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...
JCSD 509J Senior Class Unites: Warm Springs Tribal Member Students Organize Inclusive Round Dance Celebration for Seniors Across the District
In the heart of Warm Springs, Oregon, a remarkable celebration unfolded as graduating seniors from Madras and Bridges High Schools in JCSD 509J came together for a memorable event. Organized by two Warm Springs Tribal Member seniors at Madras High School, Dasan Begay...
MHS April Athlete of the Month
Announcing Madras High School’s April Athletes of the Month! We are thrilled to contiue highlighting our student-athletes in 24 Spring Sports season with Athlete of the Month! These exceptional athletes from baseball, softball, track and field, golf, and tennis have...
Warm Springs K-8 Academy Students Dive into Creativity with LAIKA Animation Workshop
Recently, half of the library at Warm Springs K-8 Academy was turned into a painting and animation studio. LAIKA studios, a stop-motion animation studio that specializes in feature films based in Hillsboro, provided an opportunity for around 60 middle school students...
Revving up opportunities: Warm Springs based automotive program fuels success
A unique partnership between Jefferson County School Disrict 509J, the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, and Central Oregon Community College (COCC) is driving forward new opportunities for high school students. The COCC-509J automotive program isn't just about...
Overview of 509J Spanish Dual Language Program
Benefits Dual Language programs are based on decades of research that show learning academic content through two languages has positive effects on students’ achievement in school. This research also shows that DL programs help reduce achievement gaps and promote...
Madras High’s Taft Rice elected to state FFA office
For the first time in more than a decade, Jefferson County School District 509J and Madras High School will be represented on the Oregon FFA State Officer Team for 24-25. Taft Rice, a senior, was elected as the state sentinel at the annual state convention held in...
MHS March Athlete of the Month
(Track & Field Photos Courtesy of the Madras Pioneer)Announcing Madras High School’s March Athletes of the Month! We are thrilled to kick off 23-24 Spring Sports season with Athlete of the Month! These exceptional athletes from baseball, softball, track and field,...
Inside Buff Elementary’s Lunchtime Sports Showdown
In mid-March, the Buff Elementary gymnasium became the site of a championship showdown between the Lakers and the Penguins. These two teams were competing against each other for a shot at Buff’s Basketball Lunch Time Sports championship trophy. You could feel the...
Six Educator’s Reflections on their first year in JCSD 509J
Starting a new job anywhere can be both exhilarating and challenging, especially when stepping into education. We checked in with some of our new to district teachers to allow them to reflect on their experiences so far in our district. Each brings their unique blend...