District says it is not yet in compliance with new menstrual dignity reporting, outlines corrective steps

The superintendent reviewed Division 22 measures the district must self-report and highlighted gaps tied to the Menstrual Dignity Act and other new requirements.

“Menstrual dignity act that was passed in 2023…we're not in compliance there,” the superintendent said, explaining the practical barrier is vandalism and plumbing damage when products are stocked in every restroom. She said the district provides access to products through alternative points and is preparing a corrective action plan to present to the Oregon Department of Education.

The superintendent also noted other Division 22 findings: one school had lost a dyslexia-trained staff member but the district has a person currently in training as a corrective step, and the district will be measured on new social-emotional learning standards and updated diploma credit requirements (0.5 credit personal finance and 0.5 credit in career/career-path education).

She said the district will follow ODE timelines for corrective actions and that the menstrual dignity requirement poses ongoing operational and facilities-management challenges.

The superintendent also described a new minimum opioid-prevention lesson for middle and high school grades that the ODE will provide to staff; the district expects to adopt that content and integrate it into health curriculum.

The board asked clarifying questions about vandalism concerns, and the superintendent said the problem is widespread across districts and that ODE guidance may help determine practical solutions.

This article is based on the superintendent’s Division 22 presentation and board discussion during the meeting.