I needed to get my son going late into the school year due to a move, and Lilia at the school…read moredistrict welcome center not only warm and welcoming, but she went above and beyond making my 8th grader and I feel comfortable and confident about our new start here at Woodburn. Thank you, Lilia for your professionalism and friendliness. We appreciate you.

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I am deeply concerned with the ongoing failure of leadership and accountability within this school…read moredistrict. After multiple superintendent transitions, there has been no clear improvement in direction, transparency, or outcomes for students. More troubling are repeated concerns from families regarding: Failure to consistently follow IEPs, which is not just unacceptable--it puts the district at risk of violating federal law and failing the students who need support the most Lack of oversight and accountability in athletic and youth programs, leading to disorganization, poor communication, and missed opportunities for student development Breakdowns in communication with parents, where concerns are minimized or not addressed in a timely and meaningful way Serious concerns about student safety and supervision, which must be treated as a top priority at all times At a minimum, families deserve transparency, consistency, and a district that follows through on its legal and ethical responsibilities. Right now, many parents do not feel confident that those expectations are being met. This is not about isolated incidents--it reflects a broader pattern that needs immediate attention. I urge the school board to: Conduct an independent review of IEP compliance and student support services Improve oversight and structure within athletic and extracurricular programs Establish clear communication channels and accountability measures for addressing parent concerns Provide transparency around how leadership decisions are being made and evaluated Every student deserves a safe, structured, and supportive environment. Until meaningful changes are made, families will continue to question whether this district is meeting that standard and they are leaving this district at high levels for better opportunities for their children.

This is just a great school, with a great staff. My daughter is a student here in 1st grade, and…read moreshe has learned so much in Mrs Giles' class. The staff has been great in their communication to me, and they are very tech savvy as well (email updates, smart phone apps for tracking student performance and picture updates). You wouldn't think a small town school would be that on top of things, but the big city schools could take lessons from North Marion...