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Gov. Kotek says her next Oregon budget will prioritize summer learning programs
The governor hinted that lawmakers would be more ready to tap state reserves during the 2027 session as they make difficult decisions over where to spend money.
Springfield School Board sets timeline to fill seat left vacant by De Graff’s resignation
The board voted unanimously to set a July 24 deadline for applicants and expects to conduct interviews and name an appointee three days later.Â
Oregon Country Fair may be for kids of all ages, but actual young kids play a big role
Young attendees of the fair are often the children of workers and vendors. Growing up attending the fair gives them opportunities to learn essential skills and gain lifelong connections.
Citing ‘frivolous’ 4J motion, judge awards fees to former union president’s attorney
The court ruled that Eugene School District 4J must pay Sabrina Gordon’s lawyer almost $30,000 for attorney fees because of the district’s motion to strike, which sought to dismiss Gordon’s case…
Springfield school board approves $3.7 million contract for roof truss repairs
The district will use a loan to finance the construction, which is necessary to continue property insurance coverage. The board is leaning toward a 10-year loan the district will begin paying…
Accreditation commission seeks answers from LCC officials, board
A delegation from LCC will travel to Seattle this week for a meeting with Board of Commissioners of the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. The meeting comes after a tumultuous…
New outdoor playground opens as part of Eugene Science Center expansion
The outdoor science park, which opened last week, doubles the museum’s footprint and offers a fenced-in area for children to climb, slide and run. Three more play structures will be added…
Maldonado elected chair of LCC Board of Education
At the Lane Community College Board of Education meeting Wednesday, July 1, Maldonado marked the end of his first year as a trustee. And he was elected the board chair for…
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2 more Springfield school administrators file notice to sue district, board members
Brett Yancey and Dustin Reese’s January tort claim notice echoes former superintendent and assistant superintendent’s threat to sue board members, contending that board members retaliated against them.
What Springfield schools will pay incoming interim superintendent and assistant
The new leaders of Springfield Public Schools will earn less than their predecessors.
Bethel School Board adopts budget, approves contract with classified union
Bethel will cut some positions through attrition but will not make layoffs. Student-to-teacher ratios will remain the same. Classified staff, who include bus drivers, cafeteria workers, secretaries and other support staff,…
Incoming Springfield schools superintendent shares intent to listen amid public discontent
The June 22 meeting was again attended people protesting cuts to the district’s dual immersion Spanish program. The board approved interim Superintendent Shawn Stover’s contract and also discussed the state’s curriculum…
Student access to trades careers expands, but obstacles linger
Eugene and Springfield students have more opportunities than ever to explore careers in the trades. But gaps remain in shepherding students into apprenticeships and jobs.
4J to move ahead with César Chávez Elementary renaming process
The district will form a committee and engage the public before coming to the board with options. The board also heard information on a small Howard Elementary boundary adjustment and cellphone…
Springfield schools promotes special ed administrator to assistant superintendent
Brian Megert, director of special programs, is expected to take the new job July 1, pending board approval of his contract. He will start with incoming Interim Superintendent Shawn Stover.
Spreading their wings: Kindergarteners end year with excitement
As kindergarteners finish their first year of public school, a teacher says the children seem to have been less affected by COVID than some previous years’ classes.
UO commencement 2026: Graduate, celebrate, don’t forget to hydrate
On a hot but festive morning in Eugene, the University of Oregon class of 2026 marked their accomplishments.
Actress Marlee Matlin urges UO grads (including her daughter) to ‘be yourself’
Read the full transcript of the Oscar winner’s commencement speech, including a bit of advice delivered via sign language.
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