About Cascades Academy
Cascades Academy was founded in 2003 with a deep commitment to experiential learning, academic excellence, and community engagement. The school is a leader in innovative, 21st century education and is the first school in Oregon to implement the Mastery Transcript (sending class of 2027).
Now in its 23rd year, the school has grown to 240 students PreK-12 and has expanded its campus footprint to include 45 beautiful acres on the scenic Deschutes River. The school is actively considering its next phase of campus master planning to accommodate future enrollment growth and strategic initiatives.
Cascades Academy strives to cultivate and maintain a supportive, inclusive community for all employees and actively promotes access and inclusion. Cascades Academy values employees who are committed to our mission, are prepared to engage fully in a learning community, and are excited to bring their authentic selves to work. Cascades Academy’s culture is highly collaborative and puts what is best for students at the center of the work. Regularly named one of the Best Nonprofits to Work for in Oregon, our faculty and staff see each other as teammates and feel motivated to do their best work here.
The Upper School
The Cascades Academy Upper School is led by a collection of dedicated, dynamic educators working to support students seeking a different kind of high school experience. As a member of the Mastery Transcript Consortium, the class of 2027 will be the first to graduate with this unique, personal portfolio instead of a standard transcript with a GPA. A tight-knit community, the US faculty collaborate closely to create a supportive and inclusive environment for students.
