Stoops' Scoop September 26, 2025 Edition 27

BOARD ADOPTS REVISED DISTRICT CALENDAR FOR 2025-2026 At the regular board meeting on Monday, September 22nd, the Junction City School Board adopted a revised district calendar that includes all 5 budgeted furlough days, September 2nd, November 10th, February 13th, April 24th, and June 12th.  The updated calendars are posted on our website and the links are provided below. English Calendar for 2025-2026 Spanish Calendar for 2025-2026 JUNCTION CITY ATHLETICS FIRST ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER The 1st Annual JC Golf Tournament is coming up October 5th at Tokatee Golf Club.  There is still room for a couple more teams.  You can sign up online:   JC Golf Tournament Registration.   Proceeds support JC Sports Programs for grades 7-12.  A big thank you to all the sponsors and donors.  This promised to be a great event for our schools and community.      JCHS FIELDHOUSES ARE NEAR COMPLETION The Fieldhouses at Junction City High School continue to take shape. All metal siding is complete, concrete has been poured and prep for installing interior artificial turf is in progress. Thank you to all of the sponsors and volunteers dedicated to bringing this project to reality for all JC youth. If you would like to contribute or volunteer in this school/community partnership, please contact Bart Rothenberger, Athletic Director, brothernberger@junctioncity.k12.or.us. SELAH COUNSELING AND WELLNESS JCSD is providing office space in the East Wing of the high school campus to make mental health services more available to our community.  Selah can bill private and Oregon Health Plan clients.  Selah is open year round.  You can get more information on their website at https://selahcounselingandwellness.com/, or click on the Selah image to the right. MESSAGE FROM THE JCSD SCHOOL BOARD At the September 22, 2025 board meeting, the board appointed TJ Vetkos to fill the position vacated by Dan Allred.  TJ and Erik Parks were interviewed in a board work session held prior to the regular board meeting.  TJ was born and raised in JC and a graduate of Junction City High School.  He will be sworn in at the October 27th regular board meeting.  The board chair Kristina Holton also swore in student representative Kylie Holton, the JCHS senior class vice president. Board agendas, minutes and city meeting links can be found on our website at this link . The next Junction City School Board Regular Meeting is Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:00pm in the Junction City District Office Board Room at 325 Maple St. Public is welcome to attend.   "TIGER EYES" VOLUNTEER PROGRAM COMING TO JCHS SOON There is a new volunteer program coming to JCHS.  The "Tiger Eyes" program will involve volunteers in the building as another set of "eyes" looking after students, welcoming students and making positive connections.  The idea of the program was initiated by JC Police Chief Mark Waddell and local business owner Wade Skinner.  Both are graduates of JCHS wanting to give back to their community in a meaningful way.  This program will start with the lunch hour and expand to before and after school times.  The three students on the committee are excited about the opportunity to have adult community members in the school to make connections and help students feel safe and welcome.  This program aligns perfectly with the District Culture Goal:   Advance a culture where every student in known, connected, and belongs through community ownership, consistent communication, and inclusivity.  The goal is to have volunteers trained and in place after the Thanksgiving Break. Pictured from left to right: Principal Bryce Bennett, Senior Class Vice President and Student Representative on the JCSD School Board, Kylie Holton, SRO Janet Deckard, Wade Skinner, Chief Mark Waddell, Superintendent Troy Stoops, Andrew Hart and Colton Hedland. LICENSED & CLASSIFIED SUBSTITUTES NEEDED Junction City School District contracts with EduStaff for hiring licensed and classified substitutes.  You can visit their website at the link above or call them directly at 877-974-6338.  They will assist you with registering or answer any questions you might have.  We are always in need of substitutes.  When you sign up, you have the option of where you want to substitute and what days you are available.  We encourage you to consider joining EduStaff and working in Junction City Schools.  All applicants are now paid for all required trainings.                                                                                                                                                           Troy Stoops, Superintendent 325 Maple St., Junction City, Oregon 97448 541-998-6311 tstoops@junctioncity.k12.or.us    

Saturday, Sep 27 2025

Stoops' Scoop August 29, 2025 Edition 26

WELCOME TO THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR IN JC SCHOOLS We are prepared and excited for the return of students to our school on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.  When students return their will be few new faces and and a few changes but they can expect a welcoming staff who are ready to create belonging through relevant learning where everyone thrives.  We are a community preparing EVERY student today for EVERY possible tomorrow.  This week all staff and 43 high school students attended a workshop from  Christian Paige , an emmy nominated spoken word poet, a professional speaker and educator who speaks to schools, conferences and events across the United States.  Paige is from Tacoma Washington and the culture and climate in our schools, and how we as individuals, staff and students have an impact on their schools. A few reminders for the start of a new school year: Attendance is key to student success.  Help get your student to school everyday. ParentSquare is used for all school communications.  Make sure you are connected. School meals are free again this year for all students. Make sure you have confirmed transportation plans for your students. Our  websites are a great resource for information, forms and guidance. Have a great school year, Go Tigers! CELL PHONES NO LONGER ALLOWED DURING SCHOOL HOURS Per Oregon Executive Order EO 25-09, in all Junction City Schools, personal electronic devices such as phones and earbuds will remain off and away during the school day (this includes during passing times and during lunch).  Students will still have access to their school chromebooks.  Why?  On August 21, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek signed an executive order requiring all Oregon schools to go to cell phone-free during the school day.  The goal is simple:  to help students focus, learn, and feel better at school. Research shows that cell phones create distractions, increase stress, and hurt learning-even when they are not being used.  By limiting phones during school hours, students gain more time to connect with peers, focus on lessons, and build a healthier learning environment.  This change is about putting kids first-supporting their education, safety and mental health.  Exceptions may be made for students with medical needs or those supported by and Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) or a Section 504 plan.  Each school is providing specifics about expectation and consequences in their buildings.  You can find the ODE Guidance here:   Fostering Student Learning, Well-Being, and Belonging. JC HIGH SCHOOL INVESTS IN ATHLETIC TECHNOLOGY We are always looking for ways of doing things as efficient as possible when it comes to labor, supplies and services.  Athletic Director, Bart Rothenberger has partnered with local organizations and the school district to get things to "line up".  The "Turf Tank" is now painting all of the lines on our athletic fields.  The tank is programmed for all district facilities and provides near perfect lines with much more detail than in previous years.  The tank provides significant savings in staff hours and paint supplies.  The increased details and addition of logos to the fields is an added bonus.  The fields look professional.  The tank operates off of GPS but still requires some monitoring, but it does all the work.  We are grateful for another project borne out of the partnerships and generosity of the JC community.  Thank you to Tiger Auction Committee, Junction City Athletics (JCA), JCHS Athletics and JCSD Maintenance Department.  I invite you to come watch our kids this fall as they participate on our fields. BOARD ADOPTS DISTRICT CALENDAR FOR 2025-2026 As a reminder, the budget approved by the school board on June 23, 2025 in 5 furlough days during the 2025-2026 school year.  At the same meeting the board approved 3 of the 5 budgeted furlough days, September 2nd, November 10th, and June 12th.  The board was expected to adopt the final two furlough days at the August 25th board meeting, but chose to postpone the decision until the September 22nd board meeting.  The other two dates the board is expected to approve in September are February 13th and April 24th. English Calendar for 2025-2026 Spanish Calendar for 2025-2026 JUNCTION CITY ATHLETICS FIRST ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER      JCHS FIELDHOUSES CONTINUE TO PROGRESS The Fieldhouses at Junction City High School continue to take shape. Volunteers and coaching staff have been busy all summer with installing siding, concrete, gravel, and electrical installation. As the can see in the photos below they are looking great. Thank you to all of the sponsors and volunteers dedicated to bringing this project to reality for all JC youth. If you would like to contribute or volunteer in this school/community partnership, please contact Bart Rothenberger, Athletic Director, brothernberger@junctioncity.k12.or.us. SELAH COUNSELING AND WELLNESS JCSD is providing office space in the East Wing of the high school campus to make mental health services more available to our community.  Selah can bill private and Oregon Health Plan clients.  Selah is open year round.  You can get more information on their website at https://selahcounselingandwellness.com/, or click on the Selah image to the right. MESSAGE FROM THE JCSD SCHOOL BOARD At the August 25, 2025 board meeting two new members were sworn in to the Junction City School Board, Jamie Pleich and Kayla Timmins.  Pleich replaces Mark Inman who's term ended in June, and Timmins fills the position previously filled by Jacque Gerdes for over 20 years.  There is currently one position open on the board due to Chair Dan Allred's resignation in June.  If you are interested you can contact Stephanie White at swhite@junctioncity.k12.or.us or at 541-998-6311. Board agendas, minutes and city meeting links can be found on our website at this link . The next Junction City School Board Regular Meeting is Monday, September 22, 2025 at 6:00pm in the Junction City District Office Board Room at 325 Maple St. Public is welcome to attend.   LICENSED & CLASSIFIED SUBSTITUTES NEEDED Junction City School District contracts with EduStaff for hiring licensed and classified substitutes.  You can visit their website at the link above or call them directly at 877-974-6338.  They will assist you with registering or answer any questions you might have.  We are always in need of substitutes.  When you sign up, you have the option of where you want to substitute and what days you are available.  We encourage you to consider joining EduStaff and working in Junction City Schools.  All applicants are now paid for all required trainings.                                                                                                                                                           Troy Stoops, Superintendent 325 Maple St., Junction City, Oregon 97448 541-998-6311 tstoops@junctioncity.k12.or.us    

Friday, Aug 29 2025

Now Enrolling – JCSD Preschool Has Open Spots!

Now Enrolling – JCSD Preschool Has Open Spots! Junction City School District Preschool  (JCSD Preschool) still has a few open spots available for the upcoming school year! Our half-day preschool runs from 8:30–11:30 AM and is open to children ages 3–5. Tuition is $400 per month, and spaces are limited—don’t miss your chance to join our supportive, engaging learning environment! Know a preschool-age child or have one at home? Visit our JCSD Preschool webpage for more information and to submit an application. We’re also hosting a Meet & Greet on Friday, August 29 from 9–10 AM—come say hello, ask questions, and see what makes our program special! Don’t wait—spots fill up fast! Please reach out to Hannah Howe at  hhowe@junctioncity.k12.or.us if you have any questions.

Friday, Aug 22 2025

Oregon Summer EBT News - May 2025

Oregon Summer EBT News - May 2025 Oregon Department of Human Services sent this bulletin at 05/28/2025 07:12 AM PDT Having trouble viewing this email?  View it as a Web page . May 2025 In this edition: Summer grocery help is back!  Protect your EBT benefits this summer  The Summer EBT Call Center is open through Sept. 30, 2025  Feed your family with this simple kid-approved pasta bake dish!  Summer grocery help is back!   On May 22, 2025,  341,504 children received 2025 Summer EBT benefits, totaling over 40 million dollars in additional grocery benefits for families to spend in their communities. Summer EBT gives families money to help buy groceries during the summer when school is out. Each eligible student can get $120 for food over the summer. Healthy eating throughout the summer helps students grow strong and be prepared when the school year starts back.   “When school doors close for the summer, the need for regular, healthy meals doesn’t disappear. Last year, the summer EBT program bridged a critical gap for thousands of Oregon families, helping to replace those essential 10 meals per child, per week, that they receive when school is in session,” said Dr. Charlene Williams, Director of the Oregon Department of Education (ODE). “We are proud to continue this partnership with ODHS to not only feed children, but to nurture their potential during crucial developmental months. Our continued commitment ensures that summer can be a season of growth and opportunity for all children, regardless of their economic circumstances.”    As  the 2025 Summer EBT program begins , we would love it if you could share  materials  with community organizations, schools,  businesses  and families you  are connected with , to help us reach our goal of issuing benefits to 375,000 children this summer!   Please  share  the articles in  this newsletter , the new 2025 Summer EBT social media toolkit and  Summer  EBT flyers in multiple languages  you can download a t sebt.oregon.gov   Who can get this  help ?   Your  school-age  child may automatically qualify if:   Your family gets SNAP, TANF, or Oregon Health Plan (Medicaid) and meets income rules.   Your child attended a school with the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) or School Breakfast Program (SBP) and qualifies for free or reduced-price meals.    Your child is in foster care, part of a migrant education program, experiencing  houselessness , in a qualified Head Start, or part of the Food Program on Indian Reservations.   Your child may be eligible by application if:   Your family meets the income requirements for free or reduced-price meals at school, and   Your child attends a school that  participates  in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) or School Breakfast Program (SBP).   What else should you know?   If you got Summer EBT in 2024 through an approved  application,  you  don’t  need to apply again. Your family  received  benefits on May 22, 2025.   If you are not automatically eligible for benefits, please apply by Sept. 3, 2025. You can apply now using a paper application. An online application is available after May 30, 2025. Go to  sebt.oregon.gov  for details.    You’ll  get the money on an Oregon EBT card, which you can use at most grocery stores, farmers markets, and other places that accept EBT.   Need help or want to apply?   Visit  sebt.oregon.gov  or email  summerebtinfo@odhs.oregon.gov .   C all the Oregon Summer EBT Call Center at 1-833-673-7328, Monday  through  Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ,  Pacific Time.   Take steps to protect your EBT benefits this summer Stolen Summer EBT benefits cannot be replaced. Follow these steps to  protect your EBT  card and  be n efits :   Freeze your card between uses. When  you’re  not using your EBT card, freeze the card for extra protection. Simply unfreeze it when  you’re  ready to make a purchase .  Visit the  ebtEDGE  website  or use the mobile app and find "Freeze Card" under "Account Services.   Block out-of-state and online purchases.  You can block these purchases to protect your card from unauthorized use. Visit the  ebtEDGE  website  or use the mobile app and find "Protect My Account" under "Account Services." You can remove blocks at any time.   Monitor your EBT account activity. Make a habit to check your account regularly for any unusual charges. If you see a charge you  didn’t  make,  report it immediately . Cancel your card and call the replacement line at 855-328-6715 or go to an  ODHS office .   The Summer EBT Call Center is open through Sept. 30, 2025 Did you receive your  Summer  EBT benefits, but the amount was different than you expected?    Are you wondering when you will receive your Summer EBT  benefits  this year ?   Are you  unsure whether your child is eligible for Summer EBT this year ?   The  Summer EBT Call Center is now open through Sept. 30,  2025  to answer your questions.   Call Center  n umber: 1-833-ORE-SEBT (1-833-673-7328)   The Call Center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., PDT.   Call  C enter agents are able t o assis t  customers in English and Spanish. For other language needs an interpreter service will be provided.   Feed your family with this simple, kid-approved pasta dish! With the cost of groceries on the rise, stretching your  Summer  EBT dollars  has  never been more important. Try this 6-ingredient pasta bake for dinner to help  make the most of  your summer EBT dollars this summer!   “This recipe is truly  kid-approved . I made this  pasta bake  for my family the other night. My  six-year-old  daughter asked for seconds, which rarely happens. Feeding my family a meal they enjoy  felt effortless with this  dish.  “  - Kathryn Garland, Program Integrity Specialist, ODHS Summer EBT Program   This will serve six.  You'll  need:   1 pound rigatoni or penne pasta   1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil   1 pound  lean ground beef   1 (24-ounce ) jar of tomato sauce   1 (16-ounce) container 2% or whole milk cottage cheese   1 (8-ounce) bag shredded Italian blend cheese   Instructions:   Preheat the oven to 425°F. Fill a large pot with water, add salt, and bring it to a boil over high heat. Cook the pasta for about 10 minutes or 1 to 2 minutes before the cooking time recommended on the package. The pasta will still be firm. Drain the pasta into a colander set in the sink.   In the meantime, heat the oil in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook it, breaking it up with a wooden spoon until no longer pink, about 5 minutes. If  you'd  like, drain the excess fat.   Stir in pasta sauce and cook until warm, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the pasta to the sauce and stir to combine.   Pour half of the mixture into a 13x9-inch casserole. Make dollops of cottage cheese on top, then cover with half of the shredded cheese. Spread the remaining pasta on top and finish with the remaining shredded cheese evenly scattered on top.   Bake until bubbly and cheese  is  melted and lightly browned, about 30 minutes. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.   Find more  healthy recipes that are tasty,  easy  and low-cost  from  Food Hero .    Summer EBT   Food Resources   Free Food Finder Subscribe to updates from Oregon Department of Human Services Email Address e.g. name@example.com Share Bulletin Powered by

Wednesday, May 28 2025

Bond Message May 212, 2025

Dear JC Community Members, Thank you to everyone who participated in the May 20 election and took time to consider the $40 million school bond measure. While we are disappointed that the measure did not pass, we respect the outcome and are grateful to all who engaged in the process, asked questions, and shared their perspectives. This result is difficult, especially knowing that the bond was designed to address long-standing needs in our schools — including safety upgrades, essential facility repairs, and improvements to support learning and student well-being. These needs have not gone away, and our commitment to addressing them remains strong. We understand that this is a challenging time for many families. Economic pressures, inflation, and rising costs are real concerns. We also know that trust and transparency are essential when we ask our community to invest in our schools. That’s why we will take time to reflect, listen, and learn from this outcome. We will revisit the priorities we shared, examine how we communicated them, and continue conversations with our stakeholders. Our schools are the heart of our community. When they thrive, our students thrive — and so does the future of our town. Although the bond did not pass, we remain focused on our mission to provide safe, welcoming, and effective learning environments for every student, every day. In the coming weeks and months, we will engage with families, staff, and community members to gather feedback and discuss next steps. We want to better understand your concerns and hear your ideas. Together, we will determine how to move forward with integrity, equity, and shared purpose. On behalf of our school board, district leadership, and staff, thank you for caring deeply about our schools and students. Your involvement makes a difference, and we remain hopeful about what we can achieve together. With appreciation, Troy Stoops Superintendent

Wednesday, May 21 2025

Stoops' Scoop May 9, 2025 Edition 25

LAUREL 2ND GRADERS VISIT LOCKMEAD FARMS On Tuesday, May 6th, 2nd grade classrooms visited Lockmead Farms to learn about cows, feed, milk, ice cream and most importantly, "where chocolate milk comes from". Owner Angie Gibson provided classrooms with personalized tours of the facilities, explaining processes and fielding a lot of questions. Mr. Tompkins's classroom below learning about what is in the feed that the dairy cows are fed each day. Among many things, the students learned that cows are milked 3 times a day, takes about 4 minutes to milk each cow, and on average each Lockmead dairy cow produces about 11 gallons of milk a day. Thank you Lockmead for supporting our schools and our students. DISTRICT BUDGET COMMITTEE APPROVES BUDGET FOR 2025-2026 On Monday, May 5, 2025, the District Budget Committee approved the district budget for the 2025-2026 school year.  Below is the message from Superintendent ​Troy Stoops: Dear Junction City Students, Families, and Community Members, I want to thank you for your ongoing partnership and support of our schools. Our community’s investment in education — through your time, trust, and care — is what makes our district strong. As we look ahead to the 2025–2026 school year, I need to share some difficult news. Based on the Governor’s recommended state education budget, and after three years of steadily declining student enrollment, the Junction City School District is facing a  budget shortfall of $2.8 million . In the past three years, our enrollment has declined by 120 students, and our incoming kindergarten classes continue to get smaller. Because public school funding in Oregon is directly tied to student enrollment, this decline has a serious impact on our district’s revenue. We have done everything we can to limit the effect on students, but the shortfall means we must make some very difficult reductions. Next year, the district will reduce staffing in both teaching and support roles, along with some programs. These include: A reduction of 2.1 elementary and 8.3 secondary teaching positions The loss of counseling and student support roles at the high school Fewer instructional assistants and behavior specialists Cuts to some middle and high school athletic programs Reductions in District Office support staff Five furlough days for all staff next year These decisions are incredibly hard, especially in a community where every school, every staff member, and every program matters. We are following all legal and contractual guidelines for these changes, and we are doing our best to support staff members affected by this process. Looking ahead, we anticipate another budget shortfall of about $700,000 in the 2026–2027 school year. We are hopeful the Oregon Legislature will increase funding for K–12 education in the coming year so we can avoid more reductions. Please know that these budget decisions do not change our commitment to your children. We are focused on keeping classrooms safe, supportive, and centered on student learning. We will continue to advocate at the state level for sustainable school funding and work hard to protect the programs that serve our students best. We’re sharing this message with transparency and care, because we believe you — our students, families, and community — deserve to know what’s happening and why. Together, we’ll move through these challenges with the same strength, resilience, and heart that make Junction City special. Thank you for standing with us and for your continued support of our schools. District Budget Committee Meeting, May 5, 2025 Sincerely, Troy Stoops Superintendent Junction City School District BOARD ADOPT DISTRICT CALENDAR FOR 2025-2026 The  JC School Board adopted the  School Calendar for 2025-2026.  The biggest change for next school year is around the Thanksgiving Break.  November 24-25 will be Parent Conferences for grades K-8.  Students will not attend for the week of November 24-28.  This prevents having short weeks, and school the day before Thanksgiving.  Part of the budget reductions for next year include 5 furlough days for all district staff.  It has not been determined yet whether the 5 days will be school days, inservice days or a combination of both.  The school board will approve the revised calendar at the regular board meeting on June 23, 2025. English Calendar for 2025-2026 Spanish Calendar for 2025-2026 BULLYING IN SCHOOLS Junction City Schools have core Foundational Values:  P artnerships,  A ccountability, W onder, S upport (P.A.W.S.).  Our Vision is: The JCSD community creates belonging through relevant learning where everyone thrives.   A term that we hear a lot in schools is "bullying".  JCSD has clear policy and procedures dealing with bullying and similar behaviors.  Board Policy JFCF and JFCF-AR - Hazing, Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying, Menacing, Cyberbullying, Teen Dating Violence or Domestic Violence - Student, provide expectations guidance for families.  The policy also provide a complaint process if a student or family member is not satisfied with  how the school handled an incident identified in the policy.  Identifying whether the behavior in question is considered bullying", is often a point of confusion, frustration and even contention between the school, student, and family members.  Here is the definition from Policy JFCF:   “Harassment, intimidation or bullying” means any act that substantially interferes with a student’s educational benefits, opportunities or performance, that takes place on or immediately adjacent to district grounds, at any district-sponsored activity, on district-provided transportation, or at any official district bus stop, that may be based on, but not limited to, the protected class status of a person, and having the effect of:  1. Physically harming a student or damaging a student’s property; 2. Knowingly placing a student in reasonable fear of physical harm to the student or damage to the student’s property; or 3. Creating a hostile educational environment including interfering with the psychological well-being of the student. “Protected class” means a group of persons distinguished, or perceived to be distinguished, by race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, familial status, source of income, or disability. JCSD strives to create and maintain an environment at school and school activities that is safe and welcoming for all.  If your child is experiencing bullying as described above, please share with your school teacher or administrator, if you haven't already.   COMPARISON OF DISTRICT ENROLLMENT AND STAFFING SINCE 2019     This graph illustrates our enrollment vs. staffing over time.  Enrollment is ADMw, which means it is weighted based on poverty levels, numbers of students receiving special services and other special factors.  We currently have 1570 students enrolled in JC schools.  FTE stands for "Full Time Equivalent".   1.0 FTE = one full time employee. JCHS FIELDHOUSES CONTINUE TO PROGRESS The Fieldhouses at Junction City High School continue to take shape.  Both buildings have the roof systems installed thanks to our volunteers and Al Sheet Metal.  We would also like to recognize and thank Equipment Share for their continued support of projects in the Junction City School District.  Erik Parks and Christenson Electric have donate all of the materials and labor to install all  off the electricity, components and controls.  Guaranty Chevrolet and Shannon Nil donated $30,000 recently to bring the project close to it's fundraising goal and nearing completion. If you would like to contribute or volunteer in this school/community partnership, please contact Bart Rothenberger, Athletic Director, brothernberger@junctioncity.k12.or.us. ANNUAL TIGER AUCTION SETS ANOTHER RECORD The Annual Tiger Auction was held at the Shadow Hills Country Club on Saturday, February 8th.  This year they raised $132,000 to support high school sports and activities.  Thank you to President Leslie McNamar and all the volunteers, donors, buyers and supporters who make it happen, and grow significantly each year.  Here is a full list of 340+ businesses, individuals and organizations  that generously contribute to the success of the Annual Tiger Auction. SELAH COUNSELING AND WELLNESS JCSD is providing office space in the East Wing of the high school campus to make mental health services more available to our community.  Selah can bill private and Oregon Health Plan clients.  Selah is open year round.  You can get more information on their website at https://selahcounselingandwellness.com/, or click on the Selah image to the right. MESSAGE FROM THE JCSD SCHOOL BOARD Board agendas, minutes and meeting links can be found on our website at this link . The next Junction City School Board Regular Meeting is Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:00pm in the Junction City District Office Board Room at 325 Maple St. Public is welcome to attend.   LICENSED & CLASSIFIED SUBSTITUTES NEEDED Junction City School District contracts with EduStaff for hiring licensed and classified substitutes.  You can visit their website at the link above or call them directly at 877-974-6338.  They will assist you with registering or answer any questions you might have.  We are always in need of substitutes.  When you sign up, you have the option of where you want to substitute and what days you are available.  We encourage you to consider joining EduStaff and working in Junction City Schools.  All applicants are now paid for all required trainings. OREGON DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION'S INTEGRATED GUIDANCE PLANS The district's Integrated Guidance Plans are posted on our website.  The Integrated Guidance includes district information for our High School Success Plan (formerly Measure 98), Student Investment Account, Continuous Improvement Plan, Early Indicator & Intervention Systems and Longitudinal Performance Growth Targets.  This plan is presented to the Junction City School Board and opportunity for public input is provided.                                                                                                                                                           Troy Stoops, Superintendent 325 Maple St., Junction City, Oregon 97448 541-998-6311 tstoops@junctioncity.k12.or.us    

Friday, May 09 2025

Building Tours Reminder

Tuesday, Apr 22 2025

First View Bus Application

Dear JC Parents and Families, We are happy to share the release of a new GPS Bus Tracking system for families called FirstView. This application if available for families with students who ride the school bus in Junction City School District.  Here is the Welcome Letter with all the information needed to get started.   5- Character District Code:  C7R3Y Welcome Letter - English                                                             Parent Registration Guide - English Welcome Letter - Spanish                                                             Parent Registration Guide - Spanish

Friday, Apr 11 2025

Kids in Transition to School KITS - A Summer Progr...

Junction City is excited to provide the Kids In Transition To School (KITS) program again this summer for incoming kindergartners!  KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Register HERE   to start receiving kindergarten information.

Monday, Apr 07 2025

Open House at JCSD Preschool - April 11th from 3-4pm

JCSD Preschool 541-520-2038 ~ www.Junctioncity.k12.or.us Enroll Now...  Read More

Wednesday, Apr 02 2025