UPCOMING EVENTS
November 21st - Expanded Options CCC Student Monthly On-Campus Meeting at 10:00am
November 24th & 25th - No Middle School Only/Scheduled Conferences
November 26th - 28th - Thanksgiving Break
December 22nd - January 5th - Winter Break
CAIS SWAG FOR SALE
We have CAIS Swag available to purchase. They make great gifts for the holidays! The store closes 12/5 and the orders will be distributed directly to the school for delivery by 12/20. Please reach out to the office if you would like a call home rather than items sent home with your student. Thanks!
CONFERENCE FEEDBACK:
Thank you for coming to conferences on Monday and Tuesday! Please take a moment to fill out this short survey about your experience.
THANK YOU
On behalf of the entire staff, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks for all of your generous donations toward the teacher conference meals and snacks. Your support truly makes a difference, and we are so grateful for your commitment to support us. We are grateful!
FOOD RESOURCES AROUND THE AREA
We know that many local families are struggling with resources. Please know that we have weekend food resources available here at school. Here are additional local resources available for you. Don't hesitate to reach out if we can help.
CLOTHING & HYGIENE ITEMS DRIVE
We have a donation box in the office at CAIS.
EXPANDED OPTIONS MANDATORY ON CAMPUS STUDENT MEETING
November 21st at 10:00am in the CAIS Cafeteria. Please note that this meeting is mandatory.
A HEALTH UPDATE
The Oregon Department of Education (ODE) is coordinating with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) to share the following important information related to respiratory viruses and vaccinations. Respiratory virus season is upon us, and many are wondering about vaccinations for this year. The recently formed West Coast Health Alliance (WCHA) has released the Consensus WCHA 2025-2026 Respiratory Virus Season Immunization Recommendations, providing clarity on vaccine eligibility for Oregonians and others in WCHA states. Additionally, the OHA Getting Vaccines in Oregon webpage includes an FAQ and virus season immunization recommendations, both translated into 12 different languages. Educators are encouraged to share this information with school communities to promote health, information, and access.
See the West Coast Health Alliance Frequently Asked Questions for the Public for specific recommendations for those at increased risk.
Key Information
COVID-19 Vaccines
Updated COVID-19 vaccines are available to anyone, 6 months of age and older, who wants them — this is unchanged from recent respiratory seasons.
Influenza Vaccine
The WCHA endorses the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) current universal recommendation for the influenza vaccine. All people 6 months of age and older should receive an updated influenza vaccine. These recommendations are unchanged from last year.
RSV Vaccine
The WCHA endorses the ACIP’s current recommendations for RSV immunization products, which varies by certain factors. Please see the West Coast Health Alliance Frequently Asked Questions for the Public for specific recommendations.
Action Needed
What does this mean for people in Oregon who want a COVID-19 vaccine?
The updated COVID-19 vaccine is available to everyone 6 months of age and older in Oregon. Pharmacies can vaccinate anyone 7 years of age and older.
No prescription is required for the COVID-19 vaccine – either in pharmacies or in provider offices.
Medicaid and Medicare and most commercial insurers will continue to cover the cost of the updated COVID-19 vaccines in Oregon.
Learn more on West Coast Health Alliance Frequently Asked Questions for the Public.
Background
The Governors of Oregon, California, Hawaii, and Washington have formed the West Coast Health Alliance (WCHA) to bring consistency on the west coast for vaccinations. The WCHA is committed to safeguarding scientific expertise and vaccine access, while leading with clarity, science, and care so that individuals and families know their options and can access the protection they deserve.
You can learn more from Governor Kotek’s WCHA press release.
The Oregon Health Authority will continue to update their website as we learn more from the WCHA.
MIDDLE SCHOOL LEADERSHIP
The leadership team is looking for snack donations to have during their weekly meetings. Please bring any donations to either the office or Ms. LaVoie. Thank you.
HIGH SCHOOL ROBOTICS
You can still sign up to join the team through December 16th!
GRADUATING SENIORS - TICKETS TO GRAD NIGHT PARTY ON SALE NOW!
Please scan the barcode to buy tickets.
Please follow the link to view both the Middle School and High School calendars.
They contain days off, holidays, events, etc... https://www.caisoc.com/o/caisoc/page/cais-calendar