Scott Depew

The Hermiston School District's Integrated Plan focuses on improving learning conditions for students and educators by aligning common goals and requirements of state and federal initiatives. Key areas include implementing systems to support students' physical, mental, emotional, behavioral, and safety needs, improving graduation rates for all student subgroups, promoting personalized learning and career development, and empowering underserved families. The plan emphasizes early literacy support, culturally-responsive pedagogy, and community partnerships to achieve equitable outcomes and future-ready success for all students.

The special meeting included public comments from football and softball coaches, who addressed the board about support for coaches. A teacher commented about graduation stoles. The board approved the Second Read Policy IKFB. There was a discussion on Parent, Coach, and Student Code of Conduct.

The Hermiston School District's 2025-27 Integrated Plan focuses on building knowledge and skills for the future, aligning with the community's rapid growth and diversity. Key areas include wraparound services, stakeholder partnerships, professional learning, and career exploration opportunities. The plan addresses academic and attendance gaps, particularly for students with disabilities and English learners, by concentrating resources on behavioral support, social communication, and individualized services. It also emphasizes the importance of CTE programs and career-connected learning to improve graduation rates and prepare students for post-secondary pathways.

The meeting included assurances from the Assistant Superintendent that Hermiston School District complied with all Division 22 Standards for the 2019-2020 school year. The compliance report, noting the district's full compliance, will be submitted to the state.

The meeting included the adoption of the agenda and the Superintendent's report. The Superintendent's report included the district's annual assurances of compliance with public school standards for the 2021-22 school year. The report indicated that Hermiston School District was in compliance with all of the Division 22 Standards for the 2021-2022 school year.