St Helens School District

St Helens School District Connected Today. Capable Tomorrow. Learn, Connect, Commit This is an informational page only to help our communications reach as many people as possible.

Due to time constraints, we will not answer any questions on this site. Please refer all questions to your student's school or the district office. Thank you!

08/10/2026

To help you stay informed and connected with your student’s school, St. Helens School District uses ParentSquare—our primary platform for district, school, and teacher communications.

Because ParentSquare automatically creates an account for every parent and guardian using your preferred email address and phone number on file, getting started is seamless.
• New Families: Look for an invitation via email and/or text to activate your ParentSquare account!

What Can You Do with ParentSquare?
ParentSquare is a simple, secure platform designed to keep your school community connected. With ParentSquare, you can easily:
• Receive Updates: Get district, school, and classroom messages via email, text, or app notifications in your preferred language.
• Directly Communicate: Direct message teachers, staff, or other parents, and participate in group messages.
• Stay Involved: Comment on school postings, sign forms and permission slips, and schedule parent-teacher conferences.
• Access Anywhere: Manage everything convenient from your mobile phone app or web portal.

Customizing Your Notification Preferences
You have full control over how and when you receive updates from us. You can choose to receive posts as they happen (Instant) or grouped into a single daily summary delivered at 6:00 PM (Digest).
Note: Emergency alerts, direct messages, and urgent posts will always be delivered immediately, regardless of your settings.
To update your notifications in the app:
1. Open and log into the ParentSquare app on your mobile device.
2. Tap the Menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top-left corner of the Home screen.
3. Select Account, then tap Notifications.
4. Adjust the toggles for email, text messages, or app alerts, and choose Instant or Digest for each.

Download the App Today!
Don't miss important updates from your student's school! Download the free ParentSquare app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store today, or log in via the web portal to customize your account.

Thank you for partnering with us to support your student’s success!
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Thank you to those who expressed interest in our 2026 Parents as Partners Series as we continue to work to share practic...
07/30/2026

Thank you to those who expressed interest in our 2026 Parents as Partners Series as we continue to work to share practical strategies to support our students at home and at school.

At this time, our third and final session, “MTSS Made Simple: How Schools Support Students,” scheduled for August 5, 2026, has been cancelled.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Thank you for being a valued partner in supporting student success and for being part of our St. Helens School District community!

We look forward to continuing to partner with our families and finding meaningful opportunities to connect throughout the school year.
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Let’s Pack Our Students for Success! Join the St. Helens School District Supply Drive!As we gear up for the upcoming sch...
07/22/2026

Let’s Pack Our Students for Success! Join the St. Helens School District Supply Drive!

As we gear up for the upcoming school year, we want to ensure that every single student in our district steps into the classroom with the tools they need to thrive.

We are excited to launch the St. Helens School District School Supply Drive, and we need your help to support local students and families in need!

How You Can Help
You can make a huge difference in a student's confidence and success this year by dropping off new school supplies at our district office:
• When: August – September
• Where: SHSD Office
• Address: 474 North 16th Street | St. Helens, OR 97051

Looking for Inspiration?
Wondering what items are needed most? Scan the QR code on the flyer to check out the official 2026/2027 Back-to-School page to see individual school supply lists for a great guide on what to donate!

Together, we can ensure every student is packed for success!
Thank you in advance for your incredible generosity, warmth, and dedication to supporting our district's kids. Let’s make this school year amazing for everyone!
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We are excited to offer Kinder Camp for children entering kindergarten this fall!Kinder Camp is a four-day program desig...
07/20/2026

We are excited to offer Kinder Camp for children entering kindergarten this fall!

Kinder Camp is a four-day program designed to give incoming kindergarten students a jump-start on feeling ready for school. During camp, your child will become familiar with the routines, expectations, and activities of a general education kindergarten classroom, helping to build confidence and comfort with this important transition.

Program Details:
Dates: August 17–20, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Lewis & Clark Elementary

Kinder Camp is a wonderful opportunity for your child to make new friends, meet school staff, and become more comfortable in their new learning environment before the first day of school.

To learn more and register, please visit:https://forms.gle/N4kr8WziZRtBroff6
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We are thrilled to continue our summer journey together with the second installment of our Parents as Partners Series, h...
07/17/2026

We are thrilled to continue our summer journey together with the second installment of our Parents as Partners Series, hosted by Superintendent Dr. Koreen Barreras-Brown.

Our next free session is just around the corner, and it focuses on navigating the daily ups and downs of childhood behavior.

Session 2: Big Feelings, Big Success | Supporting Challenging Behaviors at Home
When: Thursday, July 23, 2026 | 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Where: SHSD Board Room | 474 North 16th Street | St. Helens, OR 97051

This session is designed to offer a welcoming, supportive environment where you can ask questions, connect with other families, and walk away with practical, easy-to-use strategies you can start using at home right away.

Key Topics We'll Cover:
Understanding that behavior is communication
Why children have meltdowns and power struggles
Positive discipline versus punishment
Helping children regulate emotions
Establishing routines and expectations

Take-Home Resources Included:
Calm-down strategies
Family routines checklist
Positive reinforcement ideas

These sessions are free and open to all SHSD families. We hope you'll join us next week as we work together to build strong relationships and strong supports for every student. We look forward to partnering with you!

Please note: Due to limited resources, we are unable to provide child care during these sessions. To help create an environment that encourages learning, conversation, and participation, we kindly ask that, whenever possible, only adults attend. We appreciate your understanding and support.
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Did you know that reading over the summer is the single best way to prepare your child for a successful new school year?...
07/15/2026

Did you know that reading over the summer is the single best way to prepare your child for a successful new school year?

Summer is a wonderful time for family, fun, and relaxation, but it can also be a time when students forget some of the skills they worked hard to build during the school year. Educators often refer to this as the "summer slide."

One of the easiest ways to help prevent learning loss is by encouraging your child to read regularly throughout the summer. Just a few minutes of reading each day can help students stay engaged, maintain important literacy skills, and return to school ready to learn.

Why is summer reading important?
✔Helps maintain reading skills during the school break
✔Expands vocabulary and strengthens comprehension
✔Encourages curiosity, creativity, and imagination
✔Develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills
✔Creates opportunities for meaningful family time and conversation

Looking for ways to make reading more enjoyable?
✔Visit a library and participate in a summer reading challenge
✔Try audiobooks, graphic novels, magazines, or e-books
✔Set aside a dedicated reading time each day
✔Keep a summer journal to encourage both reading and writing skills

Whether it's a chapter book, a graphic novel, an audiobook, or a family story at bedtime, every page counts. Together, we can help students continue learning, growing, and exploring all summer long!
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Join Us This Wednesday for Session 1 of Our Parents as Partners Series!Looking for simple, practical ways to support you...
07/06/2026

Join Us This Wednesday for Session 1 of Our Parents as Partners Series!

Looking for simple, practical ways to support your child's learning at home? We invite all St. Helens School District families to join us for the first session of our free Parents as Partners Series this Wednesday!

Session 1: Raising Readers | Simple Literacy Practices for Home
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 | 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
SHSD Board Room | 474 North 16th Street

Hosted by Superintendent Dr. Koreen Barreras-Brown, this interactive session will provide easy-to-use literacy strategies that families can begin using at home right away to help children become confident, successful readers.

The Parents as Partners Series is designed to help families:
Build strong readers
Support positive behaviors at home
Better understand how schools support student success

Upcoming sessions include:
July 23: Big Feelings, Big Success | Supporting Challenging Behaviors at Home
August 5: MTSS Made Simple | How Schools Support Students

Please note: Due to limited resources, we are unable to provide child care during these sessions. To help create an environment that encourages learning, conversation, and participation, we kindly ask that, whenever possible, only adults attend. We appreciate your understanding and support.

These sessions are free and open to all SHSD families. We hope you'll join us as we learn, connect, and partner together to support every student's success!
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We're Back and Ready to Serve!We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend! The St. Helens School District Summer Me...
07/06/2026

We're Back and Ready to Serve!

We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend! The St. Helens School District Summer Meals Program is back in full swing, and we look forward to welcoming students and families again this week.

Our FREE Summer Meals Program is open to all children and teens ages 18 and under through August 21. No registration, paperwork, or identification is required, just stop by and enjoy a nutritious meal!

Lewis & Clark Elementary
111 S. 9th Street | St. Helens
Breakfast: 8:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Lunch: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

McBride Elementary
2774 Columbia Blvd. | St. Helens
Breakfast: 8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Lunch: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Meals are served Monday through Friday through August 21.
Adults are welcome, too!

Breakfast: $4.00 | Lunch: $6.00

Whether you're joining us for the first time or returning after the holiday break, we can't wait to see you. Come enjoy a healthy meal, connect with friends, and make the most of your summer!
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The St. Helens School District Summer Meals Program will not be serving meals on Thursday, July 2, or Friday, July 3, 20...
07/01/2026

The St. Helens School District Summer Meals Program will not be serving meals on Thursday, July 2, or Friday, July 3, 2026, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

Meal service will resume on Monday, July 6, at its regular schedule.

We hope you and your family have a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend!
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Summer Kick-Off: Parents as Partners Series 2026Join us this summer for our Parents as Partners Series, a free three-ses...
06/23/2026

Summer Kick-Off: Parents as Partners Series 2026

Join us this summer for our Parents as Partners Series, a free three-session opportunity designed to help families build strong readers, support positive behaviors, and better understand how schools partner with students and families for success.

Hosted by Superintendent Dr. Koreen Barreras-Brown, this series offers families an opportunity to learn together, ask questions, and connect in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Each session will provide practical, easy-to-use strategies that you can begin using at home right away. Whether you're looking for ways to make reading more enjoyable, navigate big emotions, or learn more about the supports available in our schools, this series is for you!

Session 1: Raising Readers | Simple Literacy Practices for Home
July 8, 2026 | 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. | SHSD Board Room

Session 2: Big Feelings, Big Success | Supporting Challenging Behaviors at Home
July 23, 2026 | 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. | SHSD Board Room

Session 3: MTSS Made Simple | How Schools Support Students
August 5, 2026 | 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. | SHSD Board Room

We hope you'll join us as we work together to build strong readers, strong relationships, and strong supports for every student. We look forward to partnering with you!
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Address

474 North 16th Street
Saint Helens, OR
97051

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
6:30pm - 8pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15033973085

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