We need to celebrate the fact that we have not had a flood or fire for 4 months. Our District and community have experienced a large share of very serious problems this year, and we are hopeful the Spring has some good luck in store. Public support has been tremendous.
The District once again invites the public to take part in the education of our young people, and one opportunity to make a significant positive impact is to join the District Site Council. The Council has, in the past, taken on so many tasks that progress in any one area has been hampered by the limited time available and the small number of volunteer members. That is the reason the Site Council has chosen to narrow its focus to one area that will have tangible results and improve the mental and physical health of our students. By June of 2012, the Council will have developed and implemented a District Wellness Plan. Organization will include short and long term goals with specific actions and timelines. Focus areas are still being developed and include:
• Physical education at all levels
• Exercise
• Mental health counseling K/12
• Nutrition
• District food service program
• Healthy lifestyles
• Social Skill development
Please, if you have an interest in working on the Site Council or taking part in any way, please contact the schools or District Office. WE DESPERATELY NEED HELP!
The Board of Directors has declared as surplus a large number of items stored at the Langlois sites. A sale is being coordinated with the Boosters Club members who will conduct the sale and share the profits equally with the District. Many items will be placed for sale under sealed bid, and the remainder will be sold garage sale style. Details will be forthcoming.
Board level discussions have taken place regarding the future of the closed schools in Langlois. Strong measures are being taken to maintain Blanco School, and to slow deterioration at the brick building/gym site, but our best efforts cannot indefinitely prevent the inevitable decline of unused buildings. It is quite costly to maintain the facilities and grounds. The possible sale of the properties has been considered as an option, with any proceeds placed in the budget and dedicated to facility upgrades, construction, and repair.
As the Board is taking this under consideration, public concerns and ideas are an essential part of the decision making. Plans are in place to provide opportunities for all constituents to give input to the Board on plans for the unused schools.
Respectfully Submitted,
Mick Lane, Port Orford Langlois School District 2CJ