Medford School District 549C

Key discussions during the work session included an update on the North Medford High School gymnasium rebuild, confirming that demolition is ongoing and the insurance company approved the final reconstruction plan. Progress on field house equipment upgrades, funded by the Black Tornado Booster Club, was also noted. A financial stewardship update was provided regarding the state funding forecast and the Fiscal Stability Study Group's initial meetings on fiscal outlook, state funding, and enrollment trends. Furthermore, there was a mid-year K-8 assessment update on i-Ready data for reading and mathematics, reviewing districtwide trends, student growth targets, and instructional planning implications. Finally, the Board discussed the Southern Oregon Education Service District (SOESD) Local Service Plan, which is scheduled for formal approval at a subsequent meeting.

This document presents a student enrollment forecast for the Medford School District from 2026 to 2045. Prepared by JOHNSON ECONOMICS, the forecast informs the District's facility planning by projecting enrollment across elementary, middle, and high school levels, by grade level and individual school. The methodology incorporates historical enrollment data, demographic estimates, geocoded housing and land data, population and housing trends, birth rates, kindergarten capture rates, and grade progression ratios. It concludes with an analysis of projected enrollment against school capacity.

This document outlines the Medford School District's high school mathematics sequence, detailing course progression, associated skills and concepts, and potential post-secondary pathways. It also provides comprehensive information on college freshman mathematics requirements and recommendations from various higher education institutions.

The meeting covered announcements regarding the selection of Interim Superintendent Jeanne Grazioli for the permanent superintendent position and the initiation of contract negotiations. Public hearings were held for the contract renewal of Logos Public Charter School and The Valley School of Southern Oregon, and for the exemption from competitive bidding requirements for the Oakdale Middle School and Wilson Elementary School Trusses Project. Discussion items included an update on the district's 2025 graduation rate increase, a report on financial stewardship noting concerns about future Title funding and plans to generate savings by vacating the Biddle building, and an OSEA report detailing challenges in special education requiring policy and budget solutions. Additionally, the Board discussed the implementation timeline for the Education Accountability Act (Senate Bill 141) and the annual process for interdistrict transfers, scheduling a meeting to review policies limiting outgoing transfers. Action items included the approval of contract renewals for both charter schools, approval of Resolution #2026-1 to utilize the Design/Build procurement method for the truss projects, and approval of the Southern Oregon Education Service District 2026-27 Local Service Plan. The Consent Agenda, covering staff assignments and interdistrict transfers, was also approved.

This document outlines the Medford School District's strategic direction, aiming for all students to graduate with the skills, knowledge, curiosity, and drive necessary for future success in career or higher education. It identifies key performance indicators for student achievement in reading and math, engagement, graduation rates, and attendance. The strategic priorities for 2025-26 include curriculum optimization, building strong district relationships, enhancing student career readiness, ensuring safety and security, fostering inclusive school communities, and practicing financial stewardship.