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TAKE THE WHEEL: Beaverton Schools and Auxilio Services are now hiring bus drivers. Reach out for an interview by calling 989.435.9474 or emailing sworkman@beavertonschools.net.

READY OR NOT: Heads up, students in Grades 6, 7 and 8! School starts Aug. 19, and here’s a list of recommended items you should bring. One spiral notebook and one folder in each of these colors: red (ELA), yellow (Math), blue (Social Studies), green (Science) and orange (Elective); Sharpened #2 pencils; One pack of sharpened colored pencils; Highlighters; One pack of sticky notes; One glue stick; One three-ring binder to hold folders and notebooks; One pencil pouch to put in three-ring binder to hold pencils, colored pencils, highlighters, sticky notes, etc. Each student will be issued a 13” Chromebook and charger; they will be required to properly care for their computer and keep it charged. A case will not be provided with this device. Teachers always appreciate donations of tissues, whiteboard markers and disinfectant wipes. #GoBeavers

A NEW LEADER: Michael Hugan has been selected as Beaverton Schools' new superintendent following a thorough three-month search process. The district’s board of education made it official at its meeting Monday with a unanimous vote approving Hugan’s hire. More details at beavertonschools.net. #GoBeavers

ROUND TWO: The Beaverton Schools Board of Education conducted interviews of four finalists for its superintendent position Monday and Tuesday this week, and two of those candidates will be brought back for second interviews on Monday, June 17. Michael Hugan will speak with the board from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m., followed by Jennifer Thrush from 5 to 6 p.m. These meetings, held at the BJSHS Media Center, are open to the public.

Are you amazing? Looking to change kids’ lives through the power of education in a safe, collaborative workplace? Want to take your career to a place where you’re seen, supported and valued? Beaverton Schools is looking to add engaged, committed educators. Positions include Elementary Dean of Students/District Homeless Liaison; teaching positions in Physical & Health Education (K-12), Science (Grades 9-12), Mathematics (Grades 6-8), Science (Grades 6-8) and Early Elementary Education; and Athletic Director (Part-time). Check out all our openings at beavertonschools.net/employment.

IT'S NOT 'GOODBYE', IT'S 'SEE YA LATER' - Well, we made it. Have a great summer, students and staff. #BeavertonAlways

PERFECTION: It's hard to achieve in any walk of life. But this year, three students - Emma Knake, Azalia Beveridge and Max Holmes - made it to school every day and to every class on time and never left early. Put your hands together for Beaverton Elementary's Perfect Attendance winners. That's impressive. #GoToSchool #GoBeavers

Wow, 141 combined years serving in education. These shoes are going to be impossible to fill. Congrats to our retirees! Mrs. Hasler, Mrs. Jefferies, Mrs. Lyons, and Mrs. Peterson - we will miss you!

BES Running Club had its final event, a one mile Fun Run, today on the high school track. Congrats to all for another great year of running club!

VISITING BJSHS IN JUNE? Due to construction on the BJSHS Main Parking Lot beginning June 3, access to the building will be routed through the back (north) side of the building. Visitors should enter campus through either the Tonkin Street entrance or the driveway next to the central office and park in the areas designated in YELLOW below. They should enter the English Hallway on the east end of the building through Door #20. If you are unable to enter the building, dial 989.246.3010 for assistance.

THE SATISFACTION OF A DAY AFIELD: If you haven't hugged a Beaverton Elementary PTO member lately, do so ASAP. They do great things for our school all year through, and today they put on a whale of a Field Day, offering students games, fun and the chance to dunk an adult without repercussion. Thanks, BES PTO, for everything you do to make this place special. #BESPTO #GoBeavers

SEND OFF FOR SUMMER LEARNING! Thank you to all of the K-3 family members who attended our Popsicles with Parents. It was a great opportunity to learn about how important it is to have FUN learning this summer. Each student left with a summer take-home bag full of games and goodies to keep summer exciting and learning loss at bay!

MINIATURE MATRICULATION: Look out, first grade! Here comes the latest edition of Kindergarten graduates from BES, singin', dancin' and advancin'. The high school version of the Class of '24 walks the stage tonight at 7 p.m. at BJSHS. If you can't make it in person, catch the livestream at bit.ly/4256sc3. #GoGrads #BeavertonAlways

OUT FOR A STROLL: Ahead of today's 1 pm. Kindergarten Graduation at BES, our fifth- and sixth-graders matched up with the newest batch of l'il graduates for a quick walk of honor around the school. #GoGrads #GoBeavers

SENIOR STUFF: Their last day was Tuesday, but with Honors Night starting in 30 minutes (!) and graduation 24 hours later, our seniors spent the first day of the rest of their lives...in school. You can't have graduation without graduation practice, so the gang pulled together today to do just that. Stream both events at bit.ly/4256sc3, starting at 6:55 p.m. tonight and tomorrow. #GoGrads #GoBeavers

MUST-SEE: If you can't make it in person to BJSHS for Honors Night Wednesday and Graduation Thursday, tune in to the Beaverton Schools YouTube page to catch our livestream of both events. We'll begin broadcasts on each night at 6:55 p.m. and bring all the senior excitement straight to you. Find us live both nights at https://bit.ly/4256sc3 and #GoGrads.

See you tomorrow!

PARENTAL EXPERTISE: Children don’t need perfection - they need connection. Parent Coaching is a FREE resource provided by Beaverton Schools and Parent Guidance that connects you to regularly scheduled meetings with a coach, as well as content created by therapists. Parent Guidance is here to support you throughout the summer with Parent Coaching. To register for ongoing support from a coach, visit cookcenter.info/coaching.

SUPERSTAR DOUBLE-SHOT: As we barrel toward the school year's finish line, we need to catch up on some housekeeping. Presenting for your adoration and appreciation...the April and May BES Students of the Month. For April, we've got (left to right) Zaidyn Beverage, Rylinn Smith, Brayden Wilson, Conner Sheehan, Julia Russell, Serenity Coppola, Charlie Dodman, Archer Coppola and Mackenzie Porter. And for the month of May, here's Braxtin Ireland, Richard Garvie, TJ Corkins, Aiden Eagle, Trixie Kingry, Charley Szalka, Kenzie Russell, Matthew Shinabarger and Tanner Yott. Congrats to all and #GoBeavers.

WE HAVE LIFT-OFF: One long-held tradition at BES to close out the year is our sixth-grade Science classes launching rockets. Ably and safely guided by Mrs. Lyons, Mr. Fry and guest-launcher Mr. Hayes, students fired their rockets off into the beautiful morning sky and retrieved their parachuted remnants, learning some cool lessons along the way. #BeaverScience