In 2022, the Oregon Department of Education (ODE) implemented a new initiative referred to as Aligning for Student Success: Integrated Guidance for Six ODE Initiatives, requiring Oregon school districts and charter schools to undergo a comprehensive needs assessment and application process to continue receiving funds from six key grants. The intent of the Integrated Guidance initiative is to streamline the grant application process while simultaneously aligning strategies to provide better outcomes for students. The six grants that are a part of the initiative include:

• High School Success (HSS) is focused on improvement of graduation rates as well as career and college readiness.

• Student Investment Account (SIA) is focused on reducing academic disparities while increasing academic achievement and meeting the mental and behavioral health needs of students.

• Continuous Improvement Planning (CIP) is focused on continuous improvement of educational opportunities.

• Career and Technical Education (CTE/Perkins) is focused on development of academic knowledge in addition to technical and employability skills for secondary students.

• Every Day Matters (EDM) is focused on addressing chronic absenteeism through increased attention on student engagement, school culture, climate and safety, culturally sustaining pedagogy, and family and community involvement.

• Early Indicator and Intervention Systems (EIIS) is focused on creating and supporting cohesive systems of data collection and analysis, interventions, and supports.

This new process places a greater emphasis on equity, community engagement, and a more well-rounded education.

Below, you can view ASD’s proposed Integrated Guidance plan. This draft will be presented to the School Board during its business meeting on Monday, March 13, at 7:00 p.m. at the Ashland City Council Chamber, 1175 East Main Street in Ashland. You’re welcome to share your feedback directly with the School Board during the public comment period. In addition, you can share feedback on the proposed plan by completing this form: