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To: Superintendents, Charter School Leaders, Principals, Curriculum Directors, Education Partner Leaders and Communicators, K-12 PIOs, Special Education Directors
From: Colt Gill, Director of the Oregon Department of Education and Deputy Superintendent of Public Instruction
Date: April 5, 2023
Re: School Districts Required to Accept Credits from Educational Programs within Oregon
In Oregon, students who complete credits and coursework while enrolled in Youth Corrections Education Programs (YCEP), Juvenile Detention Education Programs (JCEP), Hospital education programs, as well as Long Term Care and Treatment Facilities (LTCT) must be acknowledged and accepted by Oregon school districts. Enacted through Senate Bill 1522 (2022), this requirement creates greater access for students to continue coursework while enrolled in one of these programs, ensuring they continue to make progress toward graduation requirements.
In addition to the acceptance of credits through the education programs named above, OAR 581-021-0210: Evaluating Student Transcripts, has been updated to align with the new law. As such, Oregon school districts are strongly encouraged to review student transcripts and award credit to students who participated in programs prior to the passing of this law.
By recognizing the value of education programs in these facilities, Oregon is creating more opportunities for students to succeed and reach their full potential. This policy change helps students stay engaged in school and graduate with an Oregon Diploma, ultimately leading to more successful outcomes for our students.
This executive numbered memo is being shared via email and is also available in the "About Us" section of the ODE website under News Releases and Executive Numbered Memos.
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