March 21, 2014
Oregon School for the Deaf Weekly Newsletter
performances, ASL Slam, Poetry Out Loud, class
field trips, etc. The presence of families at such
events sends a powerful, reaffirming message
that the community (families and OSD) cares
about the well-being of our youth and their
conduct.
With all of the above, OSD would like to do
more – we need ideas! Families, please send us
ideas on how we can help each other in guiding
our youth to be the best they can be – safe,
respectful, and responsible.
In the meantime, grab the opportunity during
Spring Break to sit down with your child and
review how things are going at OSD. Hop onto
Parent VUE and check out assignments and
grades, have a conversation about ‘what’s next’
(elementary to middle school, middle to high
school, graduation, and beyond), plan for any
upcoming school events, and address any
concerns the two of you may have regarding
being safe, respectful, and responsible.
Volume 2, Edition 17
including graphic novels, informational texts,
humorous stories, and traditional fairy tales.
The posters are now on display and everyone
has enjoyed looking at our students’ most
cherished books. After the posters were
completed, the students were treated to a
special performance of Yertle the Turtle. Ms.
Robertson’s high school drama class prepared
and presented this Dr. Seuss tale about a turtle
who wants to be king of the pond. The
performance wrapped up just in time for
everybody to get ready to go home. Read
Across America was a fun and memorable day.
The students reported enjoying themselves very
much. Here are some of their favorite
moments:
Have a GREAT spring break!
Read Across America
I think it is fun to make a poster. I like to read! – Dante
Emmett
By Melinda Gallegos
The middle and elementary school students had
a wonderful time celebrating Read Across
America. On Wednesday afternoon, everyone
met in the library to kick off the festivities.
Things started out with two inspirational
stories. The students enjoyed a unique
adaptation of The Three Little Pigs and a story
about Frederick Douglas both performed in
American Sign Language by Robert Rich. Both
stories encouraged the students to think about
overcoming obstacles. Next, everyone moved to
the library to make posters of their favorite
books. Books from all genres were represented
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I had so much fun yesterday…I really like the play that
happened. It was funny and the drama class has good
actors. – Julianna McCauley
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