Calling all Future Chefs for our culinary competition!
We're inviting all Future Chefs to create a recipe inspired by a country or culture from anywhere in the world - from spicy tacos to tasty noodles or sweet treats - the possibilities are endless!
One lucky winner from each school will be chosen as a finalist to compete in our contest at Gardiner Middle School March 6th. As a bonus, the winner of this event will be entered in Future Chefs National Challenge for some great prizes!
To participate, go to this website: https://futurechefschallenge.com/
***Contest open to 2nd-5th grade only***
Need a paper recipe form ? Just ask Nutrition Services!
503-785-8440
We’re continuing to make steady progress across multiple bond-funded projects throughout the district! Here’s a snapshot of where things stand:
🏫 Phase 2 Elementary Schools (Candy Lane, Holcomb, John McLoughlin):
Design development is complete, with teams reviewing staff feedback from November and continuing cost estimating. Community, staff, and family input gathered through conferences is helping inform next steps. Planning is underway for how schools will operate during construction, including preparations for Candy Lane’s temporary transition to the King campus. Vendor selection is also underway for moving services and new playground equipment.
🔧 Oregon City High School – CTE:
Design development is complete, and the project remains in the design phase as plans are refined.
⚾ OCHS Fields & Grounds:
Construction continues to move forward—even through heavy rain. Softball facilities and fencing are complete, work is resuming on the baseball field, and the project remains on track for completion before the spring athletic season. Several new scoreboards are now installed!
🏟️ Pioneer Stadium:
Cost estimating and coordination with the City are ongoing, with construction currently anticipated for summer 2026.
Thank you to our staff, students, families, and community members for your continued feedback and support as we build safe, updated, and future-ready learning spaces for our students.
Are you looking for meaningful ways to give back this Giving Tuesday? Your support of our PTSO directly fuels inspiring opportunities for our students, empowers our teachers, and strengthens the entire John McLoughlin community!
Although we fundraise all year through Cookie Dough sales, our Read-a-Thon, Dine-Out events, and more, we know many families love the impact of giving directly, and every dollar truly makes a difference.
We invite you to donate to the John McLoughlin PTSO and help us continue creating incredible experiences for our school. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we’re happy to provide a receipt for all direct contributions.
Donations are welcomed via PayPal (QR code below) or by mailing a check to (payable to John McLoughlin PTSO):
John McLoughlin — ATTN: PTSO, 19230 South End Rd, Oregon City, OR 97045.
https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/UQLG3LUSXCE7W
Check out last week's Hot Minute in District 62! Each week we highlight a different part of our district with a short video. Last week we visited Candy Lane and heard 5th grade students present their ideas about our upcoming bond projects at their school. You can tune in each week on our YoutTube channel. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss out!
https://youtu.be/wdAjYWWcM48
Our bond team is seeking input on our phase two project conceptual designs! Learn more about the projects at our phase 2 schools by visiting their bond projects webpage on our bond website.
Candy Lane Elementary
Holcomb Elementary
John McLoughlin Elementary
Oregon City High School Career and Technical Education Expansion
Provide Input Here!
Inside Out/Backwards Day
It's Spirit Day! Wear your clothes inside out, backwards or both!
Join us in person at John McLoughlin!
Come meet other JME Parents and get involved in our school community!
Refreshments and Raffle
ABBY'S LEGENDARY PIZZA
Monday, November 3rd
4pm - 7pm
Dine-in, Carry Out and Delivery
Mention John McLoughlin at Checkout
19011 S Beavercreek Road
Oregon City, OR 97045
🎉 BREAKING: Oregon City School District makes history as the FIRST in Clackamas County approved for high school pre-apprenticeship programs!
We're proud to pilot the Clackamas Youth Trades Initiative, partnering with Area 1 Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 290 to create a direct pipeline from classroom to career.
✅ Open to ALL OCSD high school students
✅ Preferred entry into apprenticeship applications
✅ OSHA 10 certification opportunity
✅ Professional portfolio development
✅ High-wage careers with excellent benefits
All of our high school students can take Metals classes at CAIS, gain real-world skills, and graduate ready for in-demand careers in the skilled trades.
Interested? Read more about the pilot program and our BOLI pre-approval here: https://www.ocsd62.org/article/2490032
#OCSDLeads #SkilledTrades #CareerPathways #StudentSuccess #WorkforceDevelopment #FutureReady #CTE
HARVEST FESTIVAL
Friday, October 24th, 2025
6pm - 8pm
at John McLoughlin
Costumes welcome, no masks please
Bring a bag to collect candy & prizes!
Free entry for the whole family
Food and drink:
Pizza $2/slice, Soda & Water $1/each
Fun and Games:
Free games, Photo Booth, Temporary Tattoos 2/$1
Starting @ 6:30pm -- Superstar Stroll $2/game, Pie the Principal $5/game
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Will you consider being part of making this event a huge success? Help with prep and planning in advance, or take a short shift for part of the event -- participate in the event for an hour, take a volunteer shift for an hour!
Harvest Festival Committee -- prep & planning in advance: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C4BA5AD2BA0FB6-59419898-harvest
Day of Event Shifts: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050C4BA5AD2BA0FB6-harvet#/
Stay connected to everything happening across Oregon City School District 62 with our brand new mobile app!
🗓️ Access district calendars and events
📢 Get real-time updates and announcements
🌍 Available in multiple languages
♿ Fully accessible for all families
The app is the perfect complement to ParentSquare for staying informed about district-wide happenings!
📲 Download "Oregon City School District 62" from your app store today and never miss what's happening in our schools.
🚌Want to hear more about our new Bus Right app?
Check out this week's Hot Minute in District 62 where we talked with our very own transportation staff about it. https://youtu.be/1ZxAD7sAey8
If you're interested in learning more about Bus Right, visit our Transportation Services webpage. If you need support with Bus Right, please contact our Transportation Department.
Take advantage of 10% off and order your 2025-2026 yearbook today!
Oregon City Community Education is hosting a Back to School Resource Fair TOMORROW, Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 5-7 PM at the Jennings Lodge Campus: 18521 SE River Rd. Milwaukie, OR 97267
We're making sure families have everything they need for a successful school year!
Join us for:
Delicious Food
Free School Supplies
Local Resource Providers
Access to Our Clothing Closet (where families can "shop" for free!)
We can't wait to see you there!
It's super easy! To register or renew, open up your Annual Verification in ParentVUE and click "YES" on the Student Library Card form.
We've partnered with Bus Right to bring you real-time bus tracking!
Now you can follow your student's journey to and from school right from your smartphone. Get instant updates on delays, route changes, and arrival times. Safety and peace of mind, delivered!
Invitations to create your account will be sent out by Bus Right on Monday, August 18.
More details coming soon via ParentSquare, or you can visit our website!
‼️Annual Volunteer Application & Background Check Reminder!⭐️
Just a friendly reminder that all volunteers are required to submit an annual volunteer application and background check to volunteer within our district.
📋Your application and background check clearance from the previous school year will automatically expire on October 1st of the new school year.
To ensure a seamless transition and avoid any interruptions in your volunteering, you can submit your new application as early as July 1st for the upcoming school year.
⭐️The Oregon City School District offers a variety of opportunities for volunteers. Parents and community members can help provide our students with the best education possible by . . .
📕Serving as a tutor for students who need special assistance
✂️Making materials for class use, displays, and special school events
🚌Chaperoning field trips
⚽️Athletics
📢Serving on school advisory boards, site councils, or other committees
🛠️Sharing careers or hobbies
📚Library support
💻Computer lab support
...and more!
For more information, or to apply to be a volunteer, visit our website: https://www.ocsd62.org/volunteer
