We’re continuing to make steady progress across multiple bond-funded projects throughout the district! Here’s a snapshot of where things stand:
🏫 Phase 2 Elementary Schools (Candy Lane, Holcomb, John McLoughlin):
Design development is complete, with teams reviewing staff feedback from November and continuing cost estimating. Community, staff, and family input gathered through conferences is helping inform next steps. Planning is underway for how schools will operate during construction, including preparations for Candy Lane’s temporary transition to the King campus. Vendor selection is also underway for moving services and new playground equipment.
🔧 Oregon City High School – CTE:
Design development is complete, and the project remains in the design phase as plans are refined.
⚾ OCHS Fields & Grounds:
Construction continues to move forward—even through heavy rain. Softball facilities and fencing are complete, work is resuming on the baseball field, and the project remains on track for completion before the spring athletic season. Several new scoreboards are now installed!
🏟️ Pioneer Stadium:
Cost estimating and coordination with the City are ongoing, with construction currently anticipated for summer 2026.
Thank you to our staff, students, families, and community members for your continued feedback and support as we build safe, updated, and future-ready learning spaces for our students.
A big shoutout to the students who continue to lead with positive behavior. One of our CAIS HS winners, Reed Klusmann, shared a good reminder: “Good behavior shouldn’t be rewarded; it should be a standard for all.”
Keep up the awesome work!
Oregon City is seeking essays, media presentations and posters for their annual contest. Deadline to enter is on Sunday, March 15th, 2026.
All digital submissions must be sent to hschmidt@orcity.org before the deadline. Poster submissions can also be dropped at Oregon City Hall, 625 Center Street, during regular office hours before the deadline.
Shoutout to our amazing students who are kind, safe, respectful, and professional—you rock! Keep spreading positivity and making our school an awesome place to be.
Drop off your bottles and cans on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 10am–12pm at Jackson St. & 12th, Oregon City.
Looking for the perfect holiday gift? We’ve got you covered! PTO CAIS Swag Store is open now through 12/5. All orders will be delivered directly to the school and sent home with students by 12/20.
If you prefer a phone call to arrange pickup instead of having items sent home with your student, please contact the school office.
LINK to CAIS Swag Store: https://hoodviewgraphics.com/clackamas_academy_of_industrial/shop/home
Thank you for supporting the CAIS PTO!
We hope you have a wonderful holiday filled with rest, gratitude, and good decisions!
We’ll be back on December 1st!
Check out last week's Hot Minute in District 62! Each week we highlight a different part of our district with a short video. Last week we visited Candy Lane and heard 5th grade students present their ideas about our upcoming bond projects at their school. You can tune in each week on our YoutTube channel. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss out!
https://youtu.be/wdAjYWWcM48
Your support will help take Skynet Robotics to the next level this season. Thank you for being part of the journey!
- Donate online via PayPal:
PayPal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=GY4PR27NB6L28
- Make checks payable to OC Robotics Booster Club and drop them off with Laurie in the CAIS office.
This week, our MS students explored bacterial hot spots around the building as part of our study on communicable diseases, viruses, and bacteria.
Wishing everyone a restful — and germ-free — weekend! 😊
Middle School (6th & 7th Grade Only) :
- Teachers will contact selected families to schedule conferences for the afternoons of Monday, Nov. 24 and Wednesday, Nov. 25.
- If you do not receive a request, please join us for open conferences in the cafeteria on Monday, Nov. 17 or Tuesday, Nov. 18 between 4:00–6:30 PM.
- No sign-up required!
High School (Including 8th Grade) :
- Families are welcome to attend open conferences in the cafeteria on Monday, Nov. 17 or Tuesday, Nov. 18 from 4:00–6:30 PM.
- No sign-up needed!
An email went out earlier this week with an Amazon wish list link and a sign-up for conference meals for our staff during these long evenings. If you are able to help or donate, it would be greatly appreciated. Please stop by the CAIS PTO table during the conferences to see how CAIS families support our students and staff.
Mid-Term Conferences :
Middle School (6th & 7th Grade):
Teachers will contact select families to schedule conferences for the afternoons of Nov. 24 and Nov. 25.
If you don’t receive a scheduling request, you’re welcome to stop by the cafeteria anytime between 4:00–6:30 PM on Nov. 17 or Nov. 18 — no sign-up needed!
High School (including 8th Grade):
Families can attend open conferences in the cafeteria between 4:00–6:30 PM on Nov. 17 or Nov. 18 - No sign-up required!
Need a little extra help with food resources? Community programs are available throughout the area. Learn more and find local options here:
OCSD Community Resources:
https://www.ocsd62.org/page/community-resources
Last week four OCSD students presented to school board leaders and district leaders from across the state during the annual OSBA conference. They shared their perspectives and experiences from serving on the Superintendent Student Advisory Committee.
Watch the Hot Minute on our Youtube channel: https://youtu.be/9SnkZ5FRwGs
No school on Monday, November 10 (Grading Day) and Tuesday, November 11 (Veterans Day). Enjoy the extra time off — we’ll see you back in class on Wednesday!
Another Reminder:
Calling all future engineers!
Join OC Robotics Team 2550, Skynet, and unleash your creativity through coding, building, and teamwork! 🤖
Students ages 14–18 are welcome to join the fun.
📅 Tuesdays | 3:30–5:30 PM
📍 CAIS, 1306 12th St, Oregon City, OR 97045
🗓️ Last day for new members to join: December 16
📧 Learn more: team2550robotics@gmail.com
