Lake Oswego School District

That’s a wrap on the 2025-26 school year!

From kindergarten celebrations to graduation ceremonies, this year was filled with learning, growth, achievement, and unforgettable moments. Together, our students, staff, families, and community accomplished so much, and we have a lot to celebrate.

Thank you for making Lake Oswego schools such special places to learn, belong, and thrive. We wish everyone a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved summer and look forward to welcoming students back in September!

Schools out. Summer is here!

The final edition of The Current for the 2025–26 school year is here!

As summer begins, we're taking a moment to celebrate all that our students, staff, families, and community accomplished together this year. From academic achievement and student recognition to a new middle school, a successful bond measure, and the adoption of our new Strategic Plan, there is much to be proud of.

This week's edition highlights:
National Merit Finalists & Senior Send-Offs
Lakeridge's statewide musical theater award
Our 2025–26 district snapshot
Student voice and strategic planning
Summer resources, activities, and back-to-school planning

Thank you for another remarkable school year. We wish everyone a safe, relaxing, and joyful summer and look forward to welcoming students back in September!

Pictured: In a cherished Lake Oswego tradition, rising ninth graders cross from middle school to high school—a symbol of growth, achievement, and the strong connections that unite students across our district.

Read the final edition of The Current in ParentSquare or on our website.

Kindness, connection, and community are at the heart of this week’s edition of

Read Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Schiele’s message about Lakeridge High School students participating in A Call for Kindness, a national initiative focused on encouragement, hope, and human connection during Mental Health Awareness Month.

This edition also includes:
• Honoring Memorial Day
• Elementary Students: No School Friday
• Students Improve Visitor Experience
• Farewell Forest Hills Open House
• End-of-Year Student Device Collection
• Memorial for Kaylin Dodge
• Activity Fair Exhibitor Sign-Up Open
• School Board Meeting Tuesday
• Verify Information for Emergencies
• Switch Parent/StudentVUE App
• Lake Monster Robotics Open House
• Annual Walk4Water

Read the latest edition of The Current in ParentSquare or visit our district website and stay connected with what’s happening across our schools!

A milestone years in the making.

In the latest edition of , we celebrate the opening of the new Lake Oswego Middle School and the incredible community partnership that made it possible. More than 800 students, families, staff, alumni, neighbors, and community members joined us for the ribbon-cutting ceremony and a first look inside this beautiful new school designed for learning, connection, creativity, and opportunity.

This week’s edition also includes:
Tiny Chicks, Big Learning
Gallery Without Walls at LOMS
New Podcast: Senior Reflections
Strategic Plan Community Feedback
LMS Drama Presents Beetlejuice Jr.
Lake Monster Robotics Open House
Annual Walk4Water
…and more!

Read the latest edition of The Current in ParentSquare and on our website, and stay connected with what’s happening across LOSD.

The latest edition of The Current is now available!

This week’s newsletter includes a message from Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Schiele recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month and reminding us of the importance of connection, belonging, and supporting student well-being.

You’ll also find important news, upcoming events, and opportunities to get involved across our schools and community, including the Lake Oswego Middle School Ribbon Cutting & Open House.

Plus, don’t miss important reminders about emergency contact information and switching to the new ParentVUE/StudentVUE app.

Fnd The Current in your ParentSquare or on our district website.

It’s Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week!

Every day, our teachers and staff show up for students in big and small ways, supporting, encouraging, and keeping our schools strong. Their work is at the heart of everything we do.
We’re proud to have some of the very best educators who are skilled, dedicated, and deeply committed to every student’s success. This year especially, their care and professionalism have never wavered, even through challenges and change.

Our schools are stronger because of them and because of the incredible partnership with our families and community.

Join us in saying THANK YOU this week.

New Podcast Episode! Navigating the College Application Journey

In this episode, we explore the college application process through multiple perspectives, with a focus on two common pathways: working with a school counselor or partnering with an independent counselor. Families often wonder what approach is “best,” and the answer, as you’ll hear, is that it depends.

We’re joined by Adam Johnson, a school counselor at Lake Oswego High School, along with seniors Aiyana Flerchinger and Ben Kolman, who share their personal experiences navigating the process in different ways. Together, they offer practical insights, honest reflections, and reassurance for students and families at every stage. Whether you're just getting started or deep in the process, this episode offers clarity, perspective, and encouragement for the journey.

Listen wherever you find you enjoy podcasts, or find this show under Learning in Lake Oswego on our district website.

This week’s The Current is all about gratitude and celebration. We’re recognizing the incredible volunteers who give their time to support our schools, celebrating our dedicated school bus drivers who safely transport students each day, and giving a well-deserved shoutout to our “If I Were Mayor” contest winners!

Take a moment to read and join us in saying thank you to the people who help make our school community so strong.

Read the latest edition in ParentSquare or on our website.

Do you have sports gear your family has outgrown, or do you need some? Join SG3 at the Lake Oswego Sustainability Resource Fair to give, find, and share.

Gifting Dates/Times
Friday, April 17: 4-7 p.m.
Saturday, April 18: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
NOTE: Gifts can be delivered to our volunteers at the River Grove Elementary Cafeteria; the entrance is near the undercover area behind the school.

Rehoming Date Event Schedule
Sunday, April 19
12 p.m. Line Opens: First-come, first-served.
NEW!! Kona Ice and Tom’s Coffee will be on-site with refreshments available for purchase!
NEW!! 12:45 p.m. The Great "Melon Drop": A messy, must-see demo on helmet safety.
1:00 p.m. Doors Open: Shifting Gears / Gifting Gear rehoming begins.
1-4 p.m. Sustainability Fair: Explore local resources for sustainable living.
NEW!! 2 p.m. Bike Rodeo: Skills course! BYOB (and helmet) or try your "new" wheels.
Note: *Gifts are NOT accepted on Sunday

Walk, roll, or carpool to the fair and join us for a fun day of sustainability in action at the 5th Annual Lake Oswego Sustainability Resource Fair + Shifting Gears/Gifting Gears!

Sunday, April 19
1:00–4:00 p.m.
River Grove Elementary School

Explore hands-on, practical ways to live more sustainably and help our community thrive. From water and energy savings to wildlife protection, community gardening, and bike reuse and repair, there’s something for all ages.

Learn more on our district website.