The Heat Is On: How Portland Schools are Teaching Climate Change
With climate change more in our faces than ever before, find out what Portland-area kids are learning in the classroom about environmental issues.
Featured School of the Week: Art World School
Learn more about the Art World School and all it has to offer.
Planning Your Child’s After-School Care
If you’ve been trying to predict what after-school care will look like this year, you’re not alone.
Why Is It So Hard to Find Child Care?
If you’re looking for child care and finding it next to impossible, you’re not alone.
Featured School of the Week: Multnomah Playschool
Nestled amongst the trees in Southwest Portland is Multnomah Playschool, Oregon’s longest running parent cooperative preschool.
Free Preschool Passed! Now What?
Multnomah County voters approved the Preschool for All measure last November. That means universal preschool will be coming to a neighborhood near you — eventually.
Featured School of the Week: St. Rose School
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From our friends at St. Rose School DISCOVER THE LITTLE SCHOOL WHERE BIG THINGS HAPPEN Since 1913, St. Rose School has helped raise saints and scholars in a small community centered on Catholic faith and values. We provide a comprehensive pre-k through eighth grade education that includes art, music, PE and much more, helping to …
Featured Camp of the Week: Brooklyn Robot Foundry
Brooklyn Robot Foundry offers super-fun interactive online robot-building classes for kids.
Featured School of the Week: Portland Jewish Academy
Founded in 1961, Portland Jewish Academy is an independent, inclusive community school that welcomes families of all backgrounds.
GreatSchools Ratings Aren’t the Whole Story
Are online rating systems a good way to learn about schools? One local principal suggests parents dig deeper.
Tips for Families Using Special Education Services During Distance Learning
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By FACT Oregon Students, families and teachers are embarking on a new type of educational journey in the 2020-21 school year. With so many uncertainties, now’s a good time to review what we know for students receiving special education services. Students with disabilities who are eligible for special education services are protected by a federal …
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Featured School of the Week: German International School
The German International School (GIS) is an independent language immersion school located in Beaverton.
The School Budget Breakdown
Public school funding is complicated. But we explain what you need to know about where the dollars come from and how they are spent.
School Open House Guide
Find that perfect fit for the coming year and beyond at one of these Open House events.
Build Your Kindergartner’s Love of Learning — Even If You Are Doing School Online
Encourage your child’s intellectual curiosity and get them eager to learn.
Help Your Kindergartener Have Online Learning Success
Some tips for helping new students adjust to online learning.
Distance-learning Resources for the Fall
Here’s where you can find free school supplies and extra support for distance learning.
Neighborhood Child Care & Preschool Guide
Search for great child care and preschools by neighborhood.
Learning At Home: Lessons from Homeschoolers
Here are some lessons from long-time homeschoolers about school-at-home education.
Two Things You Need to Know to Make a Plan for Day Care or School This Fall
Consider your options and your priorities when deciding on your educational options this fall.
What to Expect in Fall 2020
FACT Oregon shares some points to consider for the school year, particularly if you have a student with an IEP.
A Great Time for Kids to Start Saving
Opening their first savings account is another important milestone, and one that helps them build a strong financial future.
What to Know as Day Cares Reopen
Yay, day cares are opening! But … is it OK to start sending our kids back?
Featured School of the Week: A Renaissance School of Arts and Sciences
A Renaissance School of Arts and Sciences strives to create for each child a sustainable, generative, robust learning environment.
Essential Worker Child Care Directory
Local providers who are registered to provide emergency child care and currently have openings.
Featured School of the Week: Village Preschool of Portland
Teachers and parents collaborate in a safe and engaging space where children can explore, create and become their most authentic selves.
Fun Civics and Geography Apps for Kids
Civics education — understanding the fundamental underpinnings of our democracy — is vitally important now more than ever.
10 Tips for Choosing an Elementary School in Portland
The choice is a big one. Here are some questions to think about to help you decide which school to choose.
