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Executive Director, Arco Iris Spanish Immersion School, Beaverton, Oregon

Interim Superintendent: Brookings-Harbor School District, Brookings, Oregon

Superintendent: Bandon School District, Bandon, Oregon

Superintendent: Brookings-Harbor School District, Brookings, Oregon

Superintendent/Principal: Crow-Applegate-Lorane School District, Eugene, Oregon

Superintendent: Central Curry School District, Gold Beach, Oregon

Interim Superintendent: Corbett School District, Corbett, Oregon

Superintendent/Principal: Dayville School District, Dayville, Oregon

Interim Superintendent/Elementary Principal: Enterprise School District, Enterprise, Oregon

Interim Superintendent: Falls City School District, Falls City, Oregon

Superintendent/Principal: Ione School District, Ione, Oregon

Superintendent: Junction City School District, Junction City, Oregon

Superintendent: Mt. Angel School District, Mt. Angel, Oregon

Interim Superintendent: Philomath School District, Philomath, Oregon

Superintendent: Philomath School District, Philomath, Oregon

Interim Superintendent: Rainier School District, Rainier, Oregon

Superintendent: Sheridan School District, Sheridan, Oregon

Superintendent: Sweet Home School District, Sweet Home, Oregon

Interim Superintendent: Yamhill-Carlton School District, Yamhill, Oregon

Superintendent: Yamhill-Carlton School District, Yamhill, Oregon

Superintendent/Principal: Camas Valley School District, Camas Valley, Oregon

Superintendent: Creswell School District, Creswell, Oregon

Interim Superintendent / Charter School ED / Principal: Days Creek School District, Days Creek, Oregon

Interim Superintendent: Dayton School District, Dayton, Oregon

Superintendent: Eagle Point School District, Eagle Point, Oregon

Superintendent: Jefferson School District, Jefferson, Oregon

Interim Superintendent: Jefferson School District, Jefferson, Oregon

Superintendent: Marcola School District, Marcola, Oregon

Superintendent/Principal: Mitchell School District, Mitchell, Oregon

Executive Director: Nevada Association of School Boards, Reno, Nevada

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Superintendent: North Bend School District, North Bend, Oregon

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Superintendent: North Douglas School District, Drain, Oregon

Superintendent: Nyssa School District, Nyssa, Oregon

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Interim Superintendent: Philomath School District, Philomath, Oregon

Superintendent/Principal, Arlington School District, Arlington, Oregon

Superintendent, Blachly School District, Blachly, Oregon

Superintendent, Knappa School District, Knappa, Oregon

Superintendent, Lake County School District, Lakeview, Oregon

Superintendent/Principal, Pilot Rock School District, Pilot Rock, Oregon

Interim Superintendent/Principal, Spray School District, Spray, Oregon

Superintendent/Principal, Spray School District, Spray, Oregon

Chief Academic Officer: Reynolds School District, Fairview, Oregon

Superintendent: Roseburg Public Schools, Roseburg, Oregon

Interim Superintendent: Silver Falls School District, Silverton, Oregon

Superintendent: Silver Falls School District, Silverton, Oregon

Superintendent: South Lane School District, Cottage Grove, Oregon

Interim Superintendent: Colton School District, Colton, Oregon

Superintendent/Principal: Spray School District, Spray, Oregon

Superintendent: Springfield Public Schools, Springfield, Oregon

Interim Superintendent/Principal (Elementary School): Wallowa School District, Wallowa, Oregon

Interim Superintendent: South Coast Education Service District, Coos Bay, Oregon

Interim Superintendent: Woodburn School District, Woodburn, Oregon

Interim Superintendent: Woodburn School District, Woodburn, Oregon

Superintendent: Name School District, City Oregon

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Superintendent (Part-time): Jefferson County Education Service District, Madras, Oregon

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Superintendent: North Wasco County School District, The Dalles, Oregon

Superintendent: North Wasco County School District, The Dalles, Oregon

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Kindergarten assessments data show tie between early learning and later success

Peer reviewers needed for districts’ Measure 98 plans

Joint Interim Committee on Student Success work groups announce policy goals

Be College Ready offers free school supplies, chance to win $100 college savings plan

Talented and Gifted conference presents national education expert

OSBA conference will address changes in state and federal laws affecting bond campaigns

Summer meal program needs sponsors to reach more of Oregon

Seminar will aid Measure 98 planning

Threat assessment webinar to offer techniques for keeping students and staff safe

Thursday webinar will explain school employee wellness grant opportunity

Eugene conference will examine workforce development

OSBA model handbooks and calendars available for 2019-20

Talented and Gifted conference celebrates neurodiversity

Grant available for organizations supporting African American students

OSBA offices temporarily close, but staff and advice still available

OSBA letter on the board's role in a crisis

ODE invites student insights for Oregon leadership

Early Learning Account applications due today

‘Making the Most of Summer’ webinar will offer ideas for student opportunities

OSBA summary of the U.S. Supreme Court school decision

OSBA summary of the U.S. Supreme Court's refusal to hear case

OSBA letter of support of vaccine

OSBA letter on the need for leadership

NSBA FAQ on letter to Biden

Nominations sought for inaugural “Oregon School Board Member of the Year”

Bonds, Ballots and Buildings Conference explores every stage of bonding process

Summit in Salem will broaden conversation about career technical education

PERS Side Accounts Workshop to address districts’ options

2018 TELL Oregon Survey

School Board Recognition Month will honor passion, dedication

More than $100 million in grants and scholarships available

Application process begins for 2018-19 Measure 98 grants

Updated “Public Meetings Law” handbook available to OSBA members

OSBA creates app to navigate convention sessions

Oregon will honor regional teachers of the year

Concussion records request requires schools’ attention

Public employees can learn more about retirement plans

Video contest for high school students encourages young worker safety

Webinar to answer last-minute questions on CTE Revitalization Grant applications

Teaching With Purpose Conference explores culturally responsive teaching

Program honors valuable work by student volunteers

OSBA Board of Directors position open

Webinar offers ways to improve school attendance

Oregon Health Authority compiles guides to dealing with smoke

Campaign for first “Oregon’s Kid Governor” kicks off

Free webinar focuses on importance of consistently getting students to school

Grants available to support charter schools sharing best practices

ODE asks what report cards on schools should look like

Three Oregon schools getting $100,000 fitness centers

Charter school planning grant application made easier

COSA offers varied summer academy

SafeOregon tip line is growing, but organizers want to reach more students

Input wanted for Oregon education strategies

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‘Big dreams’ in a little town finds the humanity

In-person instruction could nullify liability shield for some school districts

Public K-12 schools to share $499.2 million in federal coronavirus relief money

School leaders hold key to unlocking all community voices

Grants available for facility assessments

Students discuss creating statewide policy-advising council

New coronavirus metrics raise ceiling for in-person instruction, keep decisions local

Oregon sets graduation rate records

New high school offers ‘beacon of hope’

ODE reveals federal coronavirus emergency aid amounts for school districts

High school’s in-person learning going better than expected

As football season nears implosion, students hope for rules change

School enrollment drops dramatically but won’t affect funding – yet

Budget committee is investment in school board membership’s future

Football season dodges tackle but still isn’t in the clear

Oregon education leaders of color to discuss ‘State of the Possible’

Brown gives high schools permission to play football – if they also have students in classrooms

New COVID-19 guidance addresses heart concerns for young athletes

ODE updates guidance, shares tool that shows schools’ instructional model

Schools’ service doesn’t stop when lights go out

Student financial aid requests are lagging previous year

Oregon economic report better than before COVID-19, making kicker possible

Customizable slide deck presents guide to reopening classrooms

TV series offers engaging educational videos for K-8, starting in March

McKenzie School District turns eyes toward rebuilding

Class-size bill doesn’t address the problem, opponents testify

School doors will open this academic year

State leaders plan $325 million summer learning package

Traditional first day of school coincides with Jewish high holy day in 2021

A year later, schools face long road to COVID-19 recovery

Hybrid learning offers hope and warnings for the next year of COVID-19

New graduation guidance keeps 24-credit requirement

ODE updates guidance to allow 3 feet of physical distancing

McMinnville School District earns national recognition

House bill would protect budgets for school districts hurt by wildfires

State School Fund proposal won’t keep pace with needs, education advocates say

Racial Equity and Justice Student Collaborative would give students more voice

School business officials make case for $9.6 billion State School Fund

Female superintendents are underrepresented, undercompensated and underrespected, report finds

Federal school meal flexibility extended another school year

Oregon to allow full-contact indoor sports

Schools face exhausted staffs while planning summer help for students

OSBA objects to testimony gag

Surprise! Students’ ideas for good summer programs don’t include core subjects

New rules released allowing full-contact indoor sports

‘We are not broken’

Bill would prohibit hair discrimination in schools and workplaces

OSAA sets 2021-22 school sports calendar while still figuring out this year

Graduation ceremonies hang on county coronavirus numbers

Senate endorses educational equity advisory committees for school districts

$9.3 billion State School Fund still not enough, school board says

$9.3 billion State School Fund moves forward despite opposition

Oregon students and staff must still wear masks, governor says

State awards seismic grants to schools

Voters approve five school districts’ bonds

Booming economic forecast creates tax kickers and billions in new projected revenue

ODE releases clarification on masks and vaccines

Class-size bill with equity considerations moves forward

$9.3 billion State School Fund passes Senate

Education department floats fall guidance

Legislature allots $9.3 billion for State School Fund

Oregon on verge of reopening, but cautions remain for schools

‘COVID keepers’ will shape Crook County schools

House endorses school district educational equity advisory committees

OSBA Board positions open for Marion, Washington regions

Students make case for school board representation

OSBA Summer Conference empowers students

OSBA Summer Conference empowers students

ODE releases resiliency framework for 2021-22 school year

OSBA virtual conferences offer focus and foundations

School boards morph to look more like their students

Movie revisits La Grande High School student’s life and death

Oregon changes hair adornment rules for volleyball, cheerleading

Equity conference raises big questions

Oregon gives school districts green light to make COVID-19 decisions

PERS board lowers earnings outlook, which will raise employer rates

CDC calls for return to masks in schools for all

Care & Connection suggested as first school priority

Mask mandate puts school leaders in impossible situation

OSBA Board fills three seats

School board leaders sought for turbulent times

Webinar answers questions about mask rules

State doesn’t require masks while playing sports or performing

Brown presses school leaders with public letter to follow mask mandate

Google offers digital training for teachers

Oregon schools cannot serve students in person if they won't wear masks

All school employees must get vaccinated, Brown announces Thursday

Brown’s mandates helpful but also putting pressure on school board members

More relaxed mask rules for sports clarified

Vaccine rules will determine schools’ next moves

Tillamook School Board member dies after contracting COVID-19

Everything else is second to getting students back in school, Oregon leaders say

Oregon publishes school vaccine mandate rules

First day of school brings thrills without feared mask rebellion

OHA and ODE offer COVID-19 testing programs for K-12 students and staff

Rupture between Adrian’s board and superintendent wasn’t about masks, leaders say

Back to school health and safety tips

At least 13 school districts named in mask complaints

With time running out, school leaders parse vaccination rules

OSBA policy committee members to have more active role

State Board of Education blasts Newberg School Board members for proposed symbols ban

OSBA Board picks officers for 2022

Kid Governor program delivers important civics lessons

ODE seeks input on remote learning programs

A year after Oregon wildfires, schools bring comfort and painful reminders

Failed funding promise adds to anxiety for wildfire-hurt districts

Analysts predict 3 percentage point public pension cost increase

Panel to support educators of color needs applicants

School health advisory centers on continuity of instruction

‘Devious Lick’ plagues Oregon school bathrooms

Portland superintendent earns national recognition

OSAA alters state championships for COVID-19 concerns

NSBA responds to backlash against plea for board member protection

At-A-Glance profiles are missing some usual looks

Video series offering career inspiration needs personal stories

Oregon agencies preparing for children’s vaccine

First blush of superintendent-school board relationship sets pattern for success

Oregon School Board Member of the Year is helping close the achievement gap

Superintendents confident Oct. 18 vaccination deadline won’t disrupt classes

Nominations needed for Oregon Education Support Professional of the Year

OSBA listens to members’ concerns in eastern Oregon

OSAA offers mask reminder

Pandemic learning loss is a familiar problem but with a larger scope

Aligning state requirements would push back due date for Continuous Improvement Plans

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Student Success Act offers historic opportunities

Adults sought for World Read Aloud Day

Bonds, Ballots and Buildings Conference offers foundation for successful district campaigns

ODE encourages educators to revisit safe and inclusive school efforts

Wednesday Academy expands class possibilities at smaller high school

Roughly 221,000 additional Oregon students would like to be in afterschool programs, according to new report

Legislators updated on Student Success Act implementation

Preliminary Student Success Act district grant amounts available

Oregon graduation rate reaches 80%

Volunteers needed to review Student Success Act applications

Oregon School Board Member of the Year award recognizes dedication

Time running out to register for Bonds, Ballots and Buildings Conference

PERS rates expected to dip

Scholarships available for students of color who want to be teachers

Clear expectations build new superintendent-school board relationships

Frequent communication makes superintendent-school board relationship hum

Funding opportunities open for early learning programs

Public education advocacy conference attendees make their case in Washington

Kindergartner assessments show little change from previous year

Conference helps schools craft thorough plans, winning messages for bond campaigns

Inclusive practices reshape special education thinking

Oregon economic report continues remarkable run

Student activists blossom in changing school climate

Oregon schools are putting finishing touches on Student Success Act plans

Schools asked to take precautions for disease outbreak

Bus stops are part of school system, ODE declares

Stay up-to-date with the Oregon Department of Education's coronavirus resources page

Good communication fights spread of coronavirus fear, school leaders say

No need to close schools for coronavirus, health official advises

Oregon School Lunch Week will celebrate benefits of nutrition programs

Tiny house holds big dreams for Coos Bay students

Gatherings larger than 250 people canceled until April 8

All Oregon schools closed until April 1

Education leaders scramble to plan for hungry students and no school

School closure length uncertain in face of new four-week state ban on large groups

Oregon schools will be closed until at least April 28

Oregon Department of Education is considering federal assessment waivers, director says

State clarifies order that schools provide child care for emergency responders

School bond-matching program considers option for canceled May elections

Student Success Act grant application rules loosened but due date unchanged

Small business relief proposals include delaying tax that supports Student Success Act

Teacher Standards and Practices Commission eases license rules

States plan distance learning while schools are closed

ODE promises crucial supplemental learning guidance this weekend

Schools receive distance learning guidance

North Clackamas School District wins emergency preparedness system

Scio family praises new distance learning approach at every level

Scio educators restart school, with plan to learn as they go

SAIF creates $10 million fund for coronavirus expenses

Schools face shortages of bags, serving containers and prepackaged foods

Governor closes Oregon schools for rest of academic year

State softens emergency child care demand on schools

Elliott State Forest committee to meet by Zoom

School leaders lower expectations for Student Success Act funds

OSBA Summer Board registration opens

OSBA webinar offers coronavirus-related education updates

Credit guidance for grades 9-11 mirrors recommendations for seniors

Executive order eases public meeting requirements

Schools will mark senior graduations with virtual congratulations and ‘drive-through diplomas’

Bridging the distance through love and grit

Grades K-8 guidance sets pass/incomplete standard for all grades

Brown closes schools through June 30

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Free tool helps clarify budget discussions

School board chair helps guide Oregon’s coronavirus response

New graduation ceremony guidance includes permission for drive-in celebrations

Teacher scales technological walls to reach students

Smaller businesses receive wiggle room on Student Success Act tax, still must pay

CARES money with few strings attached coming for next school year

Toolkit offers distance learning-adapted guidance for preventing student abuse and bullying

Video conferencing decision pits need for student contact against equity and privacy concerns

In-person lessons, summer school guidance released

Four school districts, community college find winning bond messages

Oregon economic forecast drops $2.7 billion

Seismic rehabilitation grants will help 28 schools

At-A-Glance Special Education profiles released

Summer sports guidance informs conversations about fall season

Oregon awarded continuation of $30 million CTE federal grant

Recognition translates for first students earning Oregon Seal of Biliteracy in Native American languages

Local conditions will shape reopening decisions, Colt Gill says

Standing together against racism and bias

Registration open for OSBA’s first Virtual Summer Board Conference

Physical distancing rules in fall guidance will reshape schools

High school students save money and time earning college credits

Colleges and universities allowed to resume in-person activities

School board members essential to fostering changes, Merkley says

Funding remains top school concern in survey, even before pandemic-related budget problems

Special session unlikely to tackle schools’ most pressing issues

School board statements against racism provide foundation for school change

Guidance offers direction for supporting students of all gender identities

Survey asks about child care needs

Latino/a/x Student Success Grant application period open

OSAA not ready to swap fall and spring sports seasons

Student discipline problems indict the system

Measure 98 money on hold

Hybrid models dominate fall school reopening plans

Full State School Fund for now, Gill says at OSBA conference

Legislative plan keeps State School Fund whole

School budget planning this summer is like trying to hit a moving target in the dark

Deadline approaching for Latino/a/x Student Success Grant applications

Face coverings required for K-12 students

Fall school sports calendar rewritten

Average PERS rates projected to go down

Clackamas candidates needed for open OSBA Board position

Coronavirus metrics will likely close school doors to most Oregon students

School board members of color have the floor

Schools can’t open without a shield from likely lawsuits, education leaders say

Oregon fall sports seasons will start in late February

PERS reforms upheld, protecting lowered pension rates for schools

Multnomah ESD offers free coronavirus sign designs

Special session could offer some clarity on school budgets

New state guidelines ease restrictions for rural schools

One-day special session protects State School Fund

Nominating period for OSBA Board begins Aug. 24

Cohort size will be key to keeping schools open, Gill says

Schools have learned a few things to improve distance learning

New online tool shows county metrics for opening schools

Pandemic, protests heighten need for trauma-informed practices

Forde joins OSBA Board of Directors

First day of school feels ‘different’ in ways big and small

School models mold to family needs

Free online conferences will explore COVID-19’s mental health ramifications, particularly for communities of color

$50 million available for school seismic rehabilitation

Suicide Prevention and Wellness Program launches

In-person school board meetings possible again

Center for Safe Schools offers information, resources

Wildfires wipe out opening week of school

Early-opening schools pass on pandemic lessons

Students finally return to Jewell’s classrooms

OSBA Annual Convention registration opens today

New program provides workers money during coronavirus quarantine

Phoenix-Talent School District slowly lifts its community from ashes

State Board of Education prohibits hate symbols in Oregon schools

OSBA Board picks officers for challenging times

OSBA Board adopts new goal on equity-related issues

Eagle Point launches distance learning while wildfire smoke still lingers in the air

Red Cross opens shelter in Phoenix school

Distance learning even more disorienting when students aren’t in homes

School districts work together for communities hurt by fires

Oregon launches Education Support Professional of the Year program

Committee advising on Latino education issues needs new members

Sample policy helps school districts with hate symbols rule

Santiam Canyon finally able to start school

State bends rules, lets Douglas County high school offer in-person learning

Amazing Educational Resources records requests must be answered

Appeals board needs school board members

Brown urges social distancing to reduce COVID-19 cases and allow schools to reopen

In-person waivers raise school district calls for more exceptions

Workshop challenges school leaders to understand their biases

Sample policy helps school districts with hate symbols rule

State needs school wildfire damage reports by Friday to award money

OSBA is seeking new voices on Oregon’s pressing policy issues

Oregon’s education leaders voice support for Black Lives Matter

Less meets the eye with At-A-Glance school profiles

OSBA Virtual Fall Legislative Update tackles school leaders’ questions

Volunteers help fill McKenzie’s internet void

Focus on equity and access earns Alicia Hays 2020 School Board Member of the Year

Legislature allocates $7.4 million for school wildfire recovery

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Hard-hit Oregon districts are rising from the ashes

Governor announces relaxed coronavirus metrics for schools

Member voting opens for OSBA Board positions, resolution

COVID-19 counts released under new metrics

Oregon voters show overwhelming support for schools

New dashboard offers quick look at COVID-19 metrics

Fewer counties can allow in-person instruction under latest coronavirus counts

Excitement drowns out COVID-19 fears as students return to classrooms

OSBA convention keeps student needs at its center despite social distancing

Ballot submission period begins for OSBA Board of Directors

Oregon School Board Members of Color Caucus names new leaders

Latest metrics take more in-person learning opportunities off the table

K-12 school sports limited under executive order

Oregon economic report much better than fears in the spring

Strong foundations help students when winds of chaos blow

Newberg Board Chair Penner named adviser to State Board of Education

In the face of tragedy, sometimes work needs to take a back seat, expert says

Oregon Statewide Report Card has some missing grades

Superintendents welcome possible pause on federal assessment requirements

Governor’s budget plan pays heed to students’ needs

K-12 indoor sports prohibited in 25 counties

Oregon high school sports pushed back to February

Elliott State Forest plan inches forward

‘Mental Health Toolkit’ compiles much-needed resources

OSBA Board election closes Dec. 18

Third special session raises schools’ hopes for COVID-19 liability protection

Schools' leeway to continue in-person learning extended

Legislators are waiting to hear about need for COVID-19 liability protection

Programs available to support educator diversity

Public comment period extended on federal assessments waiver

Salem-Keizer superintendent named finalist for National Superintendent of the Year

School boards elect OSBA Board for 2021

Legislature passes COVID-19 liability protection for schools

Jan. 14 summit aims to elevate students’ voices

Brown, seeking more in-person instruction, drops coronavirus metrics requirement

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Big revenue reform, education ideas not among early crush of proposed bills

2018-19 kindergarten assessment shows need for quality early learning

Forecasters predict big kicker as school funding decisions loom

State School Fund discussion heats up, with opportunities for public to weigh in

Legislature’s State School Fund proposal falls short of governor’s budget

Education advocates share real-world consequences of legislators’ school funding decisions

School board members discuss benefits of diverse school leadership

Accountability debate swirls around Capitol’s school funding plans

Legislators kick around bucket ideas for new education funding

School board election filing deadline is Thursday

Students open Capitol eyes to real effects of school budget decisions

OSBA Summer Board registration begins Friday

Pilot program teaches teens first aid for mental health emergencies

Student Success Act would emphasize early learning, student health and equity programs

More details emerge on Student Success Act, including possible tax structure

Education-dedicated revenue plan coming this week, legislators say

Workshops, student performers needed for OSBA’s Annual Conference

Revenue plan revealed during show of support for Student Success Committee’s work

Brown proposes sweeping investment plan to stabilize schools’ PERS rates

PACE Day delivers opportunities to learn about school safety

Bill would add school board members to child abuse mandatory reporter list

Legislature proposes $9 billion State School Fund

Legislators say yes to additional $1 billion a year for education

Star power shines light on Beaverton High students’ needs, dreams

District grant amounts under Student Success Act released

Historic education investment bill passes House

Legislature explores proposals to lower PERS rates

Student Success Act passes, promising $1 billion annually for education

House passes $9 billion State School Fund as it slogs through growing backlog

Employers, employees address proposals to curtail PERS cost increases

Oregon tax collections boom, creating historic kicker and possible PERS relief

Historic billion-dollar education investment signed into law

Jubilant education supporters mark historic investment in schools

Continuous Improvement Plan deadline moved to Nov. 1

PERS cost containment bill earns Senate vote

Senate passes PERS cost containment bill, approves $9 billion State School Fund

Legislature passes PERS cost containment that will save schools hundreds of millions of dollars

Health insurance cost containment bill heads to House for vote

Hillsboro Wellness Center classrooms teach students to handle strong emotions

Leadership Institute offers important training during OSBA Summer Board Conference

Historic legislative session added stable education funding, good policy bills

Senior Session pushes students across graduation finish line

Big education investment comes with accountability demands for superintendents

Governor planning to attend OSBA conference in Bend

Student Success Act opponent drops ballot referral effort

Summer program builds foundational skills for struggling freshmen and sophomores

Student Success Act dominates conversations at OSBA Summer Board Conference

PERS recommendations would likely raise districts’ rates

Survey digs into student feelings that affect academic achievement

New board member energy

PERS board favors stability, holds key rate-setting factor steady

New board member energy

PERS ballot initiatives take next formal step

OSBA Board elections offer leadership roles as Student Success Act kicks off

New board member energy

ODE webpage corrals Student Success Act information

School districts identified in expected PERS lawsuit

New law delivers tools to root predators out of schools

OSBA convention will celebrate Student Success Act while looking toward future

School board appointments put process in the spotlight

Sonja Mckenzie chosen for Multnomah OSBA Board position

PERS sets up rules for $100 million in side-account matching funds

Scott Nine emphasizes local leadership in Student Success Act work

ODE creates engagement toolkit to guide Student Success Act work

Scott Nine emphasizes local leadership in Student Success Act work

Before school starts, Camp 9 develops confidence, important relationships for pivotal freshman year

Oregon plans $1.6 billion personal kicker while economic clouds gather on horizon

OSBA simplifies planning for Student Success Act grant applications

ODE needs feedback on community engagement toolkit

Preparation can lessen damage from ransomware attacks

School boards’ Student Success Act role begins with homework

Education Northwest is seeking Oregon school board member

State assessment test scores fall

Factory-built components answer some school districts’ building needs

OSBA Fall Regional Meetings will explain Student Success Act road ahead

OSBA Board picks officers; nominating period for other OSBA positions closes Friday

Learning thrives in warm embrace of city-district partnership

OSBA convention offers early-bird registration discount

Advisory PERS school district rates show 1.5 percentage point increase

Using smaller high schools, Bend-La Pine reaches for students on the edges

We did it (but there is more to do) is message at OSBA Fall Regional Meetings

Window open for seismic rehabilitation grants

Student vision drives building design for new middle school

OSBA is looking for policy-minded members for committee

Corvallis hires therapists to weave mental health with education

Leader named for state education equity office

David Douglas aims to build relationships on a foundation of quick connections

Districts go beyond school meetings to engage their communities

Good absenteeism news in Oregon school and district report cards

New engagement toolkit includes Student Success Act application window

Elliott forest plan paints sweeping research goals but is short on financing details

OSBA convention registration deadline draws close

La Grande superintendent joins Early Learning Council

Peaceful Playgrounds replaces recess chaos with activity and fun

Bonds, Ballots and Buildings Conference registration is open

Voting period for OSBA positions opens Monday

Pizza oven offers ingredients for higher graduation rate

Student Success Act supercharges Measure 98 possibilities

Oregon median class size remains 25 students, according to data released Thursday

OSBA’s 73rd Annual Conference opens today

Community devotion earns Oregon School Board Member of the Year recognition

School board members celebrate opportunity to change Oregon education

Personal touches help Creswell increase community engagement

Oregon economic report shows strong wage growth

Oregon homeless student count increases 2%

PERS Board releases school district-specific advisory rates

Centennial tries later starts to improve attendance

Deadline approaches for OSBA voting

Grants Pass guitar fabrication class hits all the right notes

Community volunteer infuses class with meaning

‘Authentic learning’ puts emphasis on applied education

OSBA elections bring in fresh looks for education leadership

New year, new tax, new education possibilities

New guidance lays out Student Success Act grant application process

PERS reforms do not force contract renegotiations, OSBA concludes

Voters show appetite for education support

Elliott forest research proposal moves forward without answering education funding question

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Revenue Reform and Schools

Town hall series will bring campaign for education funding to Pendleton

School board resolution signals need for improved school funding

Town hall offers information, tools to advocate for education funding

Get on Board campaign seeks community members who care about schools

Oregonians for Student Success website channels call for education investment

Big revenue reform, education ideas not among early crush of proposed bills

Nominating period opens for 2019 Oregon School Board Member of the Year

Advocacy Institute sharpens school board members’ legislative efforts

Oregon graduation rate improves to 78.7 percent

Oregon remains at bottom of state graduation rate data for 2016-17

Student Success Committee report focuses on need for stable and adequate funding

Oregon congressional delegation wants to hear real education stories, OSBA Board president says

Lobby days bring education’s most pressing issues into Capitol

Well-intentioned ‘lunch shaming’ law undercuts Oregon school budgets

School boards adopt resolution supporting education funding, but more voices needed

First 2019 Lobby Day delivers personal messages of education funding needs

March 8 forum will promote diversity of school board membership

Application period opens for Brady grant for needy students

School board service gives legislators unique perspective on funding needs

Application period opens for Brady grant for needy students

First gubernatorial debate tonight, features student questions

Business plan envisions new business tax combined with state cost cuts to benefit education

OSBA election cycle nears voting deadline

January dedicated to recognizing school board superheroes

Estimate puts potential $3.5 billion price tag on Student Success Committee’s goals

State Land Board to look at turning Elliott into OSU-run research forest

OSBA members approve voting position for Oregon School Board Members of Color Caucus

OSBA town halls will support advocacy for education funding

Legislative assignments put school board members in thick of education funding

Brown declares need for education investment during State of the State address

Oregon legislative candidate forum tonight in Corvallis

PERS individual employer rates show another significant increase

Gubernatorial debate in Medford tonight welcomes public’s questions

Candidate forums tonight, Saturday invite public participation

Final governor’s debate welcomes public’s video questions

House District 37 candidate will take questions tonight in Tualatin

Candidates for southern Oregon Senate seat will make case tonight in Ashland

House District 53 forum at noon today at Deschutes Public Library

Candidate forums tonight explore three state House races

State wants public’s opinions on removing Elliott State Forest from public school support

West Linn High students will hold candidates forum tonight

Forums tonight in Beaverton and Sunday in Cloverdale cover four House races

Colt Gill will join Thursday town hall on disrupted learning

Sandy Area Chamber of Commerce invites candidates to forum tonight

Advocacy Preconference will give education leaders the levers to move policy

Lincoln County candidates will take questions tonight in Newport

ODE debuts ‘Every Day Matters’ campaign targeting chronic absenteeism

Oregon opens website with school and district report cards after outcry

Trusted community member helps improve North Marion attendance

Oregon chronic absenteeism rate climbs to 20.5 percent, according to 2017-18 state report

Quality Education Model sets bar, but state needs revenue reform to reach it

OSBA election includes adding Oregon School Board Members of Color Caucus voting seat

Members’ message to OSBA: Revenue reform remains the top priority

More than half of school bonds and all school local option levies pass

Brown earns four more years to improve education, but her vision will call for more money

Student Success Committee work groups release policy recommendations

OSBA convention adds urgency to call for revenue reform

Beaverton’s Anne Bryan named initial Oregon School Board Member of the Year

OSBA’s ‘Promise of Oregon’ video shows need for revenue reform to fund education

Economic and revenue forecast that guides state budget talks shows strong gains

Homeless student numbers declined for first time since 2012-13, according to new data

Business leaders emphasize cutting benefit costs to reach education funding goals

ODE webpage offers tools for helping undocumented students

Brown budgets nearly $9 billion for school funding but will seek additional education investment

Governor’s budget protects status quo while aspiring for additional $1.3 billion for education

Statewide Report Card compiles school system’s successes, failings and needs

Second Home gives homeless students stability, chance to graduate

OSBA’s Fall Regional meetings begin Sept. 13, featuring slightly different format

New Fall Regional format reveals members’ support for revenue reform

Student Success Committee tour adds school safety and student health roundtables

OSBA Board forwards caucus voting seat issue to members

Gubernatorial candidates agree Oregon schools need more funding, services

Early registration discount for OSBA’s 72nd Annual Convention will end Oct. 5

The State Board of Education adds flexibility to its instructional hours rules

Tribal project’s family advocates help students connect with school, improve attendance

Senator says he will introduce bill to fund Quality Education Model

Baker SD: Northeast Oregon schools face shortage of sports officials

Governor’s education agenda lays out need for investments in school improvements

OSBA updates Janus guidance for union members’ dues authorization

OSBA updates Janus guidance for union members’ dues authorization

When school year starts, students aren’t only ones counting the days ahead

Oregon economic forecast includes kicker, possibility of 2020 recession

Oregon’s revenue system fails school funding, Quality Education Commission report says

Oregon education funding lags other states, Quality Education Model reports

OSBA convention will emphasize need for revenue reform to fulfill Oregon’s education promise

OSBA elections season includes new regional positions on board, Legislative Policy Committee

OSBA, business and government groups seek information to guide PERS reforms

OSBA Board creates nonvoting position for Oregon School Board Members of Color Caucus

OSBA’s Fall Regional meetings, beginning Sept. 13, will focus on revenue reform efforts

Agriculture Department offers pest control checklists to help schools comply with law

Unexpectedly steep increases in construction expenses strain bond plans

New work groups begin focusing Joint Interim Committee on Student Success’ efforts

New ‘Promise’ video shows how N. Clackamas program promotes graduation

OSBA conference emphasizes push for revenue reform, cost containment

Forecast5 puts more useful information at staff’s fingertips, Oregon districts say

OSBA updates Janus ruling guidance

School gardens teach math, science and the delights of fresh fruit and vegetables

McMinnville High senior wins $1,000 scholarship by expressing his GRADitude

OSBA will award $5,000 scholarship checks to three school boards

Baker student blazes trail with heavy equipment simulators

OSBA model handbooks and calendars available for 2018-19

OSBA Summer Board Conference features illuminating Leadership Institute workshops

OSBA Board approves $3 million for revenue-reform effort, data analysis

SafeOregon tallies its efforts to disrupt threats to students

OSBA Janus v AFSCME guidance (UPDATED 6/28/18 at 4:00 p.m.)

Umatilla principal named OSSA 2018 Administrator of the Year

Umatilla fosters culture of success to inspire students and promote graduation

Wrap-around social services help Umatilla students keep focus on graduating

Umatilla uses clubs, sports and activities to keep students connected

PACE Day delivers more opportunities to learn about school safety issues

Students walk out of schools for protests at Capitol

Three Oregon schools earn wellness awards

Oregon TELL survey includes record number of respondents

Student Success Committee listens to business leaders, school board members and others

Student Success Committee peering at education from every angle

New law will help rural schools pay for high-speed internet access

OSBA Legislative Policy Committee will keep focus on revenue reform, cost containment

Educator Advancement Council names school board representative

Bond results mixed, all four school option levies pass

Bend-La Pine School Board encourages mental health support for all students

June revenue forecast shows tax kicker possibility

Woodburn offers improvement example for Joint Interim Committee on Student Success

OSBA’s Summer Board Conference registration opens

Kotek will join Student Success Committee for North Clackamas School District tour

Education spending discussion dominates Student Success Committee roundtable

Nestlé donation bolsters Salem-Keizer water emergency response

Oregon Department of Education releases special education report cards

Focus on equity helps North Clackamas close achievement gap

Career pathways help North Clackamas students find routes to success

Oregon students send message: They want safer schools

Student Success Committee will hold public meeting Thursday in Eugene

Student Success Committee announces statewide tour schedule

Calls for funding programs dominate Student Success Committee hearings

PACE plans free webinar Tuesday on student protest rights

OSBA to award Redmond $5,000 for student scholarships

Wide-ranging student-led survey examines Oregon’s high schools

Nominations sought for State Board of Education student position

Wyden adds support for more federal special education funding

SafeOregon tip line getting more use with heightened safety concerns

Students plan peaceful but passionate walkouts for Wednesday

OSBA, NSBA offer guidance for student walkouts, protests

Hearing on class-size negotiations bill raises school funding questions

OSBA seeking Clackamas representative for policy committee

Bonds conference offers tools and tips to win over voters

Trust-land money for schools fell in 2017, report says

Upheavals make Oregon revenue difficult to predict, economists tell legislators

Committee will look at safety and equity issues in Oregon schools

Class-size bill would increase costs without necessarily helping students, administrators say

OSBA representatives discuss Oregon education issues with congressional members

Class-size negotiations bill sets up conflict over potential costs

Bill that would force negotiations over class size moves to House floor

House passes class-size negotiations bill after passionate debate

Willamette High student helps create bill to encourage organ donation

Oregon needs to fix its school system, education advocates tell legislators

OSBA to participate in Advocacy Institute in Washington, D.C.

New OSBA officers continue focus on revenue reform

By going smaller, Woodburn scores big gains on graduation rates

Woodburn’s dual-language programs promote academic success

Woodburn adds counselors to support students and inspire them beyond graduation

Phoenix-Talent waged quiet campaign for bond

OSBA board fills two vacancies on Legislative Policy Committee

Measure 101 approval protects students’ health, school districts’ budgets

Colt Gill picked to be deputy superintendent of public instruction

Some school board members bring decades of experience with education issues

OSBA workshop explains relaxed PERS side account rules

ODE shortens SBAC test, delays plan to replace it

Bill would force school districts to bargain with teachers over class sizes

Tuesday election affects students, school districts

Measure 101 passes, protecting health care for students

Oregon graduation rate increases nearly 2 percentage points

Joint committee will explore Oregon education needs for 2019 session

Vernonia bond campaign reminded voters of school’s importance to community

OSBA supports “yes” vote on Measure 101

New law on public records requests will affect schools

Legislative committee adopts report explaining inadequate education funding

Applicants needed for OSBA Legislative Policy Committee

Vote affirms OSBA re-organization, elects new board members

Alternative and online schools need more oversight, state audit says

State audit suggests three focus areas to lift Oregon graduation rates

Eagle Point boosts graduation rate through attention to attendance

Eagle Point attendance initiative pays attention to every student, every class, every time

Eagle Point graduation coaches make vital connections with struggling students

Deadline fast approaching for OSBA ballots

OSBA convention emphasizes ways to improve graduation rates

Early planning is key to North Clackamas' bond success

Ballot Measure 101 loss in January would threaten State School Fund

December revenue forecast shows steady growth

Pension-related cost projections for 2019-21 pinch school budgets

Statewide report card offers detailed look at public education

SB 208 FAQ: Charter schools and interscholastic activities (Updated)

OSBA School Board Members of Color Caucus reaches milestone

Number of Oregon homeless students continues to climb

Report details why school funding isn’t reaching QEM goals

McMinnville overcomes graduation obstacles with steady approach

McMinnville staff learn from each other and learn constantly

Graduation success starts with preparation for kindergarten

McMinnville works to make all parents feel comfortable at schools

McMinnville is focused on getting students to earning a family wage

Voting period opens for OSBA elections, including nonprofit status

School bonds earn wide voter support

Hunt appointed as acting chief of staff at ODE

PERS task force suggests ways to pay down system’s debt

Parkrose’s Karen Gray selected Oregon’s Superintendent of the Year

Registration opens for conference on winning bond campaigns

OSBA’s Annual Convention emphasizes lifting Oregon graduation rates

Revenue reform dominates discussions at OSBA Fall Regional Meetings

Percentage of chronically absent students increases again, according to report

ODE addresses contentious aspects of charter school student activities law

SB 208 FAQ: Charter schools and interscholastic activities

A question of size: Fewer football participants compounds injury concerns

Median class size holding steady in Oregon, according to report

Schools’ and districts’ yearly report cards are online

U.S. Education Secretary DeVos to visit McMinnville High

DeVos visits McMinnville schools to study teaching methods

Noor resigns as deputy schools superintendent; Gill takes over as acting head

A Call to Lead

Measure 98 grants available, and state keeps the process simple

Trail Blazers star tells students respect is key to school success

PERS rates for school districts expected to increase 6.48 percent for 2019

Oregon students beat national average on SAT

Board votes to seek nonprofit status for OSBA

‘Graduation is vital’ video debuts

State testing scores fall slightly from last year

PERS task force explores options to reduce liability that would affect school districts

Bond measure deadlines unchanged, says new guidance from secretary of state’s office

Forest fires force many school athletic activities inside for now

National group reaches out to local school board members for grass-roots action

School year begins with added emphasis on career and technical education

School sports face restrictions based on air quality

U.S. Department of Education approves Oregon ESSA plan

Legislative Report presents all 2017 bills that matter to public schools

School board chair’s idea grows into thriving nonprofit run by students

Kicker announcement won’t affect State School Fund

ODE announces Measure 98 grant amounts

Discuss Oregon’s most important education issues at OSBA Fall Regional Meetings

Voting period opens in November for OSBA board and resolutions

New resources designed to help schools navigate legal currents

Five districts can count exchange students living in dorms for another year

Oregon’s future business leaders have best year at national competition

OSBA attorney discusses cyberbullying on OPB

Well-attended OSBA conference teaches school board members the ropes

July 12 Legislative Highlights is now online

Chalk up some wins for schools with bills that went nowhere

Legislature concludes business, leaving revenue reform work undone

June 30 Legislative Highlights is now online

Education-related bills await action as Legislature races to finish

Subcommittee considers bill adding flexibility to Measure 98 law

Legislature approves funding at $8.2 billion for K-12 schools

Special issue of Legislative Highlights

School board members, superintendents report high satisfaction with OSBA work

Legislature passes $8.2 billion State School Fund; cuts looming

June 23 Legislative Highlights is now online

Funding committee hears Farm-to-School funding bill

With no “Grand Bargain” in sight, revenue-raising bill turns up heat

Native American curriculum bill heard in funding committee

Bill Briefs

Four school districts win approval of Native American mascots

Revenue reform effort is dead, Democrats say

Bill protecting immigrants’ information passes House

Push for revenue reform finds new avenues

June 16 Legislative Highlights is now online

Tax reform bill put under intense public and committee scrutiny

Legislature restores recreational immunity to school districts

Pause for a look at the Legislature before mad dash to sine die

Bill Briefs

The Week Ahead

Tax reform discussion Thursday mostly concerned with business impacts

Foreign exchange boarding students fall in love with remote Oregon towns - Part 2

Foreign exchange students offer more than survival for remote Oregon schools - Part 1

June 9 Legislative Highlights is now online

$8.2 billion State School Fund bill moves quickly despite protests

Bill Briefs

The Week Ahead

Senators pass education funding bill while saying they want to add to it later

‘8.2 just won’t do’ becomes rallying cry against proposed State School Fund figure

Employees would have to contribute toward PERS under cost-containment bill

Legislature passes bill essential to keeping recreational school facilities open to public

Bills affecting bus drivers and drones beat legislative deadline

Subcommittee reshuffled to move bill calling for $8.2 billion State School Fund

Bill Briefs

The Week Ahead

June 2 Legislative Highlights is now online

Legislators tour unique career and technical education program

May 19 Legislative Highlights is now online

May 26 Legislative Highlights is now online

Oregon revenue forecast offers hard numbers for budget wrangling

Superintendents praise bonding programs

Chamber deadline sharpens focus of Legislature’s work

Education funding committee hears governor’s education policy bills

Delay of physical education requirements moves to House floor without opposition

Clean diesel bill keeps on chugging

Bill Briefs

Bill Briefs

The Week Ahead

The Week Ahead

Most bond elections pass, including Portland at $790 million

Legislature gets look at proposed business tax reform details

School Districts with dorms for foreign exchange students

Potential kicker makes reaching adequate school funding harder

State revenue forecast projects likely tax kicker

ODE outlines work of Quality Education Commission

School board candidate filings swing upward this election

May 12 Legislative Highlights is now online

Chief Education Office presents governor’s education policy initiatives

Legislature develops environmental hazards plan for schools

Bill Briefs

The Week Ahead

State Land Board ends sale of Elliott State Forest; next move unclear

Leadership Oregon graduates 20 board members in newest class

Candidates sought for review of physical education materials

Chemeketa instructor named Community Educator of the Year

May 5 Legislative Highlights is now online

Joint Tax Reform Committee works on plan to raise revenue

Bill would fine-tune requirements for dyslexia screenings

Senate bill amending physical education requirements faces House scrutiny

Bill Briefs

The Week Ahead

OSBA presses State Land Board to get full value of Elliott State Forest

Oregon plans to drop Smarter Balanced exam in high school

April 28 Legislative Highlights is now online

‘Structural imbalances’ have state budget near tipping point

Action Alert: Urge a school funding number of $8.4 billion

Bill Briefs

The Week Ahead

PACE Day highlights important school safety issues

PACE Awards recognize InterMountain ESD as School Safety Star, others

State Board of Education approves Oregon plan for ESSA

April 21 Legislative Highlights is now online

Co-chairs present devastating look at $7.8 billion school funding

Bill would alter Measure 98 to give schools more flexibility

Bill Briefs

The Week Ahead

Reynolds re-elected as NSBAC treasurer

New OSBA advocacy materials aimed at #fundourschools

State Land Board moves ahead on sale of Elliott State Forest

OSBA and COSA hold successful Legislative Day at the Capitol

Bill Briefs

Bill would change transfer process for assets like Elliott State Forest

Paid family leave bill presents financial, logistical problems

School board experience prompts transit money bill

Public education campaign gives peek at day in Oregon schools

2016-2017 Salary Survey now available

Supreme Court raises standard for educating students with special needs

Senate Education Committee hears controversial CTE-STEM oversight bill

Hearings on higher education funding bill also look at state’s future

Pilot program would aim to simplify putting more nurses in schools

March 31 Legislative Highlights is now online

The Week Ahead

Bill Briefs

Bill raises issues with schools’ child protection responsibilities

April 7 Legislative Highlights is now online

Bills would protect schools from lawsuits by users of their lands

The Week Ahead

Legislative deadline winnows one-quarter of bills

Deadline helps focus legislative attention of education advocates

Bill would extend deadline for implementing physical education standards

Grants available for transportation projects

Bill Briefs

Education committee hears bill to radically change Measure 98

April 14 Legislative Highlights is now online

Education advocates find compromise on physical education standards

The Week Ahead

OSBA Annual Convention workshop proposals requested

Lawmakers propose deeper cuts to Oregon’s K-12 schools

'Summer Camp' includes pre-conference charter emphasis

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OSBA Bill Spotlight: OEIB proposal gets strong bipartisan support in House

Charter school bills heard in second committee

Ways and Means committee considers P-20 "Strategic Investments"

May 3 Legislative Highlights is now online

Social media bill heard in the Senate

Workshop and student entertainment proposals sought for OSBA annual convention

Listening, sharing and keeping a focus on local control

OSBA resources can help guide new board members

May School Leader News is now online

Jim Green talks about PERS on OPB radio

Legislative Day provides sweet opportunities for board members

Recognition programs seek nominees

Rep. Johnson brings school board perspective to the Capitol

Summer Board Conference is just around the Bend

State Board of Education welcomes two new members

Legislative Highlights to be published on “as needed” basis

Bereavement bill heard in Senate committee

May 10 Legislative Highlights is now online

Senate considers updates to student discipline statutes

Teacher Standards and Practices Commission budget moves to full Ways and Means Committee

Unique challenges discussed at first Urban Issues Day

Revenue forecast shows $271.5 million improvement

Collective bargaining discussion heats up in Senate

Bill proposes changes to interdistrict transfer law; changes to tuition not moving

June 2013 Revenue Forecast released; significant increase to state budget

May 17 Legislative Highlights is now online

School board candidate filings number 972 this year

Local option levies pass; bond issues show mixed results

State School Fund bill stalls in Senate

Oregon Senate approves $6.55 billion appropriation

Legislative session ends; PERS special session possible

Oregon enacts law restricting employer access to employees' social media accounts

OSBA's Miller-Jones interviews Oregon's new interim education chief

Holstedt adds board development to her director position

OSBA welcomes special session on PERS reform, revenue

2013 School Law Conference

2013 OSBA/COSA Legislative Report is available

Brady Fund grant program opens

ODE releases redesigned school report cards

Legal Assistance Trust vacancies

Legislature passes bill package on PERS reform, revenue

OSBA's Regan Talks Public Education on OPB "Think Out Loud" Program

Trending issues: December 2 Webinar on Common Core Standards

Golden Joins In Recognizing Oregon's School Boards

Jan. 29 OSBA Webinar on Oregon Values and Beliefs Survey: The State of Education

TELL Oregon survey will open Feb. 24

OSBA Board welcomes new officers, receives positive audit and financial news

Address poverty to help students achieve

PPS Board member and OSBA Vice President Bobbie Regan comments on the PPS conceptual agreement with its teachers union

ODE seeks nominations for Teacher of the Year

NSBA launches national campaign to support public education

OSBA and NSBA partner to offer National Connection Program

New pricing packages offered for job postings

Trending Issues: April 23 Webinar on Smarter Balanced Assessments

NSBA launches national campaign to support public education

Did you miss the April 23 webinar on Smarter Balanced Assessments?

Miller-Jones discusses school board service on KLCC radio

Affordable Care Act information online

ODE Safe School Resources

Summer Board Conference concludes in Bend

OSBA supports $200 million request for school seismic upgrades

Districts should be on alert for suspected false billings

Brady Fund grant program opens

2014 School Law Conference

Deadline approaches for Leadership Oregon 2015

U.S. Education Department outlines virus resources

Dallas district makes tools available for Ebola response

OSBA debuts “The Promise of Oregon” campaign

Education Department develops Common Core resources

Records Retention

OSBA Executive Director comments on the Ways and Means proposed budget

New benefit for OSBA members: free online publications

Hear OSBA Secretary-Treasurer Sam Lee's radio interview on his meetings with legislators in Washington, D.C.

Ensuring that OSBA emails arrive in mailboxes

School Safety Task Force newsletter - April issue now online

Second “Promise” video features Sublimity Middle (North Santiam SD) student

School board candidate information is online

Legislative Update - Video: March 12, 2015

Measles prevention and treatment resources available to schools

Small district self-directed superintendent search service debuts

Third “Promise” video features Jordan Valley High student

2014-2015 Salary Survey now available

Pacific Region publishes highlights from March NSBA Board meetings

In “Promise” video, Oregonians trace path to success through public schools

Legislative Update - Video: May 19, 2015

Low spending tied to low school performance, analysis finds

Legislative Update - Video: July 8, 2015

2015 OSBA/COSA Legislative Summary is now online

Feds approve Oregon flexibility waiver under ESEA

OSBA passes resolution aiming to cut teen texting while driving

Dr. Nancy Golden introduces the Chief Education Office - July 31, 2015

Read the latest update from Oregon's Chief Education Officer - August 20, 2015

Read Oregon's Chief Education Officer Nancy Golden's final message - August 28, 2015

2015 OSBA/COSA Legislative Report is now online

Chief Education Office Bulletin - December 18, 2015

Brady Fund grant program opens

OSBA staff provide guidance on weapons on campus

OSBA debuts new “Ask HR” blog

Records Retention

Forty-six school board members receive leadership awards

President Doug Nelson leads new OSBA officer lineup

Overview of Title IX – Not Just for Sports

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Chief Education Office Bulletin - June 24, 2016

Workplace Retaliation Claim Primer

Gelser bill addresses fifth-year high school programs

New program rewards board development with scholarship funds

2016 OSBA/COSA Legislative Report is now online

Fulfilling the Promise of Oregon

ODE begins statewide town hall meetings

"Oregon Rising": OSBA, COSA, OEA invite Oregonians to "dream" schools' future

About OSBA's federal advocacy resources

Miller-Jones to retire Jan. 1 as OSBA executive director

Study statewide issues carefully

April School Leader News is now online

Oregon Rising outreach campaign takes wing April 12

Promise update: Districts and ESD share stories of dreaming bigger

New Promise Scholarship Program deadline looms

Registration opens for 'Summer Camp for School Boards’

TELL Oregon survey results released

New K-12 seismic rehab workshops scheduled

‘Promise’ video subject wins prestigious Gates scholarship

OSBA recommends caution in dealing with ‘compliance’ firm

Federal agencies issue transgender guidance to schools

Most bond elections pass as schools seek state matches

Federal government announces rule on overtime

Reynolds elected to NSBAC Board

Chronic absenteeism report outlines barriers, recommendations

OEBB issues proposed rule on opt-out fee

‘Promise’ campaign wins national recognition from NSPRA

‘Oregon Rising’ campaign hits target of 10,000 voices

OSBA Board members will advocate for Oregon schools in U.S. Capitol

Reynolds elected to NSBAC Board

OSBA work group tackles longstanding revenue reform issue

'Summer Camp' in Bend offers Leadership Institute credits

June School Leader News is now online

Promise update: Glencoe High robotics video in editing stages

State, U.S. government and NSBA provide transgender guidance

OSBA Board votes to support IP 65 on November ballot

Eight selected for new Promise Scholarship program

Reminder: OSBA mailing address change effective July 1

Radon testing plans due Sept. 1

Summer Board Conference welcomes school boards to Bend

Oregon biennial school funding shortfall stands at $1.99 billion, report finds

U.S. Department of Education Releases Guidance to Schools on Ensuring Equity and Providing Behavioral Supports to Students with Disabilities

NSBA urges technical needs input on ESSA

Ten OSBA Board positions open soon for nominations

State adopts new rules on lead testing, safety plans

OSBA guidelines on new School Health and Safety Plans

Going out for a bond? Just issued a bond, and wonder what’s next?

Classroom Law Project offers guidance on creating good citizens

OSBA develops new education equity policy with input from leaders

Superintendents, communicators plan response to election rhetoric

OSBA Fall Regionals coming to a location near you

Some common questions about lead exposure

Lead testing and safety plans rise to Oregon schools’ forefront

August School Leader News is now online

Promise update: Glencoe High robotics video to be released

Preventing hazing and cyberbullying

Task force urges caution in selecting after-market doors and locks

Assessment scores show slight increases for 2015-16

New video debuts: Glencoe High robotics team

State work group recommends broader assessments

ODE releases model Healthy and Safe Schools Plan

Brady Fund grant program opens

Brady Fund grant program opens

‘Teaching With Purpose Conference’ coming Oct. 14-15

E-board approves up to $5 million for school lead testing

Senate confirms Wolf’s appointment to TSPC

Green named as OSBA’s new executive director

Resources are available to help combat child sexual abuse

Time is short to save on OSBA Annual Convention registration

Strategies can help address election-related angst in schools

First Responder Appreciation Day is Tuesday, Sept. 27

Three OSBA efforts aligning as 2017 session approaches

Measure 97: Schools solution or regressive tax?

September School Leader News is now online

OSBA Board nomination deadline approaching Sept. 30

Quality Education Model shows longstanding shortfall

Revenue reform remains an elusive goal in Oregon

Oregon Rising report outlines vision for state’s schools

New video and FAQs available on paid sick-time law

PERS Board set to approve 2017-19 rate increases

PERS Board approves rates: $335 million increase for schools

New Oregon School Board Members of Color Caucus debuts

Awards will recognize inspirational student-athletes

School facilities matching grant program benefits 13 districts

State Education Department seeks public input on ESSA

OSBA elections will open Nov. 14

OSBA Annual Convention registration closes soon

State nears historic sale of Elliott State Forest

Elliott State Forest ownership transfer and timeline

State Education Department seeks public input on ESSA

Resolving the revenue reform question requires working together

Leadership Institute award winners will be recognized

October School Leader News is now online

Promise update: Photos completed of ‘Promise Kids’

Teaching with Purpose Conference addresses equity issues

Task force advocates for statewide threat assessment system

State Board of Education seeks student advisor

Labor and employment workshops planned for February 2017

Giant school bonds pass for four Oregon school districts

Oregon voters defeat Measure 97, approve Measures 98 and 99

OSBA Annual Convention highlights need for revenue reform

ODE plans ESSA listening sessions statewide

State Board chairman urges free speech in safe school environments

OSBA Convention materials available online

OSBA calls for revenue reform in response to proposed K-12 budget

North Marion Vacancy Notice

In transition, keep focus on students, ‘our hope for a better world’

PERS’ growing liability draws attention from legislators, officials

OSBA will award $5,000 scholarship checks to six boards

Legislative Assembly enjoys pomp before tackling state circumstances

Three more school board members add education voices to Legislature

OSBA Legislative Services enters new session with new team

January 13 Legislative Highlights is now online

A quick look ahead

Legislative budget framework cuts K-12 spending

Updated: Oregon dropped hours requirement for individual classes

Add your voice to call for better education; we’ll help you

K-12 education faces cuts in legislative budget framework

January 20 Legislative Highlights is now online

Oregon Senate and House of Representatives rosters

Immigration FAQ

‘Get on Board’ urges candidates to run for school, college boards

Graduation rate data focuses attention on equity in education

State Board of Education temporarily revives weather exception to class time

Advocacy Institute brings Oregon perspective to D.C.

Find out what your legislators are doing

OSBA team hits the road to attend legislative receptions statewide

January 27 Legislative Highlights is now online

Board members will advocate for Oregon schools in U.S. Capitol

Measure 98 funding comes with challenges for districts

Legislative session kicks off Wednesday with budget at forefront

SafeOregon tip line

Town Halls give public voice in budget debate

School board members deliver Oregon message to Congress

February 3 Legislative Highlights is now online

The Week Ahead

Budget town halls need to hear voices for education spending

New ‘Promise Stories’ debut today on website

Graduation rate hinges on reaching underserved students, Oregon education official says

Brown unveils $100 million bond proposal for Elliott forest

Bill Briefs

Last chance (well, not really) to introduce bills

House Education Committee learns about Measure 98 challenges

February 10 Legislative Highlights is now online

Public records bill tries to ease some burden on school districts

The Week Ahead

Internship available in Merkley office

U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos Addresses Full Staff

Oregon Department of Education seeks comment on ESSA plan

Growing PERS liability gains attention in Legislature

City Club of Portland fosters PERS discussion

Bill Briefs

Equity in education includes culturally relevant content, advocates for SB 204 say

February 17 Legislative Highlights is now online

Week of hearings spotlight depth of PERS problems

The Week Ahead

Three schools can earn $100,000 fitness centers

Bill putting marijuana on par with tobacco raises employer concerns

Good news in new state budget forecast

State Board of Education approves Measure 98 rules

Threat assessment teams can prevent school violence, task force says

Transgender student ruling doesn’t affect Oregon schools

Bill Briefs

Mandatory class size bargaining divides House Education Committee

State revenue forecast delivers good news but not too good

The Week Ahead

North Clackamas superintendent receives national award

Bill Briefs

Budget puts many missions of Oregon education on display

March 3 Legislative Highlights is now online

Legislature ponders use for excess in PERS contingency fund

Teacher Standards and Practices Commission wants to add staff

The Week Ahead

Portland Public Schools picks superintendent finalist from Atlanta

Timeline for Oregon’s ESSA plan thrown into question

Bill Briefs

Committee considers charter students’ access to activities

March 10 Legislative Highlights is now online

School districts fight addition of hurdles to contracting rules

The Week Ahead

Legislative Day focuses on advocating for school funding

New poll shows voter support for K-12 education and revenue reform

Oregonians want better education and for big business to help pay for it, poll finds

Need for teachers opens loan-forgiveness opportunities

OSBA board picks architect for Multnomah opening

K-12 school funding needs underestimated, district officials say

Resolution aims to force Legislature to fund QEM

North Clackamas superintendent’s quest for equity and excellence

Bill Briefs

Unnecessary workplace bullying bill increases costs, opponents say

March 17 Legislative Highlights is now online

OSBA presses for bill to force Quality Education Model funding

Education advocates explain need for $8.4 billion in State School Fund

The Week Ahead

New name, new look coming Monday for NewsClips

Innovative school-based wellness programs recognized

Current Mediation Report

School funding bill passes hurdle

Veterans Preference - Incorporating into your hiring process

2017 SBC Cassidy testimonial

Media releases and letters to OSBA members

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2020Releases

2019Releases

2018Releases

2017Releases

2016Releases

2015Releases

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Education funding proposal a leadership failure for Oregon students

OSBA opposes class-size bill, which could cost over $500 million

The National School Boards Association apologizes for letter

Most bond elections pass, including Portland at $790 million

School board candidate filings swing upward this election

New Oregon revenue polling results will be released later today

New poll shows voter support for K-12 education and revenue reform

Federal change on transgender guidance should not affect Oregon

OSBA applauds State Land Board action on Elliott

New 'Promise' video debuts on the need to invest in our students

'Get on Board' urges candidates to run for school, ESD and community college boards

Board members will advocate for Oregon schools in U.S. capitol

New OSBA officers and executive director take effect Jan. 1

OSBA convention planned Nov. 10-13 in Portland

Green named as OSBA's new executive director

New 'Promise' video debuts on Glencoe HS robotics team

OSBA members receive recognition

School board members talk funding with Oregon's Congressional delegation in D.C.

Gladstone School District wins national recognition from the American School Board Journal

18 graduate from OSBA's advanced class in school board leadership

Thirty-six school board members receive leadership awards

OSBA announces leadership change

OSBA honors local board members

OSBA’s legislative priorities show sense of urgency

Oregon school board reps press education issues in Washington, D.C.

OSBA board members report productive meetings in D.C.

Jim Green joins OSBA as Deputy Executive Director

Governor taps school board members to help guide higher education

Portland Public Schools Board of Directors rejoins Oregon School Boards Association

Salem-Keizer School Board rejoins OSBA

Oregon school board members head to DC to urge support for education priorities

OSBA Board selects Miller-Jones as OSBA executive director

OSBA applauds co-chairs' budget proposals for education

Miller-Jones and Howatt elected to NSBA positions

Oregon school board members head to DC to urge support for education priorities

Forty-six school board members receive leadership awards

President Doug Nelson leads new OSBA Officer lineup

New "Promise" video debuts on Baker Techinical Institute

"Oregon Rising": OSBA, COSA, OEA invite Oregonians to "dream" schools' future

Miller-Jones to retire Jan. 1 as OSBA Executive Director

Most bond elections pass as schools seek state matches

Reynolds named to NSBAC Board

OSBA Board members advance school priorities in U.S. Capitol

OSBA Board votes to support IP 65 on November ballot

Eight selected for new Promise Scholarship program

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A strange session calls for more member advocacy

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Legislative session’s delayed start opens with remote hearings

Virtual world opens up new lines of advocacy communication

Legislative Briefs

Bills offer contrasting approaches to keeping students safe

If Oregon wants better schools, it must continue to fund the improvements

Legislative Briefs

The Look Ahead

In time of distance learning, online charter schools draw legislative attention

Prevailing wage bills carry disruptive costs for schools

Legislative Briefs

The Look Ahead

Equity and restorative justice bills ask districts to make hard decisions

Legislative redistricting also establishes new lines for school advocacy

Legislative Briefs

The Look Ahead

Class-size bargaining bill returns, challenging equity gains

Waiting to join a virtual meeting is not the same as waiting in the Capitol lobby

Legislative Briefs

The Look Ahead

With first deadline in sight, pressure mounts on ambitious topics

Summer learning programs require planning and input

Legislative Briefs

The Look Ahead

Horrific stories of student abuse create call to action, sometimes in ways that aren’t helpful

Light at the end of the tunnel: Escape or oncoming train?

Legislative Briefs

The Look Ahead

School equity committee proposal seems positive, but details are key

Board development bill offers opportunity to build better school districts

Legislative Briefs

The Look Ahead

In first budget salvo, legislators lowball schools

Something has to give as pressure mounts to move bills in the House

Legislative Briefs

The Look Ahead

Legislative dysfunction endangers education bills with universal support

Facility bills threaten to raise school districts’ costs

Legislative Briefs

The Look Ahead

State budget ‘road show’ is chance to take advantage of legislators’ attention

Protecting teacher diversity serves students

Legislative Briefs

The Look Ahead

Legislators strike deal to speed up floor votes as policy committees slow down

Early learning overlaps K-12 education mission

Legislative Briefs

The Look Ahead

Budget writing committee shuts out school board members

Guest column: School board voice helps the workforce diversity conversation

Legislative Briefs

The Look Ahead

Teacher diversity bill raises layoff concerns

Every Student Belongs bill moving ahead

Legislative Briefs

The Look Ahead

Day of State School Fund reckoning approaches

Weirder than usual weird week puts $9.3 billion as the number to work on

Legislative Briefs

The Look Ahead

Class size bill finding its way despite renewed focus on equity concerns

Revenue forecast recasts State School Funding debate

Legislative Briefs

The Look Ahead

Class-size bill amendments address OSBA, COSA equity concerns

The end is in sight, but this is when legislative funny business happens

Legislative Briefs

Much-improved bill creating school district equity committees moves forward

Now is the time for school board members to get in the action

Legislative Briefs

Policy committees shut down, but money matters still percolating

Hearings emphasize importance of diversifying teacher workforce

Legislative Briefs

Five questions with school board member Rep. Andrea Valderrama

In historic first, Oregon House votes to expel Rep. Mike Nearman

PERS bills rear their heads

Legislative Briefs

Education advocates aren’t alarmed about $200 million veto of State School Fund money

Education department budget contains full Measure 98, Student Investment Account funding

2021 session over? That means it’s almost time to start the next session

2021 session wasn’t all advocates dreamed but wasn’t nightmare either

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2020 legislative session opens with conflict already in the air

Different types of measures have different purposes

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Education issues create heat, if not headlines

Whole lot of reading required for bills to clear Legislature

The Look Ahead

Important education bills survive deadline

The Look Ahead

Small schools could pay price for Capitol drama

The Look Ahead

Legislative walkout leaves education bills in limbo

Quorum and other legislative session questions explained

Four walkouts in 10 months shows Legislature has a deep problem

Special session for pandemic response likely next week

ODE guidance updates Student Success Act process

State, federal and local resources for COVID-19 information

ODE extends pass/incomplete grading to K-8

Executive order closing schools through June 30 builds on previous orders

Legislative board distributes emergency funding, prepares for federal allocations

Grim economic report holds some rays of hope

Summer program, in-person instruction guidances released

Virtual Legislative Days begin this week

Legislature convenes for emergency special session to address policing, COVID-19

What is a special session? Questions and answers

Legislature addresses budget shortfall, other policy issues

Is a third special session possible?

Legislature hears about schools and COVID-19

Legislators discuss revenue report, COVID-19 liability protection

Governor’s proposed budget sets stage for legislative funding discussions

OSBA Board members help shape governor’s budget

Third special session finally offers liability protections for school districts

Federal stimulus package would send relief to schools

Legislative Policy Committee begins 2021-22 process

Walkout threats heighten short session’s feverish pitch

Breakneck pace sends bills forward while still working kinks out

Slowdown proving effective but blunt tactic

Walkout tears at fabric of Legislature

Time to look ahead because session didn’t offer much to look back upon

Introducing the Weekly Scoop!

All eyes are on the May 20 revenue forecast

Budgets, reopening are top school district questions

First special session defined discussion of school district COVID-19 liability

Second special session closes with no liability relief for schools

Broadband should be Oregon priority for students

Wild year adds new concerns for next State School Fund debate

Legislature packs drama and impact into one-day special session

Legislative Briefs

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Legislative Briefs

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'Cap and trade’ holds the business community’s attention

Unemployment insurance, Wage Security Fund and age discrimination raised

Anti-discrimination bill runs into opposition over ‘cash discrimination’

Anti-discrimination bill adds language to require schools to take cash payments

Wage Security Fund, anti-discrimination bills languish during quiet week

2019InterimLegislativeHighlights

The Look Ahead

Student Success Act architect, former school board member move into leadership roles

State is gearing up for Student Success Act implementation even as threats to it remain

The Look Ahead

ODE announces leader for Student Success Act implementation

Questions and, more importantly, answers about PERS reform

The Look Ahead

Challenges to PERS bill filed, implementation issues mount

OSBA/COSA 2019 Legislative Report Available

Work together as a board to build relationships with legislators

The Look Ahead

Oregon School Board Members of Color Caucus members discuss new school year challenges and aspirations

Oregon Department of Education rolls out Student Success Act toolkit

Make your legislators experts on your district

The Look Ahead

Legislature’s interim hearings include education funding, audit subjects

OSBA Legislative Policy Committee openings offer chance to guide advocacy

How an idea becomes a law

The Look Ahead

OSBA Fall Regional Meetings start today

New law will better protect students from predators

Build relationships with legislators before you need them

The Look Ahead

PERS bill contributed to minimal rate increase estimate

Legislative calendar sets the timeline for all session work

The Look Ahead

Oregon Revenue Department to host public video and phone conferences on new tax

Public committee testimony gives legislators ideas

The Look Ahead

Legislative Days return with education-related hearings and 2020 bill concept previews

OSBA convention offers advocacy and legislative lessons

The Look Ahead

Education funding among main topics during November legislative meetings

Page for a day program writes a lifetime memory

The Look Ahead

Oregon Business Plan summit connects education and economy

Capitol e-Subscribe sets up steady stream of legislative information

The Look Ahead

New year brings new education-related laws

Legislative website carries searchable wealth of information

The Look Ahead

Legislative days offer preview of 2020 bills

OSBA partner's report draws attention to afterschool, summer learning value

Boquist conduct hearings stoke partisan tension even after session ends

Advocacy at the intersection of politics and school board service

Student Success committee shut down, plus other news and notes

Now is the time for outreach and advocacy to support Student Success Act

Surprising memo moves away from PERS reform bill provision

House Republicans upend leadership ahead of 2020

School-based health center opportunity expanded (Guest column)

Fall Regional Meetings offer broad look at new laws

Walden’s retirement shakes up Oregon politics

Influential education-focused legislators are leaving Legislature

Legislature hears first citizen complaint under law

Legislative seats continue to shuffle as February session comes into focus

Capitol watchers ponder a short-session walkout as partisan tensions heat up

2019LegislativeHighlights

As climate-tax vote drew near, Senate Republicans disappeared

Historic 2019 Legislature sets up significant education work ahead

Roiling partisanship clouds Senate president’s legacy

Bizarre legislative session still manages to be a success for education

Republicans’ disappearance strands some important bills

For employers, some of the biggest victories were failed bills

Legislative Briefs

Bill to help schools protect students nears the finish line

Bill to help districts with insurance costs heads to Senate floor

No rest for Legislative Highlights

With end looming, legislators are still doing work that is important to schools

With few bills left, interest groups narrow their focus

Legislative Briefs

As sine die nears, education funding committee winds down

Democratic allies win some, lose some on the Senate floor last week

Even in session with historic legislation, ‘little’ bills often make a big difference

Business advocates looking for wins as session winds down

Legislative Briefs

PERS bill drama warns of story lines still to come

Business group challenges Student Success Act

Legislature plows forward with PERS reform despite emotional loss of senator

With legislators spending more time on chamber floor, important bills are moving

Legislative Briefs

Public pension reform would open new education possibilities

Following deadline, legislative committees start shutting down

Senate races to reform PERS while House crawls along

Negotiations over business-altering bills coming to conclusions

Legislative Briefs

The Week Ahead

Major re-investment in Oregon schools finally crashes through

Long-serving education advocates marvel at magnitude of Student Success Act

Focus shifts to taming PERS costs

Legislative Briefs

The Week Ahead

Senate Republicans disappear, taking vote on Student Success Act with them

Bill would force OSAA to have policies to respond to racist incidents

Pressure building in Capitol as bills back up

Advocates need to tell senators to get back to work helping students

Senate Republicans’ demands overlap with business interests

Legislative Briefs

The Week Ahead

Legislature has opportunity to pound sense into ‘misshapen creation’

Education funding notches House win but campaign isn’t over

Don’t let sweet victory distract from advocacy still being needed

Student Success Act negotiations push into other business issues

Legislative Briefs

The Week Ahead

Student Success waiting game continues as members work through tax issues

Historic education moment calls for school board members’ support

Emotional issues ignite Capitol debates

Legislative Briefs

The Week Ahead

Revenue plan work builds toward Student Success Act vote

While Legislature works through bill backlog, Student Success Committee drives on

PERS proposal thrown into education investment debate

Problematic bills for employers survive legislative deadline

Legislative Briefs

The Week Ahead

Legislature poised for generational investment in education

Student Success Committee blunts usual effect of bill-killing deadline

Capitol pause followed by momentous PERS and Student Success action

Local advocates need to push legislators to support education investment plan

Senator’s flip allows marijuana bill to move forward

Legislative Briefs

The Week Ahead

Student Success Committee promises draft amendments this week

Bills scurry to escape looming deadline hammer

Legislative deadline helps advocates narrow their focus

Student Success Committee’s plan adds urgency to need for education advocacy

Gun control, cap-and-trade bills slowed ahead of procedural deadlines

Legislative Briefs

The Week Ahead

Time is right for Joint Committee announcement this week

As first deadline nears, policy bills look to be on the move

For public-sector employers, how much is too much?

Pace keeps picking up as deadlines approach

Legislative Briefs

The Week Ahead

Senate Education Committee to discuss employee misconduct bills

As first legislative deadline nears, proponents push big policy ideas

With spring’s arrival, new crop of legislative education priorities bloom

Education-supporting revenue package visible on horizon

Paid family leave and other employee rights bills have businesses concerned

Legislative Briefs

The Week Ahead

Student Success Committee begins ironing out the details

Labor unions push bill that would give bargaining advantages

Capitol sorting process is beginning to reveal bills of consequence

Videos tell real story of students affected by underfunded schools

Bills pit worker protections against employers’ hiring needs

Legislative Briefs

The Week Ahead

Co-chairs’ budget shifts funding battle to push to get adequate resources

Advocacy campaign transitioning from town halls to state budget hearing testimony

Bill changing independent contractor test would affect pay and benefits

Legislative Briefs

The Week Ahead

One milestone down, co-chairs’ budget yet to come

Workers' comp issues dominate business discussions for the week

Town halls winding down as budget road show begins gearing up

Legislative Briefs

The Week Ahead

Students make impressive pitches for more education funding

Bills explore how to report and investigate workplace harassment

Legislators talk with students during Lobby Day

Legislative Briefs

The Week Ahead

2018_LegislativeHighlights

Political signs point toward Oregon Democratic supermajority in 2019

Legislative Briefs

Short-session issues will come back to haunt 2019 Legislature

As the 2018 session’s time draws short, so do tempers and patience

Pair of bills would bring transit funds to schools and students

The Week Ahead

Legislative Briefs

Legislative Briefs

Governor’s PERS bill moves out of committee

House scheduled to vote on bill to make class size bargaining mandatory

The Week Ahead

Mandatory bargaining on class-size bill scheduled for hearing today

Mandatory bargaining on class-size bill scheduled for hearing today

Joint Committee on Student Success begins yearlong effort to foster better schools

Legislative Briefs

The Week Ahead

Class-size negotiations bill threatens to break school budgets

Short session will get to the big issues quickly

The Week Ahead

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