Community, Mission & Vision
Community
Oregon City, located at the confluence of the Willamette and Clackamas Rivers in NW Oregon, is the oldest incorporated city west of the Rockies. Established in 1829, Oregon City incorporated in 1844 and became the capital of the Oregon Territory in 1849. The city is rich in historic homes and buildings and hosts several Interpretive Centers and Museums.
Mission
In partnership with home and community, OCSD empowers students to take ownership of their education and well-being by elevating their voices, and encouraging them to pursue their passions and explore new interests.
Vision
We envision a future in which every student has the opportunity to pursue their aspirations and achieve success while learning in their own ways, and where school culture supports well-being and connection that enables every student to thrive.
Our Core Values
In everything we do, we focus on (CORE VALUES):
Student Success:
Every student has the opportunity to achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally. We prioritize evidence-based instructional practices and personalized learning to ensure that every student is challenged and supported to reach their goals.
Well-being:
We recognize that each student is unique and may require different supports to thrive. Therefore, we prioritize individualized care and attention to each student's needs. By creating a strong foundation for student well-being, we aim to help students develop the skills, confidence, and resilience they need to succeed both in school and beyond.
Community:
Together we foster strong partnerships with families, community organizations, and local businesses to promote student success and community engagement. We recognize that education is a community endeavor and seek to collaborate with stakeholders to ensure that every student has the resources and support they need to thrive.
Staff Advanced Achievement
Oregon City Schools employ over 900 dedicated staff members. Our staff has advanced certifications, degrees and all share a passion for education and collaboration.
The following teachers and administrators have National Board Certification, Doctorate Degree or have earned an equivalent advanced license.
Ashby, Shannon
Blanchard, Michelle
Butler, Danielle
Chapman, Jennifer
Crutcher, Jennifer
Dawson, Elsa
Deboy, Sara
Dunscomb, Angela
Ekeren, Laurie
Figgins, Teresa
Fisher, Kathryn
Hanson, Jessica
Hedeen, Chris
Henry, Valerie
Kates, Ben
Kline, Edward
Kobor, Kathleen
Leininger, Erin
Levy, Lucia
Linehan, Suzan
Longfellow, Dean
Lovell, Peter
Ota, Stephanie
Pilorget, Sara
Roth, Meryl
Seppi, Kelli
Smith, Tonya
Sorensen, Hannah
Spitzer, Dayle
Strope, Kelly
Treadwell, Adrienne
Trombetta, Laura
Willis, Aaron
Wixson, Erin
Zannetti, Mary