Thank you for your service, sacrifice, courage, and commitment to protecting the freedoms we enjoy each day. Your dedication to our nation and our communities deserves our respect and appreciation, not just on Veterans Day, but throughout the year.
To our students and families, we encourage you to take a moment to thank a Veteran, support the Veterans in your lives, and learn about or contribute to programs that serve those who have served us.
Veterans Day is more than a day off from school. It is a day to remember, reflect, and say thank you.
To all who have served, thank you. We honor you this week and always.
Join us for a FREE, family-friendly evening focused on helping our kids thrive!
We are excited to welcome Dr. Dale Meyers, a respected and renowned leader in Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)! Dr. Meyers will share five simple, practical strategies families can use to build stronger relationships, encourage positive behavior, and help children develop important social and interpersonal skills.
Whether your children are little or teenagers, you'll leave with ideas you can use at home to help your family thrive!
📅 Thursday, November 12
⏰ 5:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Sutherlin High School – Activity Center
And there's even more to look forward to!
🍕 FREE pizza for the whole family!
👧 FREE childcare provided!
🎁 PRIZE BASKET GIVEAWAY! Families who register and attend will be entered into a raffle for one of TWO educational prize baskets — one geared toward younger children and one toward older kids! Families who register before Thursday will receive 5 extra raffle tickets!
❤️ Great information, great connections, and a fun evening for everyone!
Strong families and strong schools make a difference for kids. This event is for ALL Sutherlin families, and we would love to see you there!
✅ Register today using the QR code on the flyer or follow the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSef3c_0kN_ONZ31DRpttIoLbQCLjr7G-nzYK6ITiM1rL-vZbA/viewform
💙 Let's work together to help every Sutherlin student succeed! 🐾
#SutherlinSchools. #AllMeansAll.
Last week, students learned about strategies to cope with mental health challenges and painted pumpkins as part of an art therapy lesson.
#SutherlinSchools #GoBulldogs
At Monday night’s School Board meeting, we had the privilege of recognizing three incredible students from Sutherlin Valley Online Academy, Sutherlin High School, and Sutherlin Middle School for their exceptional academic achievement.
Congratulations, Veronica, Noah, & Khloe! Your dedication and hard work deserve celebration. We are so proud of you! Great job, Bulldogs!
#sutherlinschools #allmeansall #gobulldogs
The Sutherlin School District is accepting applications for a 7th grade boys basketball coach and JV boys basketball coach. For a Coaching & Advisor application and Job Postings please go to www.sutherlin.k12.or.us , and click the Human Resources Payroll and Jobs button. All applications need to be turned into the Sutherlin District Office on Central or emailed to renee.mercer@sutherlin.k12.or.us . Come join the Sutherlin School District Team!
Dear Sutherlin School District Families,
It has been a great start to the school year across Sutherlin School District! We appreciate the support and partnership of our families as we begin another successful year.
As we continue into the school year, we want to share important information about the safety systems and procedures we have in place throughout our district to help keep our students, staff, and school community safe.
Attached are the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) family handouts, which provide information about how schools respond to emergencies and other potential safety concerns.
While each school may approach safety training a little differently based on the age and developmental needs of its students, our protocols and expectations are consistent across the district. We want safety instruction to be meaningful, understandable, and age appropriate, whether we are working with our youngest students or our high school students.
Throughout the school year, our schools will conduct a variety of safety drills and trainings so students and staff have opportunities to practice our procedures. We strongly encourage families to talk with their children about the drills and safety processes they participate in at school. These conversations at home can help reinforce the importance of being prepared, listening to instructions, and taking safety procedures seriously.
We also want to reinforce a simple but critically important message throughout our community: If you see something, say something. We encourage our students, parents, staff, and community members to speak up when they see or hear something that causes concern. Keeping our schools safe is a shared responsibility, and communication is an important part of that effort.
Families can also learn more by reviewing the Standard Response Protocol Training Videos/Resource Materials:
https://iloveuguys.org/The-Standard-Response-Protocol.html#Videos
https://iloveuguys.org/The-Standard-Response-Protocol.html#Intro
The safety of our students and staff remains one of our highest priorities. Our goal is for students, staff, families, and community members to have a common understanding of our safety procedures and to know how to respond should an incident occur.
Please review the attached materials and have conversations with your child about what they are learning and practicing at school. If you have questions about safety drills, training, or procedures, please reach out directly to your student's school.
Thank you for your continued trust, partnership, and support of Sutherlin School District. By working together, communicating openly, and looking out for one another, we can continue to provide safe, welcoming, and supportive schools for all students.
Sincerely,
Jon Martz
Superintendent
Thank you Officer Fox for this valuable training and all that you do to keep our students safe in school, in our community, and online!
A reminder that we have a four-day weekend:
🔴 No school Friday, September 4
🔴 No school Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day
Have a fun and safe weekend! We look forward to seeing all our students back on Tuesday, September 8.
Have a great weekend, and go Bulldogs! 🐾 #SutherlinSchools #AllMeansAll
On Tuesday, September 1, we are excited to welcome all students in grades 1–12 back to school!
Kindergarten students will continue attending every other day during the first week. Kindergarten families should follow the schedule provided by their school.
A few important reminders:
🚌 Bus routes: https://www.sutherlin.k12.or.us/documents/departments/transportation/bus-routes/375267
Our classrooms are ready, our staff is excited, and we are looking forward to a wonderful year of learning, growth, and connection. Welcome back, Sutherlin students!
#SutherlinSchools #WelcomeBack #AllMeansAll
🎒 WELCOME BACK, SUTHERLIN STUDENTS!
On Monday, August 31, we are excited to welcome back our 1st-, 2nd-, 3rd-, 6th-, and 9th-grade students!
Kindergarten will also begin with a staggered schedule. Kindergarten families should follow the attendance schedule provided by their school.
Our phased start gives students entering new grades and campuses time to meet their teachers, learn school routines, and become comfortable in their surroundings before all students return.
🚌 Bus routes: https://www.sutherlin.k12.or.us/documents/departments/transportation/bus-routes/375267
We can’t wait to see our students and begin a great new school year!
#SutherlinSchools #FirstDayOfSchool #AllMeansAll
🚌 School buses will soon be back on the road!
Please slow down, stay alert, and always stop for a school bus when its red lights are flashing and the stop arm is extended. A few extra moments of patience can help keep our students safe.
Bus Routes and morning pick-up times can be found on our website: https://www.sutherlin.k12.or.us/documents/departments/transportation/bus-routes/375267
Let’s work together for a safe start to the school year! 💛🐾
#SutherlinSchools #SchoolBusSafety
This is more than a slogan. It is a multi-year commitment to our students, families, staff, and community. We believe every student matters, every voice matters, and every opportunity matters.
All five of our schools came together to learn from one another, grow as a team, and strengthen our shared commitment to serving every child. Over the next week, our teachers and instructional assistants will be preparing classrooms, participating in important trainings, and building a strong foundation for a successful year.
We are energized, excited, and ready to welcome students back!
#sutherlinschools #AllMeansAll
🐾 New Leaders and New Roles for 2026–27!
Please join us in congratulating our new leaders and welcoming educators who are joining the district or stepping into new roles.
District and School Leadership
Jon Martz — Superintendent
Sean Radford — Sutherlin High School Principal
Marcus Amies — Sutherlin High School Vice Principal
Rebecca Tillett — Sutherlin Middle School Principal
Sutherlin Middle School
Tina Halligan — Science (moved from SHS)
Hayden Bence — Mathematics
Ruth Mountainspring — Mathematics
Leah Miller — Special Education
Cora Perry — Long-Term Substitute (Social Studies)
West Intermediate School
Taylor Pullen -- 3rd Grade Teacher (moved from East)
Christina Nelson — Special Education
Kayla Tyler — Long-Term Substitute (3rd Grade)
Claire Hundley — Long-Term Substitute (5th Grade)
We are excited for the experience, energy, and commitment these educators and leaders will bring to our students and schools. Our staff is back in schools this week, preparing classrooms and getting everything ready to welcome students for a great new school year! Here’s to a great 2026–27 school year! Don't forget to register! https://www.sutherlin.k12.or.us/page/student-enrollment
#SutherlinBulldogs #AllMeansAll