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Oregon to invest in training the energy workforce of the future
The Oregon Department of Energy’s Energy Workforce Training program will fund training programs to support renewable energy jobs and train people in energy efficiency installations. It's part of the state’s effort to lower overall greenhouse gas emissions.

Oregon students earn more credits, attend school more consistently, but pandemic effects linger
The state’s annual At-A-Glance profiles help families and educators see how their schools are faring. Look up your school's report card.

It’s been a year since the Portland teachers strike. Where are things now?
There have been plenty of wins, lessons learned and changes since the Portland Association of Teachers took to the picket lines this time last year.

Think Out Loud
Oregon Department of Education head shares more on the state’s struggling test results
New data from the Oregon Department of Education show that students have not bounced back to pre-pandemic levels. We'll hear from ODE to learn more.
Oregon education chief emphasizes ‘love and joy’ in schools despite challenges
Going into the new school year, Oregon schools are facing several challenges, from enrollment declines and budget issues to low attendance rates and high student needs. But Charlene Williams said those factors are only part of the story.

Oregon seeks more schools, non-profits, tribes to operate summer meal programs
The Oregon Department of Education is looking to expand its Summer Food Service Program, with grant funds of up to $20,000 available for organizations to start summer meal sites.

Oregon school districts seek to use federal guidance to expand free meal access
Oregon school districts have until Dec. 31 to apply for a waiver to take advantage of the increased eligibility for the current school year.
Oregon Department of Education: Full-time school in the fall, COVID-19 protocols no longer required
The new document replaces ODE's "Ready Schools, Safe Learners".

Absenteeism a growing problem in Portland schools, especially for students of color
"Every month, it gets a little bit worse" acknowledged a PPS administrator at a recent meeting with teachers.

Education
The Strange Case Of Susie Strangfield, Part 2: The Database
The official reasons for Susie Strangfield's ouster had to do with her conduct and project management. But Strangfield says she was punished over a political priority.