Category Schools

Sprague is latest Salem high school to get a remodel
The expansion, completed this fall, adds more space for special education and career programs, as well as a calming room and new science labs.

‘Nation’s report card’ shows Oregon students falling behind in reading and math
Results from the National Assessment for Educational Progress show declines in math and reading proficiency among Oregon fourth- and eighth-graders.

State Republicans bank on winning on education wedge issues: school choice, ‘parents’ rights’
Republicans hope ongoing frustration from pandemic school closures will win over undecided voters in November.

Student attendance, graduation rates down since pandemic, state analysis finds
New data released this week shows the number of Oregon high schoolers on track to graduate has rebounded to pre-pandemic levels.

COLUMN: Tracking the decline of child care options in Salem
Columnist Pamela Ferrara dives into local data on the availability of child care, and explores why the U.S. hasn't made public funding for care a priority.

Nominate a Salem teacher, educator for Crystal Apple awards
After a three-year hiatus following the closure of the Salem-Keizer Education Foundation, the black tie award ceremony recognizing educators is coming back.

Keizer residents can apply for open seat on Salem-Keizer School Board
The school district opened applications Friday for the seat representing zone 6 after the surprise resignation of Danielle Bethell.

Pioneering Salem principal celebrates 90th birthday at namesake school
Retired educator Geraldine Hammond got a warm welcome at the elementary school bearing her name for a special birthday celebration Wednesday.

Thatcher, Walsh face off for new Senate District 11 seat
Sen. Kim Thatcher and Keizer attorney Richard Walsh are seeking the seat representing north Salem and Keizer.
