Hoover Elementary
School News
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![Colorful collage of school supplies.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719239791/salkeizk12orus/poktomwzfsxgvtih5hjg/colorful-school-supplies-collage.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719239791/salkeizk12orus/poktomwzfsxgvtih5hjg/colorful-school-supplies-collage.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1719239791/salkeizk12orus/poktomwzfsxgvtih5hjg/colorful-school-supplies-collage.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719239791/salkeizk12orus/poktomwzfsxgvtih5hjg/colorful-school-supplies-collage.jpg","width":1200}])
![Incoming kindergarteners smile during Jumpstart]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744918705/salkeizk12orus/w6inn3wixs7oiyqt56px/kinder-student-04-1200x675.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744918705/salkeizk12orus/w6inn3wixs7oiyqt56px/kinder-student-04-1200x675.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1744918705/salkeizk12orus/w6inn3wixs7oiyqt56px/kinder-student-04-1200x675.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1744918705/salkeizk12orus/w6inn3wixs7oiyqt56px/kinder-student-04-1200x675.jpg","width":1200}])
All elementary schools in our district will host in-person kindergarten orientations in April through June 2026.
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![Students prepare meals for the Future Chefs competition.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764883426/salkeizk12orus/ngohgkpvyorolyyacghe/future-chefs_2026-1200x675.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764883426/salkeizk12orus/ngohgkpvyorolyyacghe/future-chefs_2026-1200x675.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764883426/salkeizk12orus/ngohgkpvyorolyyacghe/future-chefs_2026-1200x675.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764883426/salkeizk12orus/ngohgkpvyorolyyacghe/future-chefs_2026-1200x675.jpg","width":1200}])
Students can submit a global-inspired recipe for a chance to compete in Future Chefs.
![Students eating school lunches in the lunchroom.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761259538/salkeizk12orus/fmg6emilwfvmtzuaa8gb/pringle-students-lunch_1200x675.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761259538/salkeizk12orus/fmg6emilwfvmtzuaa8gb/pringle-students-lunch_1200x675.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761259538/salkeizk12orus/fmg6emilwfvmtzuaa8gb/pringle-students-lunch_1200x675.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761259538/salkeizk12orus/fmg6emilwfvmtzuaa8gb/pringle-students-lunch_1200x675.jpg","width":1200}])
All Salem-Keizer students will receive free breakfast and lunch at school through 2030.
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School conferences on October 22–23 give families an important chance to partner with teachers, support literacy growth, and celebrate student progress.
![A student and teacher smile in the classroom while practicing reading.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763507633/salkeizk12orus/ah8rdppmbu2izy96mzkn/level-up-literacy_nov-2025-1200x675.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763507633/salkeizk12orus/ah8rdppmbu2izy96mzkn/level-up-literacy_nov-2025-1200x675.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763507633/salkeizk12orus/ah8rdppmbu2izy96mzkn/level-up-literacy_nov-2025-1200x675.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763507633/salkeizk12orus/ah8rdppmbu2izy96mzkn/level-up-literacy_nov-2025-1200x675.jpg","width":1200}])
Salem-Keizer Public Schools is prioritizing literacy and invites families to help students succeed.
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Each year, National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 through October 15, honoring the contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America and South America.
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Preschool and elementary students will have no school January 28–29 for teacher literacy training, while secondary schools run as normal.
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Each fall, Salem-Keizer Public Schools notifies families to address units of study in accordance with state law, that encompass age-appropriate, comprehensive sexuality education, HIV/AIDS and STD prevention that will be taught throughout the school year.
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Great news for you and your students! Salem-Keizer Public Schools is participating in the federally offered Community Eligibility Provision (CEP).
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Regular attendance and engagement is a proven way to help students learn, grow and build a strong sense of community.
Each fall, Salem-Keizer Public Schools notifies families to address units of study in accordance with state law, that encompass age-appropriate, comprehensive sexuality education, HIV/AIDS and STD prevention that will be taught throughout the school year.
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Salem-Keizer Public Schools StudentSquare helps students to stay informed and connected to their school, classes and activities.