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Free Adult Beginner Spanish Class – Register Today!
509J Family University is offering Free Spanish Classes for adults beginning Wednesday, November 5. Whether you're learning for the first time, or looking to strengthen your skills, or hoping to build confidence in everyday conversation, this is the class for you! ...
Hearts of 509J – Staff Spotlight Series
We're launching a revamped monthly recognition program designed to celebrate the outstanding work of our staff. This is a chance for us to acknowledge the dedication and hard work that makes our district a truly special place to work. Each month, we'll honor two staff...
September 2025 Athlete of the Month
Introducing Madras High School’s September Athletes of the Month! We are thrilled to kick off the 25-26 school year by celebrating our September MHS Athlete's of the Month! These exceptional athletes from cross country, boys and girls soccer, football, volleyball, and...
MHS Honors two Distinguished Alumni for 2025 Class
Each year during Homecoming, we take time to honor and celebrate Madras High graduates who have gone on to achieve great things and make a difference in their communities and beyond. Through our Distinguished Alumni program, we recognize individuals whose...
JCSD 509J libraries look to build on a strong 2024/25 school year
Buff School Librarian, Andrea Hardgrave, works on checking out books to a fifth grade class.Last school year, our libraries saw more students expressing interest in checking out books. 32,430 books were checked out. That is the most checkouts we’ve seen in a single...
JCMS Social Studies Teacher, Maria Crowley, Named Jefferson County Regional Teacher of the Year
PRESS RELEASEFor Immediate ReleaseSeptember 19, 2025MEDIA CONTACT:Joseph Prechtl, Communications Directorjprechtl@509j.net | 541-475-6192 Ext. 2225Maria Crowley Named Jefferson County Regional Teacher of the YearCandidate for 2025-26 Oregon Teacher of the Year...











