Located in the gateway to the spectacular Oregon Cascades, our school district provides exceptional opportunities for students. 100 percent of our teachers are rated Highly Qualified, and we are making a long-term investment in their success using the “Four Characteristics of Improved School Districts.” (Click Here for PDF) Our schools are constantly broadening options for students by offering a growing number of online courses, in addition to more traditional classes.  We work closely with families through parent clubs, online links to teachers and student progress data. We offer an innovative Family Support Program and health services that are designed to keep kids in school and learning. The work is paying off: Students at every level and in every subgroup are making progress in reading and mathematics. We take great pride in our students and our schools. Please visit us and learn more!
 

DISTRICT MOURNS LOSS OF TEACHER BRIAN HALL

Our school family is deeply saddened by the passing of Brian Hall, a language arts teacher at White Mountain Middle School. Mr. Hall dedicated his entire teaching career to WMMS, and he shared his love for his work far beyond the classroom. During the school year he led the Theatre Club, and in the summer he served as a counselor at a natural-resources camp for children. He also provided dedicated service to his colleagues as the president of the Eagle Point Education Association. Our hearts go out to Brian’s family and many friends in their time of loss.

 

 SPECIAL COMMUNITY MEETING ABOUT THE DISTRICT BUDGET

Our third and final community budget presentation was held on January 25th in the White City Community.  CLICK HERE  to see the presentation.

We would like to thank everyone who took part in our community forums.  Your interest is greatly appreciated and your ideas will help us in the district's budget planning process.  If you have any questions about District 9's budgeting process please contact business manager Scott Whitman at whitmans@eaglepnt.k12.or.us. 

GOOD NEWS ABOUT OUR DISTRICT

Despite some tough times, our teachers, support staff and administrators are increasingly working as teams to improve learning opportunities for students. Read all about it in the Superintendent’s Report to the Community. Also read about:
 

• Why we are looking for new ways to use preparation and planning time in our schools - and how that has let to smaller classes at one school.
• Planning for our sixth and final work session on budget issues, on Wednesday, February 8th.  Hope you'll attend!

ACADEMIC ALL-STATE HONORS FOR EPHS TEAMS!

Congratulations to the student athletes on the Eagle Point High School football team.  They earned Academic All-State recognition from the Dairy Farmers of Oregon and the Oregon School Activities Association.  Our football players, coached by Jacob Schauffler, earned Top 10 honors in Class 5A with a 3.09 grade-point average. In addition to these honors our volleyball and both boy's and girl's cross country teams made the 3.0+ list.  These honors reflect the dedication that our players and coaches bring to the classroom as well as their sports.  Go Eagles!

 

 

STUDENTS MAKE ACROSS-THE-BOARD ACHIEVEMENT GAINS

Our students raised their achievement in reading and math across the board in the 2010-11 academic year. Performance on standardized tests improved at the elementary, middle and high school levels in every subgroup, including those with special needs and those still learning English. Congratulations to our students, staff and community for this strong accomplishment. Can we do more? Of course. Our job is to add value for our students, and that means always striving for improvement – school by school as well as across the district.

CLICK HERE to read a report on this issue by our director of school improvement, Dr. Tina Mondale. 

 

CONSTRUCTION OF HILLSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IS UNDER WAY

Construction is under way on our newest school, Hillside Elementary. Located at the corner of Main Street and Tabor Avenue, Hillside will feature 24 classrooms in four wings.  They will be linked to a central core that houses a media center, cafeteria, multipurpose gym and offices.  The design emphasizes teacher collaboration and efficient use of learning space, along with state-of-the-art technology and energy systems.  Kirby Nagelhout Construction Co. of Bend is the lead contractor. When Hillside is completed in spring 2012, it will provide a modern replacement for Little Butte School.  All costs of building Hillside are being covered by an insurance settlement, which is funding additional capital improvements for the district.

View Hillside Elementary School Schematics
View Hillside Artist Rendering
 

BARGAINING TEAMS NEGOTIATING NEW EMPLOYEE CONTRACT

Bargaining teams from the school district and employee association are negotiating a new contract for teachers and classified support staff. Our goal is an agreement that protects the school year, vital services for students and jobs.

Click here for more information

Our Mission Statement

"The mission of Jackson County School District 9, in mutual partnership with the families and local community, is to prepare every student to be a self-directed life long learner, a productive worker, and a responsible contributing member of society." 

For bus routes and school boundary information, please Click HERE or contact our Transportation Department at 541-830-1245.