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On Tuesday, February 20, 2024 the Ashland School District Board of Directors announced Dr. Joseph Hattrick as the next Superintendent of Schools for Ashland School District! Dr. Hattrick will begin his term on July 1, 2024. Please visit https://www.ashland.k12.or.us/o/school-board/page/superintendent-search?fbclid=IwAR28Vx3O4kkh8tI0Sk2SDnK93mwM1TKQXVl1ZGT3tbqPnlD5jU8rSXJoCEU for more information and to read the official announcement.

🌟 Celebrating Our School Board Superheroes! 🌟 This month, we're shining a spotlight on the incredible individuals who shape the future of education in our community. Join us in appreciating their dedication and commitment. 🍎 Jill Franko - Position #1: A passionate member of the Budget and Bond Oversight Committees, and a devoted mother, Jill is a beacon of strength and resilience, especially in challenging times. 📘 Dan Ruby - Position #2: Bringing a wealth of knowledge in STEM education and community health, Dan is a visionary leader who values the power of partnership and innovation. 🌱 Eva Skuratowicz, Chair - Position #3: With her deep understanding of our local community and a heart for volunteerism, Eva leads with insight and empathy. 🖊️ Rebecca Dyson - Position #4: A physician and a mother of four, Rebecca's passion for educational excellence and student well-being inspires us all. 🌟 Russell Hatch - Position #5: A small business owner and professional coach, Russell's hands-on involvement and deep community ties exemplify his commitment to our schools. Thank you for your unwavering service and leadership. Here's to building a brighter future together! 🌈 #SchoolBoardAppreciation #EducationLeaders #CommunityHeroes

Greetings, Ashland School District Community! The Board of Directors would like to share a quick progress update in the search for the district’s next Superintendent. The recruitment window for applications ended on December 28th, 2023. In the coming weeks, the Board will review applications and conduct preliminary interviews to determine semi-finalists. These semi-finalists will be invited to interview in-person with the board and the Community Interview Panel later this month. If you haven’t applied for the Community Interview Panel, it’s not too late! This volunteer group of students, staff members, parents, and community members will have the opportunity to interview Superintendent finalists on January 23rd. If you’re interested in learning more or would like to apply, please visit ashland.k12.or.us/supsearch. The deadline to apply is noon on Monday, January 8th. If you have questions, concerns, or input about the Superintendent Search process, the Board wants to know! You can connect with the entire School Board by emailing school.board@ashland.k12.or.us. We hope that you’ll consider playing a role in this critical process for Ashland Public Schools. Thank you!

Don't forget to apply for the Ashland School District Superintendent Search Community Interview Panel! This volunteer panel consisting of students, parents, staff, and community members will assist in vetting and interviewing superintendent finalists. Applications will be accepted through noon on January 8, 2024! Please follow this link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefEXi-T2fLan8yDyHc0k675jEVXrqfqpHIfN_CUgabvyoZAA/viewform

Good evening, Ashland School District community! The Board of Directors is currently in the recruitment phase for our next Superintendent of Schools. As the selection phase of the search approaches, the Board recognizes the critical importance of community involvement in the hiring process. The Board has chosen to convene a Community Stakeholder Interview Panel consisting of students, parents, staff, and community members to assist in vetting and interviewing superintendent candidates in January 2024. The Community Stakeholder Interview Panel will consist of 12 individuals, including representation from the following roles in our school community: 1. OSEA Leader, designated by OSEA President (Classified Employee Association) 2. AEA leader, designated by AEA President (Certified Employee Association) 3. Student – HS 4. Student – HS or 8th Grade 5. Licensed Staff 6. Classified Staff 7. Parent 6-12 8. Parent K-5 9. Community Member 10. Principal/Assistant Principal – to be designated by principal/assistant principal team 11. Cabinet - to be designated by cabinet 12. Central Services Staff The Board will begin accepting applications for the Community Stakeholder Interview Panel on December 11, 2023 on the District website. The application deadline is January 8, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. Participants will be randomly selected through lottery (unless otherwise stated above) and will be notified prior by the end of day on January 11, 2024. For questions about the Community Stakeholder Interview Panel, please contact superintendentsearch@ashland.k12.or.us.

Good evening, Ashland School District community! The Board of Directors is currently in the recruitment phase for our next Superintendent of Schools. As the selection phase of the search approaches, the Board recognizes the critical importance of community involvement in the hiring process. The Board has chosen to convene a Community Stakeholder Interview Panel consisting of students, parents, staff, and community members to assist in vetting and interviewing superintendent candidates in January 2023. The Community Stakeholder Interview Panel will consist of 12 individuals, including representation from the following roles in our school community: 1. OSEA Leader, designated by OSEA President (Certified Employee Association) 2. AEA leader, designated by AEA President (Classified Employee Association) 3. Student – HS 4. Student – HS or 8th Grade 5. Licensed Staff 6. Classified Staff 7. Parent 6-12 8. Parent K-5 9. Community Member 10. Principal/Assistant Principal – to be designated by principal/assistant principal team 11. Cabinet - to be designated by cabinet 12. Central Services Staff The Board will begin accepting applications for the Community Stakeholder Interview Panel on December 11, 2023 on the District website. The application deadline is January 8, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. Participants will be randomly selected through lottery (unless otherwise stated above) and will be notified prior by the end of day on January 11, 2024. For questions about the Community Stakeholder Interview Panel, please contact superintendentsearch@ashland.k12.or.us.

"Let's innovate together! 🌟 Ashland School District seeks your feedback on our school calendar and schedule. We value the diverse needs of our families and invite students, staff, parents, and community members to take a brief 12-question survey. Your insights are crucial for our collaborative and comprehensive review process. Have your say and make a difference! ✏️ Survey closes 11/24/23 - click to participate: https://www.smore.com/jhnx8

Ashland School District Board of Directors has launched a search for Ashland School District’s new Superintendent, who will join our district in July 2024. They are committed to finding the right leader for our unique and dynamic community. To lay the foundation for a meaningful search that reflects the needs and priorities of the Ashland community, the Board is seeking input through a Superintendent Search Survey for students, families, staff members, and community members. To participate in the Superintendent Search Survey click the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SuptAshland For additional information about the Superintendent search process, click the following link: https://www.ashland.k12.or.us/o/school-board/page/superintendent-search

Coffee With The ASD School Board Monthly opportunity for the Ashland School District community to engage with the Ashland School Board at different local coffee shops and cafes. Once you’ve purchased a beverage (or not), 1 or 2 school board members will be seated and available for general conversation about the school district. When: June 15th, 2023 9:00-10:30 AM Where: Sugar And Spice Coffee & Fruit Shop Ashland, 691 Fair Oaks Ave, Ashland, OR 97520, USA

Coffee With The ASD School Board Monthly opportunity for the Ashland School District community to engage with the Ashland School Board at different local coffee shops and cafes. Once you’ve purchased a beverage (or not), 1 or 2 school board members will be seated and available for general conversation about the school district. When: May 18th, 2023 4:00-5:30 PM Where: Pony Espresso, 175 Lithia

Monthly opportunity for the Ashland School District community to engage with the Ashland School Board at different local coffee shops and cafes. Once you’ve purchased a beverage (or not), 1 or 2 school board members will be seated and available for general conversation about the school district. When: April 20th, 2023 9:00-10:30 AM Where: Hither, 376 E Main St

BOARD NEWS  March 13.2023 At its March 13 regular meeting, the Ashland School Board took several actions. It formally approved Superintendent Bogdanove’s recommendation to adopt the enrollment zone boundaries for Walker, Helman, and Bellview elementary schools put forward by the Enrollment Re-Balancing Committee. This is the product of several months work by staff and volunteers. The new boundaries and related information can be found HERE: https://www.ashland.k12.or.us/page/enrollment-balancing-review The Board unanimously approved a draft Integrated Application to the Oregon Department of Education’s Aligning for Student Success initiative. (https://www.ashland.k12.or.us/page/aligning-for-student-success) This combines the budget and priorities for several funding programs including the Student Investment Account, High School Success (Measure 98), Career and Technical Education, and the Early Indicator and Intervention data system.  These funded programs support the goals of the school district’s Pathways to Excellence strategic plan (https://www.ashland.k12.or.us/page/aligned-goals) The Integrated Application (https://www.ashland.k12.or.us/page/aligning-for-student-success) will be submitted to ODE for final review by March 31. The Board also heard a presentation from elementary, middle school and high school teachers about the work they have done reviewing and selecting recommended curricula on mathematics for each level. The two highest ranked programs were presented as the recommendations. These materials will be available for public review and input for the next several weeks before a final recommendation is made for approval by the Board at its May 8 meeting. Once adopted, the curriculum will be introduced in the 2023-2024 school year. 

Get On Board! The Ashland School Board has announced two vacancies to be filled in a special election on May 16, 2023. Positions #2 and #5 will be vacant. The 4-year terms will run July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2027. Learn more: https://www.ashland.k12.or.us/o/school-board/page/candidate-resources

Coffee With The ASD School Board Monthly opportunity for the Ashland School District community to engage with the Ashland School Board at different local coffee shops and cafes. Once you’ve purchased a beverage (or not), 1 or 2 school board members will be seated and available for general conversation about the school district. When: Mar 16, 2023 9:00-10:30 AM Where: Case Coffee, 44 Lithia Way (downtown)

Coffee With The ASD School Board Monthly opportunity for the Ashland School District community to engage with the Ashland School Board at different local coffee shops and cafes. Once you’ve purchased a beverage (or not), 1 or 2 school board members will be seated and available for general conversation about the school district. When: Feb 16, 2023 9:00-10:30 AM Where: Dobra Tea, 75 N Main St.

Coffee With The ASD School Board Monthly opportunity for the Ashland School District community to engage with the Ashland School Board at different local coffee shops and cafes. Once you’ve purchased a beverage (or not), 1 or 2 school board members will be seated and available for general conversation about the school district. When: January 19th 9:00-10:30 AM Where: Remix Coffee Bar, 1602 Ashland St

Coffee With The ASD School Board Monthly opportunity for the Ashland School District community to engage with the Ashland School Board at different local coffee shops and cafes. Once you’ve purchased a beverage (or not), 1 or 2 school board members will be seated and available for general conversation about the school district. When: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15 9:00-10:30 AM Where: Pony Espresso, 175 Lithia Way

ASHLAND SCHOOL BOARD ATTENDS OSBA CONFERENCE IN PORTLAND For the first time in several years, the annual conference of the Oregon School Board Association was held in person in Portland the weekend of November 11-13. All members of the Ashland board attended along with Superintendent Bogdanove. At least two members were seeing the conference live for the first time. This gathering offers many speakers and workshops focused on issues that school boards manage, including: • the importance of student voice in school operations, • increasing support for teachers, • staffing shortages, • legislative changes on the horizon, • funding needs. All Board Members reported finding the experience informative, energizing and inspiring. Board Members are community volunteers and give hours of their time to make positive changes for Ashland students. Our thanks go to our Ashland School Board superheroes. Left to right: Director Sabrina Prud’homme, Board Chair Victor Chang, Vice Chair Rebecca Dyson, Director Eva Skuratowicz, Director Jill Franko

ASHLAND SCHOOL BOARD SEEKS BUDGET COMMITTEE MEMBERS The Ashland School District is seeking two volunteers to serve on its Budget Committee. This committee, comprised of all five school board members and five community members at large, meets 2 or 3 times each spring to review and recommend the annual budget for the next school year. More information about the Budget Committee can be found here: https://www.ashland.k12.or.us/o/school-board/page/budget-committee There are currently two openings for a term ending June 30, 2025. Requirements for the positions are: • must be a registered voter in the Ashland School District; • must have established residency for a minimum of one year; • must not be an officer or employee of the Ashland School District. Interested people are asked to submit a letter of application or apply using this form APPLY HERE: https://forms.office.com/r/g59qq4YiMr The form will forward your application automatically so no further action will be necessary. Applications are due by October 31 or until positions are filled. If applying by letter, please email to Jacqueline.Schad@ashland.k12.or.us or send to: Budget Committee Ashland School District 885 Siskiyou Blvd. Ashland, OR 97520

Ashland School Board invites you to coffee! Join Chair Victor Chang on THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20 at 9:00 am for an open listening session at Rogue Valley Roasting Company, 917 E. Main. School board members will convene monthly at different locations in the community to hear from parents and community members about your concerns, thoughts, or ideas. Find the complete schedule here: https://www.ashland.k12.or.us/o/school-board/page/coffee-with-the-board