LAKE OSWEGO JUNIOR HIGH ON-LINE DIRECTORY

 We are excited to announce that the Lake Oswego Junior High School Directory is now available to all parents on DirectorySpot.  Below are instructions on how to access the directory from your phone or computer, as well as add, change or remove information that appears in the directory.

All parents should have received an email from DirectorySpot with a link to create a password and instructions on how to access the directory.

Once you’ve set your password, follow these two easy steps to start using DirectorySpot! For Smartphone Users: 1.              Download the DirectorySpot app by going to your app store and searching “DirectorySpot”. 2.              Launch DirectorySpot, enter your email address as your Username and your password you just set, and click on “Login” For Tablet, Mac, or PC Users: 1.     Click on https://directoryspot.net/schools/0a11515e/ 2.     Enter your email address as your username, your new password you just set, and click on “Login”

Note – if downloading to an iPad, just search for “iPhone apps” and you will find DirectorySpot.

HOW TO ADD or UPDATE INFORMATION:

Please contact Kirsten Giacomini at kmg99@mac.com or 503-803-2265 to make changes or if you have any trouble or questions about logging in.

CHECK OUT ALL THE COOL STUFF!!!

Make sure to check out all the features, such as the auto dial when you click on a phone number, or the auto launching of maps when you click on an address.  If you hold down the cell phone number, you will get an option to send a text or call the number (iPhone only).  DirectorySpot will even create an email if you click on someone’s email address.

HOW TO PRINT YOUR OWN PAPER DIRECTORY:

For those of you who want a paper copy of the directory, here are the steps to print your own copy at home.

1. Log in to the web based version of the Lake Oswego Junior High directory at directoryspot.net (see detailed instructions above).
2. Click on Family Search under the Directory Menu
3. Click on the button in the upper right hand corner that reads “Download PDF”
4. Print the PDF file that downloads to your computer

Congratulations to the following students for their outstanding achievement in music!

All-State Band- Give a congrats to Monish Judge for representing LOJ Bands!

And finally, congratulations to the following students who have been selected to represent LOJ in the Oregon All State Honor Choir at the OMEA Conference in January:

We hope that all students will join in the fun and participate in Spirit Week – 10/31 through 11/4!  Special thanks to our Student Leadership for planning this.

Monday, 10/31: Wear Your Costume to School (See Dr. Deboy’s guidelines!)

Tuesday, 11/1: Pajama Day

Wednesday, 11/2: Hawaiian Day

Thursday, 11/3: Grade Color Day (6th Grade – Pink, 7th Grade – Blue, 8th Grade – Black)

Friday, 11/4: Fancy Friday

 

Halloween is an exciting day in a middle school, but it can also be disruptive. In order to emphasize the fun and minimize the chaos, please observe the following guidelines as you prepare at home.

Students may choose to wear regular school clothes, fall colors or simple Halloween costumes on Monday, October 31st.

Please follow these guidelines to minimize disruption and maximize the fun:

• Costumes are worn to school and throughout the day. One suggestion is to have your child wear part of their costume to school, and save the big production for the evening.
• Costumes should be appropriate for all regular school activities like quiet work times, recess, and P.E. Please be aware of the activities your child will be doing, and know that their costume may come back soiled or damaged.
• Costumes should not include accessories such as gun, knives, swords, pitchforks or other any items that make them scary, gory, or violent. No masks. No suggestive or sexualized costumes. Please pay careful attention to the appropriateness of the costume for the school environment.
• Minimal make up is allowed, but students are not to bring any makeup items to school for application. No full face makeup or colored hair spray, as it will often come off on clothing, costumes, school supplies, food, and school furniture. If the makeup is creating a problem, your child may be asked to wash it off.

The guidelines mentioned above may seem overly restrictive to some parents, but please understand that they are designed to protect the safety of your students and their costumes, while assuring the opportunity for fun in the school setting. We want the children to have a great time AND have a productive day at school. Thanks so much for your assistance!

The remainder of the week will be a Spirit Week – more information to follow in a future post!

Bluegrass & Bites

Hosts: Kerstan Ruffer  

Date & Time: January 14, 2017 from 6:15 – 10:00pm

Location: Ruffer Home

Spots Available: 70

Cost: $20 per person (students also $20)

Description: Enjoy an evening of live music with bluegrass band Timberbound while snacking on light apps. Band will play two sets. Wine and beer served.

 

Jell-O Shots Around the Fire Pit

Hosts: Kerstan Ruffer

Date & Time: January 7, 2017 from 6:30 – 9:00pm

Location: Ruffer Home

Spots Available: 50

Cost: $20 per person

Description: Jell-O shots and other sips served around the fire pit. This might feel a bit like camping in January. S’mores will be cooking. Happening rain or shine, so come prepared for the weather.

 

Double-Decker Bus Wine Tour

Hosts: Brian Schmidt Builder (Carri & Brian Schmidt)

Date & Time: April 29, 2017 from 10:30am – 5:00pm

Location: Wine country

Spots Available: 20

Cost: $100 per person

Description: Join us for an unforgettable day in Oregon wine country. We’ll begin with light bites and mimosas on the ride. Enjoy tastings at three wineries, lunch from Red Hills Market, and a fabulous time cruising around in a classic double-decker bus as we experience all the valley has to offer.

 

Keep Portland Weird Crawl

Hosts: Sabrina & Matt Park, Amanda & Jeremy Ciporen, Teresa & Brian Boyanovsky

Date & Time: April 22, 2017 from 4:00 – 10:00pm

Location: Park Home and Downtown Portland

Spots Available: 42

Cost: $75 per person

Description: Begin the afternoon with heavy apps and drinks at the Park home from 4:00 – 5:00pm. Then, hop aboard an old yellow school bus, complete with LED disco lights & music inside. Feast on Voodoo donuts as we head toward downtown. Once in town, we’ll make our way into three bars, including two of Portland’s weirdest. Also includes a paid group tour at the Shanghai Tunnels.

 

Mardi Gras

Hosts: Grace Wadell, Courtney Gillette, Susan Shimota

Date & Time: February 25, 2017 from 7:00 – 10:00pm

Location: Wadell Home

Spots Available: 40

Cost: $50 per person

Description: Celebrate this festive holiday in style with heavy apps, wine, beer, and hurricanes—one of the most popular drinks in New Orleans.

 

Cinco de Mayo Taco Truck & Margaritas

Hosts: Shanna Alles, Ann-Marie Knapp, Tricia Shumavon

Date & Time: May 5, 2017 from 6:00 – 10:00pm

Location: TBD

Spots Available: 24

Cost: $50 per person

Description: Join us as we head south of the border with a Taco Truck and margaritas. Other apps served as well.

 

Mamas & Margaritas

Hosts: Whitney Woolf, Andrea Seibt, Kate Firmin, Marilyn Sims, Kelly Looney, Julie Chandler, Danielle Miller, Christine Smith

Date & Time: June 9, 2017 from 6:30 – 8:30pm

Location: Woolf Home

Spots Available: 40

Cost: $35 per person

Description: Waste away in Mom’s Margaritaville with tasty margaritas, delicious nibbles, and good friends. What better way to celebrate the year’s end?!

 

Adult Scavenger Hunt

Hosts: Kristy & Bill Cory, Kathleen & Aaron Greene, Kerry & Bjorn Hinrichs

Date & Time: September 9, 2017 from 7:00 – 10:00pm

Location: Downtown LO and Maher’s

Spots Available: 40

Cost: $50 per person

Description: Compete in a mini-Amazing Race-style scavenger hunt as you run around downtown Lake Oswego collecting items, photos, and videos in a friendly competition with other teams.

 

Murder Mystery Dinner Party

Hosts: Annie Boardman, Heidi Molen, Janice Pulley, Kerry Hinrichs

Date & Time: January 13, 2017 at 6:00pm

Location: Pulley Home

Spots Available: 20

Cost: $75 per person

Description: Join us as we try to uncover “Who Done It at the Juice Bar.” Only for the strong of heart. This exclusive party welcomes you to the only “speakeasy” in Lake Oswego. Expect amazing moonshine, spirits, and a swanky meal of heavy apps. You won’t want to miss!

 

Golf for Women 101

Hosts: Sally Miller (PGA Golf Pro), Shelby Kerr (collegiate golfer/golf industry professional)

Date & Time: May 18, 2017 from 10:00am – 1:00pm

Location: LO Public Golf Course

Spots Available: 8

Cost: $100 per person

Description: Have you ever wanted to learn to play golf but had no idea where to start? Join us for a fun and informative clinic created just for beginners, where you’ll receive an introductory lesson by two LOJ moms who know the sport on every level. Includes a light lunch, classroom instruction, driving range, and possibly a one-hole play on the course.

 

LOJ Crab Crack

Hosts: Sydne & Quinn Doan, Rachel & Andy Heyer, Sara & Evan Lewis

Date & Time: January 6, 2017 from 6:00 – 10:00pm

Location: Lewis Home

Spots: 14

Cost: $75 per person

Description: Get ready to get crackin’ as you enjoy a seafood supper with all the fixings. Guests will be treated to a New England-style crab feed that is sure to please. Roll up your sleeves and dig in as you crack into the crabs while enjoying tasty drinks.

 

LOJ Students PE Palooza

Hosts: Champion, Jacobs, Lopez

Parent Co-Hosts: Shana Alles, Ann Marie Knapp, Nancy Smith

Date & Time: January 26, 2017 from 2:15 – 4:15pm

Location: LOJ Gym

Spots: 40 kids in any grade

Cost: $30 per student

Description: Grab your friends and join us in the gym. But watch out! You may be “dodging” balls. It’s an afternoon of your favorite PE games, followed by pizza and drinks.

 

LOJ Students Movie Afternoon

Hosts: Beem, Steele

Date & Time: December 1, 2016 from 2:15 – 4:15pm

Location: Mrs. Beem’s Room: #25

Spots: 30 kids in any grade

Cost: $30 per student

Description: Come watch “Night at the Museum” with your favorite math teachers and friends. Pizza, popcorn, and drinks served. Bring a pillow or blanket to sit on.

 

LOJ Students Paint with Mrs. Owens

Host: Owens

Parent Co-Hosts: Courtney Gillette, Susan Shimota, Grace Wadell

Date & Time: January 19, 2017 from 3:30 – 5:30pm

Location: Mrs. Owens’ Room

Spots: 20 kids in any grade

Cost: $30 per student

Description: Join Mrs. Owens in painting fun and inspirational signs for your bedroom. Cupcakes and punch served.

 

LOJ Students Mini Weapons of Mass Destruction

Hosts: Godfrey, Kopacek

Parent Co-Hosts: Laurie Daniels, Kellie Merrill, Marcie McAuliffe, Tricia Saefke

Date & Time: November 29, 2016 from 3:00 – 4:30pm

Location: Room 18

Spots: 60 kids in any grade

Cost: $30 per student

Description: Have you ever wanted to learn how to build a paperclip trebuchet? Wage a marshmallow catapult war? Learn to build mini weapons of mass destruction using everyday items. Snacks and drinks served.

 

Thank you students and parents for all your hard work! Here’s what our community accomplished together:

483 hours volunteered

9 organizations

175 students

50 adults

More Volunteer Opportunities:

Whether you volunteered on October 14 or not, there are always opportunities to help these organizations. Below is a list of how to get involved:

Caring Closet – summer volunteer opportunities for students and parents together; clothing drives; visit website for information on current needs or contact Rose Money at rmoney@ttsd.k12.or.us.

Audubon Society – volunteer to help with habitat restoration in the area of the Audubon Society facility in Portland. For more information, contact Deanna Sawtelle at dsawtelle@audubonportland.org.

Camassia Natural Area/The Nature Conservancy – volunteer at a work party at one of The Nature Conservancy’s 30 sites in Oregon; volunteer for the spring clean up at Camassia. For more information, contact orvolunteers@tnc.org.

Children’s Book Bank – volunteer to repair and clean books for distribution to young children or coordinate a book drive. For more information, contact info@childrensbookbank.org.

Oregon Dog Rescue – foster dogs, make dog toys or walk dogs. For more information, contact info@oregondogrescue.org

Oregon Humane Society – make no-bake dog biscuits or participate in one of many volunteer opportunities. For more information, visit their website.

Schoolhouse Pantry – many volunteer opportunities; organize a food drive. For more information, contact Tracy at tracy@schoolhousepantry.org.

Friends of Tryon Creek State Park – volunteer year round and help with trail maintenance and invasive species removal. For more information, contact lizzy@tryonfriends.org.

Lake Oswego Library – several volunteer opportunities throughout the year. For more information, contact cglazer@ci.oswego.or.us

Free Geek – volunteer to refurbish computers for schools and community organizations. For more information, visit the website.

With Love – donate items for children age 0-5; help wash, fold and package items for donation to foster families. For more information, visit the website.