EPSD9 Newsroom
Welcome to the Eagle Point School District 9 Newsroom, your go-to source for news from across the District. On this page, you’ll find a variety of news articles and spotlights featuring students, staff, and EPSD9 events.
Got a spotlight to share? Send it to epsdcommunications@eaglepnt.k12.or.us. to be featured in our Newsroom!
District News & District-Wide Success
![2025-26 School Year 1-hr Late Start for ALL Schools]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747160832/eaglepntk12orus/y6xd2rdvzcnmqh77j6tv/latestart2526.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747160832/eaglepntk12orus/y6xd2rdvzcnmqh77j6tv/latestart2526.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747160832/eaglepntk12orus/y6xd2rdvzcnmqh77j6tv/latestart2526.png","width":760}])
Next year the Eagle Point School District 9 will begin holding late-starts on Wednesdays, except February 27, 2026.
![2025-26 Student Registration is OPEN!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743619450/eaglepntk12orus/t5gx0gx8jcjdqubkifho/registration2526.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743619450/eaglepntk12orus/t5gx0gx8jcjdqubkifho/registration2526.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743619450/eaglepntk12orus/t5gx0gx8jcjdqubkifho/registration2526.png","width":758}])
It’s time to Register for the 2025-26 school year. For a better registration experience, register on a computer or tablet rather than a phone. Please be sure to select the 2025-26 school year in ParentVUE. REGISTER TODAY!
![Building Bridges Between School and Home: A Spotlight on Mr. Eric Thomas & Jasper]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747258760/eaglepntk12orus/epwemtjcb6gioqrwbmrh/ericandjasper.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747258760/eaglepntk12orus/epwemtjcb6gioqrwbmrh/ericandjasper.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747258760/eaglepntk12orus/epwemtjcb6gioqrwbmrh/ericandjasper.png","width":760}])
At Eagle Point School District 9, one person is continuously focused on building stronger connections between students, families, and educators—Mr. Eric Thomas, the district’s Behavior Intervention Specialist.
![April School Board Recognition of Staff and Students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745360997/eaglepntk12orus/c0fpqwhsk9ds792npg4e/WMMSWeb.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745360997/eaglepntk12orus/c0fpqwhsk9ds792npg4e/WMMSWeb.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745360997/eaglepntk12orus/c0fpqwhsk9ds792npg4e/WMMSWeb.png","width":760}])
Congratulations to the following students and staff who were recognized at a recent assembly for their outstanding work by our EPSD9 School Board!
![Eagle Point High School Senior Named Oregon State Star Farmer for 2025!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745269004/eaglepntk12orus/fa5bm4eh7kyis7pukmmo/ILAnewsstory.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745269004/eaglepntk12orus/fa5bm4eh7kyis7pukmmo/ILAnewsstory.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745269004/eaglepntk12orus/fa5bm4eh7kyis7pukmmo/ILAnewsstory.png","width":760}])
Eagle Point High School senior Ila was shocked to find out she had been named the Oregon Stat Star Farmer for 2025. This recognition comes after years of hard work, dedication, and a passion for agriculture that began long before high school.
Spotlight
![From Sparks to Skills: Peyton’s Journey Through Metal Fabrication at EPHS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747079767/eaglepntk12orus/uokqjt5wd4xazxafcbu5/PeytonFabStory.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747079767/eaglepntk12orus/uokqjt5wd4xazxafcbu5/PeytonFabStory.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747079767/eaglepntk12orus/uokqjt5wd4xazxafcbu5/PeytonFabStory.png","width":760}])
When Peyton entered Eagle Point High School as a freshman, he was uncertain about the direction he would take. After only a few weeks, Peyton quickly discovered that his true strengths lay in hands-on work. This realization, along with opportunities with CTE, ignited an interest that would shape his next four years.
![EPHS Student Act of Kindness]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746214797/eaglepntk12orus/iauq5m0yvfkcaaynwrxx/ephsstudentkind.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746214797/eaglepntk12orus/iauq5m0yvfkcaaynwrxx/ephsstudentkind.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746214797/eaglepntk12orus/iauq5m0yvfkcaaynwrxx/ephsstudentkind.png","width":760}])
![2025 State Tournament at The Yard]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737651941/eaglepntk12orus/edgueu8ib8vxnppwflbi/TheYard.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737651941/eaglepntk12orus/edgueu8ib8vxnppwflbi/TheYard.png","width":380}])
We are actively seeking sponsors and donations to support the EPHS Baseball. If you are interested in sponsorship or have further questions, please get in touch with Tyson Wolfe at wolfet@eaglepnt.k12.or.us