At the July 9, 2007 School Board meeting, the gavel for the position of Chair of the School Board was passed from Joe Brown to Rosaria Williams for the 2007-2008 school year. The Board expressed appreciation for Joe's leadership and wisdom and the incredible amount of time that he expended on behalf of the district. Joe Brown will continue to assist the new Chairman, Rosaria Williams, as vice-chair. The following is a message that Rosaria shared with the Board of Directors upon assuming her new role of leadership.
"Dear Directors:
First, I want to thank the Board for their vote of confidence. I know that I can depend on Joe's leadership to help me as I take on the job of president. His shoes are hard to fill. Thank you Joe.
Our work on behalf of this district is of great importance right now as we forge new alliances and provide new opportunities for our children. Joe Brown set the course, we are on our way.
We face an era of unprecedented opportunities on the south coast. Our small communities of Langlois and Port Orford are growing, and we must we be prepared to balance what is best of our traditions with what future skills and knowledge will be demanded of our children. How well they compete, will depend on the preparation they have received. They will need to understand the challenges and work hard to be ready.
We have been extremely fortunate to have Superintendent Ruby Price to take on such a demanding task. Together with teachers, staff, families and the two communities, we look forward to assure that the present and future needs of our students are always in the forefront. This mission will require that we look at improving our operations and our methods for efficiency and for high performance.
Each one of us brings a new perspective to our discussions. Without these perspectives, we would be working in a tunnel with no compass. Our Key Communicators' and our communities' involvement are important in helping us understand the world around us and its challenges. I look forward to a great year ahead."
Rosaria Williams
The seven-member School Board is the policy-making body of the school district. It is responsible for providing an educational program for students living within the District.
Meetings are held at 7:00 pm on the second Monday of each month at the Pacific High School library, Blanco School cafeteria, and the Driftwood School cafeteria. (See Schedule Below)
Public participation time is scheduled at each regular meeting to allow community members the opportunity to share information or concerns about educational issues.
Board and Superintendent Operating Agreement - 2007/2008
Position 1: Rosaria D. Williams Vice-Chair
Position 2: Joseph Brown Board Chair
Position 3: Liz Brady
Position 4: Roger Rieber
Position 5: John Jensen
Position 6: Bruce Stannard
Position 7: Alan Brown
Agendas: September 10, 2007 Agenda
November 19, 2007
October 8, 2007
September 10, 2007
August 13, 2007
July 9, 2007
June 11, 2007
May 14, 2007
April 9, 2007
March 12, 2007
February 12, 2007
January 8, 2007
December 11, 2006
November 13, 2006
October 9, 2006
September 11, 2006
Special Meeting - August 2, 2006
August 14, 2006
Special Meeting - July 20, 2006
July 10, 2006
1. To develop and implement a system to ensure effective communication among school, home, community and staff.
2. To establish Professional Learning Communities, focusing on standards and alignment of core academic areas including an emphasis on Vocational Education/Enrichment and Advanced Studies at the middle and high school levels.
3. To increase the percentages of students meeting and exceeding Oregon State Assessment Standards by focusing on improvement of curriculum and instructional services in math, reading and writing across the curriculum.
4. To provide resources for faculty, staff and community in their efforts to nurture and establish a positive school climate and culture for our students.
5. To use technology to improve academic instruction, enhance district communication with 2CJ District policies to be online, and facilitate efficient and effective administration of District.
6. To begin the process of developing a 3-5 year long-term plan for the 2CJ School District.
Click here to view the 2007-2008 Action Plan.