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Hillsboro School District Weekly Hot News Podcast

Hillsboro School District Weekly Hot News Podcast

Hillsboro School District

Welcome to the Hillsboro School District's weekly Hot News podcast. We are the fourth-largest public school district in the state of Oregon with 35 schools serving more than 20,000 students from preschool through twelfth grade. Now you can listen to the District’s top news on your phone, in your car, or wherever is convenient for you.

555 - Hillsboro School District Weekly Hot News September 21, 2026 - Attendance Matters: Every Day Counts
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  • 555 - Hillsboro School District Weekly Hot News September 21, 2026 - Attendance Matters: Every Day Counts

    At HSD, we know that showing up to school is about more than attendance, it is about learning, belonging, relationships and connection. Every day at school gives students opportunities to learn with their classmates, build relationships with adults who care, and stay connected to their school community. When students know they are valued, noticed, and missed when they are gone, we create stronger conditions for regular attendance. 

    Building strong attendance habits at the beginning of the year sets the tone and is a powerful predictor of success later on. That’s why we’re celebrating Attendance Awareness Month this September with the theme: Your Presence Matters!, which reminds us that attendance is rooted in belonging, connection, and strong relationships.

    Families are essential partners in supporting regular attendance. Just as you monitor your child’s grades, setting clear expectations for attendance and keeping track of absences helps ensure missed days don’t turn into academic trouble. Consistent routines, planning ahead for appointments and transportation, and talking with your child about the importance of showing up can make a difference. And when something gets in the way, whether it’s health, housing, anxiety or other challenges, please reach out to your school. We want to work together to find solutions and connect your family with support.

    What Families Can Do

    Make attendance a priority. Aim for your child to attend school every day, on time.

    Communicate with school staff. Let teachers or counselors know if you face barriers to getting your child to school.

    Track absences. Keep an eye on days missed so small gaps don’t add up to big setbacks.

    Partner with schools. Ask about your child’s progress and how attendance connects to their learning.

    For additional ideas and resources about how to support your student visit these links: HSD Attend Achieve webpage, Elementary handout, Secondaryhandout. Or visit Attendance Works resources for families.

    Fri, 18 Sep 2026 - 06min
  • 554 - HSD Podcast de la Semana, 14 de septiembre de 2026 - Celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana y Latina

    En el Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana y Latina, que se celebra del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre, reconocemos y celebramos las contribuciones de las personas hispanas y latinas en los Estados Unidos, así como la riqueza de su herencia y la diversidad de sus culturas. 

    Este marco de tiempo abarca los días de la independencia de varios países de América Latina. También es un momento ideal para reafirmar nuestro compromiso de ofrecer escuelas seguras y acogedoras para todos los estudiantes, independientemente de su estado migratorio o cualquier otra condición.

    Honramos el Mes de la Herencia Hispana no solo como una celebración estacional, sino también como un componente esencial de nuestra filosofía educativa diaria a través de nuestros programas de lenguaje dual español-inglés y de lectoescritura en español. 

    Desde el preescolar hasta la escuela preparatoria, estos programas atienden a más de 3,700 estudiantes, brindándoles una educación bilingüe y reconociendo el idioma español y las tradiciones hispanas como valiosos recursos que fortalecen el desarrollo sociocultural, el orgullo cultural y el respeto mutuo.

    Durante el Mes de la Herencia Hispana, estos salones de lenguaje dual se transforman en espacios de colaboración cultural, donde las familias latinas y los educadores comparten literatura, arte e historia auténticos. 

    Este trabajo conjunto culmina en eventos comunitarios que celebran las voces de los estudiantes y promueven un auténtico sentido de pertenencia. 

    De esta manera, el distrito convierte la herencia hispana en un beneficio educativo para toda la vida, guiando a los estudiantes hacia la obtención del Sello Estatal de Lectoescritura Bilingüe de Oregón y fomentando un profundo aprecio por la diversidad que enriquece a nuestra comunidad.

    Además, contamos con un activo Comité Consultivo de Padres Latinos (PAC, por sus siglas en inglés) a nivel de distrito, así como varios «Paquitos» a nivel escolar. 

    Estos grupos ayudan a asegurar que las familias hispanohablantes reciban información y tengan oportunidades significativas para compartir sus opiniones, además de colaborar con nuestras escuelas y el distrito en eventos y programas que celebran sus culturas y tradiciones.

    Durante las próximas semanas, nuestras escuelas compartirán información, recursos y actividades que celebran la herencia hispana y latina con los estudiantes y sus familias. 

    También invitamos a las familias a participar en dos próximos eventos: la Feria Binacional de Salud del Centro Cultural, que se llevará a cabo el sábado 3 de octubre de 9:00 a.m. a 1:00 p.m. en la Escuela Preparatoria Century, y la Celebración de la Herencia Hispana de HSD, que se realizará el miércoles 7 de octubre de 5:30 p.m. a 7:00 p.m. en la Escuela Primaria Quatama. Próximamente compartiremos más detalles. 

    Mon, 14 Sep 2026 - 08min
  • 553 - Hillsboro School District Weekly Hot News September 14, 2026 - Celebrating Hispanic and Latina/o/x Heritage Month

    National Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month is the period from September 15 to October 15, where we recognize and celebrate the contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans in the United States, and celebrate the group’s rich heritage and diverse cultures. This timeframe encompasses the independence days of several Latin American countries: Chile, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and Nicaragua. It’s also an ideal time for us to restate our commitment to providing safe and welcoming schools for all students, regardless of immigration or any other status. 

    We honor Hispanic Heritage Month not just as a seasonal celebration, but as a core component of our daily academic philosophy through our Spanish-English Dual Language and Spanish Literacy Programs. Spanning from preschool through high school, the programs serve more than 3,700 students, immersing them in bilingual instruction and treating the Spanish language and Hispanic traditions as valuable assets that deepen sociocultural competence, cultural pride, and mutual respect. 

    During Hispanic Heritage Month, these dual-language classrooms serve as vibrant hubs where local Latino/a/x families and educators collaborate to share authentic literature, art, and history, culminating in district-wide community events that center student voices and foster genuine belonging. Ultimately, the district elevates Hispanic heritage into a lifelong educational benefit, guiding students toward earning the Oregon State Seal of Biliteracy while instilling a deep appreciation for the rich diversity of our community.

    We also have a thriving LatinoParent Advisory Council - or PAC - at the district level, and several “paquitos” at the school level to help ensure our Spanish-speaking families can receive information and provide feedback in meaningful ways, and help our district and schools with events and programming that celebrates their cultures and customs. 

    Our schools will be sharing relevant information with students connected to Hispanic and Latina/o/x Heritage over the course of the next several weeks. And families are invited to two upcoming events: Centro Cultural’s Binational Health Fair on Saturday, October 3, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Century High School; and HSD’s Hispanic Heritage Celebration on Wednesday, October 7, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Quatama Elementary School. More details to come. 

    Our featured students are recent grads from Glencoe High School. At HSD, we pride ourselves on our Career and College Pathway program that provides students with real-world skills to prepare them for life after high school. Glencoe High School’s Construction teacher, Todd Patterson, recently shared this success story: tenof his students who just graduated in June were hired by Ultra Clean Technologies - a local supplier to semiconductor companies - as skilled workers. After talking to a UCT employee last spring and learning they were about to ramp up production, Todd suggested speaking to his seniors, which they did. Many students expressed interest and interviewed within weeks of graduation. “Now they are getting paid well and building some really cool products!” Todd shared. “I think what they took away from my class were employability skills like showing up on time, working hard, and having a good attitude. Also, they were all comfortable using hand tools and power tools, and were skilled with basic measuring practice.” Congratulations and way to go, Glencoe Alums!

    Mon, 14 Sep 2026 - 07min
  • 552 - HSD Podcast de la Semana, 7 de septiembre de 2026 - Septiembre es el Mes de la Concientización y Prevención del Suicidio

    Septiembre es el Mes de la Concientización y Prevención del Suicidio, por lo que cada mes de septiembre nos reunimos como comunidad para crear conciencia, difundir esperanza y tomar medidas significativas para prevenir el suicidio. 

    Los pensamientos suicidas pueden afectar a cualquier persona, independientemente de su edad, género u origen; sin embargo, con demasiada frecuencia este tema está rodeado de silencio y estigma. 

    En el Distrito Escolar de Hillsboro (HSD, por sus siglas en inglés), creemos que el suicidio se puede prevenir y que juntos podemos marcar la diferencia.

    Nos enorgullece que todos los consejeros escolares y administradores de nuestro distrito hayan recibido capacitación especializada sobre las mejores prácticas para la prevención del suicidio.

    Los estudiantes de todos los niveles educativos reciben lecciones sobre salud mental y concientización del suicidio apropiadas para su edad. 

    Además, nuestros consejeros y el equipo de Coordinación de Atención de Salud Mental están disponibles para identificar, apoyar y conectar a los estudiantes con recursos si están pasando por un momento difícil.  

    Las familias desempeñan un papel fundamental en la prevención del suicidio. 

    Crear un espacio seguro para conversar abiertamente sobre las emociones y la salud mental ayuda a que los niños y adolescentes sepan que tienen a alguien a quien acudir cuando atraviesan momentos difíciles. 

    Si tiene preguntas sobre cómo conectar a un estudiante con ayuda, por favor comuníquese con su consejero escolar o el administrador de su escuela. 

    También puede acceder a una línea de apoyo confidencial a través de Care Solace, un servicio de coordinación de atención que permite a los estudiantes de HSD y a sus familias conectarse con recursos disponibles en nuestra comunidad. 

    Visite caresolace.com/hsd-k12 o llame al 888-515-0595. 

    Recuerde, cualquier persona que esté experimentando angustia emocional puede llamar o enviar un mensaje de texto al 988 para conectarse de inmediato con personal de apoyo capacitado. 

    Juntos, podemos crear una comunidad donde los estudiantes se sientan vistos, conectados y apoyados. 

    ¡Nuestro evento destacado es el inicio de clases!

    ¡Desde alfombras rojas, globos, saludos de las mascotas y letreros de bienvenida hasta asambleas, presentaciones de bandas y equipos de porristas, así como reuniones de estudiantes del grado 12 para ver el amanecer, nuestros estudiantes regresaron al año escolar 2026-27 con mucha energía y entusiasmo el martes 1 y el miércoles 2 de septiembre!


    Tue, 08 Sep 2026 - 08min
  • 551 - Hillsboro School District Weekly Hot News September 7, 2026 - September is Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month

    September is Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month, so each September, we come together as a community to raise awareness, spread hope, and take meaningful steps toward preventing suicide. Suicidal thoughts can impact anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background, and yet too often the topic is surrounded by silence and stigma. At HSD, we believe suicide is preventable and together we can make a difference.

    We are proud that every school counselor and administrator in our district has received in-depth training on suicide prevention best practices. Age-appropriate mental health and suicide awareness lessons are provided to students at all levels, and our counselors and Mental Health Care Coordination team are here to identify, support, and connect students with resources if they are struggling.  

    Families play an important role in preventing suicide. Creating a safe space for open conversations about emotions and mental health helps children and teens know they have someone they can turn to when they are distressed. 

    If you have questions about connecting a student with help, please reach out to your school counselor or building administrator. You can also visit the confidential lifeline through Care Solace, a care coordination service that allows HSD students and their families to connect to services in our community. And remember, anyone in emotional distress can call or text 988 - the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - to connect immediately with trained support personnel. Together, we can create a community where students feel seen, connected, and supported. 

    Our featured event is the start of school! From red carpets, balloons, mascot high-fives, and lawn signs to assemblies, band and cheer squad performances, and senior sunrise gatherings, our students returned to the 2026-27 school year in style on Tuesday and Wednesday, September 1 and 2! Check out a gallery of photos on our website.

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    Fri, 04 Sep 2026 - 07min
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