Ethan Dougherty was a beloved member of our Siuslaw Middle School community, and his loss has deeply affected us all.
Everyday, Mr. Dougherty would write DFTBA on his whiteboard - Don't Forget To Be Awesome. This was Mr. Dougherty's motto and a reminder to students to always try your hardest and to be your best self.
To honor Ethan’s memory and support future students, we are working to establish a scholarship fund. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a Siuslaw graduate who embodies Ethan’s spirit of kindness, compassion, and love for life.
How You Can Help:
Donations can be made at Oregon Pacific Bank or at Siuslaw Middle School. Checks should be made out to "Ethan Dougherty Donation."
Purchase Merchandise - DFTBA t-shirts, stickers and wristbands. (t-shirt graphic is in Mr. Dougherty's handwriting!)
You can access SchoolPay using the QR Code or CLICK HERE
Thank You! We are hoping to raise enough money to offer the first scholarship in the Spring of 2026, depending on the success of our fundraising efforts. The Scholarship will be managed by the Western Lane Community Foundation. Your generosity will help us ensure that Ethan’s legacy lives on and that his positive impact continues to inspire others. Thank you for your support!