February 22 through 28, 2026, is Engineers Week. The commemoration was founded in 1951 by the National Society of Professional Engineers to celebrate how engineering shapes our world, inspire the next generation of innovators, and strengthen connections between engineers, students, and communities. Engineering is one of those professions that can seem daunting, but with early exposure to science, technology, engineering, and math activities, an invitation to participate, and encouragement along the way, students can gain the interest and confidence they need to pursue engineering and other STEM-related careers in the future. Did you know that engaging your child in even simple process design tasks like setting up dominos in such a way that they will all fall in sequence once the first is pushed, is an example of engineering design? Asking them questions about what might happen if the dominos were spaced farther apart or if an object was placed in the middle of the arrangement, having them test their theories, and then make adjustments engages their critical thinking abilities and shows them they have what it takes to complete fun, inquiry-based activities. HSD exposes students to engineering careers through elementary career kits, middle school electives, and Career and College Pathways options at our high schools, in addition to career exploration events, guest speakers, classroom volunteers, and more. One of our primary partners in this work is the Portland Metro STEM Partnership - one of 13 STEM Hubs in Oregon that connect schools, districts, educators, community-based organizations, industry, and government organizations to promote STEM learning. Through PSMP, we receive professional development, curriculum and curriculum support, STEAM programming support, and much more. Check out their latest informational video that features our own Mykle Rojas, principal of Imlay Elementary School, on our website. For fun engineering projects you can do at home or with your students, visit Discover Engineering’s activities website. Our featured event is Farmington View Elementary School’s third annual Multicultural Family Night. The event took place shortly before winter break and was a huge success! More than 300 people attended and multiple countries and cultures were represented, including Norway, Mexico, Australia, Korea, Japan, Turkey, Brazil, and many more. Every classroom performed a song based on the culture their class studied and there was even a performance by Farmington View’s own Baile Folklórico group. Several families set up tables to display things that are important and special to them and representative of their cultural heritage. Many thanks to everyone who participated! Hot News is produced and emailed to HSD families and staff each week school is in session. Please add the address to your “safe sender” list to make sure you always receive the latest issue. Please also bookmark our district website: hsd.k12.or.us to stay informed about what’s happening in our district and schools.
