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![Interested in joining the Budget Committee?]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1675355650/grantspassk12orus/rgww0iho051ay7yx1n4p/CommitteeGraphic.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1675355650/grantspassk12orus/rgww0iho051ay7yx1n4p/CommitteeGraphic.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1675355650/grantspassk12orus/rgww0iho051ay7yx1n4p/CommitteeGraphic.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1675355650/grantspassk12orus/rgww0iho051ay7yx1n4p/CommitteeGraphic.png","width":1080}])
The Grants Pass School District 7 Board of Education invites interested patrons to apply for a vacant position on the District’s Budget Committee.
The position is for a three-year term ending June 30, 2028.
The Budget Committee consists of the seven members of the Board of Education plus an equal number of qualified electors of the District.
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15 card variety packs are available for purchase locally; no shipping is available.
Customers must be able to pick up in person at 725 NE Dean Drive, Grants Pass. Cards can be picked up weekdays from 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, December 5-December 19.
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Grants Pass High School art teacher Joshua Morton is painting custom pet portraits to support the One Sweet World Scholarship Fund, which helps local students continue their education after graduation.
Click in to learn how you can take part in this year’s fundraiser to support student scholarships.
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Gladiola High School’s gardening program is growing!
With limited greenhouse space, students in Mrs. Dinkins' class are transforming a retired Grants Pass School District 7 school bus into a fully functional greenhouse.
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Are you a graduate of the Grants Pass School District?
We are in the process of creating an alumni contact list and would love to stay in touch with you.
Please take a moment to fill out this form with your contact information.
![Grants Pass School District 7 celebrates major progress on Performing Arts Center fundraising campaign]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1704322584/grantspassk12orus/ofmmgb5oidbveokwklqa/P3300096.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1704322584/grantspassk12orus/ofmmgb5oidbveokwklqa/P3300096.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1704322584/grantspassk12orus/ofmmgb5oidbveokwklqa/P3300096.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1704322584/grantspassk12orus/ofmmgb5oidbveokwklqa/P3300096.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1704322584/grantspassk12orus/ofmmgb5oidbveokwklqa/P3300096.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1704322584/grantspassk12orus/ofmmgb5oidbveokwklqa/P3300096.jpg","width":2048}])
One year after launching a $1 million fundraising campaign to preserve the Grants Pass High School Performing Arts Center (PAC), we're proud to share the progress made.
More than $225,000 has been raised to date, allowing for significant improvements to the PAC’s safety, accessibility, and technical capabilities.
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The Grants Pass High School athletic department is excited to welcome Matt Kennedy as the new head varsity football coach for the Cavemen!
A dedicated GPHS teacher and coach, Kennedy brings 20 years of coaching experience and a passion for developing student-athletes both on and off the field.
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The Grants Pass School District is proud to announce improvements in graduation and completer rates for the 2023-24 school year.
These improvements highlight the district's continued dedication to excellence and success for all students.
![Carruth Data Breach]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737740754/grantspassk12orus/rftdkctf87ds6jg9n8bl/DataBreach.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737740754/grantspassk12orus/rftdkctf87ds6jg9n8bl/DataBreach.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1737740754/grantspassk12orus/rftdkctf87ds6jg9n8bl/DataBreach.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737740754/grantspassk12orus/rftdkctf87ds6jg9n8bl/DataBreach.png","width":1080}])
Please read this important update on the data breach at Carruth Compliance Consulting impacting current and former Grants Pass School District 7 employees. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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Congratulations to Kellen Akiyama for being named Southern Oregon Regional Teacher of the Year!
Mr. Akiyama is now in the running for the 2024-25 Oregon Teacher of the Year, which will be announced in October.