Klamath County School District

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LISTENING ACROSS KCSD: What do you value most about your school and community? And what would you like to see us improve...
09/04/2026

LISTENING ACROSS KCSD: What do you value most about your school and community? And what would you like to see us improve?

Those were two of the questions Superintendent Cole asked families Wednesday night at Brixner Junior High School during the fourth of Klamath County School District’s 15 community engagement sessions.

The conversation was just that -- a conversation. Families shared what they appreciate about KCSD, what they hope to see continue, and where they see opportunities for improvement.

Superintendent Cole will meet with Bonanza area families and community members tonight (Sept. 4) at 5:30 p.m. in Bonanza’s high school gym before the first home football game against Lost River. And we’re serving hot dogs!

This is only the beginning. We’ll keep listening and learning from our communities throughout the year. ❤️

Want your voice heard? Please take our survey: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/hYhx9ErrKE

Upcoming events:
⭐ Friday, Sept. 4 — Bonanza Schools | 5:30 p.m. in the high school gymnasium
⭐ Sept. 8 — Chiloquin Schools | 5 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 9 — Merrill, Malin & Lost River @ Lost River | 5:30 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 10 — Keno Elementary | 5 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 14 — Gearhart School | 5 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 15 — Ferguson Elementary | 5 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 16 — Peterson Elementary | 5 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 21 — Mazama High | 6 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 22 — Henley Elementary | 5 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 23 — Henley High | 6 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 24 — Shasta Elementary | 5 p.m.

As we wrap up the listening sessions later this month, we'll report back on what we are hearing from you in our community sessions and our survey.

THE CONVERSATION CONTINUES! KCSD Superintendent Melissa Cole is hosting community listening sessions across the district...
09/03/2026

THE CONVERSATION CONTINUES! KCSD Superintendent Melissa Cole is hosting community listening sessions across the district this month. Last night, she was at Stearns Elementary School hearing from staff, students, and parents.

We’re looking forward to more opportunities to listen, learn, and connect with our school communities! Superintendent Cole will be at Brixner tonight and Bonanza on Friday. Here is the full schedule of upcoming events:

⭐ Tonight (Sept. 3) — Brixner Junior High | 5 p.m.
⭐ Friday, Sept. 4 — Bonanza Schools | 5:30 p.m. in the high school gymnasium
⭐ Sept. 8 — Chiloquin Schools | 5 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 9 — Merrill, Malin & Lost River @ Lost River | 5:30 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 10 — Keno Elementary | 5 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 14 — Gearhart School | 5 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 15 — Ferguson Elementary | 5 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 16 — Peterson Elementary | 5 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 21 — Mazama High | 6 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 22 — Henley Elementary | 5 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 23 — Henley High | 6 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 24 — Shasta Elementary | 5 p.m.

📣 JOIN THE CONVERSATION!Three of the 15 superintendent listening sessions are happening THIS WEEK at Stearns, Brixner, ...
09/02/2026

📣 JOIN THE CONVERSATION!
Three of the 15 superintendent listening sessions are happening THIS WEEK at Stearns, Brixner, and Bonanza! Families are invited to meet and talk with new Klamath County Superintendent Melissa Cole. Refreshments will be served!

THIS WEEK:
⭐ Sept. 2 — Stearns Elementary | 5 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 3 — Brixner Junior High | 5 p.m.
⭐ Sept. 4 — Bonanza Schools | 5:30 p.m. in the high school gymnasium

Additional listening sessions are scheduled throughout September:
• Sept. 8 — Chiloquin Schools | 5 p.m.
• Sept. 9 — Merrill, Malin & Lost River @ Lost River | 5:30 p.m.
• Sept. 10 — Keno Elementary | 5 p.m.
• Sept. 14 — Gearhart School | 5 p.m.
• Sept. 15 — Ferguson Elementary | 5 p.m.
• Sept. 16 — Peterson Elementary | 5 p.m.
• Sept. 21 — Mazama High | 6 p.m.
• Sept. 22 — Henley Elementary | 5 p.m.
• Sept. 23 — Henley High | 6 p.m.
• Sept. 24 — Shasta Elementary | 5 p.m.

Come share your thoughts, ask questions and join the conversation! 💬

A 'RELENTLESS' FIRST DAY! All Bonanza students received matching “Relentless” T-shirts on their first day of school thi...
09/02/2026

A 'RELENTLESS' FIRST DAY! All Bonanza students received matching “Relentless” T-shirts on their first day of school this year -- a visible reminder of the mindset Bonanza schools hope to build in students and staff: perseverance, resilience, and a refusal to let obstacles stand in the way of growth.

Each year, Bonanza Jr./Sr. High School Principal Jordan Osborn and the Bonanza K-12 leadership team select a theme to guide the school community. This year’s theme, Relentless, encourages students and staff to keep moving forward, even when the work is difficult.

“Relentless is a commitment to how we approach our work every day,” Osborn said. “Being relentless means refusing to let obstacles, setbacks or difficult circumstances lower our expectations for ourselves or our students.”

The message is intended to be modeled by adults as much as taught to students.
“Our students are always watching,” Osborn said. “They learn far more from what we model than what we say.”

“Relentless encompasses several themes we’ve focused on in the past -- perseverance, working hard, believing in yourself and becoming better but it brings them together around one central idea: don’t let obstacles get in your way,” he said.

Bonanza’s annual themes began eight years ago when Osborn became principal. Past themes have included How Ya Livin’, All In, Bo-Town Pride, Be Better, We Believe, We Work and Serve.

For students such as student council president Isaac Noble, the tradition also is about strengthening school community. Noble helped pass out the T-shirts to his classmates as they entered school on Tuesday.

“Being part of student council gives us a chance to give back to our school and do something meaningful for other students,” Noble said.

For Osborn, that sense of belonging is an important part of the tradition. Students often continue wearing their school shirts for years, he said, carrying a visible reminder of their connection to Bonanza -- and to a community that believes in them.

FIRST DAY VIBES! More than 6,800 students are returning to school this week in the Klamath County School District. Most ...
08/31/2026

FIRST DAY VIBES! More than 6,800 students are returning to school this week in the Klamath County School District. Most of our students kicked off their school year today (Aug. 31) and the rest will begin classes Tuesday when all upper high school grades return and kindergartners begin a phase-in week.

Many of the district’s secondary schools welcomed just seventh-, eighth-, and ninth-graders Tuesday, giving them a chance to get to know the school routine before being joined by older students. Students attended abbreviated classes and participated in fun field day activities.

Today, we were able to capture and share photos from Shasta, Malin, Mazama, and Keno. Check back throughout the week for more photos.

Help us celebrate the first day of school by sharing your first day of school photos with us. Post your photos in the co...
08/30/2026

Help us celebrate the first day of school by sharing your first day of school photos with us. Post your photos in the comments, and they may appear in a video slideshow celebrating the first week of the 2026-27 school year!

PLEASE TAKE OUR SURVEY! Link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/hYhx9ErrKEFrom Superintendent Melissa Cole: As the new sup...
08/29/2026

PLEASE TAKE OUR SURVEY! Link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/hYhx9ErrKE

From Superintendent Melissa Cole: As the new superintendent of Klamath County School District, I am committed to listening, learning, and building strong relationships across our district. This survey provides an opportunity for families and community members to share their perspectives, experiences, and ideas as I work to better understand our strengths, challenges and priorities. Your input will help inform my leadership and support our collective work on behalf of students.

School starts on Monday, Aug. 31 and our bright yellow buses will be back on the roads! We are counting on drivers to fo...
08/28/2026

School starts on Monday, Aug. 31 and our bright yellow buses will be back on the roads! We are counting on drivers to follow the rules to ensure students are safe while they are entering and exiting the bus. Also, don't forget to slow down while driving in school zones and keep an eye out for kids walking or bicycling to school.

School buses use flashing lights to notify drivers. Here is a rundown of what the rules when you are sharing the road with a school bus and students:
-- Yellow lights: Prepare to stop. Slow down. Do not pass the bus.
-- Red lights: Stop. Drivers coming from both directions must stop. Do not pass the bus when the lights are flashing. When the lights turn off, proceed with caution. Be on the lookout for children near the road.
-- School zones: Oregon state law requires drivers to go no faster than 20 mph in school zones between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays. Watch for school zone signs near schools. Drivers also need to watch for youth who are bicycling or walking to school. Many area roads do not have sidewalks.
Tips for students (and parents)
• Arrive at the bus stop five minutes ahead of time.
• Keep belongings stowed in a backpack or bag.
• Watch for the bus driver’s signal before crossing the road.
• Look both ways before crossing the road.

Thank you for your efforts to keep our students safe!

ALSO: Bus routes for the 2025-26 school year are available on our website -- https://www.kcsd.k12.or.us/district/transportation.cfm. Please be sure to check your route on the website for any updates as the first day of school nears.

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2845 Greensprings Drive
Klamath Falls, OR
97601

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Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

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