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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
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 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
Summer program builds foundational skills for struggling freshmen and sophomores
Student Success Act opponent drops ballot referral effort
PERS reforms do not force contract renegotiations, OSBA concludes
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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
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
OSBA staff meet with members, listen to their concerns
PERS rates for school districts expected to increase 6.48 percent for 2019
Oregon students beat national average on SAT
Early registration for OSBA convention earns discount
Board votes to seek nonprofit status for OSBA
‘Graduation is vital’ video debuts
Members help shape OSBA’s mission at first of regional meetings
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
OSBA wants student entertainers, workshop proposals for convention
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
Salary and Benefits Survey Data
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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
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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
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NSBA launches national campaign to support public education
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Affordable Care Act information online
ODE Safe School Resources
Affordable Care Act resources now posted on OSBA website
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
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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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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
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Miller-Jones to retire Jan. 1 as OSBA executive director
Study statewide issues carefully
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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’
The Challenges Ahead: Sick-time, minimum-wage, PE laws place burden on schools
TELL Oregon survey results released
2015-2016 Salary Survey now available
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
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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
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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
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Legislative budget framework cuts K-12 spending
Updated: Oregon dropped hours requirement for individual classes
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K-12 education faces cuts in legislative budget framework
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‘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.
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January 27 Legislative Highlights is now online
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Measure 98 funding comes with challenges for districts
Legislative session kicks off Wednesday with budget at forefront
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School board members deliver Oregon message to Congress
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Mandatory class size bargaining divides House Education Committee
State revenue forecast delivers good news but not too good
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North Clackamas superintendent receives national award
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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
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Portland Public Schools picks superintendent finalist from Atlanta
Timeline for Oregon’s ESSA plan thrown into question
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Committee considers charter students’ access to activities
March 10 Legislative Highlights is now online
School districts fight addition of hurdles to contracting rules
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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
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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
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Education funding proposal a leadership failure for Oregon students
OSBA opposes class-size bill, which could cost over $500 million
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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State is gearing up for Student Success Act implementation even as threats to it remain
Boquist conduct hearings stoke partisan tension even after session ends
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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
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Bill to help districts with insurance costs heads to Senate floor
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With end looming, legislators are still doing work that is important to schools
With few bills left, interest groups narrow their focus
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Students make impressive pitches for more education funding
Bills explore how to report and investigate workplace harassment
Legislators talk with students during Lobby Day
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Political signs point toward Oregon Democratic supermajority in 2019
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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
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Legislative Briefs
Legislative Briefs
Governor’s PERS bill moves out of committee
House scheduled to vote on bill to make class size bargaining mandatory
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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
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Class-size negotiations bill threatens to break school budgets
Short session will get to the big issues quickly
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