Supporting Equity, Access and Student Success Statewide KairosPDX (Courtesy of Oregon Community Foundation) Oregon Community Foundation is investing more than $1.5 million in education initiatives designed to strengthen student success, expand STEM learning opportunities and support the child care workforce. The investments include grants supporting Black Student Success programs across Oregon; funding for Oregon’s regional STEM Hubs and support for statewide scholarships tha

Trustees recognize outstanding educators Back row, left to right: Board Chair Marilee Scarbrough, Trustee Jeanne Bennett, Nicole Mottier, Sarah Blanchette, Tina Jenkins, Jeff Rush, Kevin Edwards, Bo Li, President Karin Edwards, Dr. William ‘Terry’ Brown. (Photo Courtesy of Clark College) The Clark College Board of Trustees unanimously granted tenure to seven outstanding educators: Kevin Edwards of the Library, Jeff Rush of the Diesel program, Bo Li of Nursing, Nicole Mottier

Recognizing Excellence in Education Ava S. Cabine Ava S. Cabine, member of the Clackamas High School class of 2026, is named the fourth winner of the Avel Louise Gordly Scholarship for Oregon Black Women. Cabine received a $3,500 scholarship, renewable to support four years at her “dream school,” Spelman College. At Clackamas High School, Ava was active in the Black Student Union and the Varsity Dance Team. She was also part of the student council and a member of the National

The Holdens have a long history and connection with Clackamas Community College and the surrounding community Terry and Cheryl Holden Clackamas Community College has received a second historic $5 million gift from long-time career and technical education (CTE) advocates Terry and Cheryl Holden to advance the college’s planned Natural Resources Center.  In 2021, the Holdens donated $5 million to establish the Holden CTE Capital Projects Funds to help support the constructio

A Secret Chord: Poetry, Stories & Art by The PATHfinder & POPS Clubs Photo courtesy of the PATHfinder Network Just four years ago, Portland’s gem of a nonprofit, The Pathfinder Network, brought The PATHfinder Club (TPC) to the teens of Portland with the first TPC at Parkrose High. Since then, the clubs have expanded to other venues, in large measure thanks to unending support from the Parkrose school district and from Superintendent Michael Lopes-Serrae to Principal Molly Ou

Families gain additional time to apply Photo courtesy of Multnomah County Communications Office Multnomah County announced today it is extending the application deadline for Preschool for All to Thursday, May 14, 2026. Originally scheduled to close on April 30, this extension gives families an additional two weeks to apply for the 2026-27 school year. Preschool for All offers families a range of preschool options, including community-based programs, school-based classrooms,

No experience needed; scholarships available The PP&R EAGLE caddies from the 2025 season pose at Waverly Country Club on a sunny day in early 2026. (Photo courtesy of Portland Parks & Recreation) Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) is now accepting applications for the three-year Early Adventures in Golf for a Lifetime of Enjoyment (EAGLE) Caddie Program. This unique program gives current ninth-grade students the chance to gain valuable work experience, earn money over the com

Learn about scholarships and get expert guidance Photo courtesy of Clackamas Community College Clackamas Community College invites students and their families to attend the CCC Financial Aid and Scholarship Application Workshop on April 9, 4:30-6:30 p.m., at the college’s Oregon City campus in the Wacheno Welcome Center. This event is designed to help students navigate the financial aid process, including the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), ORSAA (Oregon Stu

Clark College 2026 Address Highlights Achievements and Challenges LtoR: PTK Student President, Lindsey Quiroz; College President Dr. Karin Edwards; ASCC Student President, Alijah Machida Clark College President Dr. Karin Edwards delivered the annual State of the College address on March 12 in Gaiser Student Center. The address provides an opportunity to share the progress, challenges, and vision guiding the college forward, offering an overview of the institution’s current pr