Spring Picture Day is Coming to Holcomb Elementary on April 7th! All orders for individual spring pictures must be placed before 9:00 AM on picture day. Only students with an order will be photographed individually.
Quick and Easy Online Ordering! Spring picture day information, online ordering, and our customer advocate team are all at your fingertips. Scan the QR code or visit mydorian.com, search for your school, and click on the green Order button or yellow Help button associated with your spring picture day.
Here are some helpful tips to make spring picture day great!
Plan haircuts early - Schedule haircuts 7-10 days before picture day for a natural, fresh look.
Keep outfits simple - Solid colors or small patterns work best. Sleeves and classic collared shirts always photograph well.
Avoid logos and text - Avoid clothing with graphics or writing—these may be partially cropped in the final image.
We are planning a festive week for our teachers and staff the week of April 13th - 17th. Donate today to buy a coffee and a taco for staff members during Teacher Appreciation Week! You can leave a message for the staff when making the donation or email us at holcombpta@gmail.com and we will be sure to share it with them.
Join us Wednesday, March 18, 2026 from 6:30-7:30 pm for our General PTA Meeting. We will be meeting in the library and also via zoom - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88119943650?pwd=MEhxdGxlYmwvbDBFUllRTS9PVmE0QT09
We will be focusing on Teacher Appreciation week and beginning talks about Field Day 2026!
Holcomb PTA
This is a reminder that our survey will close on Wednesday, March 18. Please take a bit of time to watch our informational video and share your thoughts in our survey for the 2026-2027 Budget.
www.ocsd62.org/page/district-annual-budget
Please take a bit of time to watch our informational video and share your thoughts in our survey for the 2026-2027 Budget.
www.ocsd62.org/page/district-annual-budget
Oregon City School District's Strategic Plan is built on partnership — with students, families, staff, and community. Strong partnerships start with strong communication, and strong communication starts with listening to you.
Take our 10–15 minute survey by April 1.
Your responses will guide how we communicate across the district — from school newsletters to community updates.
Take the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/S6YCTFM
Starting kindergarten is a big milestone—for kids and families! We invite families with incoming kindergarten students to attend Kinder Connect, our in-person kindergarten open house events at Oregon City School District schools.
Kinder Connect is a chance to:
✨ Tour the school
👋 Meet kindergarten teachers and staff
🏫 See classrooms and shared spaces
❓ Ask questions and learn what to expect
😊 Help your child feel excited and comfortable about starting school
📅 Kinder Connect Dates
• Gaffney Lane & John McLoughlin — March 3 | 6–7 p.m.
• Beavercreek, Holcomb & Redland — March 10 | 6–7 p.m.
• Candy Lane — April 21 | 6–7 p.m. (for students selected through the lottery)
Families are encouraged to attend the event at their neighborhood school. You’re welcome whether you’ve already registered or are still in the process.
Kindergarten is about curiosity, connection, and confidence—and Kinder Connect is a great first step. We can’t wait to welcome you! 💙
📍 Learn more on the Oregon City School District website. www.ocsd62.org/page/kinder-connect
Are you ready to register for Kindergarten? Check out this awesome dual language option!
🌟 ¡Todos Unidos! Lottery Is Open 🌟
Families interested in a Spanish–English dual language immersion experience for their child are invited to learn more about our program ¡Todos Unidos!, offered through the Oregon City School District.
¡Todos Unidos! is a K–12 pathway that begins at Candy Lane Elementary, where students learn to read, write, speak, and listen in both Spanish and English while meeting grade-level academic standards. The program supports strong academics, cultural understanding, and bilingualism from an early age.
📝 Enrollment for kindergarten and first grade is through a lottery.
Families who are interested must enter the lottery to be considered for placement. Our lottery is now open and will run through April 1, so don't wait!
📅 Families are encouraged to attend a virtual informational session on February 26 to hear about the program, ask questions, and learn how the lottery works.
Even if you plan to enter the lottery, families should still register for their neighborhood school to ensure a smooth enrollment process.
If you’re curious about dual language learning and want to explore a bilingual school community, ¡Todos Unidos! may be a great fit for your family.
📍 Learn more, attend the info session, and enter the lottery on Candy Lane's website. www.candylaneschool.org
Here in OCSD62, we believe each and every student is worth it. We believe they can do it! Our passion and purpose are rooted in helping students learn, grow, and thrive. And research shows what we see every day: attendance matters.
Even one missed day means missed learning, missed connections, and missed confidence-building moments.
We’re Here for It.
We’re here for their questions.
We’re here for their hard days.
We’re here for their future.
If getting to school is hard right now — reach out. Our school teams are here to provide support for your student!
Starting kindergarten is a big milestone—for kids and families! We invite families with incoming kindergarten students to attend Kinder Connect, our in-person kindergarten open house events at Oregon City School District schools.
Kinder Connect is a chance to:
✨ Tour the school
👋 Meet kindergarten teachers and staff
🏫 See classrooms and shared spaces
❓ Ask questions and learn what to expect
😊 Help your child feel excited and comfortable about starting school
📅 Kinder Connect Dates
• Gaffney Lane & John McLoughlin — March 3 | 6–7 p.m.
• Beavercreek, Holcomb & Redland — March 10 | 6–7 p.m.
• Candy Lane — April 21 | 6–7 p.m. (for students selected through the lottery)
Families are encouraged to attend the event at their neighborhood school. You’re welcome whether you’ve already registered or are still in the process.
Kindergarten is about curiosity, connection, and confidence—and Kinder Connect is a great first step. We can’t wait to welcome you! 💙
📍 Learn more on the Oregon City School District website. www.ocsd62.org/page/kinder-connect
Families interested in a Spanish–English dual language immersion experience for their child are invited to learn more about our program ¡Todos Unidos!, offered through the Oregon City School District.
¡Todos Unidos! is a K–12 pathway that begins at Candy Lane Elementary, where students learn to read, write, speak, and listen in both Spanish and English while meeting grade-level academic standards. The program supports strong academics, cultural understanding, and bilingualism from an early age.
📝 Enrollment for kindergarten and first grade is through a lottery.
Families who are interested must enter the lottery to be considered for placement. Our lottery is now open and will run through April 1, so don't wait!
📅 Want to learn more?
Families are encouraged to attend a virtual informational session on February 26 to hear about the program, ask questions, and learn how the lottery works.
Even if you plan to enter the lottery, families should still register for their neighborhood school to ensure a smooth enrollment process.
If you’re curious about dual language learning and want to explore a bilingual, inclusive school community, ¡Todos Unidos! may be a great fit for your family.
📍 Learn more, attend the info session, and enter the lottery on Candy Lane's website. www.candylaneschool.org
Updated post with correct link to volunteer.
Your PTA is excited to host our winter family night event on Friday, February 20th from 6-8 pm. We will be turning off the lights and letting the students glow! Wear your white, neon or light colors and join in the fun.
Glow in the dark dance party
Paper lantern art project
Popcorn
Cotton Candy
Cold hot chocolate bar
Bingo
Claw machine
Mini prize machine
Food and drinks available for purchase (more info to come)
Calling all volunteers! We are looking for additional volunteers to help set up prior to the event and assisting us during the event. Please click HERE to sign-up. You must be on the approved district volunteer list to volunteer
We can't wait to see you!
Holcomb PTA
We kicked off Kids Heart Challenge last Monday (2/2)! Sign up TODAY at http://www2.heart.org/goto/Holcomb. Let’s promote healthy & happy hearts while raising donations for the American Heart Association to fight America’s #1 and #4 killers, heart disease and stroke! Our school can also earn funding and PE equipment along the way!
Goals & Celebrations:
If we meet our goal of $2,500, a teacher will get PIED in the face!
For every additional $500 raised, another teacher will get PIED!
The top 10 fundraising students will get to participate!
3 Things to do TODAY!
Download the AHA Schools app
Give or Get a Donation! SEND 5 texts or emails to friends & family asking for support
Start Finn’s Mission where students become lifesavers by learning Hands-Only CPR and the warning signs of a stroke.
Click HERE to meet Kindergartner Phil and hear how he SAVED A LIFE after completing Finn’s Mission. Don’t wait, sign up TODAY!
🥎It was a beautiful, sunny day to celebrate something special for our students and community! ☀️
Yesterday we officially opened our newly turfed softball field at Oregon City High School with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Members from our softball team and local softball community joined us for this celebration, as well as school board members, bond team members, and Community Bond Oversight Committee members!
OCHS Softball players then held their first practice on the new turf surface.
This project is one of several in the fields and grounds updates being worked on in phase 1 of our 2025 capital bond projects. Other projects in this phase include new turf installations at the OCHS varsity baseball field and the multipurpose field directly behind OCHS.
The new turf creates a safer, more durable playing surface that will allow for more consistent practices, games, and outdoor learning opportunities throughout the year—rain or shine.
We’re grateful for the support of our community and look forward to more celebrations as the rest of our projects are completed. These are your bond dollars at work!
Families interested in a Spanish–English dual language immersion experience for their child are invited to learn more about our program ¡Todos Unidos!, offered through the Oregon City School District.
¡Todos Unidos! is a K–12 pathway that begins at Candy Lane Elementary, where students learn to read, write, speak, and listen in both Spanish and English while meeting grade-level academic standards. The program supports strong academics, cultural understanding, and bilingualism from an early age.
📝 Enrollment for kindergarten and first grade is through a lottery.
Families who are interested must enter the lottery to be considered for placement. Our lottery is now open and will run through April 1, so don't wait!
📅 Want to learn more?
Families are encouraged to attend a virtual informational session on February 26 to hear about the program, ask questions, and learn how the lottery works.
Even if you plan to enter the lottery, families should still register for their neighborhood school to ensure a smooth enrollment process.
If you’re curious about dual language learning and want to explore a bilingual, inclusive school community, ¡Todos Unidos! may be a great fit for your family.
📍 Learn more, attend the info session, and enter the lottery on Candy Lane's website. www.candylaneschool.org
Shakes, Burgers & Fries: Come join the Holcomb PTA Wednesday night, February 11th at the Oregon City location of Mike's Drive-In. All you need to do is mention the code "COMB"
when ordering at the counter or online. You can also show a picture of or bring the flyer that was sent home this week. From 4-8 pm, 25% of proceeds will go directly to the PTA which benefits Holcomb and our students.
We hope to see you there!
Holcomb PTA
If you have a child who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, now is the perfect time to register for kindergarten in the Oregon City School District!
Registering early helps our schools plan class sizes, staffing, and supports so students can start the year strong. It also gives families access to helpful kindergarten readiness resources and invitations to Kinder Connect, our in-person kindergarten open house events.
✨ Kinder Connect is a great way to get ready for kindergarten!
Families can:
🚸Tour their neighborhood school
🤝Meet kindergarten teachers and staff
🚌See classrooms and shared spaces
⍰ Ask questions and learn what to expect
🎉Help their child feel excited and comfortable about starting school
📅 Kinder Connect Dates
• Gaffney Lane & John McLoughlin — March 3 | 6–7 p.m.
• Beavercreek, Holcomb & Redland — March 10 | 6–7 p.m.
• Candy Lane — Virtual informational session is February 26, In -person Kinder Connect is April 21 | 6–7 p.m. (for students selected through the lottery)
Families are encouraged to attend the event at their neighborhood school. You’re welcome whether you’ve already registered or are just getting started. If you need assistance in registering, contact your school's main office, or bring your questions to Kinder Connect!
Kindergarten is a big milestone—and you don’t have to have everything figured out yet. We’re here to support you and your child every step of the way.
📍 Learn more and register on our website. www.ocsd62.org/page/kinder-connect We can’t wait to welcome our newest learners! 💙
