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Introducing Buff Elementary’s New Principal
PRESS RELEASEFor Immediate ReleaseJuly 12, 2024MEDIA CONTACT:Joseph Prechtl, Communications Directorjprechtl@509j.net | 541-475-6192 Ext. 2225Introducing Buff Elementary’s New Principal Jefferson County, Ore. - We are thrilled to announce a new principal of Buff...
Warm Springs K8 Academy’s Inaugural Art and Poetry Showcase: Celebrating Creativity and Expression
It was a night unlike any other at Warm Springs K 8 Academy. For the first time in the school’s 10 year history, staff organized an art and poetry show to showcase their student’s talents. The event came together in a beautiful way as the cafeteria was filled with...
MHS May Athlete of the Month
Introducing Madras High School’s May Athletes of the Month! We are thrilled to wrap up the 23-24 school year with our final round our MHS Athlete's of the Month! These exceptional athletes from baseball, softball, track and field, golf, and tennis have shown...
Two MHS Seniors Earn Ford Family Foundation Scholarship
The Ford Family Foundation recently awarded its prestigious scholarship to two outstanding seniors from Madras High School (MHS). Congratulations to both Kahmussa Green and David Diaz! Both students have demonstrated exceptional resilience, dedication, and leadership,...
Flavors of Mariposa Dual Language: A Multicultural Cookbook Celebration
At Mariposa Dual Language, something truly special unfolded just in time for Mother's Day. Every student, from kinder to first grade, worked on a heartwarming project to celebrate the diverse backgrounds that make up the program. “We have so many students from...
Jefferson County Middle School’s first art show in two decades: A celebration of creativity
On a sunny evening in late April, the Jefferson County Middle School Commons was transformed into an art exhibit. The hum of excitement and anticipation filled the air as community members saw the hard work and creativity on display of more than 150 students and staff...











