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Cheri Kuykendall

Newly remodeled Early Childhood Services building to begin services in Grants pass.

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A new chapter begins!

SOESD’s Early Childhood Services is settling into a new home at 711 SW Ramsey Avenue, now serving as the central hub for Early Intervention and Early Childhood Special Education in Josephine County. Students will begin attending at the new location on Monday, January 12 2026.

A huge thank-you to the ECS team, SOESD maintenance staff, and ECS administrators who dedicated countless hours to moving, unpacking, and preparing classrooms. Staff may be tired, but they’re energized by the bright new spaces and excited to welcome students and families into an environment designed for learning and connection.

SOESD’s Early Childhood Services supports more than 300 infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with developmental delays or disabilities through inclusive, family-centered services delivered in natural learning environments.

Learn more about Early Childhood Services:

https://www.soesd.k12.or.us/early-childhood-education/

See local coverage of the remodel and move:

https://kobi5.com/news/top-stories/soesd-remodels-early-childhood-services-building-291251/

 

Inaugural Southern Oregon High School Culinary Competition – Event Recap

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The inaugural Southern Oregon High School Culinary Competition has officially wrapped, and what an incredible day it was! Teams of two to three talented student chefs from across the region showcased their skills in a dynamic, hands-on challenge that highlighted creativity, teamwork, and the bounty of our local food systems.

Each team crafted a fully plated entrée featuring a required protein, starch, vegetable, and—most exciting of all—a mystery ingredient revealed at the start of the event. Every element was prepared entirely from scratch using local, seasonal ingredients. The results were impressive, beautifully presented, and deliciously inventive.

This event celebrated not only culinary skill but also the hard work of educators, community partners, and industry mentors who support these aspiring young chefs. We’re proud to highlight their dedication and can’t wait to see how these students continue to grow in their culinary journeys.

See media links below for event photos, highlights, and coverage.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBUl3qygoQY

https://kobi5.com/news/top-stories/inaugural-kitchen-klash-culinary-competition-in-phoenix-287896/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEmrRV7q9q4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ImC_NqDklIE

http://www.thedailycourier.com/

https://www.instagram.com/p/DRLT-TbgSla/

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRGFy9vEo5d/?scrlybrkr=cf9a0892

https://www.fox26medford.com/news/local/inaugural-kitchen-klash/video_e7cf3a97-cf6a-4db7-b512-b56d267f86fc.html

https://kobi5.com/news/top-stories/inaugural-kitchen-klash-culinary-competition-in-phoenix-287896/