Hillsboro School District Weekly Hot News March 9, 2026 - Celebrating Women's History Month

March is Women’s History Month, a time to recognize the many contributions that women have made to the fabric of American History. Women’s History Month was first celebrated in 1981 as Women’s History Week but became a month-long observance in 1987. We celebrate to remind ourselves of the accomplishments of women and to reflect on the trailblazing women who led the way for change. Studying the tenacity, courage, and creativity of historic women provides a sense of strength, value, and identifiable role models for all of our students. This March, we encourage you and your family to plan activities throughout the month that promote learning about unique women who have made tremendous impacts on our history. We also encourage you to learn more about women’s history, accomplishments, and experiences;  commemorate women’s stories; and celebrate women’s achievements.For more information and activities happening in our community, visit the City of Hillsboro’s Women’s History Month webpage. Our featured opportunity is Teen Market! The 2026 season is officially open and applications are now available for all incoming freshmen through graduating seniors who want to sell their handmade products at local farmers markets this summer. This exciting collaboration with the Washington County Chamber of Commerce has been in place since 2014 and offers students a hands-on introduction to entrepreneurship. Participants receive business counseling and mentorship; real-world selling experience at local markets and festivals; and a chance to build confidence, creativity, and customer skills. Interested students should complete their application and submit all required documentation to the Chamber by Monday, March 30. 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.