First Day of School for the 2017-2018 School Year
First Day of School for grades 1 – 5, 6 and 9 will be Tuesday, September 5, 2017 (grades 6 and 9 will have middle and high school orientation)
First Day of School for grades 7, 8, 10, 11, 12 is Wednesday, September 6, 2017
First Day of School for Kindergarten is Monday, September 11, 2017
Siuslaw Elementary School Registration – All Grades
August 15,16,17, 2017 from 9:00AM to 3:00PM Elementary School Supply List
Siuslaw Middle School Registration – All Grades
August 16 – 18, 2017 from 9:00AM to 3:00PM Middle School Supply List
August 22 – 25, 2017 from 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Siuslaw High School Registration – All Grades
August 16 – 17, 2017* from 8:30AM to 3:30PM High School Supply List
*Please note these two days are also photo and locker assignment days
Siuslaw School District has a Budget Committee position open for the 2017/2018 budget process. Position 4 is open for appointment by the school board. The school board will consider applications at the September 13, 2017 board meeting. More information may be found on the School Board webpage.
Siuslaw School District Calendars
Siuslaw District Events Calendar - All Buildings
Siuslaw Middle School Calendar
Siuslaw Elementary School Calendar
2018-2019 – Spring Break – 3/23/19 - 3/31/19
2019-2020 – Spring Break – 3/21/20 - 3/29/20
2020-2021 – Spring Break – 3/20/21 - 3/28/21
Siuslaw School District Wish List
2016-2017 School Hours
Please click here for a quick glance of school hours for the 2016-2017 school year.
The district is committed to the optimal development of every student and believes that a positive, safe and health-promoting learning environment is necessary for students to have the opportunity to achieve personal, academic, developmental and social success. Learn more about the district's committment to wellness here.
Visit our Food Services page for more information.
2016-2017 Notice for Statewide Tests
Dear Siuslaw School District Parents/Guardians,
Here is some important information about this school year’s state tests:
Each spring, Oregon students in grades 3-8 and 11 participate in state assessments in English Language Arts and Math. Rather than multiple-choice questions, today’s tests ask students to explain their reasoning and, often, write out their answers. The new assessments measure more complex skills such as critical-thinking, writing, and problem solving so that schools and parents can assess whether children are on-track to graduate from high school ready for college or a career.
Students will take the state tests again this coming spring. While the tests in English Language Arts and Math cannot tell us everything about your child’s academic progress, the results do act as a snapshot of your child’s strengths and areas for improvement in those subject areas. The tests help our school district get a more complete and accurate picture of how all Siuslaw students are performing. As we assess curriculum, review instructional strategies, distribute resources and work to improve our educational system, our students’ performance overall is a big factor in planning and decision-making.
Siuslaw School District has always had a high participation rate on state assessments as both parents and staff have found value in this “point-in-time” check on the progress of our students and our educational system. However, parents in Oregon have the option to opt their children out of state assessments this spring. Should you wish to opt your child out, please read the information carefully and then print, complete, and return the form to the main office of your child’s school by February 10th, 2017.
Please see the Parent Opt Out FAQ if you have general questions or want more information about the Oregon State Assessments.
If you have additional questions, please contact your child’s building principal.
Sincerely,
Andrew Grzeskowiak
State Testing Quick Facts - English
State Testing Quick Facts - Spanish
Adverse Weather NotificationOur school district uses the National Weather Service to guide our decisions about school closures or activity cancellations.
The transportation department and administration closely monitor the local weather and the forecasts throughout the day. Below is a list of media outlets that will carry emergency information. We will also have any changes posted on the district website and will institute our automated phone messaging system to get the information out to families as early as possible. Please make sure that the schools have any changes in your contact information as we head into winter storm season.
If parents or guardians feel it is unsafe for their children to attend school during inclement weather events, they may call the school office to excuse their child from school. Please know that we don’t make these decisions lightly and will continue to carefully monitor weather situations.
In the event of adverse weather, please click here for information on where to tune to receive updated information on possible closures, delays or early dismissals.
Community News and Parent Resources
Siuslaw School District 97J does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Lisa Utz, Special Programs Director, Siuslaw School District 97J (541)997-5456, lutz@siuslaw.k12.or.us
