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The Oregon Education Association is mighty—but slipping
A loss in court and poor educational outcomes have weakened the Oregon Education Association's standing. It has responded with strikes and primary challenges to Democratic incumbents.
North Salem students headed to robotics worlds for second time in school history
North's "Valkyrie" robotics team will compete against students from across the globe in St. Louis beginning Tuesday, April 21.
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Gov. Kotek issues order prohibiting Oregon districts from reducing school days to cut costs
Districts that reduced school days to cover budget holes will need to add them onto the next school year under a new order from Gov. Tina Kotek.
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School district leaders want earlier state data to avoid unexpected budget cuts
Salem-Keizer Superintendent Andrea Castañeda is among 11 school district leaders calling on the state education department to share financial information earlier in the school year so districts can budget accurately.
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South Salem health career club organizes fun run as students prepare for national competition
A South Salem club that supports future health care workers is having its biggest fundraiser yet to help send two students to a national competition where they will compete in health-related skills.
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Salem-Keizer will pull $14m from savings after state funding comes in low
Superintendent Andrea Castañeda said an inaccurate state method of counting how many students live in poverty means the Salem-Keizer School District will lose millions in state funding next school year.
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In Oregon, a push for school accountability comes with emphasis on local control
Local school districts will be able to set their own goals for school improvement under an accountability plan state education officials unveiled this week.
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UPDATED: School board approves new reading curriculum, appoints student advisers
The Salem-Keizer School Board is poised to adopt new reading materials that have a stronger phonics component for elementary school classrooms.
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Over 100 local educators get a Crystal Apple nod
Leslie Middle School and West Salem High School topped the list of Crystal Apple nominees for outstanding educators, with nine each. Winners will be announced during a ceremony Thursday, May 14.