Community engagement is a collective endeavor. Our department is dedicated to building strong relationships between families and the school community through various programs and initiatives. We serve as the central communication hub for the David Douglas School District, facilitating both internal and external communications in a timely and effective manner. 

• We provide comprehensive district-wide support for schools and departments, utilizing a range of communication channels, including print, web, social media, writing, photography, direct mail, and digital video communications.
• We work collaboratively with all departments to ensure students, families, staff, the broader community, and the news media are informed.

Our purpose is to empower families to take an active role in their student’s education. Together, we create a supportive and inclusive environment that helps students Learn, Grow & Thrive. 

Core Values

The Department of Communications, Family and Community Partnerships is committed to:

Vision Statement

A vibrant David Douglas neighborhood where families, staff, and community are united to inspire every student to learn, grow, and thrive.

Mission Statement

Intentional connections to create one community. 

Meet Our Team

To call a staff member:

• Dial by extension: Call 503-256-6500 and enter the 4 digit extension
• To reach the District Office reception desk: Call 503-252-2900

Aidé Juárez Valerio

Director of Communications,
Family Engagement, and Strategic Partnerships
Languages: Spanish
503-261-8229 Ext. 8229
Media inquiries and community flyer
approval point of contact

Cassy Wood

Family and Community
Partnerships Coordinator
Languages: Conversational Vietnamese
503-261-8249 Ext. 8249
Multilingual Liaisons, family engagement
and community partnerships contact

TD McCullum

Family Engagement Specialist
503-256-6500 Ext. 8100

Heather Miller

Family Engagement Specialist
503-256-6500 Ext. 8099

Laura Gomez

Community Liaison – Spanish
Languages: Spanish
503-261-8244 Ext. 8244

Jay Courtney-Leocadio

Community Liaison – Spanish
Languages: Spanish and Portuguese
503-261-8375 Ext. 8375

Olga Fedotova

Community Liaison – Russian
Languages: Russian, Romanian, Turkish, Ukrainian
503-261-8397 Ext. 8397

Vacant

Community Liaison
Languages:
503-261-8277 Ext. 8277

Meghan (MJ) Jacinto

Communications Assistant
503-256-6500 Ext. 8242
Graphic design and social media
contact

George Arias-Montero

Communications Assistant
Languages: Spanish
503-256-6500 Ext. 8204
DDSD websites and David Douglas
Educational Foundation contact

Adam Kappeler

Digital Media Specialist
503-256-6500 Ext. 8240
Videography point of contact

Christina Bruce

District Switchboard Receptionist
503-252-2900 Ext. 8800
District mailings point of contact

Kyle Bruce

Print Shop Lead
503-256-6500 Ext. 8915

Brian Reichhoff

Print Shop
503-256-6500 Ext. 8972