Corvallis School district 509J

Back to school

 

The first day of the 2011-2012 school year for all students (except kindergarteners) will be Wednesday, Sept. 7.

Each grade level has a different calendar and daily schedule to allow teachers more time to collaborate as Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) in order to improve instruction and student achievement. Links to each calendar are provided below:

Read on to discover additional information that will help you prepare for the start of the new school year. Links to individual school Web sites also are provided in the menu bar to provide even more details.

Frequently Asked Questions

When do school offices open?

The school offices at Crescent Valley and Corvallis high schools will open Aug. 8. Linus Pauling Middle School's office also will open Aug. 8 and Cheldelin Middle School will reopen Aug. 15. Elementary school offices open on Aug. 25.

How do I know what school my student should attend?

Check out the district's school boundary area map here.

When can my child register for classes?

Elementary students new to the district may enroll at their boundary area school at any time during regular office hours before school begins. Parents are asked to bring proof of their child's age and address and a record of their immunizations.

Middle and high school students may register according to the following schedules:

Cheldelin Middle School
Aug. 24-25    9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (all grades on both days)
On these days, students will pick up class schedules and have their pictures taken
Aug. 26          8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. WEB (Where Everyone Belongs) orientation for
                         incoming sixth graders

Franklin K-8 School
Sept. 6           Noon, New Middle School Student Luncheon (All incoming 6th graders and
                         any 7th or 8th graders new to Franklin are invited for pizza and to meet 
                         other students and staff)
                        1 to 2 p.m. (Grades 6-8)
During this time, middle level students can pick up their schedules in the front office.

Linus Pauling Middle School
Aug. 25          9 a.m. to noon (8th graders); 1 to 4 p.m. (7th graders)
Aug. 26          9 a.m. to noon (6th graders + WEB orientation) 
                        1 to 4 p.m. (Late registration)
During these times, students and parents will pick up class schedules, locker combinations, pay fees and practice opening lockers.

Corvallis High School
Aug. 22          8 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Students new to Corvallis - call 757-5901 to schedule
                         counseling appointment )
Aug. 23        10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Seniors); 2 to 4:30 p.m. (Juniors)
Aug. 24        10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Sophomores); 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. (Freshmen)
Aug. 25-26    8 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Late registration)
Aug. 29          8 a.m. to 3 p.m. (ID Card and Picture Make-up Day)

Crescent Valley High School
Aug. 23          9 a.m. to noon (Seniors); 1 to 4 p.m. (Juniors)
Aug. 24          9 a.m. to noon (Sophomores); 1 to 4 p.m. (Freshmen)
Aug. 30          9 a.m. to noon, 1 to 3 p.m.  (Late registration)

What school supplies will my child need?

Elementary and middle schools develop supply lists according to each grade level -- please check the following links for items your child will need. High school students should check with their individual teachers for a list of supplies they might need. (If your school is not listed below, call the school office for more information.)

    Adams Elementary School
    Cheldelin Middle School
    Franklin K-8 School
    Garfield Elementary School - English / Spanish
    Hoover Elementary School
    Jefferson Elementary School
    Lincoln Elementary School - English / Spanish
    Linus Pauling Middle School - English / Spanish
    Mountain View Elementary School
    Wilson Elementary School

What do I need to know about school lunches?

The price of school lunches has increased by a nickel for 2011-2012. Complete information about costs and how food services are offered is available here.

How do I know if I qualify for the Free and Reduced Price Meal program, and where do I sign up?

The guidelines for participating in the federal Free and Reduced Price Meal program are available here.

Where can I find my child's bus schedule?

Bus schedules will be printed in the Corvallis Gazette-Times the week before school begins. The schedules also will be posted on the Transportation page of this Web site.

What is the first day of school for kindergarteners?

Kindergarten students in Corvallis experience a “gentle start” to their first year in school. During the first week of school (Sept. 7-13), kindergarten teachers will meet one-on-one with students and their parents. This gives teachers an opportunity to get to know the children and complete some quick, informal assessments with each one.

Kindergarten students will attend their first day of class along with just half of their classmates to allow the teacher more time to interact with each child and to teach those key skills necessary for success in kindergarten. After each half of the class goes through this orientation time, the entire class starts school together.

Parents should call their school office to find out what day and time their child is to arrive at school the first time. All kindergarten classes will be session by Sept. 14.

When do fall sports practices begin at the high schools?

Fall sports teams at both high schools (football, volleyball, cross-country and soccer) offer an optional conditioning week Aug. 15-19. Fall sports practices and tryouts begin on Aug. 22.

Student athletes must first be cleared for participation by turning in the necessary paperwork, including an emergency information card and a signed code of conduct form. The Crescent Valley forms can be downloaded here or are available at the CVHS athletic office. CHS forms will be included in registration packets mailed to students during the summer and are available in the CHS athletic office.

Athletic fees also must be paid. The first and second OSAA sports fees are $150 each; a third sport costs $100.

All freshmen, juniors or new students need a physical exam prior to beginning practice. Sports physicals will be available at Corvallis High School on Aug. 17 from 2 to 5 p.m. for a fee of $30. Crescent Valley High School athletes can get a free physical exam in the training room on Aug. 20 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (any donations will go to the CV football program).

For more details about fall sports activities and schedules, check out the following links:

School Open Houses & Back to School Nights

Most schools will host an open house or "Back to School" night soon after school begins. Parents are invited to come meet their students' teachers and school administrators, tour the school and learn more about their school's curriculum and unique features. These dates will be posted on each school's Web site.

School Board Meetings
The public is welcome to attend school board meetings in the board room at the district office, 1555 S.W. 35th St. Click here for a schedule of the 2011-2012 school board meetings.

Public testimony is allowed at most meetings according to the following guidelines:
    Ways to Provide Input to the Corvallis School Board

Student-Parent Handbooks

Many schools offer their own student-parent handbook which are available in school offices or perhaps, online. The district also has compiled a general student-parent handbook which details the rights and responsibilities of students and the standards for student conduct according to district policies:
    2010-2012 Student-Parent Handbook -- English / Spanish
                                 (2011-2012 editions coming in the fall)

 



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