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MEDFORD, Ore. – Oregon currently ranks 48th out of 50 when it comes to graduation rates. Local educators are working with lawmakers to change those statistics through a focus on early education. “It’s really about letting people know how important preschool is …

Jackson County, Ore.- A grade school level reading book is causing controversy across the state. The book is a part of next school year’s “Oregon’s Battle of Books” program. The program is meant to inspire kids to read while helping their reading …

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Eagle Point, Ore. —  A local school district may be rebranding. Jackson County School District 9 has proposed changing its name to ‘Eagle Point School District 9.’ The district’s administration currently has a survey online to get the community’s input. “There’s confusion …

Medford, Ore. — Only on NBC5 News, we’re learning new information about concerns of ethics violations by the former executive director of Logos Public Charter School. Officials with the Oregon Government Ethics Commission say a complaint was filed last week against Joseph …

Medford, Ore. — The Medford School District is receiving $3.5-million dollars over the next 2 school years thanks to Measure 98. The voter-approved measure earmarks funding for Career and Technical Education, College and Career Readiness, and Dropout Prevention. On Monday, the district detailed …

Medford, Ore. — Elementary schools across Medford will have a flood of taller, older, students walking the halls this week. On Friday, seniors from each of the 3 high schools will hop on 25 busses for a trip to their respective elementary and …

Rogue River, Ore., — Measure 15-169 was for voters in Rogue River. It asked for a bond for schools to cover energy and safety upgrades, asbestos removal and making buildings ADA compliant. The district tried to pass a similar bond in November. …

Medford, Ore. —  It’s unclear how much state funding local school districts will receive for the upcoming school year. The governor has proposed one number, the legislature is anticipating something lower. That has Medford School District Superintendent Dr. Brian Shumate being conservative in …

Medford, Ore., — Report cards are out for local school districts. They reveal how schools are doing with special education. The reports are based on eight different categories including graduation and dropout rates. Medford School District Director of Special Education, Tania Tong …