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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 Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » NEWS NOW Emergency services, Oct. 16 ... Since You Asked: Park resurfacing delayed during winter ... SOU training gives tips on what to do if there's an active shooter ... Emergency services, Oct. 16 ... Since You Asked: Park resurfacing delayed during winter ... SOU training gives tips on what to do if there's an active shooter ... AT A GLANCE Medford School District budget funds new student success programs Comment By Vickie Aldous Mail Tribune MailTribune.com By Vickie Aldous Mail Tribune Posted May. 18, 2015 at 8:39 PM By Vickie Aldous Mail Tribune Posted May. 18, 2015 at 8:39 PM » Social News The Medford School Board adopted a budget for the coming fiscal year that prioritizes new programs, including an effort to get struggling eighth-graders ready for high school, full-day kindergarten and exposing Latino students to college experiences at Southern Oregon University. The adopted budget for the 2015-2016 fiscal year is nearly $192.8 million, up $4.3 million from the current fiscal year's budget of almost $188.5 million. In a budget message, Medford School District Superintendent Brian Shumate — who took the helm in 2014 — said the district fails to graduate approximately one in three students on time and must do a better job. He said the district will work to help students find connections, meaning and understanding in their daily school lives. Employees will receive a 3 percent increase in pay for the coming fiscal year, in addition to any raises triggered by time and experience on the job. Here are some of the costs of the student success programs planned for the coming fiscal year. Full-day kindergarten $3.95 million Full-day kindergarten at all 14 of the district's elementary schools will allow students to get a full, rigorous academic start to school, district officials said. Costs include new staff, modular buildings, furniture, supplies and curriculum. Medford Prep Program $200,000 to $400,000 The program will help eighth-grade students struggling with academic, attendance and behavior issues gain skills so they can successfully transition to high school. Two to four full-time equivalent teachers will be reassigned to the program, and there may be some minor materials and furniture costs, district officials said. Bulldogs to Raiders Program $19,000 to $24,000 Eighth-grade Latino students at McLoughlin Middle School and their parents will explore educational opportunities at Southern Oregon University in an effort to increase awareness about college. Parents will be offered bilingual services and a chance to improve their English language skills. SOU students will mentor the middle school kids. Funding covers part of one person's pay, supplies and transportation. Extended Day Learning Programs $300,000 Free academic support, meals, transportation, art, music, technology and physical activities will be provided to 60-100 students until 6 p.m. at Howard, Washington and Roosevelt Elementary schools. The programs provide a safe, caring and nurturing environment for students who otherwise may have little exposure to positive after-school activities, district officials said. By Vickie Aldous Mail Tribune MailTribune.com By Vickie Aldous Mail Tribune Posted May. 18, 2015 at 8:39 PM » 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. Southern Oregon Directory Featured Businesses Loading... Business Name address Location, ST | website.com Find Southern Oregon Attractions Bars Restaurants Beauty Salons Entertainment Doctors Medical Specialists Contractors Education Lawn Services Lawyers Shopping Travel Tanning Used Cars Wedding Services ▼ Add your business here + Events 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 Propel Marketing Mail Tribune Daily Tidings The Nickel Shop Our Valley Blogs Mobile Site 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 2015 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