Measles had been all but eliminated in the United States, when vaccinations for the disease became available, decades ago. Due to increasing numbers of unvaccinated inhabitants, the disease is back, and spreading throughout the Pacific Northwest. 
School districts require measles vaccination, among others. For more information, visit: 
Washington County- https://www.co.washington.or.us/hhs/immunizations/school-requirements.cfm, or 
Marion County- ​www.co.marion.or.us/HLT/Pages/Measles.aspx

Just east of the heart of our fair city presides what was once Salem High School, established in 1906. With rising AP participation rates, and testing rivaling it's local  and statewide peers, North is a force to be reckoned with. 
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The not-so-long winter break is days away. Reporting periods for most Oregon schools are ending in early January.

As the evenings are getting shorter we spend more time indoors, it's a good idea to take a walk when the weather is bearable, and reflect how lucky we are to live in this community, surrounded by beauty, and within short drives of even more beauty.

Emergency Closures

Winter Break – No School for All Students, December 24, 2018  - January 4. 2019
2018-2019 SCHOOL CALENDARS



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​If you or someone you love is concerned about your child not getting the special attention their education needs, I look forward to hearing from you!

David