School districts find it difficult to offer positive news in this economy. But, there is one district and one superintendent quite pleased with the double dose of positive news received last week. Butte Falls Superintendent Dr. Courtney learned that the Jackson County Board of Commissioners offered a letter of support to the school district regarding…
Butte Falls approves Charter School contract
July 18, 2011 by Leave a Comment
The Charter School contract was the primary issue on the July 11 Butte Falls School Board agenda. The district’s attorney had reviewed the contract and created a “redline” version of legislative changes. The biggest change involves special education. As of July 1, 2011, the district in which the charter school is located is responsible for…
Butte Falls cutting days and staff, studies charter
February 14, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Butte Falls financial woes are definitely affecting students and staff. Ten school days and reduction in force were approved by the school board at the Feb. 7 meeting. Days cut include one that occurred Jan. 21. The next date is Friday, Feb. 25, Spring break will be extended to run Monday through Thursday, Mar. 28…
Butte Falls hears proposal to become a charter school
October 25, 2010 by Leave a Comment
The Butte Falls School Board of Directors heard a proposal from Superintendent Dr. Courtney to establish Butte Falls as a charter school. The plan would be to build a program that would be attractive to new students, resulting in an increase in student numbers. Some suggestions included small classes, natural resources, renewable energy and online…
No budget cuts, no cuts in days for Prospect
March 2, 2009 by Leave a Comment
“Prospect will not be closing any days nor will we be laying staff off,” said Superintendent Don Alexander, late last week. He said the district has a deficit of $48,000. They will cover that with their cash carryover and if they are still in need of funds they have some savings and also have the…
Prospect to become a charter school district
December 15, 2008 by Leave a Comment
Prospect School District has submitted the necessary paper work for a K-12 Prospect Charter School. Supt. Don Alexander said there is federal money allocated for 10 new charter schools a year in Oregon, and that each could receive $500,000. The money cannot go for salaries or construction. Alexander said under any circumstances they will be…
