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Oregon Achieves... Together!
A Message from the Director of the Oregon Department of Education, Dr. Charlene Williams
Dear Education Community,
As we navigate a rapidly changing socio-political landscape, we are reminded that these times bring both challenges and opportunities to lead with a steadfast commitment to our shared values of equity, belonging, and belief in every student. Across Oregon, families, educators, and communities look to us for leadership that centers on the well-being and success of all learners.
While uncertainties remain about potential changes in education policy at the federal level, we are monitoring developments closely. Our focus remains on Oregon's primary role in education and on supporting districts through any transitions that may arise. Together, we will ensure stability and continued progress for the students, families, and communities we serve.
Oregon’s significant investments in schools reflect not only financial commitments but the trust Oregonians place in us to nurture the hopes and aspirations of our students. As stewards of this trust, we recognize the weight of our responsibility and the complexities of the work ahead.
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 This is a reminder from Oregon Department of Education (ODE) Office of Indian Education (OIE) regarding compliance with Senate Bill 13, now known as Tribal History/Shared History (TH/SH).
Overview of Senate Bill 13
Enacted in 2017, ORS 329.493 mandated the inclusion of K-12 Native American curriculum in Oregon public schools and required professional development for educators. Additionally, it provided resources to the nine federally recognized tribes of Oregon to develop place-based curriculum. You can view the full text of the legislation here: ORS 329.493.
Lesson Plans and Implementation
Since 2017, ODE has developed several lesson plans in 4th, 8th, and 10th grades, and continues to expand lessons for all grades (K-12). To comply with the mandate, districts must implement a minimum of one lesson in five content areas, totaling five lessons per grade level in 4th, 8th, and 10th grades. We invite you to be a co-learner in this curriculum and participate in our upcoming Community of Practice. Details are available on the Tribal History/Shared History web page.
More about Tribal History/Shared History...
Application forms and guidance are now available for the Special Education Staff Stipend funds allocated by the Legislature in SB 5701 in 2024.
Links to all documents are now available on the 2024-25 SPED Staff Stipends Grant Webpage.
How to Access Funds
Step 1. Read the Guidance and Frequently Asked Questions documents.
Step 2. Submit the Application Form, including the list of qualifying special education staff (names and position type) to ODE by 5PM on January 13, 2025.
Step 3. Review and sign your grant agreement, which will provide the grant award amount.
Step 4. Once approved, submit the request for funds through ODE’s Electronic Grant Management System (EGMS) and issue stipend payments to qualifying staff.
Contact Us
For additional information, please contact ode.spedstipends@ode.oregon.gov.
We appreciate your dedication to serving Oregon students, families, and educators.
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On Election Day, voters in the Oregon City School District passed a bond measure that got a boost from the Oregon School Capital Improvement Matching (OSCIM) Program. The $6-million in OSCIM funds will be added to the $163-million approved by voters. Commitments are made to districts ahead of the election so districts can inform their communities of the potential for additional funds from the state if the local bond passes. Before submitting an application for the OSCIM Program, districts must also submit a Facilities Assessment and Long-Range Facility Plan. Districts are awarded grants based on their position on the Priority List or First in Time List.
Since the first round of grants in 2016, the OSCIM program has awarded 99 grants, providing more than $450 million in matching funds that added to $7.9 billion in bonds approved by voters.
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The research on the connection between student health and learning is clear: healthy children learn better! The Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) model offers a comprehensive framework to create healthier school environments for both students and staff.
How Schools Can Use the WSCC Model
The WSCC model integrates education and health by focusing on 10 interconnected components, including health education, physical activity, school nutrition, and employee wellness. Its goal is to ensure that every child is healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged while addressing the well-being of school staff.
More about the WSCC model...
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