Category Education

Everyone on the bus! Grant powers CG school

COTTAGE GROVE – A nonprofit in Cottage Grove recently received federal money for the purchase of a school bus to serve youth with significant disabilities throughout Lane County. Circle of Friends is a K-8 school that serves children with special needs, focusing on opportunity-centered, community-driven…

Mergert chosen as SPS assistant superintendent

Springfield Public Schools (SPS) has selected Dr. Brian Megert as the District’s next Assistant Superintendent of Instruction, pending approval of his contract by the Springfield School Board at its June 22 Special Meeting.  Dr. Megert brings more than 25 years of experience in public education,…

SPS budget cuts key programs, staffing

SPRINGFIELD – Springfield Public Schools Board of Education adopted a budget last Monday that includes reductions to the district’s Dual Immersion Program and over 30 job cuts in addition to the district’s mid-year layoffs. Like many other districts across Oregon, SPS continues to face financial…

Thousands take home books for summer

United Way of Lane County recently hosted BookFest at elementary schools, where over 7,500 books were distributed to K-2 students at 14 schools across eight school districts. This annual event offers students at select locations the opportunity to choose and take home five new, free,…

Stover chosen for SPS interim ‘super’

The Springfield Public Schools Board of Directors on June 12 announced it has selected Dr. Shawn Stover to serve as interim superintendent for the 2026-27 school year, pending approval of his contract at the board’s June 22 meeting. Stover will begin July 1. Stover brings…

Grad ceremonies: Bittersweet finales for seniors

SPRINGFIELD – In a time-honored tradition, high school seniors took some of their last steps as students across campus on Friday. Rylie Lynnes stood in line to walk the stage at Thurston with her best friend, Karlie Yaroma. The two of them spent their high…

SPS budget proposal reflects cuts to deal with $7.9M deficit

SPRINGFIELD – This Thursday, Springfield Public Schools will present its proposed 2026–27 operating budget to the Budget Committee. The District is working to address a $7.9 million budget deficit for the upcoming school year, and the proposed budget reflects months of analysis, planning, and community…