Free Orchards Elementary in Cornelius named Washington County community school
Published: Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 5:30 PM Updated: Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 5:50 PM
Free Orchards Elementary School in Cornelius will become the first full-service community school in Washington County, coordinating free health, educational, social and basic needs services for students, their families and the community.
A kickoff celebration and health and safety fair will take place at the school October 26 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. with more than a dozen area providers on hand to connect families with services, including on-site dental and vision screenings. Families will also receive a free meal. Free Orchards Elementary is located at 2499 S. Beech St. in Cornelius.
Camp Fire USA, Portland Metro Council is spearheading the effort in collaboration with Free Orchards, Hillsboro School District and dozens of Washington County agencies and service