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The University of Oregon and more than 30 female athletes were unable to reach a settlement last week over allegations of gender discrimination.
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Gov. Tina Kotek called the proposed changes a “reset” in how the state funds public education.
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Several rural Oregon school districts have bond measures on the ballot that are still too close to call. Meanwhile, preliminary results show Junction City’s school bond is likely to fail.
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Portland teachers and administrators appear to be getting closer to a deal, as negotiations continue toward an elusive contract settlement.
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Legislators and Portland school district officials held separate press conferences Monday to provide updates on negotiations between the school district and the union representing teachers.
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Teachers and district officials alike have said the standoff — in its second day Thursday — could have been avoided if the Oregon Legislature had appropriately funded schools.
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The Portland Association of Teachers formally began their strike Wednesday morning. Signs carried messages such as: “Our children can’t wait!” “On strike for safe schools,” and “Class size matters.”
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One of Eugene’s premier historical sites that teaches visitors about the Victorian Era has scored a sizable grant. An administrator with the Shelton McMurphey Johnson House says it will improve their educational outreach.
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Excluded from the program since 1994, Oregon adults in custody will soon have the opportunity to apply for a Pell Grant and receive affordable in-prison education.
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House Bill 3198 would provide funding for literacy education. After passing in the House Education Committee, it is now being considered by the Joint Ways and Means Committee.
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Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek has rolled out her first budget plan. She's focused, not surprisingly, on big investments in housing, education and behavioral health.
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A Douglas County education service district will receive nearly $7 million to train new mental health professionals.