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With the launch of hybrid in middle and high schools, changes are also coming to the district’s meals program. Beginning Monday, April 19, CDL students may now pick up daily meal packs Monday through Friday at any elementary, middle school or the high school. Below is a list of times each site will be open…

A community resource fair highlighting developmental disabilities services from partner agencies will be held on Wednesday, April 21 from 3 – 6 p.m. via Zoom (scan code below for Zoom link). Free and open to any adult or student of any age, the event includes: DD Eligibility & Case Management (from 3 – 3:20 p.m.)…

McMinnville High School (MHS) has been designated a “School of Excellence” by the ACT Center for Equity in Learning for its efforts in a national campaign to increase the number of first-generation college students and students from low-income families pursuing a college degree or other higher education credential. MHS was nominated for the honor by…

McMinnville School District is offering hybrid and comprehensive distance learning opportunities for middle and high school students beginning in Quarter 4 (April 19, 2021).  Below is a link to a sign-up form for you to indicate whether your student(s) will return to in-person learning in a hybrid model or remain in Comprehensive Distance Learning (CDL)….

The McMinnville School Board has selected Debbie I. Brockett to serve as the next superintendent of the district, beginning July 1. Brockett replaces Dr. Maryalice Russell who will retire this June. Brockett comes from Clark County School District in Las Vegas. She is currently a Region Superintendent overseeing 108 PreK-12 schools, two Career Technical academies,…

The McMinnville School District has been named a first-place winner in the 2021 Magna Awards, a National School Boards Association (NSBA) program. MSD was recognized for the Ready for Kindergarten program for this year’s Magna Awards theme of educational equity. The district is one of 15 nationwide to be recognized by the NSBA program. The…

The McMinnville School District announced a hybrid option for middle and high school students that would bring students into the classroom two mornings a week. Teachers will simultaneously teach in-person students and students learning remotely using cameras in the classroom. The plan allows students to remain in the same classes with the same teachers whether…

In December 2020, the McMinnville School District officially launched the formal search process for a new superintendent. Current superintendent, Dr. Maryalice Russell, announced her retirement in January 2020. She has been with the district since 2002. The hiring process began with a community-wide survey and focus groups to gather input from local stakeholders to create…

As the McMinnville School Board considers a calendar adoption for the 2021-22 school year, the district invites parents and staff to give input on some options. Both options have the following characteristics in common: Winter Break:  Dec. 20, 2021‐Jan. 2, 2022   Spring Break:  March 21-25, 2022 First Day of School ‐ Sept. 7, 2021   New…