Over the past two years, the district has reviewed and discussed school facility maintenance needs, education adequacy and student safety.

All aspects of the district’s facilities were analyzed, and educational spaces were rated based on their ability to support the district’s educational vision. The result is a Facility Plan developed in collaboration with school staff, parents and community leaders.

The district considered options for addressing the identified facility needs, including placing a bond measure before Oregon Trail voters.

Firwood Elementary School has a unique physical configuration, with five (5) distinct but separate buildings on the campus, centered around the covered play structure. The building and walkway roofing need replacing, and the brick veneer needs repair. The metal siding needs repair and the existing aluminum windows need replacement. Many of the building systems are beyond their practical lifespan and require replacement or upgrade. Another significant challenge is lunch service, as the gym is used concurrently for physical education classes and lunch seating.