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Small Class, Big Impact

A state education funding windfall could mean smaller class sizes at PPS schools. But are reduced student-teacher ratios really a cure-all?...
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Tutors and Learning Centers

Tutors and learning centers have expertise working individually or in small groups to meet your children's needs. Here are some in the Portland area to help with your family's educational journey....
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ISO Teachers

Portland-area schools are having a hard time filling teacher and substitute openings — especially with diverse candidates and for specialty subjects. Is hope on the horizon?

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Choosing Summer Activities to Inspire Learning

By Dr. Jeri Janowsky, Executive Director of Saturday Academy The Dogwood trees are in bloom and the sun has started to make its debut in the Pacific Northwest, which also […]

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To Test or Not to Test

An increasing number of parents in Oregon are choosing to opt their children out of state standardized testing. April LaCombe’s daughter, Leah, was a great student who excelled at math. The problem: […]

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A Tale of Two States: Comparing OR and WA Schools

A Tale of Two States: Comparing OR and WA Schools...
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Tips for School Transition & IEP Meetings

Tips for Transitioning Students Experiencing Specialized Needs to a New School...
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Five Questions to Ask Your Child’s Teacher About School Tests

Five Questions to Ask Your Child’s Teacher About School Tests...
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Ready or Not

Is your kid “ready” for kindergarten?...
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5 Ways to Prepare Kids for a New School Routine

5 Ways to Prepare Kids for a New School Routine...
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