(541) 475-6192

COMMUNICATIONs

Joseph Prechtl

Joseph Prechtl

Communications Director

jprechtl@509j.net

(541) 475-6192 Ext. 2225

All media requests are directed through the Communications Department. Please contact our Communications Director at Jprechtl@509j.net or call the number below.

541-475-6192

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Our Communications Plan

Jefferson County School District 509J is committed to providing timely, accurate and clear communication to all stakeholders. We seek to provide resources and materials to ensure families, students, staff, partners, media, citizens, and other members of the community are kept informed about our key priorities, successes, and challenges.

The Communications department works with schools and departments to ensure that everyone is informed and up to date on student’s, staff’s, and faculty’s experience in 509J schools.

We aim to ensure that families, students, staff, and the community know that students flourish here, we care for each other, and we get better every day.

We aim to celebrate the successes that happen every day in our buildings. If you wish to share an idea with us, please reach out at communications@509j.net.

We communicate through multiple channels including social media networks and our direct communication tool, ParentSquare. In order to receive important updates from the district, please ensure your contact information is up to date by checking with your children’s school.

District News

MHS October 2025 Athlete of the Month

We're capping off our Fall sports season with Madras High School’s October Athletes of the Month! These exceptional athletes from cross country, boys and girls soccer, football, volleyball, and cheerleading have shown outstanding dedication and sportsmanship on and...

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...

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