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.
Public school funding is complicated. But we explain what you need to know about where the dollars come from and how they are spent.
Our city’s beloved performing arts companies have been hit hard by COVID-19 closures. But they are working to stay afloat and keep on delivering fresh content to families at home. I miss taking my kids to see the costumed Pam Mahon exuberantly and hilariously narrate one of the Kids Concerts at the Oregon Symphony. And …
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We highlight some of the Portlanders helping others in our community during these uncertain times.
The ins and outs of the Portland public school lottery system, and what it means for your family.
Here’s a look at what you need to know about writing the essay for your private school applications.
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?
Everybody loves secrets, right? So every year, as summer kicks off, we like to let you in on ours — the people and places around Portland that we think deserve your attention and applause. And if our picks are already on your radar screen (because, let’s face it, you’ve probably heard of The Unipiper), then …
The call of the yoga pants and messy bun can be strong. We’ve all been there. But these three Portland moms show how you can get back into fashion — and stay in the picture! — after having kids. PHOTOS BY JAMIE CARLE / TEXT BY DENISE CASTAÑON North Portland mom Laura Jansen doesn’t have …
We take a hard look at Portland’s favorite green family wellness trends to see if they really live up to the hype.
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: She wasn’t so great at standardized testing. So when it came time for the Southeast Portlander to take a readiness test in sixth grade to …
From Albany to Zoolights, here’s where to go and what to do this season with kids.
Take our quiz, try a craft, brush up on your trick-or-treat manners, and find out where to party in your costume. QUIZ Think you’re Martha Stewart meets Morticia Addams? Is your personal Zion the Big Lots holiday clearance section on November 1? Do you start baking pumpkin-shaped cookies within minutes of witnessing the first red leaf fall …
The fall’s a fine time to immerse your family in the magic of Portland’s vibrant musical arts scene, from Little Orphan Annie to rousing rock anthems to — say what? — squirrels singing doo-wop. Take your pick from a high-energy assortment of musical theater productions, plus some good old-fashioned rock ’n’ roll gigs, all headlined …
Portland’s green, DIY ethos has given rise to moms who have built successful businesses that center on sustainability — and leave time for their families.
Our guide to hitting the water with the kids, be it pool, lake, river or ocean.
92 daily event picks to make this your family’s best summer yet.
Our readers’ picks for the best local hikes, bike trails, play grounds, indoor play spaces, family-friendly volunteering, fun centers, and fairs and festivals.
Our readers top museums and memberships, movie theaters, birthday spots, performing arts companies, art studios, and kindie musicians and performers.
A PDX Parent deep dive into how the next generation of Oregon babies are being born.
Our readers’ picks for the best in Family Travel and Destinations, plus favorites for parent time!
Two local families show off their beautiful and kid-friendly backyard retreats.
Could your family go zero waste for a week? Our writer gives it a shot.