Gardiner is once again partnering with the Oregon City Elks Club for the Annual Canned Food Drive. This food drive will be held from November 19 - December 6. Please send non-perishable foods to Gardiner before December 6th to help the local community. The Elks will add fresh food to supplement what we donate. Last year we were able to help 250 families.
3 days ago, Gardiner Middle School
Food Drive November 19 - December 6, 2025 Gardiner Student Council is partnering with the Oregon City Elk’s Club for their annual Canned Food Drive beginning next week. During this food drive the advisory classes will be competing to collect the most food. The advisory who collects the most food will win a prize. Donate Non-Perishable Food
Colecta De Alimentos 19 de noviembre -  de diciembre del 2025 El Consejo Estudiantil de Gardiner se está asociando con el Club Elks de Oregon City para su campaña anual de Recolección de Alimentos Enlatados que comenzará la semana próxima. Durante esta campaña de recolección de alimentos, las clases de asesoria competirán para recolectar la mayor cantidad de alimentos. La clase de asesoria que recolecte más alimentos ganará un premio.  Done Alimentos No Perecederos
Last night our Elementary Design Advisory Group met to review the new updated conceptual design plans for our Phase 2 Elementary schools. Our team will be visiting these schools (John McLoughlin, Holcomb, and Candy Lane) on November 24 and 25 during conferences to hear feedback and input on these new conceptual designs from parents and our community. Read more about the meeting here: https://www.ocschoolbond.org/o/bond/article/2548208
3 days ago, OCSD62
Holcomb Conceptual Design
Candy Lane Conceptual Design
John McLoughlin Conceptual Design
EDAG Members discussing the new conceptual designs
EDAG Members discussing the new conceptual designs
EDAG Members discussing the new conceptual designs
EDAG Members discussing the new conceptual designs
EDAG Members discussing the new conceptual designs
EDAG Members discussing the new conceptual designs
No School for the week of November 24 - 28, 2025 due to conferences, comp day and Thanksgiving break.
4 days ago, Gardiner Middle School
No School with November dates on a fall background
No school in Spanish with November dates on a fall background
Are you interested in going on Gardiner's Annual East Coast trip next summer? Please come to our informational meeting next Thursday, or email Mr. Kinast for more information!!!
18 days ago, Gardiner Middle School
Please come to an important informational meeting to find out more about our  ANNUAL EAST COAST TRIP  to  Washington, DC, Philadelphia, and New York City.  The trip goes from June 16-21, 2026.   Join us on Thursday, November 6th  at 5:30 p.m.  Gardiner Middle School  Contact Mr. Kinast for more information allen.kinast@orecity.k12.or.us
 Por favor, asista a una importante reunión informativa para obtener más información sobre nuestra organización.  VIAJE ANUAL A LA COSTA ESTE  a Washington, D.C., Philadelphia y New York.  El viaje sera del 16 al 21 de Junio del 2026.   Acompáñanos el Jueves 6 de Noviembre a las 5:30 p.m.  Escuela Secundaria Gardiner  Para obtener más información, comuníquese con el Sr. Kinast a través de  allen.kinast@orecity.k12.or.us

Please enjoy this year's first edition of the Gardiner Gazette!

24 days ago, Gardiner Middle School
Gardiner Gazette - various  articles
Gardiner Gazette - various  articles
Gardiner Gazette - various  articles
Gardiner Gazette - various  articles
Gardiner Gazette - various  articles
Gardiner Gazette - various  articles
Gardiner Gazette - various  articles
Gardiner Gazette - various  articles

Gardiner has some amazing opportunities to help reward our students for being Respectful, Responsible, Safe and Kind. If you feel like helping us fill our wish lists, please follow this link Wishlists or go to the Gardiner Middle School website. You'll find the wish lists under Family Hub.

26 days ago, Gardiner Middle School
This Friday is our first VIP Breakfast and we are starting the year off by honoring the students who are Responsible.   Each day staff passes out Gotchas to students who are being Respectful, Responsible, Safe and Kind. The students put their names on the Gotchas and turn them into the Gotcha Box where every Friday we have a drawing and five lucky winners get to spin the Prize Wheel in the Welcome Center.   Our prize closet is getting low and we could really use your help. If you want to help us fill up our prize closet, please follow the link above or go to our linktree on Instagram to find all the Amazon Wishlists for the school. We have the BEST families in the district and we are so thankful for you!
Este Viernes es nuestro primer Desayuno VIP y comenzamos el año honrando a los estudiantes Responsables.   Cada día, el personal reparte boletos de ya te agareé a los estudiantes respetuosos, responsables, seguros y amables. Los estudiantes escriben sus nombres en los boletos y los entregan en la Caja de Premios, donde todos los Viernes realizamos un sorteo y cinco afortunados ganadores pueden girar la Rueda de Premios en el Centro de Bienvenida.   Nuestro armario de premios se está agotando y realmente podríamos usar su ayuda. Si gusta ayudarnos a llenarlo, sigua el enlace de arriba  o visite nuestro linktree en Instagram para encontrar todas las listas de deseos de Amazon para la escuela. ¡Tenemos las MEJORES familias del distrito y estamos muy agradecidos por ustedes!
If you have already ordered a picture packet, please return the entire packet to the photographer on retake day. If you ordered a digital download, please show your receipt to the photographer. We have paper order forms in the office or you can order online at https://mydorian.com/
If you have any questions please feel free to call the Welcome Center.
28 days ago, Gardiner Middle School
Picture Retake Day  flier
Picture Retake Day  flier in Spanish

🎉 BREAKING: Oregon City School District makes history as the FIRST in Clackamas County approved for high school pre-apprenticeship programs!

We're proud to pilot the Clackamas Youth Trades Initiative, partnering with Area 1 Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 290 to create a direct pipeline from classroom to career.

✅ Open to ALL OCSD high school students
✅ Preferred entry into apprenticeship applications
✅ OSHA 10 certification opportunity
✅ Professional portfolio development
✅ High-wage careers with excellent benefits

All of our high school students can take Metals classes at CAIS, gain real-world skills, and graduate ready for in-demand careers in the skilled trades.

Interested? Read more about the pilot program and our BOLI pre-approval here: https://www.ocsd62.org/article/2490032

#OCSDLeads #SkilledTrades #CareerPathways #StudentSuccess #WorkforceDevelopment #FutureReady #CTE

about 1 month ago, OCSD62
CAIS Students in class
CAIS Student demonstrating work
CAIS Student working
CAIS Students and instructor
CAIS Student grinding metal
Weld example

It's time to sign up for Dance Team at Gardiner!! Scan the QR code in the images or go to the Gardiner Middle School website to sign up. If you have any questions, please email Danielle.Tebon@orecity.k12.or.us

about 1 month ago, Gardiner Middle School
Join OC Middle School Dance Team - Practices are Tuesdays & Thursdays starting Tues. Nov. 18until Feb. 27 - For grades 6-8 at GMS & TMS: all dance abilities invited! We are a no-cut team. Compete in 2-3 competitions, and perform halftime at OCHS basketball game. Be a part of  an amazing team experience!
Join OC Middle School Dance Team - Practices are Tuesdays & Thursdays starting Tues. Nov. 18until Feb. 27 - For grades 6-8 at GMS & TMS: all dance abilities invited! We are a no-cut team. Compete in 2-3 competitions, and perform halftime at OCHS basketball game. Be a part of  an amazing team experience! in Spanish
Only a few more days to order spirit wear before our online store closes! Order your spirit wear before September 30th!! Shirts will be delivered to Gardiner.
about 2 months ago, Gardiner Middle School
Spirit Wear Sale on black, red and white background with qr code
Spirit Wear Sale in Spanish on black, red and white background with qr code
The yearbook is now on sale!! They will be $20.00 if you purchase them before December 31st. After that date, the cost increases to $25.00! The last day to order a yearbook is March 31, 2026. Order yours today so you will be guaranteed a yearbook on the last day of school!!
about 2 months ago, Gardiner Middle School
Yearbook on sale information on green chalkboard background
Yearbook on sale information on green chalkboard background in Spanish
Gardiner has Amazon Wish Lists for so many things!! Each neighborhood, the Library, the Prizewheel in the Welcome Center, Band, the Fab Lab and the Rest & Return Room!! Please look through the lists and help where you can. We are so thankful for our families support!!
2 months ago, Gardiner Middle School
Gardiner Amazon Wishlist QR Code
Gardiner Amazon Wishlist QR Code in Spanish

🚌Want to hear more about our new Bus Right app?

Check out this week's Hot Minute in District 62 where we talked with our very own transportation staff about it. https://youtu.be/1ZxAD7sAey8

If you're interested in learning more about Bus Right, visit our Transportation Services webpage. If you need support with Bus Right, please contact our Transportation Department.

2 months ago, OCSD62
Hot Minute Graphic
Please join us for our annual Open House on Thursday, September 11 from 6:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. We can't wait to see you!!
3 months ago, Gardiner Middle School
Open House in Spanish - Fall theme background with small pumpkins, leaves and pine cones
Open House  - Fall theme background with small pumpkins, leaves and pine cones
Yesterday we celebrated our first ground breaking ceremony for our 2025 bond projects. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/zEJ7w8oeqjc?feature=shared
3 months ago, OCSD62
OCHS Ground Breaking Ceremony Photo

Oregon City Community Education is hosting a Back to School Resource Fair TOMORROW, Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 5-7 PM at the Jennings Lodge Campus: 18521 SE River Rd. Milwaukie, OR 97267

We're making sure families have everything they need for a successful school year!

Join us for:
Delicious Food
Free School Supplies
Local Resource Providers
Access to Our Clothing Closet (where families can "shop" for free!)

We can't wait to see you there!

3 months ago, OCSD62
resource Fair flyer
Hey Gardiner friends and family, our online Spirit Wear store is open NOW!! Scan the QR code to shop away! The shop will close on September 30th, so check it out and order your spirit wear soon!
3 months ago, Gardiner Middle School
Spirit Wear Sale on black, red and white background with qr code
Spirit Wear Sale in Spanish on black, red and white background with qr code
Are you ready for school pictures?? They're coming up on September 18th!!
3 months ago, Gardiner Middle School
Picture Day is Thursday, Sept. 18 on neutral background with picture of camera and polaroid photo
Picture Day is Thursday, Sept. 18 in Spanish on neutral background with picture of camera and polaroid photo
Calling all Student Library Card users! Make sure to renew your SLC for the 2025-26 school year by August 31, 2025. (And if you DON'T have a Student Library Card yet, there's plenty of time to sign up.)
It's super easy! To register or renew, open up your Annual Verification in ParentVUE and click "YES" on the Student Library Card form.
3 months ago, OCSD62
OCLC Library Card info
Oregon City Community Education is thrilled to host a Back to School Resource Fair on Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 5-7 PM at the Jennings Lodge Campus: 18521 SE River Rd. Milwaukie, OR 97267

We're making sure families have everything they need for a successful school year! Join us for:

Delicious Food

Free School Supplies

Local Resource Providers

Access to Our Clothing Closet (where families can "shop" for free!)

We can't wait to see you there!
3 months ago, Gardiner Middle School
Back to school resource fair in Russian on black background
De Regreso A La Escuela Feria De Recursos Jennings Lodge Jueves 28, de Agosto 5-7 p.m.
Back to School Resource Fair on black background  Thurs. August 28 5-7 p.m  Jennings Lodge