The Main Things

1. Free School Supplies and Supply Lists
2. Last Chance for Online Registration
3. What To Know About Safety & Security

In the Medford School District, we know many families are experiencing some level of financial difficulty, making it challenging to purchase school supplies. We want to ease some of the costs associated with the rising prices in stores as you send your child back to school. That’s why we are providing school supplies for all elementary school students (and Ruch K-8) this year. Parents will not need to purchase items from their school’s supply list for any elementary school child.

Medford School District will purchase the items your child traditionally needs to bring to class. Those supplies will go straight to the classroom, ready for your child to use on the first day of school.

We ask that students come to school with a backpack for any materials that need to be brought home from school and a water bottle.

Families of middle and high school students will still need to purchase supplies this year. However, if you are not able to do so, please let your school know, and they will support you. You can find supply lists here.

All new MSD students must register online. Returning students will also need to verify information via our online portal. Click here to register or verify your information online. If you are having trouble, please contact your school when the offices open. Elementary offices open on Aug. 14th, and middle and high school offices open on Aug. 8th.

Safety and security are shared values in the Medford School District. A variety of emergencies can require the controlled release of students through a reunification process, and it’s important to brush up on this information.

Reunification is an organized, controlled process that accurately reunites students with their parents or guardians. A well-planned reunification process increases safety and security through an orderly preplanned process.

What do you need to know?

The most helpful initial steps in a reunification situation are: Stay Home, Stay Informed, Be Ready.

Please review this important information on the reunification process and more on our safety and security procedures, visit our website.

First Day of School

Monday, August 26

• Grades 1-5

• Grades 6 & 9 (Orientation Day)

• Kindergarten Soft Start begins (see info below)

Tuesday, August 27

• Grades 7-8

• Grades 10-12

Tuesday, Sept. 3.

• Kindergarten

Kindergarten Soft Start

The week of August 26 has been set aside for our Kindergarten Soft Start! This is an important opportunity for you to come to school with your kindergartner to meet teachers and staff and discuss your child’s needs. We will discuss schedules, transportation, health and safety guidance, and making a successful transition to kindergarten! All information gathered during this appointment is essential for a smooth and positive start to the grade school experience! More details to come soon from your child’s school. The first official day of school for your kindergartener will be on Tuesday, Sept. 3.

Open House and Orientations

Elementary Schools
Open House at School Site Thursday August 22 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Middle Schools
This is where students will pick up schedules, get help with registration if they haven't completed it already, and pay for PE clothes. Visit your specific school site calendar for more details and specific times.

• McLoughlin - Wednesday August 14
• Hedrick - Tuesday August 13
• Oakdale - Thursday August 15

Each year we love to share photos of all our students headed into their first day of school. Be sure the capture the moment and share with us on Facebook!