Roseburg School District will distribute free meals to children and youth throughout summer break via the LunchBox Express and at several school cafeteria sites.

Meals will be offered June 23 through Aug. 15 and are available to all children 1 to 18 years old. All children are welcome and do not need to be students or residents within the school district. 

Children must be present to participate (one breakfast, one lunch per child, per day).

“Our goal is to serve as many children as possible over summer break,” said Juli Baker, the district’s Nutrition Services coordinator. “This program is not only available to our students but to any child who could benefit from a nutritious meal.”

Lunchbox Express Schedule
Mondays through Fridays, June 23 to Aug. 15 (except July 4). Breakfast and lunch will be a combined grab-n-go meal and do not need to be consumed on site.

• Faith Lutheran Church (820 West Kenwood St.): 10:45 to 11 a.m.
• Green Elementary School (4498 SW Carnes Road): 11:15 to 11:30 a.m.
• Thompson Park (1448 SE Thompson St.): 11:45 a.m. to noon
• Eastwood Park (2823 SE Douglas Ave.): 12:15 to 12:30 p.m.
• Safeway (1539 NE Stephens St.): 12:40 to 12:55 p.m.
• Creekside Family Church (731 Newton Creek Road): 1 to 1:15 p.m.
• Saddle Butte Mobile Manor (222 Saddle Butte Lane): 1:30 to 1:45 p.m.
   

School Cafeteria Sites & Schedules
Mondays through Thursdays, July 1-30 (except for July 4)

Elementary school sites (Sunnyslope, Hucrest, Fir Grove and Winchester): 

• Breakfast: 8 to 8:15 a.m., must be consumed on site
• Lunch: 11:30 to 11:45 a.m., must be consumed on site
   

Joseph Lane Middle School and Roseburg High School: 
 

• Breakfast: 8 to 8:15 a.m., Grab-n-Go meal does not need to be consumed on site
• Lunch: 11:30 to 11:45 a.m, Grab-n-Go meal does not need to be consumed on site

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. For more information, call (541) 677-4221.

Roseburg Public Schools Board Meeting

In Person:

Hucrest Elementary School

Cafeteria

1810 NW Kline St

Roseburg, OR  97471

Topic: Board Meeting

Time: June 4, 2025 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)


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Roseburg Public Schools Board Work Session 

In Person:

Roseburg Public Schools Central Office

Boardroom

1419 NW Valley View Dr

Roseburg, OR  97471

Topic: Board Work Session

Time: May 28, 2025 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)


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Golden Apple awards on stage at RHS
Roseburg School District celebrated its exceptional educators at the annual Golden Apple Awards ceremony Monday at Roseburg High School. One outstanding educator from each school in the district was recognized for their dedication and lasting impact on students.

The event brought together staff, school board members, family members and community partners to honor educators who go above and beyond in their service to students.

“These teachers are champions of our mission to ensure every student receives the care, support and instruction needed to graduate with plans for a successful future,” said Roseburg Superintendent Jared Cordon. “They are changing lives and shaping the future of our community.”

The 2025 Golden Apple Award recipients are:
 

• Eastwood Elementary: Kristi DeFea
• Fir Grove Elementary: Wesley “Wes” Rea
• Fullerton IV Elementary: JennyLynn Harris
• Green Elementary: Christine Ausdemore
• Hucrest Elementary: Hugh Heinrichsen
• Melrose Elementary: Joanie McLain
• Sunnyslope Elementary: Rebecca King
• Winchester Elementary: Mandy Young
• Roseburg Virtual School: Tatum Stedman
• Fremont Middle School: David Dunn
• Joseph Lane Middle School: Andrea Phippen
• Roseburg High School: Marie Felgentrager
   

Guest speakers Ryne Wilson, an RHS senior, School Board Chair Andrea Miner and School Board member Steve Hammerson expressed their gratitude to the honored educators and to all school employees serving students. 

This year’s Golden Apple Awards were generously sponsored by School Board member Andrew Shirtcliff of Shirtcliff Oil Co.

More than two dozen Roseburg High School students are being recognized this week for completing the training and coursework required to earn professional certifications in healthcare and emergency services — credentials that will help launch their future careers.

Through expanding career pathway programs offered through Roseburg High School and Umpqua Community College, students have completed the instructional components needed to pursue certification as Level I Certified Nursing Assistants, Phlebotomists and Emergency Medical Technicians. Additionally, students in the RHS Fire Science program were recognized for completing coursework along the UCC associate of applied science degree pathway.    

These dual credit programs allow students to earn college credit and industry credentials while still in high school, preparing them to enter the workforce or continue their education at UCC after graduation.

Family members, educators, industry professionals and community supporters gathered at RHS on Tuesday to celebrate these students’ accomplishments and the momentum behind career-connected learning. This year’s event also marked two milestones: the fifth year of the CNA program and the inaugural year of three new career pathways: Emergency Medical Services, Fire Science and Phlebotomy.

“This is what it looks like when education and industry work hand-in-hand to create opportunities for students,” said Roseburg Schools Superintendent Jared Cordon. “Our students are graduating with purpose, ready to serve their community or continue on a path to lifelong learning.”

Program Highlights:
 

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA I): This program honored 10 students who have completed their training. These students are now eligible to take their state certification exams and, upon passing, may begin working in the healthcare field or continue into CNA II or nursing programs.

• CNA I students: Asher Brewster, Bridget Brooksby, Saria Clegg, Annan Kolberg, Syara Oren, Terah Sternberg, Vikki Vanderwerff, Amelia VanDyke, Dessirae Williams and Katelyn Wylie.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT): The EMT pathway celebrated five students who completed coursework to prepare for their EMT certification exams. These students are now positioned to pursue careers in emergency medical services.

• EMT students: Logan Christian, Madison Hoschouer, Aries Lee, Felila Thompson and Destiny Williams.  

Phlebotomy Certificate: The phlebotomy program recognized 10 students for completing their training. These students are eligible to take certification exams and begin work in clinical and laboratory settings.

• Phlebotomy students: Apollonia Heap, Abigail Hinerman, Aiden Nutter, Emilla Romero, Josh Lander, Kennedi Smith, Karissa Frahm, Lily Bland, Lexi Evans and Simran Kaur.

Fire Science Pathway: Five students were celebrated as the first participants in the Fire Science pathway, completing foundational coursework in fire safety and emergency response. By continuing along the Fire Science pathway at UCC, these students can earn their Associate of Applied Science. 

• Fire Science students: Kamren Faulkner, Madison Hoschouer, Flavie Spies, Felila Thompson and Gavin Whitehead. 

New Scholarship Supports Student Innovators

In addition to celebrating these students, Umpqua Health Alliance (UHA) presented its first-ever UHA Healthcare Pathway Innovator Scholarship. The $2,000 scholarship was created to recognize students who have taken the lead in developing and expanding healthcare career pathways at Roseburg High School. 

The award was presented to Nilisha Patel, who reinstated the HOSA club at RHS and who was among eight students to apply. The other applicants included Asher Brewster, Katelyn Wylie, Apollonia Heap, Annan Kolberg, Joshua Lander, James Allen and Shaylee Swartzendruber. In a surprise announcement, Kat Cooper, UHA Community Engagement Coordinator, and Vanessa Moser, UHA Community Engagement Manager, awarded an additional $1,000 scholarship to each of the candidates. 

Moser said the scholarship was launched after UHA learned about the outstanding work students are doing through the RHS Healthcare Careers Program and to encourage other students to expand initiatives that increase involvement in these programs.

“The pilot was a great success, with eight students applying for the $2,000 UHA Healthcare Pathway Innovator Scholarship during a very short submission window,” Moser said. “Based on this strong engagement, UHA plans to expand the scholarship opportunity to all 13 school districts next year.” 

To learn more about UHA, visit: umpquahealth

To learn more about career pathways offered through Roseburg Schools and UCC, visit: Career Pathways

The Roseburg Public Schools Board of Directors on Wednesday voted not to renew its sponsorship of Phoenix Charter School, citing concerns over noncompliance with contractual obligations, and state and federal laws. 

The unanimous decision follows the completion of the legally required charter renewal process under ORS 338.065, which included a renewal hearing on April 9. As part of the process, Roseburg Public Schools secured a consultant from the Oregon School Boards Association to review the charter school’s academic, financial and organizational performance.  

Following the review, OSBA Director of Board Development Kristen Miles recommended the Board deny the school’s request to renew charter sponsorship. In addition to legal compliance issues, the review found that the school has continually fallen far below standards in several academic areas, as well as attendance rates and graduation rates. The report can be viewed here. 

Roseburg Public Schools last renewed its charter agreement with Phoenix five years ago, with the current contract set to expire June 30. Per the sponsorship agreement with Phoenix, school leaders have been providing updates to the Roseburg School Board three times per year to review progress with attendance, academic achievement and students on track to graduate. 

While the district sponsor’s Phoenix, charter schools in Oregon are considered independent, nonprofit organizations that have autonomy over their mission, strategic planning, budget, hiring, and the development and implementation of educational programs.

As the charter school’s sponsor, Roseburg Public Schools is responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, and that the school is financially viable, maintains successful academic programs and is responsibly managed. 

The school district and Board of Directors do not have jurisdiction over whether the school remains open, whether the school continues operations under sponsorship from another district, or whether the school continues to function as a private organization.

Congratulations to Jim Eagan, fourth and fifth-grade teacher at Roseburg Virtual School; Johnna Vanek an instructional assistant at Roseburg Ed Center; Angie Hall cafeteria lead at Fremont Middle School, and Karalyn Soffer band teacher also at Fremont Middle School. These employees were presented with Crystal Apple Awards at the May 14 School Board meeting.

Here's what their school leaders had to say:

RVS is grateful for Jim’s hard work, consistent candor, and ability to somehow always beat the sun to school. While the rest of us hit snooze, Jim is already halfway through his to-do list with coffee in hand and purpose in that “East Coast” stride. In person or online, Jim’s passion for student learning and growth will resonate with his students for a lifetime. He is a staunch advocate for students and continues to hold high expectations for himself and for the students who are lucky enough to be one of “Mr. Eagan’s kids.” Thank you for your sacrifice and service, Sir. Go Sox!



Johnna consistently enters the Ed Center with an eagerness to take on any task in support of student growth. Her calm, approachable demeanor helps students feel at ease, and she makes genuine efforts to connect with students who struggle to trust and build relationships with adults. She is generous with her personal resources and shows empathy toward students. Johnna collaborates well with staff and contributes positively to the team environment. She actively seeks to improve her skills to better support the team. Her strong work ethic, adaptability and supportive nature make her a dependable and valued team member of the Ed Center and comprehensive system of care within Roseburg Public Schools.



Fremont is incredibly fortunate to have someone as dedicated and caring as Angie, whose tireless efforts make a daily impact on the school community. Her work goes far beyond preparing and serving meals — she brings warmth, kindness, and a personal touch that makes every student feel seen and valued. She starts her day early, ensuring everything is ready and welcoming, and is a true pillar of the school. Whether she’s encouraging a shy student, remembering hundreds of student names and numbers, or simply chatting, smiling, and joking with kids, her presence is a source of comfort and joy. Her hard work behind the scenes often goes unnoticed, but it never goes unappreciated. She embodies the spirit of the school with her generosity, compassion, and unwavering commitment.



Karalyn is a skilled and experienced musician and teacher who works herself to the bone to give her students a high-quality, well-rounded band experience. Her bands consistently win awards at competitions, score in the top percentile at festivals, and enter high school well prepared for a rigorous experience. Her insistence on good citizenship and academic excellence in addition to high musical standards mean the label "band kid" is an elite marker of success and achievement. Her students work hard for her. There isn’t a time that you would pop into the band room and not see a smile on Karalyn’s face. Her love for music, and for teaching her students is genuine and contagious. She has fun with her students and they have even more fun learning from her. Her  presence at Fremont ensures a world-class musical education for students.

Meet our May Exceptional Student Award winners! Congratulations, Lindsay Babb, sixth-grader at Roseburg Virtual School; Zenya Hechtman, fifth-grade also at Roseburg Virtual School; Antonella Martinez-Bryson, a senior at Roseburg High School; Mylie Ray, a sophomore also at Roseburg High School; and Aubrey Gingery, an eighth-grader at Fremont Middle School. Each month, students are chosen by their schools to receive the honor. Students may be recognized for a variety of achievements and successes such as academics, community-mindedness, character, positive influence, and extracurriculars.

Here's what their teachers had to say:

Lindsay demonstrates many qualities that contribute to her being one of the most exceptional and outstanding students at Roseburg Virtual School. Her constant dedication to achieving academic excellence is blatantly evident in EVERY piece of work she submits. She will work at something until she achieves perfection. This is not an expectation put on her by anyone else, but by her own desire for excellence. She exemplifies leadership qualities in and outside the classroom in many ways. Her compassionate nature to other students sets her apart from her peers. She is so deserving of this award.



Zenya consistently and quietly distinguishes herself at the top of the class. She is the kind of student who doesn’t need to be reminded to add thoughtful detail to her writing or to double-check her math work — she simply does these things on her own. Zenya is an exceptional student for so many reasons, but what truly sets her apart is her constant desire to learn and do more. Another quality that makes Zenya outstanding is her willingness to help her classmates — not for recognition or rewards, but simply because she enjoys supporting her friends and seeing them succeed.



Ella is a humble, hardworking student who consistently shows dedication to her studies. Always respectful, engaged, involved, and positive, she is a joy to have in class. Despite facing challenges, Ella never gives up — she pushes herself and continues to grow. She is focused, always on task, and dependable, consistently submitting high-quality work on time. Her kindness and willingness to help others make her a valued peer. As she graduates this year, Ella has proven herself to be determined, intelligent, and capable of great success. She is a wonderful student to teach and truly an amazing young person.



Aubrey is a one-of-a-kind student. Not only is she one of Fremont’s strongest examples of integrity in the Leadership class, but she also does competitive dance outside of school. Many have seen her shine as a stellar athlete in other programs including volleyball and basketball. In the classroom, she is kind and hardworking. She will participate when others are quiet, help classmates when others are struggling, and ask questions to advocate for herself when she needs to. She is the first person to be done with an assignment, but also the first person to ask the teacher to give her feedback for improvement. She is humble, engaged and exudes empathy for others. Aubrey is exactly the kind of leader, student and athlete every teacher is proud to teach and to know

Roseburg Public Schools Board Meeting

In Person:

Fremont Middle School

Library

850 W Keady Court

Roseburg, OR  97471

Topic: Board Meeting

Time: May 14, 2025 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)


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As part of state requirements for curriculum adoption, Roseburg School District is planning to adopt new English Language Arts and Health materials for the 2025-26 school year. The ELA materials are for grades K-5. The Health materials are for grades 6-12.

The district will host a review period of materials under consideration for families and community members interested in learning more. The publishers up for consideration include: 

English Language Arts

• Elementary School: Amplify’s Core Knowledge Language Arts & Literacy Curriculum and McGraw Hill’s Wonders 

Health

• Middle School: Human Kinetics’ Live Well Middle School Health and The Goodheart-Wilcox Company Inc.’s Comprehensive Health Skills for Middle School
• High School: Human Kinetics’ Live Well Comprehensive High School Health

Materials will be available for review from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 5-9 and from 4 to 6:30 p.m. May 8 at the Central Office, 1419 NW Valley View Drive, Roseburg. If you are unable to attend during these time periods, please call 541-440-4005 to set up an alternate time.