The Coos Bay Public Schools held a Special School Board Meeting on March 31, 2025, focusing on student performance metrics and behavioral trends at the junior high level. Key discussions revolved around the school's academic goals, particularly the failure rates across various subjects, and the overall attendance and behavior of students.

During the meeting, it was reported that the school achieved a semester failure rate of 10.4%, slightly above the target of 10%. The highest failure rates were noted in the eighth-grade science department, while algebra classes showed promising results, with no students receiving failing grades. The school also highlighted an increase in eighth graders earning high school credits, rising from 65 to 87 students this semester, thanks to expanded course offerings including Career and Technical Education (CTE) classes.

Behavioral issues were also a significant topic, with a total of 592 referrals recorded in the first semester. The majority of these referrals were attributed to disruptions and defiance, although incidents of vaping have decreased significantly compared to previous years. The school is implementing a tiered response model to address disciplinary issues, aiming to resolve problems at the individual level before escalating to formal referrals.

Attendance remains a challenge, with the school experiencing a rough start to the second semester due to illness among students. Efforts are underway to support students in catching up on missed learning.

Overall, the meeting underscored the school’s commitment to improving academic performance and addressing behavioral challenges, while also adapting to the ongoing impacts of health-related absences. The administration is focused on maintaining progress and ensuring students are on track for success as they transition to high school.