Two-time state wrestling champion Ali Martinez has been a leader in McNary’s Unified program, organizing sports and games that bring students with and without disabilities together.
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McNary JROTC to end as Salem-Keizer cuts jobs
McNary’s Air Force JROTC program had been on probation for having too few students. Its instructors were among the educators laid off earlier this month.
Meet Marie, the custodian who keeps McNary High School running
After a decade cleaning the halls of local schools, Marie Davis-Anderson has seen high schoolers try to flush a lot of things down toilets. The Crystal Apple nominee said she likes keeping busy and helping students learn practical skills and responsibility.
McNary closes campus during lunch for freshmen, sophomores
Principal Scott Gragg said the change is being made because of disciplinary issues off-campus, as well as a high number of students absent or tardy after lunch.
McNary freshman football players arrested, accused of physically harassing teammates
Five freshman football players at McNary High School are facing juvenile charges alleging they physically harassed other teammates in a locker room between August and October. Police say one victim was assaulted.
Former McNary students sue choir teacher, alleging grooming, abuse
Two McNary High School graduates say former choir teacher Joshua Rist worked to earn their trust before steering conversations toward sex and seeking a relationship with them. Rist is currently employed at Kalapuya Elementary School.
McNary counselor charged with sexually abusing minor in Polk County
Todd Bobeda, a school counselor and former coach, faces charges alleging he subjected a person under 18 to sexual contact multiple times and failed to perform his duties as a public servant, court records showed.
CLASS OF 2023: McNary’s most spirited senior came back from Covid on a mission
Whether she’s singing a heartfelt solo about faith or cleaning up the stands after a football game, Anna Sponable leads her classmates by example, teachers said.
