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It’s Thanksgiving week, which means it’s time for our annual ‘weather issue’ of Hot News! This is where we like to remind families about how we make inclement weather decisions and how those decisions are communicated. Our district is very large - spanning 204 miles - and within our boundaries are elevations ranging from 140 feet to more than 1500 feet! That means the weather conditions can vary greatly from one area to another. Our goal is always to ensure the safety of all of our students and staff - be they our 12,000+ bus riders, student drivers, walkers, bike riders, or those transported by parents. And when we make an inclement weather decision it applies to all schools. Learn more about the decision-making process and how we will communicate with you on our website at hsd.k12.or.us/weather. Stay warm!

There will be no school for all students the week of November 21st for staff development, conference prep, and family conferences November 21st through 23rd; the Thanksgiving holiday on November 24th; and a licensed non-contract day on November 25th. School resumes for all students on Monday, November 28th.

In addition to COVID-19 and influenza, this cold and flu season we are seeing increases in respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. You can help keep your child and their classmates safe and healthy by following good health hygiene habits and keeping your child home if they are ill.

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 and the 2022-23 School Year page: hsd.k12.or.us/202223schoolyear to stay informed about what’s happening in our district and schools.