Lake Oswego School District students graduating in 2028 face new diploma requirements that change how they prove proficiency in English language arts and math.
The district announced the updates in its Nov. 6 newsletter. The changes apply to current juniors, the Class of 2028, and do not affect this year's seniors.
Under the new rules, students will demonstrate ELA and math proficiency through 11th-grade Oregon Statewide Assessment System (OSAS) tests or district-administered work samples during senior year.
The district also eliminated a 0.5-credit Advanced Communication Skills requirement, shifting that half-credit to general electives. The LOSD diploma still requires 25 total credits.
Requirements for the Oregon Standard High School Diploma and Modified Diploma remain unchanged.
The district directed high school families to review messages from their principals for details on assessment pathways, course scheduling and diploma options.
Bond projects move forward
The district also pointed families to its September Bond Accountability Committee report, which covers construction and renovation work at four schools: the new Forest Hills Elementary School, an addition at Palisades World Language School, flooring replacement at Lakeridge High School, and flooring and roof replacement at Lake Oswego High School.
A photo in the newsletter showed the rock pad for the new Forest Hills Elementary, looking toward Andrews Road. The district posts new bond accountability reports on its website each month.
Voters approved the bond measure in November 2025 with 72% support, according to a district post on Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Schiele's evaluation.
The bond authorized up to $245 million in bonds for school facility improvements.
Foundation marks 40 years
The Lake Oswego Schools Foundation celebrates its 40th anniversary on Saturday, Nov. 7, at Lake Oswego Middle School. The event runs 3:00–4:30 p.m. and features cake, family activities, snacks and giveaways. Tony Vandenberg will lead a school tour starting around 3:45 p.m.
The Foundation funds additional teaching positions across all 11 LOSD schools. Mark Birge, the Foundation's board president, discussed his involvement in a recent episode of the district's "Learning in Lake Oswego" podcast. His son Landon, a Lakeridge High School junior, joined the conversation to share a student's perspective.
Schiele wrote in the newsletter that the Foundation "has brought our community together to support educator positions and help students learn, grow, and discover what's possible."
The first 20 families at Saturday's event receive a red throw blanket, and the first 40 children receive an apple backpack stuffed animal.
LOSD schools will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day. Classes resume Thursday, Nov. 12.
