4888 
• Crisis Line - Text resource to connect with a mental health counselor by text
• Text “HOME” to 741-741
• Youthline ALL youth in crisis
•  https://oregonyouthline.org/
• Trevor Project - LGBTQ+ Crisis Resource
• 866-850-8078 (866-4-U-TREVOR) - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

 

Ockley Green Clean-Up Day - Saturday, February 26th, 2022

Please mark your calendars for our Ockley Green clean up day on Saturday, February 26th from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  There is no sign-up required.  We will have donuts, coffee and water available at 9:00 a.m. and we will work until finished or 1:00 p.m.  Please bring lawn and gardening tools as well as gloves and appropriate clothes for working outside.  We need help with picking up trash, spreading mulch, trimming, working in the garden, assembling benches and other items that present themselves.  

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Updated Lunch Information

With more students choosing to eat in the cafeteria due to the inclement weather and the continued need to be able to contact trace we’ve adjusted our lunch planning slightly.  We will continue to have two lunches to best facilitate supervision while also continuing to offer students the option every day to eat indoors or outdoors at their discretion.  For those eating indoors we’ve added assigned seating by class so each student who opts to eat indoors has a specific place at a specific table to eat at on any given day.  This helps ensure our ability to identify any students who may have been close to a specific student if we need to do so to support our public health efforts.  This practice is similar to what we’ve done in classrooms to track student contacts.  

 

Dental Sealants

Greetings Parents/Guardians,

Multnomah County’s School and Community Oral Health Program is offering Free sealants and dental screening. A dental screening is a quick look inside your child’s mouth to check the overall health of their teeth, and sealants will be placed if needed.

This service is available for students in 2nd, 3rd, 6th, 7th, and 8th grades.

What questions do you have? Please call us at 503-988-3905.

To use this FREE service please fill out the electronic permission slip at this link:

 

-------------------------------https://forms.gle/WBUTM9brbacGVAhj6-----------------------------

  

Saludos Patres/Tutores,

El programa de salud oral escolar y comunitaria del condado de Multnomah ofrece selladores y exámenes dentales gratuitos. Una revisión dental es un vistazo rápido dentro de la boca de su hijo/a para revisar la salud general de los dientes y se les aplicará los selladores. 

 

Este servicio está disponible para estudiantes de segundo, tercero, sexto, séptimo y octavo grado.

¿Necesitas ayuda? ¿Tiene preguntas? Llámenos al 503-988-3905

 

Para usar este servicio gratis, complete este permiso electrónico:

 

https://forms.gle/WBUTM9brbacGVAhj6

 

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Приветствую родителей / опекунов,

 

Бесплатные зубные защитные покрытия и стоматологический осмотр предлагаются в ближайшем к вам центре. Стоматологический осмотр - это быстрый осмотр рта вашего ребенка, чтобы проверить общее состояние зубов, и при необходимости нанести зубные защитные покрытия.

Нужна помощь? Есть вопросы? Позвоните нам по

503-988-3905

 

Чтобы воспользоваться этой БЕСПЛАТНОЙ услугой, заполните электронный бланк разрешения по этой ссылке:

https://forms.gle/WBUTM9brbacGVAhj6

Community Resources 

• Emergency Rental Assistance:  The impacts of Covid-19 continue to impact many families financially.  If you are at risk of eviction or behind on rent, programs may be available to help.  Please contact School Social Worker Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) to see if you qualify.  
• Asistencia de Emergencia Para el Alquiler: Los impactos de Covid-19 continúan afectando financieramente a muchas familias. Si tiene un alquiler atrasado, es posible que haya programas disponibles para ayudarlo. Comuníquese con la trabajadora social de la escuela Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) 

 

Chromebook Care

Many of the student Chromebooks are having issues that require repair.  Families are not charged for repairs, but please discuss proper care of Chromebooks with your students. They should not be slammed shut or treated roughly, but they are expected to come to school each day fully charged.  

 

OG Night at the Trailblazers

Be sure to get your tickets for Ockley Green Middle School Night!  The flyer is linked

 

Latinx Literacy Summit

This summit will explore the many ways Latinx learners can be better served at home and at school. Attendees will learn about the challenges of learning to read in English, how to distinguish between second language difficulties or Dyslexia, and how parents can support their children at home and at school. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/latinx-literacy-summit-tools-for-families-and-educators-registration-206667948397 

 

2021-22 30-Day Notice for Statewide Tests and Opt-out Form

Parent request for opting out of Oregon Summative Assessments (ELA and Math).  The forms are linked here

 

Lunch Clubs 

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
OG Student Council Trotter, Soto, Avy H. Rm. 113 Max:  16	Board Games, DnD, Magic the    Gathering Host:  Halbig Rm. 207 Max: 16	Anime & Manga Club Host:  Ms. Kray Art Room - 101	Table-top Games, DnD Host:  Usselman Rm. 225	Anime & Manga Club Host:  Ms. Kray Art Room - 101
Book Club & Battle of the Books Host:  Graham Rm:  Library Max:  30	Girl BOSS & Girl Power Zine Club Host:  Mendiola Rm. 215	GSA Hosts:  Elizabeth, Trotter, Galen Rm: Library	Drawing, Rubik’s Cube and Quiet Lunch Space Host:  Curtis Rm. 214	Drawing & Coloring Club Host:  Sheridan Rm. 103 Max:  8
Sports Club Hosts:  Mr. Damon, Ms. Kate & Mr. Signorelli Rm:  Gym Max:  30	Rubik's Cube Club Host:  Broderick Rm:  Library Max:  15	Batman & Xmen Club Host:  Decker Rm. 202	Gamer’s Club Host:  Mr. Lawson SUN portable Max:  10	Viewing/Fan Club  - “Gravity Falls,” “Duck Tales” or. . .?? Host:  Ms. Trotter Rm. 218
Ukulele Club Host:  Mr. L.  Rm:  102/104 Max:  20	Gamer’s Club Host:  Mr. Lawson SUN portable Max:  10	Latinx Club Hosts:  Krakow & Jessica Cisneros-Flores Rm. 142 Max:  12	Ukulele Club Host:  Mr. L.  Rm:  102/104 Max:  20	Sports Club Hosts:  Mr. Damon, Ms. Kate & Mr. Signorelli Rm:  Gym Max:  30
		Sports Club Hosts:  Mr. Damon, Ms. Kate & Mr. Signorelli Rm:  Gym Max:  30

OHSU Optional COVID testing 

Our optional OHSU COVID testing resumes this week.  If your student is participating (if we received their labels from OHSU then they received test kits) they have already received their test kits for the next three weeks (January 12th, 19th, 26th ).  These tests need to be returned no later than 10:30. every Wednesday in the main office.  Any questions, please reach out to Shakyla Mosley - smosley@pps.net 

 

How Can I Access Pediatric Vaccination Information? 

Families can check with their child’s pediatrician; or

• Log into Multnomah County Health Department’s vaccine locator website and:
• Enter their address or zip code under “Location.”
• Click “Search”
• Click “Filter Your Results”
• Click “Pfizer age 5-11” under Vaccine Type.
• Click “Apply Filters” under Date Range.
• View the list of Pediatric Vaccine Clinics under Provider Information.
• Contact the Pediatric Vaccine Clinic provider for appointment information.

 

OGMS Yearbook 2021-2022

Order your yearbook today! The order deadline is 3/18/22.  The yearbook ID code: 13579022.  The link is ybpay.com.  School Name:  Ockley Green School   Cost is $15

 

COVID SCREENING TESTING UPDATE (FROM THE DISTRICT)

Congratulations!! We have successfully launched our program district wide! PPS families across the district have been offered the opportunity to participate in this program. Thank you! Below are some reminders and updates.

Results:

OHSU will provide results directly to families

• All Positive and Inconclusive results will receive a phone call from OHSU
• OHSU is not permitted to share results with PPS, so we are dependent upon families to inform us of the results. Please be sure to report ALL Positive and Inconclusive results to their school.
• If families have not received their information from OHSU, please encourage them to check their SPAM folders, ensure they have the correct email address listed as primary in Synergy ParentVUE and that they can reach out to OHSU directly at 833-376-1027 or K12covidtesting@ohsuhealthmarketing.com for further support.

 

Please remind your families that if the student has had COVID in the last 3 months that they should NOT submit a sample as they are likely to test positive with this screening test.

Resources:

• PPS COVID-19 Screening Testing for Students (OHSU Partnership) Webpage

• OHSU K12 Screening Program Webpage: This is a useful resource to share with families.

 

ParentVUE Sign-up Information

ParentVUE is a tool provided by our Synergy Student Information System.  Most families should’ve received activation letters previously.  More information about ParentVUE open the document that is linked 

Food Delivery Apps/Services During the School Day

We ask that students not use food delivery apps or services during the school day.  Students using such apps and or services (or contacting restaurants for delivery) is disruptive to classes and the overall school climate.  It also presents logistical issues for office staff and those supervising lunch.  Families may drop off items for their students for lunch and free hot lunch is available for all students.  Any food delivered by delivery app or from restaurants will be held in the office until the school day ends and then will be available to students at that time. 

 

Community Resources 

• Emergency Rental Assistance:  The impacts of Covid-19 continue to impact many families financially.  If you are at risk of eviction or behind on rent, programs may be available to help.  Please contact School Social Worker Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) to see if you qualify.  
• Asistencia de Emergencia Para el Alquiler: Los impactos de Covid-19 continúan afectando financieramente a muchas familias. Si tiene un alquiler atrasado, es posible que haya programas disponibles para ayudarlo. Comuníquese con la trabajadora social de la escuela Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) 

 

Chromebooks Reminder

Students are asked to bring their fully charged Chromebook to school daily.  These devices are important for many in class activities as well as for use during some of our DragonTime/Flex classes.  Loaner devices are limited so students bringing their own fully charged Chromebook helps ensure that they can fully participate. 

Supporting Social Distancing

While we continue to make efforts to support social distancing at school families are also asked to remind students of the importance of social distancing when possible including after school, during transitions, and during lunch/in the lunchline.  We appreciate our students' efforts around masks, social distancing, and regular hand washing/sanitizing as we all work together to make this school year as safe as possible for students, families, and staff. 

 

 

January 7th, 2022

Weekly OGMS Family Communication

Hello OG Families,

We enjoyed having students and staff back together this week following Winter Break.  While the rain and wind throughout the week weren’t the most welcoming, we were happy many students got to enjoy the sunny day during lunch and recess today.  Please see below for new (and repeat) announcements including information about our updated lunch procedures and dental sealants. 

 

Dr. Tania McKey

Interim Principal - Ockley Green

 

Updated Lunch Information

With more students choosing to eat in the cafeteria due to the inclement weather and the continued need to be able to contact trace we’ve adjusted our lunch planning slightly.  We will continue to have two lunches to best facilitate supervision while also continuing to offer students the option every day to eat indoors or outdoors at their discretion.  For those eating indoors we’ve added assigned seating by class so each student who opts to eat indoors has a specific place at a specific table to eat at on any given day.  This helps ensure our ability to identify any students who may have been close to a specific student if we need to do so to support our public health efforts.  This practice is similar to what we’ve done in classrooms to track student contacts.  

 

Dental Sealants

Greetings Parents/Guardians,

Multnomah County’s School and Community Oral Health Program is offering Free sealants and dental screening. A dental screening is a quick look inside your child’s mouth to check the overall health of their teeth, and sealants will be placed if needed.

This service is available for students in 2nd, 3rd, 6th, 7th, and 8th grades.

What questions do you have? Please call us at 503-988-3905.

To use this FREE service please fill out the electronic permission slip at this link:

 

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Saludos Patres/Tutores,

El programa de salud oral escolar y comunitaria del condado de Multnomah ofrece selladores y exámenes dentales gratuitos. Una revisión dental es un vistazo rápido dentro de la boca de su hijo/a para revisar la salud general de los dientes y se les aplicará los selladores. 

 

Este servicio está disponible para estudiantes de segundo, tercero, sexto, séptimo y octavo grado.

¿Necesitas ayuda? ¿Tiene preguntas? Llámenos al 503-988-3905

 

Para usar este servicio gratis, complete este permiso electrónico:

 

https://forms.gle/WBUTM9brbacGVAhj6

 

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Приветствую родителей / опекунов,

 

Бесплатные зубные защитные покрытия и стоматологический осмотр предлагаются в ближайшем к вам центре. Стоматологический осмотр - это быстрый осмотр рта вашего ребенка, чтобы проверить общее состояние зубов, и при необходимости нанести зубные защитные покрытия.

Нужна помощь? Есть вопросы? Позвоните нам по

503-988-3905

 

Чтобы воспользоваться этой БЕСПЛАТНОЙ услугой, заполните электронный бланк разрешения по этой ссылке:

https://forms.gle/WBUTM9brbacGVAhj6

Repeated

 

Isolation/Quarantine Enrichment Lessons for Students

If a student is home for isolation or quarantine reasons, there are enrichment lessons for students to engage in.  They can be found at https://sites.google.com/pps.net/ppsquarantinelessons/home 

Community Resources 

• Emergency Rental Assistance:  The impacts of Covid-19 continue to impact many families financially.  If you are at risk of eviction or behind on rent, programs may be available to help.  Please contact School Social Worker Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) to see if you qualify.  
• Asistencia de Emergencia Para el Alquiler: Los impactos de Covid-19 continúan afectando financieramente a muchas familias. Si tiene un alquiler atrasado, es posible que haya programas disponibles para ayudarlo. Comuníquese con la trabajadora social de la escuela Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) 

Chromebook Care

Many of the student Chromebooks are having issues that require repair.  Families are not charged for repairs, but please discuss proper care of Chromebooks with your students. They should not be slammed shut or treated roughly, but they are expected to come to school each day fully charged.  

 

Test to Stay - Beginning January 3rd, 2022

 

ENGLISH As part of our ongoing commitment to increase in-person learning for all students, we are pleased to announce that in partnership with OHA/ODE we will start the Test to Stay program the first week of January of 2022.  Benefits of Test to Stay: Given the lower level of COVID-19 in schools, students exposed at school will have the opportunity to stay in in-person learning and minimize the impact quarantine has had on their education. This is called a modified quarantine and requires students to continue to wear masks during any activity that does not require its use, for example band, athletics, etc., until day eight (8). Students must remain symptom free and will be provided two tests during their quarantine period. You can help expedite the process by signing and returning the consent form for the BinaxNOW rapid nasal swab test, unless you already did it this year. Forms are available in the front office of each school.  For students who were exposed outside of the school day (at home, extracurricular activities, etc), we will have available the Test to Return process. This process will allow students to return on Day 8 after an exposure with any negative antigen or pcr COVID-19 test performed between days 5-7.   As always, vaccinated students who do not have symptoms do not have to quarantine or Test to Stay. We will share more specifics about this program in early January. 5-Step Process for Parents and Families

SPANISH Como parte de nuestro compromiso continuo de aumentar el aprendizaje en persona para todos los estudiantes, nos complace anunciar que, en asociación con OHA/ODE, comenzaremos el programa Test to Stay (hágase la prueba para quedarse) la primera semana de enero de 2022. Los beneficios de Test to Stay: dado el nivel más bajo de COVID-19 en las escuelas, los estudiantes expuestos en la escuela tendrán la oportunidad de permanecer en la escuela recibiendo aprendizaje en persona y minimizar el impacto que la cuarentena ha tenido en su educación. Esto se llama cuarentena modificada y requiere que los estudiantes continúen usando máscaras durante cualquier actividad que no requiera su uso, por ejemplo, banda, atletismo, etc., hasta el día ocho (8). Los estudiantes deben permanecer sin síntomas y se les realizarán dos pruebas durante su período de cuarentena. Puede ayudar a acelerar el proceso firmando y enviando de regreso el formulario de consentimiento para la prueba rápida con hisopo nasal BinaxNOW, a menos que ya lo haya hecho este año. Los formularios están disponibles en la oficina principal de cada escuela.   Para los estudiantes que estuvieron expuestos fuera del día escolar (en casa, actividades extracurriculares, etc.), tendremos disponible el proceso Test to Return. Este proceso permitirá a los estudiantes regresar 8 días después de una exposición con cualquier prueba de antígeno negativo o una prueba pcr COVID-19 realizada entre el quinto y el séptimo día.   Como siempre, los estudiantes vacunados que no presenten síntomas no tienen que ponerse en cuarentena o realizarse una prueba para quedarse. Compartiremos más detalles sobre este programa a principios de enero. Proceso de 5 pasos para padres y familias

VIETNAMESE Là một phần trong sự cam kết nhằm tăng cường học trực tiếp cho tất cả học sinh, vui mừng được hợp tác với OHA / ODE, chúng tôi sẽ bắt đầu chương trình Xét Nghiệm Để Ở Lại Trường vào tuần đầu tiên của Tháng 1 Năm 2022.   Những ích lợi của Xét Nghiệm Để Ở Lại: Với mức COVID-19 thấp hơn trong trường, học sinh tiếp xúc gần tại trường sẽ có cơ hội tiếp tục học trực tiếp và giảm bớt các ảnh hưởng về sự cách ly trong việc học của học sinh. Được gọi là cách ly đã sửa đổi và yêu cầu học sinh tiếp tục đeo khẩu trang trong bất kỳ hoạt động nào mà không yêu cầu đeo khẩu trang, ví dụ như tham gia ban nhạc, thể thao, v.v., cho đến ngày thứ tám (8). Học sinh phải không có triệu chứng và được cung cấp hai lần xét nghiệm trong thời gian cách ly. Quý vị có thể giúp đẩy nhanh quá trình này bằng cách ký và gửi lại đơn chấp thuận cho xét nghiệm BinaxNOW, trừ khi đã làm đơn rồi trong năm nay. Các đơn có sẵn tại văn phòng của mỗi trường.   Đối với những học sinh tiếp xúc gần ngoài giờ học (ở nhà, hoạt động ngoại khóa, v.v.), chúng tôi sẽ cung cấp tiến trình Xét Nghiệm Để Trở Lại. Tiến trình này sẽ cho phép học sinh trở lại vào Ngày thứ 8 sau khi phơi nhiễm với bất kỳ kháng nguyên âm tính hoặc xét nghiệm pcr COVID-19 được thực hiện trong khoảng thời gian từ ngày 5-7.   Như mọi lần, những học sinh đã được chích ngừa mà không có các triệu chứng không phải cách ly hoặc Xét Nghiệm Để Ở Lại. Chúng tôi sẽ chia sẻ cụ thể hơn về chương trình này vào đầu tháng Giêng Quy trình 5 bước dành cho cha mẹ và gia đình

CHINESE 作为我们为所有学生增加亲身学习的承诺的一部分，我们很高兴地宣布，我们与OHA/ODE合作将在2022年1月的第一周启动“Test to Stay”项目。   Test to Stay的好处: 鉴于学校中 COVID-19 较低，在校内接触的学生将有机会继续进行亲身学习并最大限度地减少隔离对他们在教育上的影响。这称为改良隔离，要求学生在任何不需要戴口罩的活动（例如乐队、田径运动等）中继续戴口罩，直到第八 (8) 天。 学生必须保持无症状，并在隔离期间接受两次测试。 您可以签名并交回 BinaxNOW 快速鼻拭测试同意书，帮助加快流程，除非您今年已做了。 表格可在每所学校的办公室拿取。   对于校外（在家里、课外活动等）接触的学生，我们将提供Test to Return项目。在接触后5-7天进行antigen(抗原) 或pcr COVID-19测试，如果测试结果是阴性的学生，这一项目将允许他们在第8天返回学校。     与往常一样，没有症状的接种过疫苗的学生不需要隔离或Test to Stay。我们将在一月初分享关于这个项目的更多细节。父母和家人的 5 步流程

RUSSIAN В рамках нашего постоянного стремления к увеличению количества очного обучения для всех учащихся мы рады сообщить, что в партнёрстве с Управлением здравоохранения Орегона/Департментом образования Орегона (OHA/ODE) мы запускаем программу “Test to Stay” в первую неделю января 2022 г.   Преимущества “Теста, чтобы остаться” (Test to Stay): учитывая более низкий уровень COVID-19 в школах, учащиеся, оказавшиеся в контакте с заболевшим в школе, будут иметь возможность продолжить обучение в очной форме и минимизировать влияние карантина на их образование. Это называется модифицированным карантином и требует, чтобы учащиеся продолжали носить маски во время любой деятельности, даже при которой обычно не требуется их использование, например, во время игры в оркестре, занятий лёгкой атлетикой и т. д., до восьмого дня (8). У учащихся не должны наблюдаться симптомы и им будет предложено пройти два теста во время карантинного периода. Вы можете ускорить процесс, подписав и отправив документ о согласии на экспресс-тест “BinaxNOW” с мазком из носа, если вы ещё не сделали это в этом году. Бланки доступны в главном офисе каждой школы.   Для учащихся, оказавшихся в контакте с заболевшим вне школьного дня (дома, на внеклассных мероприятиях и т. д.), у нас будет доступен процесс «Тест для возврата». Этот процесс позволит учащимся вернуться на 8-й день после контакта с заболевшим с любым отрицательным тестом на антиген или pcr COVID-19, сделанным между 5-7 днями со дня контакта.   Как всегда, вакцинированные учашиеся, у которых нет симптомов, не должны помещаться в карантин или проходить тестирование, чтобы остаться. Подробнее об этой программе мы расскажем в начале января. 5-этапный процесс для родителей и семей

SOMALI Iyada oo ay qeyb ka tahay ballanqaadkayaga joogtada ah ee ku aadan sidii loo kordhin lahaa inay dhammaan ardaydu waxbarashada ku qaataan fasalada dhexdooda, waxaan ku faraxsanahay inaan ku dhawaaqno inaan iskaashiga aan la sameynay OHA/ODE waxaanan bilaabi doonaa barnaamijka Baaritaan Ku Joog(Test to Stay) todobaadka ugu horeeya bisha Janaayo 2022.   Faa’iidooyinka Baaritaan Ku Joog (Test to Stay): Marka la eego heerka hoose COVID-19 ee dugsiyada, ardayda xanuunka fayruska ka qaada dugsigu waxay heli doonaa fursad ay ku jooga dugsiga si ay waxbarashadoodii ay fasalada ku qaadanayeen u sii wataan iyo in la yareeyo saameynta muddo ay ardaydu ka maqnaanayaan fasalada dugsiyadooda. Tani waxaa lagu magacaabaa iskaliyeynta la horumariyey taasi oo ardayda looga baahan inay sii wadaan xirashada afsaabka inta lagu gudo jiro hawl kasta oo la qabanayo taasi oo u baahneyn isticmaalkeeda, tusaale ahaan, kooxda muusikada, ciyaaraha, iwm., ilaa maalinta sideedaad(8).  Ardaydu waa noqdaan kuwa ay ka suuleen calaamadihii fayruska iyaga oo la siin doono labo baaritaan inta ay ku guda jiraan waqtiga iskaliyeynta.  Waxaad gacan ka geysan kartaan sidii aad u caawin lahaydeen sidii loo dedejin lahaa nidaamka idinka oo saxeexeaya soona celinaya foomka oggolaanshaha BinaxNOW oo ah baaritaanka degdeg ah ee sanka fayriska laga baarayo, haddii aanad sanadkii hore bixin oggolaansha. Foomamka waxaa laga heli karaa xafiiska dugsi kasta.   Ardayda xanuunka fayriska ka soo qaada meel ka baxsan dugsiga(guriga, hawlaha manhajyada dheeraadka ah, iwm), waxa ay heli doonaa nidaamka Baar oo Ku Soo Noqo. Nidaamkani wuxuu u oggolaanayaa ardayda inay dugsiga ku soo noqdaan Maalinta 8aad ka dib marka ay baaritaanta degdeg ee COVID-19 ee la yiraa pcr kaasi oo la qaadayo inta u dhaxaysa maalmaha 5naad ilaa 7aad.   Sida caadiga ah, ardayda tallaalan ee ayna ka muuqan wax calaamadaha xanuunka iyaga lama kaliyeynayo ama lagama qaadayo Baaritaan Ku Joog. Waxaan idinla wadaagi doonaa waxyaabo fara badan oo ku saabsan barnaamijka bilowga bisha Janaayo. Habka 5-tallaabo ee waalidiinta iyo qoysaska

OG Night at the Trailblazers

Be sure to get your tickets for Ockley Green Middle School Night!  The flyer is linked

 

Latinx Literacy Summit

This summit will explore the many ways Latinx learners can be better served at home and at school. Attendees will learn about the challenges of learning to read in English, how to distinguish between second language difficulties or Dyslexia, and how parents can support their children at home and at school. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/latinx-literacy-summit-tools-for-families-and-educators-registration-206667948397 

 

2021-22 30-Day Notice for Statewide Tests and Opt-out Form

Parent request for opting out of Oregon Summative Assessments (ELA and Math).  The forms are linked here

 

Lunch Clubs 

A full list of clubs, and their descriptions, can be found at the Ockley Green website.  Here is a direct link to the Lunch Clubs site.  NOTE:  You can only access this site from a PPS account.  Have your student log into their account, on their Chromebook, phone or other device, and show you the site!  

 

OR - here is a schedule of clubs throughout the week, for a quick view.

 

Ockley Green Lunch Clubs - Weekly Schedule

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
OG Student Council Trotter, Soto, Avy H. Rm. 113 Max:  16	Board Games, DnD, Magic the    Gathering Host:  Halbig Rm. 207 Max: 16	Anime & Manga Club Host:  Ms. Kray Art Room - 101	Table-top Games, DnD Host:  Usselman Rm. 225	Anime & Manga Club Host:  Ms. Kray Art Room - 101
Book Club & Battle of the Books Host:  Graham Rm:  Library Max:  30	Girl BOSS & Girl Power Zine Club Host:  Mendiola Rm. 215	GSA Hosts:  Elizabeth, Trotter, Galen Rm: Library	Drawing, Rubik’s Cube and Quiet Lunch Space Host:  Curtis Rm. 214	Drawing & Coloring Club Host:  Sheridan Rm. 103 Max:  8
Sports Club Hosts:  Mr. Damon, Ms. Kate & Mr. Signorelli Rm:  Gym Max:  30	Rubik's Cube Club Host:  Broderick Rm:  Library Max:  15	Batman & Xmen Club Host:  Decker Rm. 202	Gamer’s Club Host:  Mr. Lawson SUN portable Max:  10	Viewing/Fan Club  - “Gravity Falls,” “Duck Tales” or. . .?? Host:  Ms. Trotter Rm. 218
Ukulele Club Host:  Mr. L.  Rm:  102/104 Max:  20	Gamer’s Club Host:  Mr. Lawson SUN portable Max:  10	Latinx Club Hosts:  Krakow & Jessica Cisneros-Flores Rm. 142 Max:  12	Ukulele Club Host:  Mr. L.  Rm:  102/104 Max:  20	Sports Club Hosts:  Mr. Damon, Ms. Kate & Mr. Signorelli Rm:  Gym Max:  30
		Sports Club Hosts:  Mr. Damon, Ms. Kate & Mr. Signorelli Rm:  Gym Max:  30

 

Questions, concerns or suggestions can be directed to Tristan Trotter, speech-language pathologist at Ockley Green!

 

Winter 2021 Ockley Green Family Survey - OPEN NOW

The Ockley Green Middle School community would love your feedback about how this year is going so far.  Here are the links - English, Vietnamese, Chinese, Spanish

OHSU Optional COVID testing 

Our optional OHSU COVID testing resumes this week.  If your student is participating (if we received their labels from OHSU then they received test kits) they have already received their test kits for the next three weeks (January 12th, 19th, 26th ).  These tests need to be returned no later than 9:30 a.m. every Wednesday in the main office.  Any questions, please reach out to Shakyla Mosley - smosley@pps.net 

 

How Can I Access Pediatric Vaccination Information? 

Families can check with their child’s pediatrician; or

• Log into Multnomah County Health Department’s vaccine locator website and:
• Enter their address or zip code under “Location.”
• Click “Search”
• Click “Filter Your Results”
• Click “Pfizer age 5-11” under Vaccine Type.
• Click “Apply Filters” under Date Range.
• View the list of Pediatric Vaccine Clinics under Provider Information.
• Contact the Pediatric Vaccine Clinic provider for appointment information.

 

OGMS Yearbook 2021-2022

Order your yearbook today! The order deadline is 3/18/22.  The yearbook ID code: 13579022.  The link is ybpay.com.  School Name:  Ockley Green School   Cost is $15

 

COVID SCREENING TESTING UPDATE (FROM THE DISTRICT)

Congratulations!! We have successfully launched our program district wide! PPS families across the district have been offered the opportunity to participate in this program. Thank you! Below are some reminders and updates.

Results:

OHSU will provide results directly to families

• All Positive and Inconclusive results will receive a phone call from OHSU
• OHSU is not permitted to share results with PPS, so we are dependent upon families to inform us of the results. Please be sure to report ALL Positive and Inconclusive results to their school.
• If families have not received their information from OHSU, please encourage them to check their SPAM folders, ensure they have the correct email address listed as primary in Synergy ParentVUE and that they can reach out to OHSU directly at 833-376-1027 or K12covidtesting@ohsuhealthmarketing.com for further support.

 

Please remind your families that if the student has had COVID in the last 3 months that they should NOT submit a sample as they are likely to test positive with this screening test.

Resources:

• PPS COVID-19 Screening Testing for Students (OHSU Partnership) Webpage

• OHSU K12 Screening Program Webpage: This is a useful resource to share with families.

 

ParentVUE Sign-up Information

ParentVUE is a tool provided by our Synergy Student Information System.  Most families should’ve received activation letters previously.  More information about ParentVUE open the document that is linked 

Food Delivery Apps/Services During the School Day

We ask that students not use food delivery apps or services during the school day.  Students using such apps and or services (or contacting restaurants for delivery) is disruptive to classes and the overall school climate.  It also presents logistical issues for office staff and those supervising lunch.  Families may drop off items for their students for lunch and free hot lunch is available for all students.  Any food delivered by delivery app or from restaurants will be held in the office until the school day ends and then will be available to students at that time. 

 

Community Resources 

• Emergency Rental Assistance:  The impacts of Covid-19 continue to impact many families financially.  If you are at risk of eviction or behind on rent, programs may be available to help.  Please contact School Social Worker Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) to see if you qualify.  
• Asistencia de Emergencia Para el Alquiler: Los impactos de Covid-19 continúan afectando financieramente a muchas familias. Si tiene un alquiler atrasado, es posible que haya programas disponibles para ayudarlo. Comuníquese con la trabajadora social de la escuela Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) 

 

Updated Visitor Guidance 

Families are encouraged to review the updated PPS visitor guidance at this link. Changes include opportunities for drop-off and pick-up in the building.

 

Lost and Found 

Please encourage your child to check the lost and found right inside the doors of the main entrance for any items they may have misplaced during the day.  Due to space limitations we are not able to hold items for extended periods of time and items not claimed in a timely manner will unfortunately need to be disposed of by OGMS. 

 

Chromebooks Reminder

Students are asked to bring their fully charged Chromebook to school daily.  These devices are important for many in class activities as well as for use during some of our DragonTime/Flex classes.  Loaner devices are limited so students bringing their own fully charged Chromebook helps ensure that they can fully participate. 

Supporting Social Distancing

While we continue to make efforts to support social distancing at school families are also asked to remind students of the importance of social distancing when possible including after school, during transitions, and during lunch/in the lunchline.  We appreciate our students' efforts around masks, social distancing, and regular hand washing/sanitizing as we all work together to make this school year as safe as possible for students, families, and staff. 

 

 Covid-19 Symptom checker 

Students and families are asked to utilize this symptom checker to self-screen daily for COVID symptoms prior to coming to school.

 

 

12/10/21

Weekly OGMS Family Communication

 

Hello OG Families

We have one more week of school in December.  We have a busy week scheduled that concludes with the Ockley Green Community Growing Together Event on Friday, December 17th from 5:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. flyer is below. It is also Spirit Week at OGMS - 

Monday - Blizzard Out Day - Wear anything white

Tuesday - Flannel and Fuzzy Sock Day

Wednesday - Ugly Sweater Day

Thursday - Pajama Day - wear pajamas or comfortable clothes

Friday - Holiday Dress Up - Dress up as your favorite holiday

 

During advisory on Friday, we will have our December live raffle that is part of our positive incentive system. In addition, students will be attending a live performance by some of our dance and drumming students during 5th period.  Also on Friday, during 7th period students will be choosing a fun activity to end the week.

Dr. Tania McKey

Interim Principal - Ockley Green

 

Support for Families: Middle School Success Over Stress Project

The Middle School Success Over Stress project is a research study conducted at the University of Oregon designed to support children and families across the state to reduce mental health problems. Participants will have access to a parenting App as well as individual, telehealth support from a family consultant. Services are offered in both Spanish and English. The goal of this project is to provide parents and caregivers with tools to help their middle school student manage the social stress of returning to in-person learning, get good grades, and improve behavior at home and at school. Families can earn up to $350 for participating in this research study. 

For more information, visit https://www.middleschoolstudy.org/; call 971-219-2025; or email MSStudy@uoregon.edu

 

Community Resources 

• Emergency Rental Assistance:  The impacts of Covid-19 continue to impact many families financially.  If you are at risk of eviction or behind on rent, programs may be available to help.  Please contact School Social Worker Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) to see if you qualify.  
• Asistencia de Emergencia Para el Alquiler: Los impactos de Covid-19 continúan afectando financieramente a muchas familias. Si tiene un alquiler atrasado, es posible que haya programas disponibles para ayudarlo. Comuníquese con la trabajadora social de la escuela Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) 

Chromebook Care

Many of the student Chromebooks are having issues that require repair.  Families are not charged for repairs, but please discuss proper care of Chromebooks with your students. They should not be slammed shut or treated roughly, but they are expected to come to school each day fully charged.  

 

Fire Drill This Week

We will be having our December fire drill this week.  Our monthly fire drills are an important part of our emergency preparedness efforts. 

 

December 17th - Ockley Green Growing Together

Next Friday 12/17 is the Grow Together Community Event at OGMS. This event is co-sponsored and planned by OG and our amazing community partners.  We will have catered food from Ja’Das SouLful Eatz, performances from drumming and dance, sip n' paint, cake walk, games and representatives from OG community partners! 

 

In order to make this a fantastic event, we need VOLUNTEERS.

Please review the sign up genius link and sign up for 45 minute shifts as able. Short shifts mean everyone gets to attend and enjoy the festivities!

 

We need help serving the food, running the cake walk, Cake/Dessert donations for the cake walk, and greeters at the front entrance to check student IDs and Parent/Caregiver vaccination card. For cake/dessert donations you can drop your store bought (no homemade foods this year) off starting Wednesday in the main office.

 

Let's make this a fantastic and fun event!

 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0545A8A929A6FE3-ogms

 

Student Survey on Safety at Ockley Green

 

On Monday during 2nd period, students will be taking a survey about their experiences with biased language and sexual harrassment at Ockley Green. Across the district, we are seeing an increase in the use of harmful language and inappropriate student contact. The Climate Team and Dragon Leadership Team are working together to create lessons and increase supports for students around these issues. This survey will help us better understand students’ needs at school in order to keep them safe. 

 

Test to Stay - Beginning January 3rd, 2022

 

ENGLISH As part of our ongoing commitment to increase in-person learning for all students, we are pleased to announce that in partnership with OHA/ODE we will start the Test to Stay program the first week of January of 2022.  Benefits of Test to Stay: Given the lower level of COVID-19 in schools, students exposed at school will have the opportunity to stay in in-person learning and minimize the impact quarantine has had on their education. This is called a modified quarantine and requires students to continue to wear masks during any activity that does not require its use, for example band, athletics, etc., until day eight (8). Students must remain symptom free and will be provided two tests during their quarantine period. You can help expedite the process by signing and returning the consent form for the BinaxNOW rapid nasal swab test, unless you already did it this year. Forms are available in the front office of each school.  For students who were exposed outside of the school day (at home, extracurricular activities, etc), we will have available the Test to Return process. This process will allow students to return on Day 8 after an exposure with any negative antigen or pcr COVID-19 test performed between days 5-7.   As always, vaccinated students who do not have symptoms do not have to quarantine or Test to Stay. We will share more specifics about this program in early January. 5-Step Process for Parents and Families

SPANISH Como parte de nuestro compromiso continuo de aumentar el aprendizaje en persona para todos los estudiantes, nos complace anunciar que, en asociación con OHA/ODE, comenzaremos el programa Test to Stay (hágase la prueba para quedarse) la primera semana de enero de 2022. Los beneficios de Test to Stay: dado el nivel más bajo de COVID-19 en las escuelas, los estudiantes expuestos en la escuela tendrán la oportunidad de permanecer en la escuela recibiendo aprendizaje en persona y minimizar el impacto que la cuarentena ha tenido en su educación. Esto se llama cuarentena modificada y requiere que los estudiantes continúen usando máscaras durante cualquier actividad que no requiera su uso, por ejemplo, banda, atletismo, etc., hasta el día ocho (8). Los estudiantes deben permanecer sin síntomas y se les realizarán dos pruebas durante su período de cuarentena. Puede ayudar a acelerar el proceso firmando y enviando de regreso el formulario de consentimiento para la prueba rápida con hisopo nasal BinaxNOW, a menos que ya lo haya hecho este año. Los formularios están disponibles en la oficina principal de cada escuela.   Para los estudiantes que estuvieron expuestos fuera del día escolar (en casa, actividades extracurriculares, etc.), tendremos disponible el proceso Test to Return. Este proceso permitirá a los estudiantes regresar 8 días después de una exposición con cualquier prueba de antígeno negativo o una prueba pcr COVID-19 realizada entre el quinto y el séptimo día.   Como siempre, los estudiantes vacunados que no presenten síntomas no tienen que ponerse en cuarentena o realizarse una prueba para quedarse. Compartiremos más detalles sobre este programa a principios de enero. Proceso de 5 pasos para padres y familias

VIETNAMESE Là một phần trong sự cam kết nhằm tăng cường học trực tiếp cho tất cả học sinh, vui mừng được hợp tác với OHA / ODE, chúng tôi sẽ bắt đầu chương trình Xét Nghiệm Để Ở Lại Trường vào tuần đầu tiên của Tháng 1 Năm 2022.   Những ích lợi của Xét Nghiệm Để Ở Lại: Với mức COVID-19 thấp hơn trong trường, học sinh tiếp xúc gần tại trường sẽ có cơ hội tiếp tục học trực tiếp và giảm bớt các ảnh hưởng về sự cách ly trong việc học của học sinh. Được gọi là cách ly đã sửa đổi và yêu cầu học sinh tiếp tục đeo khẩu trang trong bất kỳ hoạt động nào mà không yêu cầu đeo khẩu trang, ví dụ như tham gia ban nhạc, thể thao, v.v., cho đến ngày thứ tám (8). Học sinh phải không có triệu chứng và được cung cấp hai lần xét nghiệm trong thời gian cách ly. Quý vị có thể giúp đẩy nhanh quá trình này bằng cách ký và gửi lại đơn chấp thuận cho xét nghiệm BinaxNOW, trừ khi đã làm đơn rồi trong năm nay. Các đơn có sẵn tại văn phòng của mỗi trường.   Đối với những học sinh tiếp xúc gần ngoài giờ học (ở nhà, hoạt động ngoại khóa, v.v.), chúng tôi sẽ cung cấp tiến trình Xét Nghiệm Để Trở Lại. Tiến trình này sẽ cho phép học sinh trở lại vào Ngày thứ 8 sau khi phơi nhiễm với bất kỳ kháng nguyên âm tính hoặc xét nghiệm pcr COVID-19 được thực hiện trong khoảng thời gian từ ngày 5-7.   Như mọi lần, những học sinh đã được chích ngừa mà không có các triệu chứng không phải cách ly hoặc Xét Nghiệm Để Ở Lại. Chúng tôi sẽ chia sẻ cụ thể hơn về chương trình này vào đầu tháng Giêng Quy trình 5 bước dành cho cha mẹ và gia đình

CHINESE 作为我们为所有学生增加亲身学习的承诺的一部分，我们很高兴地宣布，我们与OHA/ODE合作将在2022年1月的第一周启动“Test to Stay”项目。   Test to Stay的好处: 鉴于学校中 COVID-19 较低，在校内接触的学生将有机会继续进行亲身学习并最大限度地减少隔离对他们在教育上的影响。这称为改良隔离，要求学生在任何不需要戴口罩的活动（例如乐队、田径运动等）中继续戴口罩，直到第八 (8) 天。 学生必须保持无症状，并在隔离期间接受两次测试。 您可以签名并交回 BinaxNOW 快速鼻拭测试同意书，帮助加快流程，除非您今年已做了。 表格可在每所学校的办公室拿取。   对于校外（在家里、课外活动等）接触的学生，我们将提供Test to Return项目。在接触后5-7天进行antigen(抗原) 或pcr COVID-19测试，如果测试结果是阴性的学生，这一项目将允许他们在第8天返回学校。     与往常一样，没有症状的接种过疫苗的学生不需要隔离或Test to Stay。我们将在一月初分享关于这个项目的更多细节。父母和家人的 5 步流程

RUSSIAN В рамках нашего постоянного стремления к увеличению количества очного обучения для всех учащихся мы рады сообщить, что в партнёрстве с Управлением здравоохранения Орегона/Департментом образования Орегона (OHA/ODE) мы запускаем программу “Test to Stay” в первую неделю января 2022 г.   Преимущества “Теста, чтобы остаться” (Test to Stay): учитывая более низкий уровень COVID-19 в школах, учащиеся, оказавшиеся в контакте с заболевшим в школе, будут иметь возможность продолжить обучение в очной форме и минимизировать влияние карантина на их образование. Это называется модифицированным карантином и требует, чтобы учащиеся продолжали носить маски во время любой деятельности, даже при которой обычно не требуется их использование, например, во время игры в оркестре, занятий лёгкой атлетикой и т. д., до восьмого дня (8). У учащихся не должны наблюдаться симптомы и им будет предложено пройти два теста во время карантинного периода. Вы можете ускорить процесс, подписав и отправив документ о согласии на экспресс-тест “BinaxNOW” с мазком из носа, если вы ещё не сделали это в этом году. Бланки доступны в главном офисе каждой школы.   Для учащихся, оказавшихся в контакте с заболевшим вне школьного дня (дома, на внеклассных мероприятиях и т. д.), у нас будет доступен процесс «Тест для возврата». Этот процесс позволит учащимся вернуться на 8-й день после контакта с заболевшим с любым отрицательным тестом на антиген или pcr COVID-19, сделанным между 5-7 днями со дня контакта.   Как всегда, вакцинированные учашиеся, у которых нет симптомов, не должны помещаться в карантин или проходить тестирование, чтобы остаться. Подробнее об этой программе мы расскажем в начале января. 5-этапный процесс для родителей и семей

SOMALI Iyada oo ay qeyb ka tahay ballanqaadkayaga joogtada ah ee ku aadan sidii loo kordhin lahaa inay dhammaan ardaydu waxbarashada ku qaataan fasalada dhexdooda, waxaan ku faraxsanahay inaan ku dhawaaqno inaan iskaashiga aan la sameynay OHA/ODE waxaanan bilaabi doonaa barnaamijka Baaritaan Ku Joog(Test to Stay) todobaadka ugu horeeya bisha Janaayo 2022.   Faa’iidooyinka Baaritaan Ku Joog (Test to Stay): Marka la eego heerka hoose COVID-19 ee dugsiyada, ardayda xanuunka fayruska ka qaada dugsigu waxay heli doonaa fursad ay ku jooga dugsiga si ay waxbarashadoodii ay fasalada ku qaadanayeen u sii wataan iyo in la yareeyo saameynta muddo ay ardaydu ka maqnaanayaan fasalada dugsiyadooda. Tani waxaa lagu magacaabaa iskaliyeynta la horumariyey taasi oo ardayda looga baahan inay sii wadaan xirashada afsaabka inta lagu gudo jiro hawl kasta oo la qabanayo taasi oo u baahneyn isticmaalkeeda, tusaale ahaan, kooxda muusikada, ciyaaraha, iwm., ilaa maalinta sideedaad(8).  Ardaydu waa noqdaan kuwa ay ka suuleen calaamadihii fayruska iyaga oo la siin doono labo baaritaan inta ay ku guda jiraan waqtiga iskaliyeynta.  Waxaad gacan ka geysan kartaan sidii aad u caawin lahaydeen sidii loo dedejin lahaa nidaamka idinka oo saxeexeaya soona celinaya foomka oggolaanshaha BinaxNOW oo ah baaritaanka degdeg ah ee sanka fayriska laga baarayo, haddii aanad sanadkii hore bixin oggolaansha. Foomamka waxaa laga heli karaa xafiiska dugsi kasta.   Ardayda xanuunka fayriska ka soo qaada meel ka baxsan dugsiga(guriga, hawlaha manhajyada dheeraadka ah, iwm), waxa ay heli doonaa nidaamka Baar oo Ku Soo Noqo. Nidaamkani wuxuu u oggolaanayaa ardayda inay dugsiga ku soo noqdaan Maalinta 8aad ka dib marka ay baaritaanta degdeg ee COVID-19 ee la yiraa pcr kaasi oo la qaadayo inta u dhaxaysa maalmaha 5naad ilaa 7aad.   Sida caadiga ah, ardayda tallaalan ee ayna ka muuqan wax calaamadaha xanuunka iyaga lama kaliyeynayo ama lagama qaadayo Baaritaan Ku Joog. Waxaan idinla wadaagi doonaa waxyaabo fara badan oo ku saabsan barnaamijka bilowga bisha Janaayo. Habka 5-tallaabo ee waalidiinta iyo qoysaska

Repeated

 

OG Night at the Trailblazers

Be sure to get your tickets for Ockley Green Middle School Night!  The flyer is linked

 

SUN School Fundraiser

SUN School has a fundraiser with the Tree Lot on N Lombard and Chautauqua. If you go to buy a tree mention Ockley Green SUN School and they will donate $10 to our SUN Program. 

 

 SEI has been a pillar in the community for 40 years .We serve our families 24/7, 365 days a year. We run programs that others don’t, to fill the gaps for our community .As we continue to grow our programs and services, we come up short and must rely on the generosity of donors.SEI must fundraise an additional [$10,000] for each SUN site to meet our families’ needs and maintain our quality of service. Help us fill this gap so we can continue providing high quality programs.  If you are feeling generous and would like to make a donation please scan the code below or click this link https://www.selfenhancement.org/ockley.

Latinx Literacy Summit

This summit will explore the many ways Latinx learners can be better served at home and at school. Attendees will learn about the challenges of learning to read in English, how to distinguish between second language difficulties or Dyslexia, and how parents can support their children at home and at school. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/latinx-literacy-summit-tools-for-families-and-educators-registration-206667948397 

Dental Sealants

Greetings Parents/Guardians,

Multnomah County’s School and Community Oral Health Program is offering Free sealants and dental screening. A dental screening is a quick look inside your child’s mouth to check the overall health of their teeth, and sealants will be placed if needed.

This service is available for students in 2nd, 3rd, 6th, 7th, and 8th grades.

What questions do you have? Please call us at 503-988-3905.

To use this FREE service please fill out the electronic permission slip at this link:

 

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Saludos Patres/Tutores,

El programa de salud oral escolar y comunitaria del condado de Multnomah ofrece selladores y exámenes dentales gratuitos. Una revisión dental es un vistazo rápido dentro de la boca de su hijo/a para revisar la salud general de los dientes y se les aplicará los selladores. 

 

Este servicio está disponible para estudiantes de segundo, tercero, sexto, séptimo y octavo grado.

¿Necesitas ayuda? ¿Tiene preguntas? Llámenos al 503-988-3905

 

Para usar este servicio gratis, complete este permiso electrónico:

 

https://forms.gle/WBUTM9brbacGVAhj6

 

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Приветствую родителей / опекунов,

 

Бесплатные зубные защитные покрытия и стоматологический осмотр предлагаются в ближайшем к вам центре. Стоматологический осмотр - это быстрый осмотр рта вашего ребенка, чтобы проверить общее состояние зубов, и при необходимости нанести зубные защитные покрытия.

Нужна помощь? Есть вопросы? Позвоните нам по

503-988-3905

 

Чтобы воспользоваться этой БЕСПЛАТНОЙ услугой, заполните электронный бланк разрешения по этой ссылке:

https://forms.gle/WBUTM9brbacGVAhj6

2021-22 30-Day Notice for Statewide Tests and Opt-out Form

Parent request for opting out of Oregon Summative Assessments (ELA and Math).  The forms are linked here

 

Lunch Clubs 

A full list of clubs, and their descriptions, can be found at the Ockley Green website.  Here is a direct link to the Lunch Clubs site.  NOTE:  You can only access this site from a PPS account.  Have your student log into their account, on their Chromebook, phone or other device, and show you the site!  

 

OR - here is a schedule of clubs throughout the week, for a quick view.

 

Ockley Green Lunch Clubs - Weekly Schedule

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
OG Student Council Trotter, Soto, Avy H. Rm. 113 Max:  16	Board Games, DnD, Magic the    Gathering Host:  Halbig Rm. 207 Max: 16	Anime & Manga Club Host:  Ms. Kray Art Room - 101	Table-top Games, DnD Host:  Usselman Rm. 225	Anime & Manga Club Host:  Ms. Kray Art Room - 101
Book Club & Battle of the Books Host:  Graham Rm:  Library Max:  30	Girl BOSS & Girl Power Zine Club Host:  Mendiola Rm. 215	GSA Hosts:  Elizabeth, Trotter, Galen Rm: Library	Drawing, Rubik’s Cube and Quiet Lunch Space Host:  Curtis Rm. 214	Drawing & Coloring Club Host:  Sheridan Rm. 103 Max:  8
Sports Club Hosts:  Mr. Damon, Ms. Kate & Mr. Signorelli Rm:  Gym Max:  30	Rubik's Cube Club Host:  Broderick Rm:  Library Max:  15	Batman & Xmen Club Host:  Decker Rm. 202	Gamer’s Club Host:  Mr. Lawson SUN portable Max:  10	Viewing/Fan Club  - “Gravity Falls,” “Duck Tales” or. . .?? Host:  Ms. Trotter Rm. 218
Ukulele Club Host:  Mr. L.  Rm:  102/104 Max:  20	Gamer’s Club Host:  Mr. Lawson SUN portable Max:  10	Latinx Club Hosts:  Krakow & Jessica Cisneros-Flores Rm. 142 Max:  12	Ukulele Club Host:  Mr. L.  Rm:  102/104 Max:  20	Sports Club Hosts:  Mr. Damon, Ms. Kate & Mr. Signorelli Rm:  Gym Max:  30
		Sports Club Hosts:  Mr. Damon, Ms. Kate & Mr. Signorelli Rm:  Gym Max:  30

 

Questions, concerns or suggestions can be directed to Tristan Trotter, speech-language pathologist at Ockley Green!

 

Winter 2021 Ockley Green Family Survey - OPEN NOW

The Ockley Green Middle School community would love your feedback about how this year is going so far.  Here are the links - English, Vietnamese, Chinese, Spanish

OHSU Optional COVID testing 

Our optional OHSU COVID testing resumes this week.  If your student is participating (if we received their labels from OHSU then they received test kits) they have already received their test kits for the next three weeks (December 1, 8 & 15).  These tests need to be returned no later than 9:30 a.m. every Wednesday in the main office.  Any questions, please reach out to Shakyla Mosley - smosley@pps.net 

 

How Can I Access Pediatric Vaccination Information? 

Families can check with their child’s pediatrician; or

• Log into Multnomah County Health Department’s vaccine locator website and:
• Enter their address or zip code under “Location.”
• Click “Search”
• Click “Filter Your Results”
• Click “Pfizer age 5-11” under Vaccine Type.
• Click “Apply Filters” under Date Range.
• View the list of Pediatric Vaccine Clinics under Provider Information.
• Contact the Pediatric Vaccine Clinic provider for appointment information.

 

OGMS Yearbook 2021-2022

Order your yearbook today! The order deadline is 3/18/22.  The yearbook ID code: 13579022.  The link is ybpay.com.  School Name:  Ockley Green School   Cost is $15

 

COVID SCREENING TESTING UPDATE (FROM THE DISTRICT)

Congratulations!! We have successfully launched our program district wide! PPS families across the district have been offered the opportunity to participate in this program. Thank you! Below are some reminders and updates.

Results:

OHSU will provide results directly to families

• All Positive and Inconclusive results will receive a phone call from OHSU
• OHSU is not permitted to share results with PPS, so we are dependent upon families to inform us of the results. Please be sure to report ALL Positive and Inconclusive results to their school.
• If families have not received their information from OHSU, please encourage them to check their SPAM folders, ensure they have the correct email address listed as primary in Synergy ParentVUE and that they can reach out to OHSU directly at 833-376-1027 or K12covidtesting@ohsuhealthmarketing.com for further support.

 

Please remind your families that if the student has had COVID in the last 3 months that they should NOT submit a sample as they are likely to test positive with this screening test.

Resources:

• PPS COVID-19 Screening Testing for Students (OHSU Partnership) Webpage

• OHSU K12 Screening Program Webpage: This is a useful resource to share with families.

 

ParentVUE Sign-up Information

ParentVUE is a tool provided by our Synergy Student Information System.  Most families should’ve received activation letters previously.  More information about ParentVUE open the document that is linked 

Food Delivery Apps/Services During the School Day

We ask that students not use food delivery apps or services during the school day.  Students using such apps and or services (or contacting restaurants for delivery) is disruptive to classes and the overall school climate.  It also presents logistical issues for office staff and those supervising lunch.  Families may drop off items for their students for lunch and free hot lunch is available for all students.  Any food delivered by delivery app or from restaurants will be held in the office until the school day ends and then will be available to students at that time. 

 

Community Resources 

• Emergency Rental Assistance:  The impacts of Covid-19 continue to impact many families financially.  If you are at risk of eviction or behind on rent, programs may be available to help.  Please contact School Social Worker Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) to see if you qualify.  
• Asistencia de Emergencia Para el Alquiler: Los impactos de Covid-19 continúan afectando financieramente a muchas familias. Si tiene un alquiler atrasado, es posible que haya programas disponibles para ayudarlo. Comuníquese con la trabajadora social de la escuela Avy Harris (rharris@pps.net; 503-729-0634) 

 

Updated Visitor Guidance 

Families are encouraged to review the updated PPS visitor guidance at this link. Changes include opportunities for drop-off and pick-up in the building.

 

Lost and Found 

Please encourage your child to check the lost and found right inside the doors of the main entrance for any items they may have misplaced during the day.  Due to space limitations we are not able to hold items for extended periods of time and items not claimed in a timely manner will unfortunately need to be disposed of by OGMS. 

 

Chromebooks Reminder

Students are asked to bring their fully charged Chromebook to school daily.  These devices are important for many in class activities as well as for use during some of our DragonTime/Flex classes.  Loaner devices are limited so students bringing their own fully charged Chromebook helps ensure that they can fully participate. 

 

Indoor Lunch Times

While we have been fortunate to frequently be able to utilize outdoor lunch spaces with the aid of several canopies and mild weather we do occasionally need to call for ‘indoor’ lunch.  This means our lunch periods are split.  A schedule is linked here.  We will continue to work to improve our students’ indoor and outdoor lunch experiences. 

 

Supporting Social Distancing

While we continue to make efforts to support social distancing at school families are also asked to remind students of the importance of social distancing when possible including after school, during transitions, and during lunch/in the lunchline.  We appreciate our students' efforts around masks, social distancing, and regular hand washing/sanitizing as we all work together to make this school year as safe as possible for students, families, and staff. 

 

Isolation/Quarantine Enrichment Lessons for Students

If a student is home for isolation or quarantine reasons, there are enrichment lessons for students to engage in.  They can be found at https://sites.google.com/pps.net/ppsquarantinelessons/home 

 

 Covid-19 Symptom checker 

Students and families are asked to utilize this symptom checker to self-screen daily for COVID symptoms prior to coming to school.

 

 

Dear PPS Community,

On Monday, January 31, Portland Public Schools teachers and staff will have a day to collaborate and plan for the start of the second semester, with no classes held for students on that day. This comes after the PPS Board of Education, at a special meeting on Tuesday, unanimously voted to turn January 31 into a staff collaboration and planning day for school-based staff, creating an opportunity for school staff to work on campus-specific school climate plans and instructional practices to support the diverse needs of our students. 

The recent surge in cases due to the Omicron variant, compounded by the unrelenting and continued stress from this pandemic, has impacted all of us as individuals and as a collective society. Every sector continues to face challenges, and Portland Public Schools (PPS) is no exception. We know firsthand that navigating this pandemic is taxing, especially for our students who desperately need and deserve consistency, stability and access to in-person learning experiences. 

Dear Jefferson Community,

We are so pleased to inform you that Jefferson will return to in-person classes on Monday, January 24. We realize that closing the campus and moving to temporary distance learning created challenges for families, but the dramatic rise in absences of staff and students fueled by the omicron variant of COVID-19 made it too difficult to keep the campus open safely.

Dear PPS Community,

The PPS Board of Education will consider a resolution at an upcoming meeting to make Monday, January 31 into a school climate work day for school staff, with no classes held for students.