Dear Oregon City Schools Community,

I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible efforts and progress happening across our district. Our students, staff, and families are continuously demonstrating resilience, creativity, and commitment to excellence. It’s truly an exciting time to be a part of the Oregon City Schools community!

Our school district has always prided itself on providing a safe and nurturing environment for every student to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. I am pleased to share that, thanks to your ongoing support, we have made significant strides in several key areas, including:

1. Academic Excellence – Our teachers have worked diligently to implement innovative, evidence-based practices in the classroom. We're focused on ensuring that every child receives the tools, support, and opportunities they need to succeed.

2. Community Engagement – We are making conscious efforts to improve communication and engagement with our community. From parent-teacher meetings to special events, your involvement is vital to our continued success, and we value your feedback.

3. Student Well-being – The mental and emotional health of our students remains a top priority. Our counseling services and programs are designed to give students the resources they need to thrive both in and outside of the classroom.

4. District Infrastructure – We continue to review our facilities to determine what our students need to access modern learning spaces. Our goal is to create environments that foster collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking and personal growth.

As we strive to provide the highest quality education for all of our students, we are increasingly facing challenges related to the adequacy and sustainability of federal, state, and local funding. While we are fortunate to receive funding from various sources, the reality is that these funds often fall short of meeting the growing needs of our schools. Federal and state funding, while essential, have not kept pace with the rising costs of educating students. Additionally, our district's reliance on local funding through property taxes creates disparities that can make it difficult for us to provide opportunities for every student.

As we continue this journey together, I encourage all of you to remain actively involved in our schools and district initiatives. Your voice matters and helps shape the direction of our community. Whether you are volunteering your time or offering suggestions, your support strengthens our mission to provide every student with a high-quality education.

I want to express my deepest gratitude for your partnership. Together, we will continue to create a school community that empowers and inspires our children to achieve their fullest potential.

Thank you for being a part of the Oregon City Schools family.

Dr. Jim Fritz

Superintendent