District News

RSD Next Superintendent Survey: Share Your Input

Hello Redmond School District Staff and Families, The Redmond School District Board of Directors is excited to have begun the search for our next Superintendent. We are inviting staff, families, st...

October 13, 2026

Share Your Voice in the Superintendent Search- Focus Group Application

Hello RSD Families, Redmond School District is working with Human Capital Enterprises (HCE) to support the Board of Directors in selecting the District’s next Superintendent. An important part of t...

October 6, 2026

Redmond School District Announces Superintendent Charan Cline’s Retirement

MEDIA RELEASEFor Immediate ReleaseOctober 2nd, 2026Redmond School District Announces Superintendent Charan Cline’s Retirement Redmond, OR. - Redmond School District Superintendent Charan Cline will...

October 2, 2026

Superintendent Search Update - Phases

Dear Redmond School District Community,Superintendent Cline will retire this coming June, and the Board of Directors has begun the search for our next Superintendent, who will begin July 1, 2027. T...

October 2, 2026

RSD In Focus - Newsletter - October 1st, 2026

RSD In Focus October 1, 2026 Superintendent Message We are already several weeks into the 2026–27 school year, and it has been exciting to see the energy across Redmond School District. Our classro...

October 1, 2026

Dry Canyon Arts Association Donates $40,000 to Support Art Education in Redmond Schools

Redmond School District and the Dry Canyon Arts Association present a $40,000 donation to support the JumpStart Art Program The Dry Canyon Arts Association is helping bring more opportunities for s...

October 1, 2026

John Tuck 1st Grade Teacher Julie Gilbertson Named High Desert Regional Teacher of the Year

Julie Gilbertson receives her Oregon Lottery award after being named the 2026-27 High Desert Regional Teacher of the Year. Redmond, OR - There was a lot of excitement at John Tuck Elementary on Wed...

September 23, 2026

August 2026 Capital Bond Program Update

Click the image to view the full report Capital Bond Program Update Summary – August 2026Executive OverviewRedmond School District's 2024 Capital Bond Program continued significant progress in Augu...

September 22, 2026

Celebrating Literacy at Sage and Tumalo

On National Literacy Day, Redmond School District is celebrating the students and staff at Sage Elementary School and Tumalo Community School, which have been recognized as Bright Spots Top Schools...

September 8, 2026

RSD Back To School Resources and Information

RSD Resources 26/27 School Year We’re excited to kick off another school year filled with opportunities for learning, growth, and connection. As students, families, and staff prepare for the first ...

August 19, 2026

July 2026 Capital Bond Program Update

Click the image to view the full report Redmond School District 2024 Capital Bond Program Update – July 2026We're excited to share progress on our ongoing capital improvement projects! This summer ...

August 13, 2026

Online Verification and Enrollment Now Open for the 2026–27 School Year

The Redmond School District's annual information verification and enrollment for the 2026–27 school year is now open. Please review the sections below to determine the process that applies to your ...

August 10, 2026

Redmond High School Construction Update - Press Release

145 SE Salmon Dr | Redmond, OR 97756www.redmondschools.orgMEDIA RELEASEFor Immediate ReleaseJuly 22, 2026Redmond School District Construction Plan for Redmond High School Following Safety Assessmen...

July 22, 2026

Ridgeview High School's strength and conditioning program has earned national recognition.

Congratulations to Strength and Conditioning Coach Patrick Pileggi and the entire Ridgeview High School community for receiving the National High School Strength Coaches Association (NHSSCA) Progra...

July 2, 2026

No Access To Inside Redmond High School This Summer

For the safety of our community and construction crews, there is no public or staff access to Redmond High School during construction this summer.If you need to access the Redmond High athletic fie...

July 2, 2026

RSD Bond Updates

RSD Bond Updates Thanks to the community's support of the 2025 bond, construction crews are hard at work this summer making important improvements across Redmond School District schools. From moder...

July 2, 2026

Summer Meal Program 2026 is up and running!

Come out and support our Summer Meal Program - free meals for ANY children 18 & under (must be present)!If you have questions or want to provide us with some feedback, please reach out:nutritio...

July 1, 2026

Eat, Read, Play!

Eat, Read, Play!Looking for a fun and free way to spend part of your summer?Join us at Baker Park for Eat Read Play. Kids up to age 18 can enjoy a free lunch, read books, and play games all summer ...

June 30, 2026

Oregon's Most Dramatic Graduation Rate Turnaround: Redmond School District

A new OREdTribune analysis highlights Redmond School District's graduation rate turnaround, the largest improvement among Oregon's school districts."That 45.1 percentage point improvement, from bel...

June 29, 2026

May 2026 Capital Bond Program Update

Click the image to view the full report OverviewThis is the May 2026 end-of-month report for the Redmond School District's 2024 Capital Bond Program, managed by HMK Company. The District is activel...

June 18, 2026

2025 Bond Update: Groundbreaking Ceremony at Tumalo Community School

On the last day of school, students, staff, and board members gathered to celebrate a groundbreaking ceremony at Tumalo Community School.Construction begins this summer as part of the 2025 Bond, br...

June 11, 2026

2026 Ridgeview High Graduation Recap

2026 Ridgeview High Graduation Recap Ridgeview High School’s Class of 2026 was celebrated Friday night at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds, where 218 graduates crossed the stage in a ceremony fille...

June 8, 2026

2026 Redmond High Graduation Recap

2026 Redmond High Graduation Recap Redmond High School’s Class of 2026 stepped into their next chapter Saturday, as 238 graduates gathered at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds at for a ceremony that...

June 8, 2026

Senior Spotlight: Ridgeview’s Lewis to study aerospace engineering

Senior spotlight: Ridgeview’s Lewis to study aerospace engineering Senior Spotlight: Hunter Lewis - Ridgeview High School From building with Legos and creating ceramic sculptures to excelling in ma...

June 4, 2026

Senior Spotlight: Redmond’s Gray looks toward wrestling, renewable energy

Senior Spotlight: Redmond’s Gray looks toward wrestling, renewable energy Senior Spotlight: Faith Gray - Redmond High School Always eager to learn something new, Faith Gray embraced every opportuni...

June 4, 2026

Jump Start Art | Artist in Residence at Sage Elementary

Jump Start Art | Artist in Residence at Sage Elementary Redmond School District is so thankful to the Dry Canyon Arts Association for supporting arts education in our schools. Take a look at some o...

June 4, 2026

Jump Start Art | Artist in Residence at John Tuck

Jump Start Art | Artist in Residence at John Tuck Redmond School District is so thankful to the Dry Canyon Arts Association for supporting arts education in our schools. Take a look at some of the ...

June 4, 2026

The Building Blocks of Music at Tom McCall Elementary School

The Building Blocks of Music at Tom McCall Elementary School In this feature video, Tom McCall Elementary music teacher Jayden Souza shares how rhythm, tempo, dynamics, and performance come togethe...

June 4, 2026

Hands-On History: 4th Graders Explore the Oregon Trail

Hands-On History: 4th Graders Explore the Oregon Trail Oregon Trail Night at Tom McCall was an incredible showcase of 4th grade student learning, creativity, and collaboration. Fourth graders resea...

June 2, 2026

Redmond School District Free Summer Meals

Hello, From June 22 through August 20, Redmond School District will provide free meals Monday through Thursday for all children and teens ages 18 and under. Meals can be enjoyed on site or taken to...

June 2, 2026

2026 Graduation Ceremony Information

Hello Redmond School District Families and Community, We are excited to celebrate the accomplishments of the 455 graduates in the Class of 2026 at this year's graduation ceremonies. This important ...

June 1, 2026

April 2026 Capital Bond Program Update

Click the image to view the full report Program Overview The Redmond School District's 2024 Capital Bond Program is progressing through multiple construction phases. Throughout April 2026, HMK Comp...

May 27, 2026

Dual Language Program Registration Now Open for 2026–2027 Kindergarten Lottery

Registration for the Redmond School District Dual Language Program is happening now.We are still looking for additional applicants for the upcoming school year. If you, or someone you know, has an ...

May 14, 2026

Ridgeview Athletes Make It Official: Eight Sign to Play in College

Ridgeview Athletes Make It Official: Eight Sign to Play in College May 5, 2026 Signing day is one of those moments that reminds us why we do what we do. It's the culmination of years of early morni...

May 5, 2026

RSD Family Experience Survey - NOW OPEN

Hello Redmond School District Families, As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, we are conducting a survey to monitor our progress in creating a positive school experience for you and ...

April 24, 2026

Upcoming: Annual District Survey Starts Next Friday 4/24

Next Friday Redmond School District will be sending out the annual survey to parents, staff, and students. The survey will open on April 24 and close on May 8.This survey is an important opportunit...

April 17, 2026

Communication Board Project Connects Students Across Schools

Click the image to watch the story from Central Oregon Daily Redmond School District is proud to share the completion of a meaningful, student-led project at Vern Patrick Elementary.Redmond High Sc...

April 17, 2026

March 2026 Capital Bond Program Update

Click the image to view the full reportProgram OverviewThe Redmond School District's 2024 Capital Bond Program is progressing well through March 2026. The program is managing $111.6M in total reven...

April 16, 2026

Redmond High School Presents: Into the Woods Jr.

Join us for Redmond High School’s production of the classic musical Into the Woods Jr., featuring talented student performers and a story that brings beloved fairy tale characters together in a mag...

April 16, 2026

Tom McCall 5th grader Ainsley Schwarm wins the city of Redmond’s 2026 “If I Were Mayor…” contest

Read more at: The Redmond Spokesman Ainsley Schwarm, a 5th grader at Tom McCall Elementary, was named the winner of the 2026 Redmond “If I Were Mayor…” Student Contest in the poster category. She r...

April 15, 2026

Ridgeview’s Randi Viggiano Recognized with Multiple Athletic Director Of The Year Awards

Randi Viggiano, the Athletic Director/Assistant Principal at Ridgeview, was recognized for her outstanding leadership at the Oregon Athletic Directors Association awards in Sunriver, where she was ...

April 15, 2026

Redmond School District Kindergarten Information Events

Hello incoming kindergarten families!We are excited to have you begin the journey toward kindergarten for Fall 2026. Starting kindergarten is an important milestone for both children and families. ...

April 14, 2026

Lynch Elementary Students Excel in District Robotics Competition

Click the image to view the story Students from M.A. Lynch Elementary School showcased their teamwork and engineering skills during a district elementary robotics competition. The team earned five ...

April 13, 2026

2026-27 School Year Calendar Now Available

Dear Redmond School District Families and Staff,We are excited to share that the 2026-27 Redmond School District calendar has been officially approved by our school board. You can access the calend...

April 13, 2026

Pre-K Screenings for the 2026–27 School Year

Hello! Pre-K Appointment Screenings for the 2026–27 School Year is now open. Redmond School District is offering free Pre-K screenings for qualifying 4-year-olds. Screenings are required to be cons...

April 6, 2026

Tumalo 4th Grader Wins Statewide Smokey Bear Billboard Contest

Click the image to view the storyCongratulations to Mandy, a 4th grader in Stacy Davis’s class at Tumalo Community School.New Smokey Bear billboards aimed at promoting wildfire prevention were desi...

April 3, 2026

Online Registration for the 2026–2027 School Year is Now Open

New student enrollment for the 2026–27 school year is now open! Redmond School District uses the ParentVUE system for online registration of students. Families are encouraged to register before the...

April 1, 2026

Reminder: Community Boundary Review Survey Closes April 1

Hello,This is a friendly reminder about the Community Boundary Review Survey.Thank you again to everyone who participated in our Community Listening Sessions. We appreciate your time, input, and en...

March 30, 2026

New Boundary Review Survey - Complete by April 1st, 2026

Hello,Thank you to everyone who participated in our Community Listening Sessions, including last night’s session at Sage Elementary. We appreciate your time, input, and engagement throughout this p...

March 18, 2026

Boundary Review Update: Scenario Maps, Survey & Meeting Info

Hello Redmond School District Families,Last night, Redmond School District hosted a Boundary Review Community Listening Session at Tom McCall Elementary. Thank you to everyone who attended and shar...

March 17, 2026

Attendance Boundary Review Listening Sessions

MEDIA RELEASEFor Immediate ReleaseMarch 12, 2026Attendance Boundary Review Listening SessionsRedmond, Ore. - Redmond School District is continuing its school attendance boundary review process and ...

March 12, 2026

School Transfer Request Deadline Reminder

Hello Families,If you wish to request a school transfer within the Redmond School District for the 2026/27 school year, the deadline is May 31st. Requests to transfer schools will be considered on ...

February 20, 2026

Boundary Review Update and Community Listening Session Dates

Dear Families, Staff, and Community Members,Thank you to everyone who took the time to participate in the Redmond School District Boundary Review Survey. Your feedback is a critical part of this pr...

January 23, 2026

School Boundary Review Process

Dear Redmond School District Families and Community,I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving break! I want to share that later this winter we will begin a school boundary review process. A boundary ...

December 1, 2025

School Lunch & Breakfast Menus

Just a quick reminder that we post 1-page printable breakfast and lunch menus on our website at https://redmondschools.org/school-print-menus/You can also always find a quick link to these easily i...

October 14, 2025

Reminder: No School Tomorrow

Hello RSD Families, This is a reminder that there will be no school on Friday, October 10, 2025, for Statewide In-Service Day.We hope students enjoy the long weekend!You can view the 2025–26 school...

October 9, 2025

When Should Students Stay Home Due To Sickness?

Hello, Students and staff must be excluded from the school setting if they are in the communicable stages of a school-restrictable disease. Symptoms which commonly indicate a communicable dise...

September 16, 2025

Message from Redmond Police: E-Bike Information

Hello Families, Below is a messege from the Redmond Police Department about e-bikes. There shouldn't be e-bikes or e-scooters showing up at any school but the High Schools. This is because...

September 5, 2025

Written Notification to Parent/Guardian - Proposed Use of Public Insurance (Medicaid) Ages 3 - 21

Hello,  Education agencies may receive partial reimbursement from the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), for the costs of Medicaid covered health services provided to Medicaid-enrolled children an...

September 3, 2025

RSD Back To School Resources and Information

RSD ResourcesWelcome Back, Families!We’re excited to kick off another school year filled with opportunities for learning, growth, and connection. As students, families, and staff prepare for the fi...

August 22, 2025

Statewide Ban on Personal Electronic Devices in Schools

Dear Redmond School District Families and Staff,On July 2, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek signed Executive Order No. 25-09, establishing a statewide policy to prohibit the use of personal electronic dev...

August 11, 2025

RSD Curriculum Preview: Middle School Science (Grades 6–8)

Hello, Redmond School District is making the following instructional materials available for public preview:Curriculum: STILE Science (Grades 6–8)How to View:Online: Click here to view the curricul...

June 10, 2025

Summer Meal Program 2025!

We're excited to announce our Summer Meal Program details for 2025. Based on feedback from the survey earlier this Spring, we're expanding the route to better serve Terrebonne and the Crooked River...

June 5, 2025

RSD May Newsletter

RSD Newsletter May 2025 Near the Finish Line We're almost there. The final weeks of the school year are upon us, and there's so much to be proud of. With the dedication of our incredible staff, the...

May 22, 2025

May School Lunch Menus

May's school breakfast and lunch menu's have been posted on our website: https://redmondschools.org/school-print-menus/

April 22, 2025

Help Shape Our Summer Meal Program: Please Share Your Family Preferences and we'll see what we can do!

We're currently planning Summer Meal operations for MON-THURS, June 23 - August 21 and we're excited to better understand what matters most to the families we serve. ODE Child Nutrition Programs ha...

April 1, 2025

RSD March Newsletter

RSD NewsletterMarch 2025Spring Break!We hope everyone in the Redmond School District community is enjoying a restful and refreshing spring break! As the seasons change, so does the spread of colds,...

March 28, 2025

April School Menus are now posted.

Please visit our website to get the menu specific for your school.Remember there's more detail (including nutritional info) and an alternative print option when you visit our online menu publicatio...

March 21, 2025

School Menus have been posted for March!

You can now print the school menus for March here: https://redmondschools.org/school-print-menus/If you are a student and have an idea for a new menu item, we want to hear it! Even if it's just a d...

February 24, 2025

2024 District Bond Oversight Committee

Hello, The Redmond School District Bond Oversight Committee serves as an advisory body to the superintendent, ensuring transparency and accountability in the implementation of the District Bon...

February 18, 2025

School Transfer Request Deadline Reminder

Hello Redmond Families,If you wish to request a school transfer within the Redmond School District for the 2025/26 school year, the deadline is May 31st. Requests to transfer schools will be consid...

February 18, 2025

January RSD Newsletter

​​RSD NewsletterJanuary 2025​​​​Kicking Off the Year: January Recap​​​​​​​​​As we wrap up a fantastic January, we want to take a moment to reflect on the many highlights across the Redmond School D...

February 1, 2025

February School Menus

Printable school menus for February are now posted on our website: https://redmondschools.org/school-print-menus/You'll now also find a quicklink to the menus in the banner atop the District's home...

January 30, 2025

January Menus - Happy Holidays everyone!

Printable lunch and breakfast menus for January are now available on our webpage.https://redmondschools.org/school-print-menus/For more details, including nutritional values and allergens, families...

December 24, 2024

December RSD Newsletter

​ ​ RSD Newsletter December, 2024 ​ ​ ​ ​ Wishing You a Wonderful Holiday Break! ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ As we approach the end of the year, we want to take a moment to thank our students, staff, and fam...

December 23, 2024

November 2024 RSD Newsletter

​​RSD NewsletterNovember, 2024​​​​Happy Thanksgiving Break!As we head into the holiday season, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude for the incredible students, families, and staff who...

November 27, 2024

Passage of the 2024 Bond, THANK YOU!

​​2024 Bond Measure Update​​​​​​​​Dear Redmond School District Community,We are thrilled to report that Redmond School District voters have approved the passage of the district’s $97.7 million bond...

November 14, 2024

No School on Monday, November 11th

This is a reminder that there will be no school on Monday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day. Let’s take this day to honor and thank all who have served.

November 9, 2024

Dry Canyon Arts Association’s Fall Art Show & Sale Features High School Artists at Redmond High School

Dry Canyon Arts Association has a big goal: to jumpstart art education for every elementary school child in Redmond. For the past few years, Dry Canyon Arts Association (or DCAA) has offered an art...

November 8, 2024

Redmond School District Seeks Applicants for Budget Committee

Redmond School District is seeking applicants for two vacant positions on the Budget Committee.The Budget Committee is comprised of all five school board members and five appointed Budget Committee...

October 25, 2024

Redmond School District - Proposed Bond Video

Good Evening, The 50-year-old hot water pipes at Redmond High School have been leaking and need to be fully replaced. Are you curious what the pipes look like? Check them out in this video about th...

October 14, 2024

Important Information on the 2024 Proposed Bond for Redmond School District

Good evening,I hope this message finds you well. If you have already attended your school's open house this past week or have one scheduled for the upcoming week, we wanted to ensure you have a...

September 16, 2024

RSD - Back To School Video

What a great first week of school! We're excited to kick off the new year with our amazing students, staff, and community. Check out what our Principals around the district have to say about th...

September 7, 2024

Air Quality Guidelines for Outside Activities

Dear Staff,As we continue to experience varying air quality levels, it's important to stay informed about the conditions that may affect outdoor activities. Redmond School District will be adhe...

September 4, 2024

Communicable Disease Exclusion Guidelines

Welcome back to another school year! Thank you for your partnership and dedication to the health and well-being of Redmond School District students. As we navigate the new school year, we want to s...

August 30, 2024

Great news!!!! All RSD and RPA schools to Offer No-Cost Meals to All Students for 2024-2025 School Year

Choose your preferred language to watch a short video about CEP: English / EspañolWe are pleased to inform you that Redmond School District will be implementing the Community Eligibility Provision ...

August 7, 2024

RSD to Pursue Renewal Bond Measure on November 2024 Ballot

MEDIA RELEASEFor Immediate ReleaseJul 1, 2024Media Contact:Logan McGinnis, Public Information Officerlogan.mcginnis@redmondschools.org | 541-923-8233Redmond School District to Pursue Renewal B...

July 1, 2024

DUAL LANGUAGE FAMILY INFO NIGHT / NOCHE DE INFO DEL PROGRAMA DOBLE LENGUAJE

May 16, 2024

RSD Curriculum Preview

Here are the live links:To view the HMH Into Math curriculum virtually, click here.For the Virtual Q&A:Optional Q/A Google Meet SessionTuesday, May 21st-- 5:00 – 6:00pmGoogle Meet joining infoV...

May 16, 2024

Teacher Appreciation Week - May 6-10, 2024

Teacher Appreciation Week is a great time to show gratitude and recognition to our educators for their hard work with the Redmond School District students. We encourage expressing appreciation to o...

May 7, 2024

MEDIA RELEASE: RSD Will Maintain Two High Schools

MEDIA RELEASE: 5/7/2024Redmond School District Will Maintain Two High Schools In response to community feedback, District announces it will make significant repairs and upgrades to  Redmo...

May 7, 2024

UPDATED MEDIA RELEASE: Redmond School District Invites Community to Bond Planning Discussion

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApr. 19, 2024UPDATE: Change of April 22 Community Listening Session Date to April 23Redmond School District Invites Community to Bond Planning DiscussionRedmond, Ore. - Th...

April 19, 2024

March Redmond Reporter

Community Feedback 2024 Bond Planning UpdateThe District has an opportunity in November 2024 to pass a bond measure that is not expected to increase the current tax rate because payments for existi...

March 22, 2024

Enrollment for the 2024-25 School Year is Now Open

Enrollment for the 2024-25 school year is now open for Redmond School District. Visit https://redmondschools.org/about/parent-information/ to register online.

March 4, 2024

Reminder: There is no school on Monday, February 19, 2024, in observance of Presidents' Day

Reminder: There is no school on Monday, February 19, 2024, in observance of Presidents' Day

February 18, 2024