If you would like to contact the Board you may send an e-mail to board@coic.org. If you need contact information for an individual Board member please send an e-mail and specifiy that in your request.

Local Government Representatives

Representing	Board Member	Alternate Member
Crook County	Commissioner Susan Hermreck	Judge Seth Crawford
Deschutes County	Commissioner Tony DeBone COIC Board Chair	Commissioner Phil Chang
Jefferson County	Commissioner Wayne Fording	Commissioner Mark Wunsch
City of Bend	Councilor Mike Riley	Councilor Anthony Broadman
City of Culver	Councilor David Beck	Vacant
City of Madras	Councilor Gabriel Soliz	Councilor Mike Seibold
City of Metolius	Councilor Christy Abbe	Councilor Carl Elliott
City of Prineville	Councilor Marv Sumner	Councilor Gail Merritt
City of Redmond	Councilor Clifford Evelyn	Vacant
City of Sisters	Councilor Susan Cobb	Councilor Gary Ross
City of La Pine	Councilor Cathi Van Damme COIC Board Vice-Chair	Councilor Courtney Ignazzitto
Warm Springs	Secretary-Treasure/CEO Robert Brunoe	Administrative Officer Pamela Douglas

Community Representatives

Representing	Board Member	Appointed by
Agribusiness & Agriculture	Vacant	Jefferson County
Business and Industry	Chris Piper	Deschutes County
Timber and Wood Products	Tim Deboodt	Crook County
Tourism and Recreation	Kristine McConnell	Deschutes County
Under and Unemployed	Jay Patrick	Deschutes County

Executive Committee

04.07.22 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes

03.03.22 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes

02.03.22 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes

01.06.22 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes

03.04.21 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes

11.05.20 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes

10.01.20 Executive Committee Meeting Minutes

Strategic Plan

Final Strategic Plan_2015-2018

BOARD ARCHIVES 2023

View 2023 meeting archives here

BOARD ARCHIVES 2022

Jan 6, 2022

4:30-5:30 PM Executive
Committee Meeting

5:30-7:30 PM
Board Meeting

Agenda
Materials
Minutes

Feb 3, 2022

4:30-5:30 PM Executive
Committee Meeting

5:30-7:30 PM
Board Meeting

Agenda
Materials
Minutes

Mar 3, 2022

4:30-5:30 PM Executive
Committee Meeting

5:30-7:30 PM
Board Meeting

Agenda
Materials
Minutes

Apr 7, 2022

4:30-5:30 PM Executive
Committee Meeting

5:30-7:30 PM
Board Meeting

Agenda
Materials
Minutes

May 5, 2022

11:00-1:30 PM
Budget Committee Meeting

5:00-5:30 PM
Executive Committee Meeting is cancelled

5:30-7:30 PM
Board Meeting is cancelled

Agenda
Materials
Minutes (NA)

June 2, 2022

4:30-5:30 PM Executive
Committee Meeting

5:30-7:30 PM
Board Meeting & Budget Hearing

Agenda
Materials
Minutes

July 7, 2022*
The July 7 Board Meeting is cancelled

Aug 4, 2022

4:30-5:30 PM Executive
Committee Meeting

5:30-7:30 PM
Board Meeting
Agenda
Materials
Minutes

Sep 1, 2022

4:30-5:30 PM Executive
Committee Meeting

5:30-7:30 PM
Board Meeting
Agenda
Materials
Minutes

Oct 6, 2022

4:30-5:30 PM Executive
Committee Meeting

5:30-7:30 PM
Board Meeting

Agenda
Materials
Minutes

Nov 3, 2022

4:30-5:30 PM Executive
Committee Meeting

5:30-7:30 PM
Board Meeting
Agenda
Materials
Minutes

Dec 1, 2022

4:30-5:30 PM Executive
Committee Meeting

5:30-7:30 PM
Board Meeting

Agenda
Packet
Minutes

BOARD ARCHIVES 2021

January 2021
No Board Meeting

Feb 4, 2021
Agenda, Materials,
Minutes

Mar 4, 2021
Agenda, Materials,
Minutes

Apr 1, 2021
Agenda, Materials, Minutes

May 6, 2021
Agenda, Materials, Minutes

June 3, 2021
Agenda, Materials, Minutes

June 17, 2021
Agenda, Materials, Minutes

Jul 1, 2021
No Board Meeting

Aug 5, 2021
Agenda, Materials, Minutes

Sep 2, 2021
Agenda, Materials, Minutes

Oct 7, 2021
Agenda, Materials, Minutes

Nov 4, 2021
Agenda, Materials, Minutes

Dec 2, 2021
Agenda, Materials, Minutes

BOARD ARCHIVES 2020

February 6, 2020
Agenda Minutes Materials

March 5, 2020
Agenda Minutes Materials

April 2, 2020
No Meeting – Information for April

May 7, 2020
Agenda Minutes Materials

June 4, 2020
Agenda Minutes Materials

July 2, 2020
No Meeting – Information for July

August 6, 2020
Agenda Minutes Materials

September 3, 2020
Agenda Minutes Material Comments

October 1, 2020
Agenda Materials Minutes

November 5, 2020
Agenda Minutes Materials

December 3, 2020
Agenda Materials Minutes

Board Archives 2019

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February 7, 2019 Board Agenda

February 7, 2019 Board Approved Minutes

February 7, 2019 Board Meeting Material

March 7, 2019 Board Meeting Material

March 7, 2019 Board Approved Minutes

March 7, 2019 Board Meeting Agenda

April 4, 2109 Board Meeting Agenda

April 4, 2019 Board Meeting Material

April 4, 2019 Board Approved minutes

May 2, Board Meeting Agenda

May 2, 2019 Board Meeting Material

May 2, 2019 Board Approved Minutes

June 6, 2019 Board Approved Minutes

June 6, 2019 Board Meeting Material

June 6, 2019 Board Meeting Agenda

August 1, 2019 Board Meeting Material

August 1, 2019 Board Meeting Agenda

August 1, 2019 Board Approved Minutes

October 3, 2019 Board Meeting Agenda

October 3, 2019 Board Meeting Material

October 3, 2019 Board Approved Minutes

October 21, 2019 Board Approved Minutes

October 21, Board Meeting Agenda

November 7, 2019 Board Meeting Agenda

November 7, 2019 Board Approved Mintues

November 7, 2019 Board Meeting Material

December 5, 2019 Board Meeting Agenda

December 5, 2019 Board Meeting Material Approved Minutes

Board Archives 2018

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02.04.18 Board of Directors Agenda

02.01.18 February Board Meeting Material

02.01.18 Board Approved Minutes

04.05.18 Board Meeting Agenda

04.05.18 Board Meeting Material

04.05.18 Board Approved Minutes

05.03.18 Board Agenda

05.03.18 Board Meeting Material

05.03.18 Board Approved Minutes

06.07.18 Board Agenda

06.07.18 Board Meeting Materials

06.07.18 Board Approved Minutes

09.06.18 Board Agenda

09.06.18 Board Meeting Material

09.06.18 Board Approved Minutes

09.11.18 Board Agenda

09.11.18 Board Approved Minutes

12.06.18 Board Agenda

12.06.18 Board Meeting Material

Meeting materials for years 2018 - 2020 have been archived. View the archives here:
Archived Board Materials 2018 - 2020

Contact us

Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC)

1250 NE Bear Creek Rd.
Bend, OR 97701

541-548-8163

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education

COIC provides an alternative high school setting for students to make up credits and return to their regular classrooms, or to earn the GED. Students may also participate in the Youth Compass Program, a work-experience program that combines classroom credits with community service and natural resource projects.

Program Introduction

The COIC approach is based on individualized instruction for credit recovery or GED. Students, primarily aged 16-21, are referred by their local high schools to make up credits and return to their regular classrooms or leave the program with the GED. COIC is recognized as one of the most successful GED programs in Oregon, with 93 GED certificates awarded during the 2025-2026 school year alone. Students may also participate in work education through our Youth Compass Program.

Programs are held in Bend, La Pine, Redmond, and Prineville in conjunction with the school districts of Bend-La Pine, Redmond, Sisters, Culver, and Crook County. COIC also provides instruction for Deschutes County Juvenile Community Justice and the Oregon National Guard Youth Challenge Program.

In addition, COIC offers summer work experience, giving students the opportunity to earn minimum wages and learn valuable hands-on work skills. During the school year, students earn high school diplomas, GEDs, and high school credits that transfer to their local high schools. Typically, our students spend more than 10,000 hours working on community service and natural resource projects.

Talk to your school counselor about attending COIC or call one of our classrooms today!

Youth Compass Program

The Youth Compass Program (YCP) helps Central Oregon youth ages 16–24 discover career pathways, complete their education, and prepare for meaningful employment. Through individualized career coaching, paid work experiences, occupational skills training, career exploration, GED and high school completion support, and connections to community resources, YCP equips participants with the skills and confidence needed to achieve their goals. By partnering with local employers, schools, and community organizations, the program creates opportunities for young people to gain real-world experience, earn industry-recognized credentials, and build a successful future.

If you are interested in learning more about the Youth Compass Program or would like to explore available opportunities, please contact the Youth Employment Counselor serving your community. Our staff is ready to answer your questions and help you take the next step toward your education and career goals.

Order Your GED Transcript/Diploma

Order a copy of your GED transcript and/or GED diploma (electronic or hard copies) online from GED.com. Select the Grads and Transcripts tab on the top banner and answer the questions to verify your specific testing record.

Statewide Testing Notices

English Annual Notice for Statewide Tests - Download here

Spanish Annual Notice for Statewide Tests - Download here

English ODE State Testing Combined 30-Day Notice and Opt-Out Form - Download here

Spanish ODE State Testing Combined 30-Day Notice and Opt-Out Form - Download here

Youth Education program Contacts

Bend Classroom
For enrollment information, contact:
Katie Estvold, Teacher's Aid/ Registrar
458-231-1436| Email here

For classroom information, contact:
Patrick Jordan, Lead Teacher
541-706-1458 | Email here

La Pine Classroom
For enrollment information, contact:
Katie Estvold, Teacher's Aid/ Registrar
458-231-1436 | Email here

For classroom information, contact:
Andrew Peter, Teacher
541-316-9039 | Email here

Redmond Classroom
For program information, contact:
Dustin Gurley, Lead Teacher
541-280-0031 | Email here

COIC Skills Lab
Deschutes County Juvenile Justice
Ami Stone, Teacher
541-322-7676 | Email here

Youth Education Program General Info:
Kris Schofield, Youth Education Manager
541-213-1998 | Email here

Youth Employment & Training Contacts

Bend Youth Compass Program
For program information, contact:
Jay Byers, Youth Employment Counselor
458-287-5575| Email here

La Pine Youth Compass Program

For program information, contact:

Nick Huggins, Youth Employment & Training Coordinator
541-280-6495 | Email here

Jefferson County Youth Compass Program

For program information, contact:
Matt Mahoney, Program Coordinator
541-403-0099 | Email here

Redmond Youth Compass Program

For program information, contact:

Matt Mahoney, Program Coordinator

541-403-0099 | Email here

Prineville Youth Compass Program
For program information, contact:
Jeff Warren, Youth Employment Counselor
541-420-6787 | Email here

Joseph Beaton, Youth Employment Counselor
541-233-6782 | Email here

Youth Compass Program General Info:
Laurie Harrer, Youth Employment & Training Program Coordinator
561-329-7873 | Email Here

Matt Mahoney, Youth Employment & Training Program Coordinator
541-403-0099 | Email here

Klamath County Youth Compass Program

General Info:

Sean Winters, Youth Employment Counselor
541-419-11812 | Email here

COIC Student Handbook 24-25 - Download