Overview

Position #1	Ryan Ceniga [email protected] (541) 228-4446	Term	Member Began: 06/21 Term Expires: 06/30/27
Position #2	Jim Anderson, Vice Chair [email protected] (541) 953-6510	Term	Member Began: 07/23 Term Expires: 06/30/29
Position #3	Kristina Holton, Chair [email protected] (541) 521-3773	Term	Member Began: 7/21 Term Expires: 6/30/29
Position #4	TJ Vetkos [email protected] (541) 520-0276	Term	Member Began: 9/25 Term Expires: 6/30/27 Appointed: 9/22/25
Position #5	Jamie Pleich [email protected] (541) 554-8432	Term	Member Began: 7/25 Term Expires: 6/30/29
Position #6	Kayla Timmins [email protected] (541) 579-6367	Term	Member Began: 7/25 Term Expires: 6/30/29
Position #7	Wendy Waddell [email protected] (541) 228-7372	Term	Member Began: 4/14 Term Expires: 6/30/27 Appointed 4/7/14

School Board Recognition

Board Recognition

JUNCTION CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH


	Junction City School District Selects New Superintendent FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dr. Kristina Holton, Junction City School Board Chair [email protected] March 16, 2026 The Junction City School Board is pleased to announce and welcome Dr. Katie Dawson as the new superintendent of the school district effective July 1st, 2026. According to board chair, Kristina Holton, “We are very fortunate to have Katie joining our team. Her knowledge and passion will help our district continue to grow, ensuring that we focus on preparing every student today for every possible tomorrow.” Dr. Katie Dawson has over 30 years of experience in education, most of which has been in the Springfield Public Schools District. She currently serves as Principal at Thurston Middle School and previously served as an assistant principal, and has experience supporting instructional improvement, MTSS implementation, and schoolwide culture and climate efforts. Dr. Dawson holds a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership and an Oregon Professional Administrator License, along with graduate preparation in education. Katie shared, “I am deeply honored and grateful for the opportunity to serve as the next superintendent of Junction City School District. Junction City is a community with a strong tradition of supporting its schools, and I look forward to working alongside the dedicated staff, students, families, and community members who make this district special. In the coming months, I am eager to listen and learn from the people who care deeply about these schools, and am excited to begin building relationships and working together to support the success of every Junction City student.” The Junction City school board is excited to have Dr. Dawson as our new superintendent and looks forward to many successful years working together. We are JC! For more information, contact Kristina Holton at [email protected].or.us

JCSD Strategic Goals:

Goal 1 Learning:
All students will learn from an aligned curriculum that is relevant, rigorous, and engaging.

Goal 2 Culture:
Advance a culture where every student is known, connected, and belongs through community ownership, consistent communication, and inclusivity.

Goal 3 Facilities:
Implement a comprehensive district facilities plan that meets the current and future needs of the JC community.

JCSD Metas Estratégicas:

Objetivo de Aprendizaje 1:

Todos los estudiantes aprenderán de un currículo alineado que es relevante, riguroso, y motivador.

Meta de Cultura 2:

Implementar un plan integral de instalaciones del distrito que cumpla con las necesidades actuales y futuras de la comunidad de JC.

Meta de Instalaciones 3:

Avanzar una cultura dónde cada estudiante es conocido, conectado, y pertenece a través de la propiedad de la comunidad, comunicación consistente, y inclusión.