Since its launch this summer, we have received feedback that our new communications platform, ParentSquare, is a bit overwhelming with multiple notifications coming in from various sources. There also may be some confusion about what comes through ParentSquare versus what comes through ParentVue.
Generally speaking, you should expect to receive information specific to your student through ParentVUE - grades, homework, attendance, etc. Information that’s applicable to multiple students - in a special group, classroom, school, or the district as a whole - will come through ParentSquare.
ParentSquare has the ability to send messages via text, push notification through the ParentSquare mobile app, email, and phone calls. The good news is that you can decide how and with what frequency you want to receive all non-urgent communications. By logging into ParentSquare.com and clicking on your name at the top right-hand side of the screen, you can manage your notification settings and narrow down to just one method if you like. You can also choose to receive just one daily digest of all messages, rather than receiving each of them individually. Please refer to the instruction sheet on our website for more details. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work hard to keep you informed but not inundated!
Our featured event is Hillsboro Online Academy K-8’s first campus day! Nearly 100 students kicked off the year at Groner Elementary on Monday, September 29, enjoying PE, Music, Art, STEAM, Library, recess, and social time with friends—some even rode the bus for the first time. HOA K-8 blends online learning with on-campus activities, while the Home School Partnership lets families lead learning at home and still join in the fun.
There will be no school for all students on Thursday, October 9, for staff development; and on Friday, October 10, for a licensed non-contract day. Classes resume on Monday, October 13.
Hot News is produced and emailed to HSD families and staff each week school is in session. Please add the address to your “safe sender” list to make sure you always receive the latest issue. Please also bookmark our district website: hsd.k12.or.us to stay informed about what’s happening in our district and schools.
