The community nurtures resilient children who are capable of critical thinking and problem-solving and able to avert violence. Youth-city groups and mentoring programs promote student safety and civic education. Ongoing partnerships with public, private and alternative educational sources provide varied life-long learning opportunities. Adequate and appropriate counseling and treatment decrease delinquency and anti-social behavior. Early childhood education is available to all children and families.
Community centers are available for adult education.
Awareness and understanding of cultural diversity enhances the education process. Downtown is a cultural and education center in partnership with Rogue Community College and Southern Oregon University. An expanded, modern library is a resource center for the entire community. Transportation Medford is served by a safe, accessible, efficient and well-planned transportation system. The City provides sidewalks on all its streets and a network of bike paths and bike lanes.