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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.

Latest Oregon testing data shows schools continue to struggle in math, science and English
The Oregon Department of Education’s assessment data is the most comprehensive temperature check of the state’s public school system. This year’s test results show some improvements, but many students remain below minimum grade-level standards.

Class of 2025 faces final state tests, highlighting Oregon’s troubled relationship with standardized exams
This spring, the Class of 2025, now 11th graders, are taking state assessments for the first time in five years, and for the last time in their school career.

Oregon researchers test wild animals for COVID-19 virus
Researchers with Oregon State University aim to test about 1,600 wild animals for SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

Education
Latest data from the Nation’s Report Card shows reading, math scores down across NW, nation
Yet another recently released set of data shows students nationally recording lower achievement than before the pandemic.

Education
Students making progress, but overcoming pandemic interruptions may take years for some, new research shows
New education research from Portland-based company NWEA shows student learning gains returned to the pace seen before the COVID-19 pandemic.

Education
US Education Department approves Oregon’s request to scale back standardized tests
Oregon leaders originally asked to waive all standardized tests. Testing will only be required in one or two subjects.

Federal education leaders reject Oregon’s effort to fully skip standardized tests
Oregon education officials say they’re “looking at options” with the federal government.

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Oregon Wave Energy Testing Project Moves Forward
The Oregon State University project is designed to speed up the development of wave energy technology in the United States.

science environment
The Northwest Juniper Lumber Industry Is Poised For A Healthy Bump
Western juniper has been relegated to firewood, furniture, raised garden beds and the occasional rural fence post. That’s about to change.