This is a reminder that our survey will close on Wednesday, March 18. Please take a bit of time to watch our informational video and share your thoughts in our survey for the 2026-2027 Budget.
www.ocsd62.org/page/district-annual-budget
Please take a bit of time to watch our informational video and share your thoughts in our survey for the 2026-2027 Budget.
www.ocsd62.org/page/district-annual-budget
Oregon City School District's Strategic Plan is built on partnership — with students, families, staff, and community. Strong partnerships start with strong communication, and strong communication starts with listening to you.
Take our 10–15 minute survey by April 1.
Your responses will guide how we communicate across the district — from school newsletters to community updates.
Take the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/S6YCTFM
Starting kindergarten is a big milestone—for kids and families! We invite families with incoming kindergarten students to attend Kinder Connect, our in-person kindergarten open house events at Oregon City School District schools.
Kinder Connect is a chance to:
✨ Tour the school
👋 Meet kindergarten teachers and staff
🏫 See classrooms and shared spaces
❓ Ask questions and learn what to expect
😊 Help your child feel excited and comfortable about starting school
📅 Kinder Connect Dates
• Gaffney Lane & John McLoughlin — March 3 | 6–7 p.m.
• Beavercreek, Holcomb & Redland — March 10 | 6–7 p.m.
• Candy Lane — April 21 | 6–7 p.m. (for students selected through the lottery)
Families are encouraged to attend the event at their neighborhood school. You’re welcome whether you’ve already registered or are still in the process.
Kindergarten is about curiosity, connection, and confidence—and Kinder Connect is a great first step. We can’t wait to welcome you! 💙
📍 Learn more on the Oregon City School District website. www.ocsd62.org/page/kinder-connect
In honor of Marcia Donovan, beloved JME parent, substitute teacher, PTSO Secretary and community member, 20% of all food sales from this fundraiser will go to our PTSO's 'Marcia Donovan School Supply Fund.'
Red Robin
12560 SE 93rd St
Clackamas, OR 97015
Monday, March 9th
All day online and in person
Mention John McLoughlin at check out.
Are you ready to register for Kindergarten? Check out this awesome dual language option!
🌟 ¡Todos Unidos! Lottery Is Open 🌟
Families interested in a Spanish–English dual language immersion experience for their child are invited to learn more about our program ¡Todos Unidos!, offered through the Oregon City School District.
¡Todos Unidos! is a K–12 pathway that begins at Candy Lane Elementary, where students learn to read, write, speak, and listen in both Spanish and English while meeting grade-level academic standards. The program supports strong academics, cultural understanding, and bilingualism from an early age.
📝 Enrollment for kindergarten and first grade is through a lottery.
Families who are interested must enter the lottery to be considered for placement. Our lottery is now open and will run through April 1, so don't wait!
📅 Families are encouraged to attend a virtual informational session on February 26 to hear about the program, ask questions, and learn how the lottery works.
Even if you plan to enter the lottery, families should still register for their neighborhood school to ensure a smooth enrollment process.
If you’re curious about dual language learning and want to explore a bilingual school community, ¡Todos Unidos! may be a great fit for your family.
📍 Learn more, attend the info session, and enter the lottery on Candy Lane's website. www.candylaneschool.org
Here in OCSD62, we believe each and every student is worth it. We believe they can do it! Our passion and purpose are rooted in helping students learn, grow, and thrive. And research shows what we see every day: attendance matters.
Even one missed day means missed learning, missed connections, and missed confidence-building moments.
We’re Here for It.
We’re here for their questions.
We’re here for their hard days.
We’re here for their future.
If getting to school is hard right now — reach out. Our school teams are here to provide support for your student!
Starting kindergarten is a big milestone—for kids and families! We invite families with incoming kindergarten students to attend Kinder Connect, our in-person kindergarten open house events at Oregon City School District schools.
Kinder Connect is a chance to:
✨ Tour the school
👋 Meet kindergarten teachers and staff
🏫 See classrooms and shared spaces
❓ Ask questions and learn what to expect
😊 Help your child feel excited and comfortable about starting school
📅 Kinder Connect Dates
• Gaffney Lane & John McLoughlin — March 3 | 6–7 p.m.
• Beavercreek, Holcomb & Redland — March 10 | 6–7 p.m.
• Candy Lane — April 21 | 6–7 p.m. (for students selected through the lottery)
Families are encouraged to attend the event at their neighborhood school. You’re welcome whether you’ve already registered or are still in the process.
Kindergarten is about curiosity, connection, and confidence—and Kinder Connect is a great first step. We can’t wait to welcome you! 💙
📍 Learn more on the Oregon City School District website. www.ocsd62.org/page/kinder-connect
Families interested in a Spanish–English dual language immersion experience for their child are invited to learn more about our program ¡Todos Unidos!, offered through the Oregon City School District.
¡Todos Unidos! is a K–12 pathway that begins at Candy Lane Elementary, where students learn to read, write, speak, and listen in both Spanish and English while meeting grade-level academic standards. The program supports strong academics, cultural understanding, and bilingualism from an early age.
📝 Enrollment for kindergarten and first grade is through a lottery.
Families who are interested must enter the lottery to be considered for placement. Our lottery is now open and will run through April 1, so don't wait!
📅 Want to learn more?
Families are encouraged to attend a virtual informational session on February 26 to hear about the program, ask questions, and learn how the lottery works.
Even if you plan to enter the lottery, families should still register for their neighborhood school to ensure a smooth enrollment process.
If you’re curious about dual language learning and want to explore a bilingual, inclusive school community, ¡Todos Unidos! may be a great fit for your family.
📍 Learn more, attend the info session, and enter the lottery on Candy Lane's website. www.candylaneschool.org
🥎It was a beautiful, sunny day to celebrate something special for our students and community! ☀️
Yesterday we officially opened our newly turfed softball field at Oregon City High School with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Members from our softball team and local softball community joined us for this celebration, as well as school board members, bond team members, and Community Bond Oversight Committee members!
OCHS Softball players then held their first practice on the new turf surface.
This project is one of several in the fields and grounds updates being worked on in phase 1 of our 2025 capital bond projects. Other projects in this phase include new turf installations at the OCHS varsity baseball field and the multipurpose field directly behind OCHS.
The new turf creates a safer, more durable playing surface that will allow for more consistent practices, games, and outdoor learning opportunities throughout the year—rain or shine.
We’re grateful for the support of our community and look forward to more celebrations as the rest of our projects are completed. These are your bond dollars at work!
Families interested in a Spanish–English dual language immersion experience for their child are invited to learn more about our program ¡Todos Unidos!, offered through the Oregon City School District.
¡Todos Unidos! is a K–12 pathway that begins at Candy Lane Elementary, where students learn to read, write, speak, and listen in both Spanish and English while meeting grade-level academic standards. The program supports strong academics, cultural understanding, and bilingualism from an early age.
📝 Enrollment for kindergarten and first grade is through a lottery.
Families who are interested must enter the lottery to be considered for placement. Our lottery is now open and will run through April 1, so don't wait!
📅 Want to learn more?
Families are encouraged to attend a virtual informational session on February 26 to hear about the program, ask questions, and learn how the lottery works.
Even if you plan to enter the lottery, families should still register for their neighborhood school to ensure a smooth enrollment process.
If you’re curious about dual language learning and want to explore a bilingual, inclusive school community, ¡Todos Unidos! may be a great fit for your family.
📍 Learn more, attend the info session, and enter the lottery on Candy Lane's website. www.candylaneschool.org
If you have a child who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, now is the perfect time to register for kindergarten in the Oregon City School District!
Registering early helps our schools plan class sizes, staffing, and supports so students can start the year strong. It also gives families access to helpful kindergarten readiness resources and invitations to Kinder Connect, our in-person kindergarten open house events.
✨ Kinder Connect is a great way to get ready for kindergarten!
Families can:
🚸Tour their neighborhood school
🤝Meet kindergarten teachers and staff
🚌See classrooms and shared spaces
⍰ Ask questions and learn what to expect
🎉Help their child feel excited and comfortable about starting school
📅 Kinder Connect Dates
• Gaffney Lane & John McLoughlin — March 3 | 6–7 p.m.
• Beavercreek, Holcomb & Redland — March 10 | 6–7 p.m.
• Candy Lane — Virtual informational session is February 26, In -person Kinder Connect is April 21 | 6–7 p.m. (for students selected through the lottery)
Families are encouraged to attend the event at their neighborhood school. You’re welcome whether you’ve already registered or are just getting started. If you need assistance in registering, contact your school's main office, or bring your questions to Kinder Connect!
Kindergarten is a big milestone—and you don’t have to have everything figured out yet. We’re here to support you and your child every step of the way.
📍 Learn more and register on our website. www.ocsd62.org/page/kinder-connect We can’t wait to welcome our newest learners! 💙
February --6
Fundraising for recess equipment ~ class with most funds raised earns a popcorn party!
✔ Years of service : I’ve officially served as an OCSD board member for the past two and a half years. However, my relationship with the school district goes back much further, as a parent, educator, and school volunteer.
✔ What motivates you to serve? : I truly believe OCSD is home to some of the most dedicated families, educators, and students around and I feel lucky to be part of such a wonderful, supportive community.
✔ One thing you love about our students or community: The support shows up everywhere whether it’s cheering in the stands or applauding at the theater.
✔A memorable highlight during your time as a board member: One of the most meaningful moments of my board service was being part of the school board when the most recent school bond passed, knowing it will make a lasting, positive difference for our schools and community for many years to come.
Thank you, Dr. Heidi, for your time and dedication to our students and community. 💙
✔ Years of service : This my 7th year in OC and I also served 4 years in Canby (so all total I am in my 11th year.)
✔ What motivates you to serve? : I believe in public education and I want all kids to have the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
✔ One thing you love about our students or community: I love how our community supports our student activities, fundraising, sports, volunteering and all round putting kids first.
✔A memorable highlight during your time as a board member: My memorable highlight is seeing our community support the needed facility infrastructure by passing our school bonds!
Thank you, Pamela, for your time and dedication to our students and community. 💙
It’s that time of year when getting up and coming to school can feel especially hard. The days are dark, cold, and wet. The excitement of the start of the school year has faded, winter break has come and gone, and spring break can feel far away.
Some mornings, you may not feel like coming to school—or doing much of anything at all. The cozy comfort of your favorite place calls your name. You may not be in the best mood, or maybe you feel like you won't put in your best effort. And that's ok! We still, very much, want to see you here at school.
Come as you are.
Tired. Excited. Quiet. Curious. Unsure. Happy. Restless. Bored.
We understand there are times when staying home is necessary, and we support that. On all the other days, we want you here—learning, and growing in all your beautiful human conditions. No matter the day. No matter the feeling. We are here for you.
✔ Years of service : 6 whole months!
✔ What motivates you to serve? : I love how the Oregon City School District continues to move in the right direction. I'm proud of our many wins (school bond, test score improvements, CTE, expanded opportunities for all our students, etc) and am extremely optimistic about where OC is heading.
✔ One thing you love about our students or community: I'm encouraged and inspired to see our families, educators, and students work together with a shared commitment to helping kids succeed.
✔A memorable highlight during your time as a board member: The first 6 months have been a whirlwind but breaking ground for the bond's first phase is definitely a highlight (check out social media to see pics of our new softball fields). I cannot wait for later this year for when we start inside our schools. A lot of work is ahead but it's such an exciting time for OC.
Thank you, Ryan, for your time and dedication to our students and community. 💙
✔ Years of service : I have been a board member for just about two and a half years.
✔ What motivates you to serve? : I am motivated by so many things, but really I think this job is about making sure that all of our kids and staff have what they need to succeed, and that by ensuring that, ensuring that our community succeeds as well.
✔ One thing you love about our students or community: Maybe I’m biased, because my kids have had such great teachers, but I am so proud of the people who work in our schools and so grateful to be able to work alongside them. We have such a diverse, vibrant community here, and I think our school district is a shining example of everything good about this place we choose to live.
✔A memorable highlight during your time as a board member: It would be easy to say my biggest highlight thus far is passing our bond, which we are using to finally transform our elementary schools. The biggest highlight, though, has been getting to hear kids talk about how much they love school and their community, and getting to be a part of watching them succeed. Being a school board member is a lot of work and a lot of time, but absolutely worth it.
Thank you, Alex, for your time and dedication to our students and community. 💙
