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Middle Schools to Return to Six Periods Next Year
District will explore ways for students in grades 6-8 to participate in a robust selection of elective classes.
February 4, 2026

4J to Chart Course to Improve Grad Rates
District's on-time graduation rate slipped for a second consecutive year, to 78.2 percent for the Class of 2025.
January 29, 2026

Final Phase of Budget Reductions Announced
Superintendent recommends reducing up to 110 school-based positions, relocating a school and returning middle schools to a six-period day.
January 23, 2026

Classified Union, 4J Finalize New Contract
School board and OSEA Chapter 1 separately approved three-year labor pact that includes annual COLAs, other benefits for district's classified workers.
January 21, 2026

Federal Government Abandons Funding Threat
The jettisoned effort by the U.S. Department of Education to dismantle DEI programs had put $18 million in federal funding 4J receives each year at risk.
January 21, 2026

Help Keep Our Students Healthy
Flu season is upon us, so please follow this guidance when determining if your child is too sick for school.
January 16, 2026

School Choice Season Opens Jan. 15
Families can request a transfer to another 4J schools from their neighborhood school through Feb. 15.
January 15, 2026

More Budget Cuts Announced for Coming School Year
Superintendent details second phase of reductions for 2026-27 that end, suspend or curtail numerous pandemic-era programs and initiatives.
January 9, 2026

District Begins Detailing 2026-27 Budget Cuts
Superintendent outlines first $2.3 million in budget reductions and receives school board approval to eliminate up to 32 positions held by career professionals and mid-level administrators.
December 18, 2025

Student Cell Phone Ban Begins Jan. 1
School board adopts revised policy that requires students in all grades to keep their personal electric devices "off and away" for entirety of school day.
October 23, 2025
