McNary’s Marlina Martinez avenges earlier loss, wins state title months after family tragedy
The Celt wrestling champ dedicated her state win to her brother, who was paralyzed in a car wreck in December.
Category SCHOOLS
Impact of budget cuts on Keizer schools uncertain
The Salem-Keizer School District is planning budget cuts that would cause schools to lose 120 positions but it remains unclear how deep reductions would be in Keizer schools. The plan aims to cut $23 million in expected spending next year, driven by declining student enrollment.…
What to know about schools from the State of the District event
During Tuesday's event, superintendent Andrea Castañeda said the district is making progress toward goals.
Weapons detection systems installed in Whiteaker, soon Claggett Creek
Whiteaker Middle School began using weapons detectors this week. Claggett Creek is planned to receive them in March.
Keizer middle schools see uptick in enrollment, others decline
Student enrollment generally continues to decline in local schools.
McNary graduate sues school district for $900,000, claiming assault by student
The lawsuit, filed in Marion County Circuit Court on Feb. 3, seeks $500,000 in noneconomic damages, $350,000 for future lost earnings and $39,889 for medical expenses.
‘State of the District’ event about schools open to the public
Next week, a Salem-Keizer State of the District event will give community members an overview of the district's programs and progress towards goals.
McNary to host family resource night on Friday
McNary families will be able to access a variety of resources at an upcoming health-themed resource night.
SPECIAL REPORT: Reading a deepening challenge at Keizer Elementary
Keizer Elementary School students posted the largest decrease in state reading exam scores last year out of Keizer's six elementary schools.