Document text
0 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation | Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? e-edition | subscribe | newsletter | deals Home News Latest Stories 10 things to know for Friday Medford approves recreational pot tax 10 things to know for Thursday RVTD says its future is riding on the election Emergency services Crime, Courts and Emergency Services Emergency services Talent man and Texas fugitive arrested on drug charges in Lane County Officials warn of frauds touting fake Ebola cures Emergency services Hitchhiker arrested after allegedly trying to stab Central Point man who gave her a ride Politics and Elections RVTD says its future is riding on the election Stricker steps down from Talent council Commissioner's race: Talbert wants to diversify economy Commissioner's race: Roberts seeks accountability in government Ward 4 Q&A: George Schroeder Education SOU students protest university's free-speech zone Boys & Girls Clubs bursting at the seams Phoenix High School restores homecoming parade EP school district launches new app Striving to make the grade Environment Fear of orphaned cubs nixes new spring bear hunt Josephine County ballot measure would ban commercial and government pesticide use Low water exposes Emigrant Lake's past Wagner Creek work would restore streambank Deer-killing disease won't taint meat for hunters State news Nation - World Obituaries James Waldo Littlefield Francis Bagley Cecile (DeLozier) Death Notices Marc Lee Sprang Weather Photo Galleries Since You Asked Videos Web Cams Mail Tribune 100 Sports Latest Stories No. 20 Utah sinks Beavers in two OTs Challengers rally to claim Southern Cascade crown Senior Erin Riley has been key to South Medford's success Pirates tops in Skyline with win Ishikawa's homer sends Giants to World Series Varsity 541 College Sports No. 20 Utah sinks Beavers in two OTs Third-ranked Concordia fights off SOU, 3-1 Part II: This time, No. 4 SOU visits No. 3 Carroll Gutches invited to wrestle in All-Star Classic Young Ducks impress early Pro Sports Ishikawa's homer sends Giants to World Series Patriots survive scare from Jets, 27-25 In NBA, 3's are most definitely wild Cink, Laird share lead in Las Vegas Royals’ Guthrie apologizes for post-game T-shirt Community Sports LOCAL EVENTS LOCAL RESULTS Business Latest Stories Hundreds look for work at Harry & David hiring fair Frontier Airlines to end Eugene-Denver service Umpqua Holdings more than doubles net earnings Business Resource Fair has answers Erickson's Navy contract extended Real Estate News Lithia buys Clovis dealership Rental vacancies increase Jackson County real estate sales, prices continue rebound Pallet Wine Co. expands in downtown Medford Medford's Pixel Productions moves to new quarters People In Business Transportation Frontier Airlines to end Eugene-Denver service Business Resource Fair has answers Erickson's Navy contract extended Lithia buys Clovis dealership Agriculture Hundreds look for work at Harry & David hiring fair Umpqua Holdings more than doubles net earnings Harry & David will hold hiring fair Thursday Ranchers offer livestock exchange 1-800-Flowers CEO: Labor shortage an issue for Harry & David Opinion Latest Letters to the Editor, Oct. 17 Our view: With respect, our support goes to Bates Isolation won't work for U.S. or the world Matthew T. Mangino: Asset forfeitures bolster local crime fighting efforts Granlund cartoon: Crist vs Scott fan debate Editorials Our view: With respect, our support goes to Bates Our View: Bearnson, Stine, Lane for Medford council Our View: No clear favorite for county commissioner, position 1 Our View: It's time to legalize marijuana Another View: Congress must act on firefighting budget Letters to the Editor Letters to the Editor, Oct. 17 Letters to the Editor, Oct. 16 Letters to the Editor, Oct. 15 Election Letters, Oct. 14 Election Letters, Oct. 13 Guest Opinions Infill is the answer to growth issues Guest Opinion: Who’s really to blame for 2014 wildfires? Mt. Ashland is responding to community concerns Siskiyou Plus Spring Bear Hunt: What lies beneath? Guest Opinion: Who's to blame for 2014 wildfires? Lifestyle Latest stories Community blog: Southern Oregon Micro and Nano Brewing Scene Fall 2014 Dr. Jeff Hersh: The enterovirus is not new Dr. Murray Feingold: The first successful uterus transplant Religion Briefs Looking Up: As the worlds turn Food Community blog: Southern Oregon Micro and Nano Brewing Scene Fall 2014 Community blog: Eggs make for economical, unconventional curry Mobile meals perfect for autumn forays Community blog: Green beans go global from gleaning garden Kitchen Call: Pumpkin is nothing without the spice Home and Garden Dear Monty: Is your real estate agent a secret agent? The best way to store your books A list to help you get ready for winter How to create a fashionable painted floor cloth Dear Monty: 7 prepping tips for home showings Health Dr. Jeff Hersh: The enterovirus is not new Dr. Murray Feingold: The first successful uterus transplant Health Watch: Skip the energy drink and reenergize naturally Officials warn of frauds touting fake Ebola cures Community blog: Will Altruism Be The Next Healthcare Breakthrough? Hiking Biking Faith Religion Briefs Religion Briefs Religion Briefs Religion briefs First Church of Nazarene plans cleanup Milestones and Achievements Southern Oregon Pride parade celebrates gay marriage ruling New Arrivals Still stifling laughter 40 years after 'Young Frankenstein' New Arrivals Columnist for a Day Rogue Healthy Aging Tempo Latest stories Yu's Yummy Yan's offers great take-out A cappella fellas sing for schools Tutunov Piano Series begins at SOU Theater's haunted house not for faint of heart Third Fridays in downtown Medford Theater Camelot presents 'The Lion in Winter' 'Carnage' is short, smart, darkly funny Randall Theatre presents 'Blithe Spirit' A tribute to a great lyricist 'Mrs. Mannerly' is a matter of manners Music A cappella fellas sing for schools The Farr Side: Bryan Adams releases album of influential hits Tutunov Piano Series begins at SOU Benefit for Nita Day at The Wild Goose Cafe in Ashland Call for musicians Community Events Theater's haunted house not for faint of heart Third Fridays in downtown Medford Works in progress Southern Oregon Pride Festival celebrates diversity Greater Medford Multicultural Fair Dining Yu's Yummy Yan's offers great take-out Agave offers tasty tacos Asian cuisine for all seasons at Misoya Bistro Spoons 'Get Giddy' at Porters Tempo Videos Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » Obituaries Blogs TV Listings Movie Listings Oregon Outdoors Oregon Healthy Living Magazines & Special Sections NEWS NOW Elk season starts damp but not snowy ... Free forage seed available ... Medford approves recreational pot tax ... Elk season starts damp but not snowy ... Free forage seed available ... Medford approves recreational pot tax ... Central Point students may shift schools Jewett Elementary School may lose about 50 of its students to Central Point Elementary if the School Board approves boundary changes proposed to balance enrollment, officials say. By Teresa Thomas MailTribune.com By Teresa Thomas Posted Jun. 7, 2014 @ 2:00 am By Teresa Thomas Posted Jun. 7, 2014 @ 2:00 am » Social News Jewett Elementary School may lose about 50 of its students to Central Point Elementary if the School Board approves boundary changes proposed to balance enrollment, officials say. "What we are attempting to do is balance the enrollment at our in-town schools," said Superintendent Samantha Steele. "And the reason for balance is to ensure every student has full access to our programs and facilities," she added. Central Point is growing in areas around Jewett and Mae Richardson elementary schools, increasing enrollment at those schools while enrollment at Central Point Elementary has declined slightly over the years, Steele said. In April, 454 students were enrolled at Central Point Elementary and 546 at Jewett. This fall, enrollment at Jewett is predicted to increase by about 30 students while enrollment at Central Point Elementary is expected to grow by only three students. "Right now, Jewett is at capacity," Steele said. "If we were to add another teacher there, we would have to look at repurposing space, but CPE can handle more students." The district is considering expanding Central Point Elementary's boundary to include the area between Pine Street and Crater High School, as well as an area south of Scenic, taking in Aurora Lane, Victoria Way, Princess Way, Windsor Way, Kings Way, Crown Avenue and Comet Way. Families of about 70 students live in the affected attendance area, said Jewett Principal Tom Rambo. Current Jewett students who will be entering the fourth or fifth grade this fall could choose to remain there, but all other students will be asked to switch schools. Some in-district transfers may be permitted, but those will be determined on a case-by-case basis, Steele said. Rambo called and wrote letters to families affected by the boundary change, and the district hosted an informational meeting Thursday evening at Central Point Elementary so parents could ask questions, meet the school's staff and tour the school, which after being rebuilt is nearly 50 years newer than Jewett. "When I called parents, I start by saying, 'I don't want any of our kiddos to change schools, but the position we're in is if we start the next school year with the projected numbers, we would have to add another teacher, and we don't have space for another teacher without putting them in a library or on the stage or converting another area into a classroom.' " Rambo said most of the parents he has talked with have been "pretty understanding." The School Board heard the proposal at the May 27 meeting and will vote on it at its June 10 meeting. Reach education reporter Teresa Thomas at 541-776-4497 or [email protected]. Follow her at www.twitter.com/teresathomas_mt. By Teresa Thomas MailTribune.com By Teresa Thomas Posted Jun. 7, 2014 @ 2:00 am » Comment or view comments Reader Reaction » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. calendar Connect with MailTribune.com Facebook Twitter RSS Back to top Reader Services Reader Services Home Subscriptions Subscriber controls Contact us Submissions Photos Events Letters to the editor Corrections Announcements Obituaries Story ideas Since you asked Alerts Email Alerts RSS Feeds Text Alerts Advertise Media Kit Home Products and services Ad rates Advertising contacts Mail Tribune Daily Tidings The Nickel Shop Our Valley Blogs Stay Informed Email newsletter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Your privacy is important, read our privacy policy. © Copyright 2014 Local Media Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Local Media Group Publications Original content available for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons license, except where noted. MailTribune.com | P.O. Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501