Online-Only Classes Will Continue Until At Least January 28

Following state guidelines on coronavirus data, PPS will stay with Comprehensive Distance Learning through the second quarter. More information

Comments (-1)

Students who need to pick up textbooks, library books and other supplies may do so at the back of the school where the buses turn around during the following times -

Monday, Wednesday, Friday between 11am and 1pm

Comments (-1)

Enroll Food Menus Bus Routes

West Sylvan

Grades 6-8

8111 SW West Slope Drive•Portland, OR 97225•Ph 503-916-5690•Fx 503-916-2681

••Ph •Fx

BTSN

PPS TAG Informational Video





In an effort to keep information clear, concise, and accessible, we have pulled together many elements of our typical BSTN, into an online format. While we greatly miss the opportunity to meet you in person, and to have you walk our halls and hear from our teachers, we have instead tried to provide a hub of information that will allow you to connect with the resources you may need as we continue this challenging new journey. We thank you for your commitment to supporting our staff and students while we are in distance learning! Know that we continue to be the best we can be, for your children, in the space we have been given.

West Sylvan BTSN Presentation Link (Youtube) (Will be loaded at 6:00pm, Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2020)
Introduction to Administration, School Vision and Goals, Middle Years Program, Online Schedules and more...

West Sylvan Back to School SlideShow
Will be introduced during presentation or available for later reference.

Message from PPS School Board member Amy Kohnstam

Teacher Pages and Classroom Resources
Each teacher will have a page in the slide show, dedicated to introducing themselves and further links to their content and classroom resources.

Library/Book Check-out information (details link)
Book Checkout/ pickup times are currently Monday, Wednesday, Friday, from 11:00-1:00 at the back of the school, in the bus roundabout.

Informational Brochure about Middle Years Program

2020-21 TAG Information and Nomination Resources (PPS VIDEO)  Click "Parent Night" on District Website for video.
If you are interested in nominating your child to be considered and/or identified as a TAG student, please review the following video that highlights the district's process for this qualification.

TAG Questions/Survey Link
If you have questions about the district's process for TAG nomination, or questions regarding TAG support and/or identification at West Sylvan, please take a moment to complete the following survey so that we can plan for a future 'live' meeting and/or a FAQ page. Thank you.

Parent Communications

6th Grade Assembly

Netiquette

9.2.20 Family communication

9.10.20 Family communication

10.2.20 Family communication

Quick Guide to Canvas

New Distance Learning Schedule

10.8.20 Newsletter

Page 1

Page 2

West Sylvan News

View All

Distance Learning Schedule

9/8/2020
- Video explaing how the distance learning schedule works.
- Printable version of the distance learning schedule for home use.
Canvas

9/14/2020

Parent Access to CANVAS - Quick Guide

Contacting the office

8/11/2020

With the 20/21 school year starting online, we are encouraging our school community to email staff and administrators with questions and concerns. The office voicemail will be checked frequently, but for a faster response email is best.

Staff email addresses can be found here https://www.pps.net/domain/834

Quick Reference:

Principal	Cherie Kinnersley	ckinnersley@pps.net
Assistant Principal	Ben Keller	bkeller@pps.net
Assistant Principal	Gregory Crabtree	gcrabtree@pps.net
Principal’s Secretary	Sharne Motley	spathiwillemotl@pps.net
School Secretary	Kimberly Hess-Torbert	khesstorbert@pps.net
Counselor [7^th Grade]	Ricky Almeida	ralmeida@pps.net
Counselor [8^th Grade]	Destini Hagen	dhagen@pps.net
Counselor [6^th Grade]	Rebecca Cohen	rchoen@pps.net

Text Alerts

8/11/2020
Lincoln Cluster Schools

8/11/2020

Lincoln High School
Ainsworth Elementary
Bridlemile Elementary
Chapman Elementary
Forest Park Elementary
Student Enrollment Forms

6/17/2020

If you are enrolling at West Sylvan for the 2020/2021 school year, you can complete the process online or via paper forms. Please Click here for online applications, paper forms and additional enrollment information.

Once completed, all paper forms can be emailed to Kimberly Hess Torbert at khesstorbert@pps.net

West Sylvan Calendar

Tomorrow

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM School Improvement Bond Committee Meeting
6:00 PM Enrollment & Program Balancing Guiding Coalition Meeting
November 5, 2020

6:00 PM Enrollment & Program Balancing Guiding Coalition Meeting
November 6, 2020

Teacher professional development/planning day (no classes)
November 11, 2020

Veterans Day (schools closed)
6:00 PM District Board Meeting
November 12, 2020

6:00 PM Enrollment & Program Balancing Guiding Coalition Virtual Open House
November 16, 2020

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Board Policy Committee Meeting
November 17, 2020

6:00 PM District Board Meeting
November 19, 2020

6:00 PM Enrollment & Program Balancing Guiding Coalition Workshop
November 23, 2020

Parent-Teacher Conferences (no classes)
November 24, 2020

Parent-Teacher Conferences (no classes)
November 25, 2020

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Schools Closed (no classes)
November 26, 2020

Thanksgiving (schools, offices closed)

View Calendar

District News

View All

Update on PPS Enrollment and Program Balancing Work

10/27/2020

Español| Tiếng Việt| 中文| Soomaali| Русский

Dear PPS Families,

We want to update you on the Enrollment and Program Balancing (EPB) progress. As we’ve shared, the initial work focuses on schools in Southeast Portland in anticipation of the reopening of Kellogg Middle School. The Southeast Guiding Coalition has held six meetings aimed at creating a common understanding of the Coalition’s charge and the process for developing proposals and a final recommendation. The process is starting with a focus on grades 6-8 now, and will expand to grades PK-12 next spring.

Read More
Information About Middle & High School Parent-Teacher Conferences

10/23/2020

Español| Tiếng Việt| 中文| Soomaali| Русский

Dear Families of PPS Secondary Students,

During Comprehensive Distance Learning, opportunities are built into the schedule for all families to be able to connect with teachers during office hours. As in a traditionally formatted year, we will also be offering Parent-Teacher Conferences (morning to evening) on November 23-24.

Read More
Updates to Meal Service as Weather Changes, Distance Learning Continues

10/22/2020

Español| Tiếng Việt| 中文| Soomaali| Русский

Dear PPS Families,

With the announcement that Portland Public Schools is extending Comprehensive Distance Learning through at least January 28, we want to make you aware of upcoming updates to our meal service as we adjust to the coming colder weather and shorter days.

Read More
An Update Regarding Limited In-Person Opportunities

10/15/2020

Español| Tiếng Việt| 中文| Soomaali| Русский

Dear PPS Families and Staff,

We are now several weeks into Comprehensive Distance Learning, and simultaneously working on the next phases of a gradual re-opening of schools. PPS remains focused on published health metrics from the county and state and our medical experts. We also continue to observe Oregon Department of Education guidelines as we contemplate introducing limited in-person opportunities. While we are anxious to have all of our students back on campus, we will proceed in a measured and prudent manner that prioritizes the health and safety of our students and employees.

Read More

8111 SW West Slope Drive

Portland, OR 97225

Ph 503-916-5690

Fx 503-916-2681

The District is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all its educational and employment activities. The District prohibits discrimination based on race; national or ethnic origin; color; sex; religion; age; sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; pregnancy; marital status; familial status; economic status or source of income; mental or physical disability or perceived disability; or military service.

ADA Accessibility/District 504 Contact: 503-916-5460
ADA Employment Queries Contact: 503-916-3544
Title VI Contact: 503-916-6499
Title IX Contact: 503-916-3340
District Complaint Resolution Process

© Portland Public Schools

Online-Only Classes Will Continue Until At Least January 28

West Sylvan

Grades 6-8

Quick Links

BTSN

Parent Communications

West Sylvan News

Distance Learning Schedule

Canvas

Parent Access to CANVAS - Quick Guide

Contacting the office

Text Alerts

Lincoln Cluster Schools

Student Enrollment Forms

West Sylvan Calendar

Tomorrow

November 5, 2020

November 6, 2020

November 11, 2020

November 12, 2020

November 16, 2020

November 17, 2020

November 19, 2020

November 23, 2020

November 24, 2020

November 25, 2020

November 26, 2020

District News

Update on PPS Enrollment and Program Balancing Work

Information About Middle & High School Parent-Teacher Conferences

Updates to Meal Service as Weather Changes, Distance Learning Continues

An Update Regarding Limited In-Person Opportunities

West Sylvan Middle School

Translate

Connect with US