Superintendent's Office Overview
Superintendent's Office
The Superintendent's Office provides leadership and strategic direction for Sisters School District while supporting the work of the School Board of Directors, district leadership, schools, and staff. The office oversees district operations, long-range planning, policy implementation, community engagement, and district communications that support student success and organizational excellence.
Whether you're looking to connect with the Superintendent, communicate with the School Board, or find answers to common questions, this section provides the information you need to stay informed and engaged with Sisters School District.
We also invite community members to join us for the Superintendent's Coffee, typically held on the first Wednesday of each month at 9:00 AM at the District Office. These informal gatherings are an opportunity to learn about what's happening across Sisters School District, hear updates on district initiatives, ask questions, and engage in meaningful conversation. While individual personnel matters cannot be discussed, we welcome your interest, ideas, and partnership as we work together to support our students and schools.
Have questions? Please contact the Superintendent's Office for more information or assistance.
Our Commitment to Leadership
At Sisters School District, we believe effective leadership begins with listening, collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to students. We lead with integrity, transparency, and thoughtful decision-making while working alongside our schools and community to support educational excellence.
Every decision is guided by our mission of community-connected education that helps every student Belong, Prepare, and Inspire.
Amy Bionda
Superintendent's Message
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FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
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Sisters School District offers several ways to stay connected with district news, programs, events, and important announcements. We encourage families and community members to regularly visit the district website, subscribe to district communications, follow our official social media channels, and review School Board agendas and meeting minutes.
Community members are also encouraged to attend the monthly Superintendent's Coffee, an informal opportunity to learn about district initiatives, ask questions, and stay connected with what's happening across Sisters School District.
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The Superintendent's Coffee is an informal gathering that provides an opportunity for community members to learn about current district initiatives, hear updates on important topics, ask questions, and engage in conversation with the Superintendent.
The Superintendent's Coffee is typically held on the first Wednesday of each month at 9:00 AM at the District Office. While individual personnel or student matters cannot be discussed in this public setting, all are welcome to attend and learn more about the work happening across Sisters School District.
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Sisters School District encourages open communication and believes that most questions, concerns, or misunderstandings can be resolved through respectful conversation at the level closest to the issue.
If you have a concern, we recommend following the district's Public Complaint process:
- Contact the staff member most directly involved.
- If the concern is not resolved, contact the school principal or department supervisor.
- If additional assistance is needed, contact the Superintendent's Office.
- If the matter remains unresolved after completing these steps, it may be brought to the School Board of Directors in accordance with district policy.
Following this process helps ensure concerns are addressed by the individuals most familiar with the situation and provides an opportunity for issues to be resolved as quickly and effectively as possible. Information about the district's formal Public Complaint Procedure can be found in Board Policy KL - Public Complaints, Administrative Rule KL-AR - Public Complaint Procedure, and in the School Board section of this site.
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Sisters School District is committed to transparency and providing public access to district records in accordance with Oregon Public Records Law.
If you would like to request a public record, we encourage you to follow the district's Public Records Request process by submitting your request to the Superintendent's Office. Following this process helps ensure requests are handled consistently, efficiently, and in compliance with state law.
Information about the district's public records procedures can be found in Board Policy KBA - Public Records Requests, Administrative Rule KBA-AR - Public Records Requests, and in the School Board section of this site.
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Community members are welcome to attend School Board meetings and provide public comment during the designated public comment portion of each regular meeting. Individuals wishing to speak should sign up on the public comment sign-in sheet prior to the start of the meeting. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker. Information about meeting dates, agendas, and public comment procedures can be found in the School Board section of this website.
We value respectful community participation and encourage individuals to share comments, questions, and perspectives that help inform the Board's work and support the continued success of Sisters School District.
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The Superintendent believes in maintaining an open-door policy and welcomes opportunities to listen, answer questions, and engage with students, families, staff, and community members.
Because the Superintendent is frequently attending meetings, visiting schools, and participating in community events, scheduling an appointment is the best way to ensure adequate time for conversation. To schedule a meeting, please contact the Superintendent's Office.
Community members are also encouraged to attend the monthly Superintendent's Coffee, an informal opportunity to learn about district initiatives, ask questions, and stay connected with what's happening across Sisters School District.
