Newby will pilot new after-school program
A pilot program will provide after-school care and activities to students at Newby Elementary School starting next week through the end of the school year. It will be similar to one at Wascher Elementary ...
Letter to Readers: On the other side of the interview
In March 2024, I wrote a story about a new podcast center at Duniway Middle School. In honor of the late student Ronan Godrey, the Traveling Light Foundation and Cruising McMinnville paid to decorate ...
McMinnville school enrollment still down, but not dropping
McMinnville school enrollment remains about 4.5% below projections for the year, but the decline has leveled off, Finance Director Jason Hall told the school board Monday night. The district closely tracks ...
Dayton will keep regular class schedule, for now
Dayton School Board agreed with Superintendent Amy Fast’s recommendation for the district to continue its regular seven-period day at the high school next year. At their Tuesday night meeting, board ...
School districts face tough choices as they budget for 2026-27
As school districts prepare budgets for the 2026-27 academic year, educators are worrying about how to balance available funding against rising costs. Administrators say they are looking ahead, as well, ...
Mac board to consider travel
McMinnville School Board members will consider student travel and admission of non-resident students at their meeting Monday, April 13. The public session will start at 6:30 p.m. in the school district ...
Drawing attention
Presentation by author of ‘Lizard Boy’ graphic novels delights middle school readers
Longtime educator Mark Hyder dies
Longtime educator and administrator Mark Hyder died of cancer Tuesday, March 24. He was 75. Arrangements are under the direction of Macy & Son. A public rosary and funeral Mass will be held at 10 ...
Stopping by: Business plans
Mac High senior Elsie Best stays active in community while working toward her future
Grizzly robotics team raising money for national event
Chronobreak, the McMinnville High School robotics team that won state, is raising money to attend a national competition. Chronobreak won the Sustain Award — for promoting science, technology, engineering ...
Community leaders showing up for area youth
“Show me how it’s done,” Lafayette Mayor Hilary Malcomson told a Wascher Elementary student preparing to traverse the monkey bars Wednesday morning. “I can see those muscles.” Malcomson ...
Dayton considering class schedule changes
Changing the class schedule could help Dayton schools address the individual needs of students, Superintendent Amy Fast told school board members Tuesday. She, other administrators and the board discussed ...
Photo Gallery: Igniting curiosity
Festival at Evergreen museum encourages families to explore science with hands-on activities
Shortfall expected as enrollment dips further
McMinnville School District’s declining enrollment continues to be a factor concerning district officials as they begin budgeting for the 2026-27 school year and beyond. Along with the nearly 5% ...
Group helps women further their education
Soroptimist International of McMinnville last Tuesday distributed $35,000 in award money to women pursuing education to better their lives and the lives of their families. The “Live Your Dreams” ...
