Reaffirming support for Bethel students and families
Legislative advocacy
District Equity Committee - Apply now!
Winter weather reminders
Upcoming no-school days
Dec. 23-Jan. 6: Winter Break
Jan. 7 - All students return from winter break
In this issue:
Winter Break Resources
Community Resources
Families have access to resources across Lane County, including food boxes, meal sites, gift programs, food pantries an more. These services are offered in locations across Lane County, including Eugene, Springfield, Junction City, Veneta, Elmira and more. You can view the resource list here.
📣 Advocating for Our Schools: Bethel Legislative Priorities
This fall, the Bethel School Board adopted legislative priorities for the 2025 session, focusing on:
Accurate and adequate funding for schools.
Support for every student.
Accountability for funding impact.
Want to join the effort? Help advocate for school funding by emailing your legislators! Find a draft email here: Bethel Legislative Advocacy.
Bethel Budget 2025-26
It's that time of year again! Time to think about the budget for the upcoming school year 2025-26. Superintendent Kraig Sproles will again visit each school and department in the district to present the proposed budget before bringing it to the board for adoption this spring. This video provides an overview of how our spending reflects our values as a district as we are working to become a more relevant, responsive and joyful community where all students thrive. A few things covered in this video include:
Bethel's strategic priorities and how they guide our work
Key factors that impact the budget
An overview of district reserves
Information about legislative advocacy
Celebration of the amazing things happening in Bethel schools
We’re looking for parents, students, staff, and community members to share insights, address challenges, and celebrate successes 🎉 to create a more inclusive school environment.
Need help or accommodations? Contact Remie Calalang at (541) 689-3280 or via email.
💬 Together, we can ensure every student thrives!
Celebrating our amazing staff!
Do you have a favorite Bethel staff member who should be celebrated? Is there someone who goes above and beyond to help students and staff? Show them some love with a Bethel Spirit Award nomination!
Reaffirming Support for Bethel Students & Families
Dear Bethel Families, Staff, and Students –
In Bethel School District, we remain committed to our mission to create communities where all students thrive. This commitment reflects our deeply held values of, inclusivity, and respect. Every member of our community deserves to feel valued and supported, and it is our priority to ensure these principles guide our work each day.
As we round the corner into a new year, we want to remind our students and families that Bethel schools are welcoming places for all.
With a change in administration at the federal level, we understand there is worry about how schools and our families will be affected. We are particularly concerned about policies or rhetoric targeting transgender students and immigrant communities. While national policies may shift, we are committed to maintaining welcoming and supportive learning environments for every student, regardless of immigration status, gender identity or expression, or any other factor. Who we are in Bethel doesn’t change because of an election. Our values, in conjunction with our district policies and state laws, ensure that our schools are welcoming spaces for all, and this will not change.
Bethel’s policies reflect these values and provide clear protections for our students:
Policy JFD, Student Gender Identity and Expression, ensures that all students have the right to express their gender identity in a way that is authentic to them, with the support of their school.
Policy AC, Nondiscrimination, protects every student from harassment, discrimination, and inequitable treatment based on gender identity or any other factor.
Policy ACB, Every Student Belongs, emphasizes that our schools must be safe and inclusive spaces for all, regardless of identity.
Policy JOB, Personally Identifiable Information, safeguards students’ private information, ensuring their identities are respected and protected.
In Bethel, every student’s unique identity and background are celebrated as essent
Winter Weather Reminders
It's that season again! Included below are reminders about how families and staff can expect to receive information from the Bethel School District in the event of hazardous weather conditions.
When hazardous weather (snow, ice, storms etc.) is a concern, decisions regarding schedule changes are made in the early morning, before 6 a.m., when current weather conditions can be assessed. Our main concern is the safety of our students and staff.
How families will receive information:
In the event of school closures or delays due to inclement weather, Bethel families can expect to first be alerted via text message, email, and/or voice message through our ParentSquare system. (Learn how to download the app here).
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