Federal action raises questions for programs People gather for a news conference at the state capitol in St. Paul Minn., on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. (AP Giovanna Dell’Orto) (AP) The Trump administration has said it is freezing child care funds to all states until they provide more verification about the programs in a move fueled by a series of fraud schemes at Minnesota day care centers run by Somali residents. All 50 states will be impacted by the review, but the Republ

Funds aimed at programs improving student outcomes Y.O.U.T.H. (Courtesy of Oregon Community Foundation) The Oregon Community Foundation announced $720,000 in new grants to 30 Black-led, Black-serving nonprofits across Oregon, many located in North and Northeast Portland. The grants are designed to strengthen organizations that improve outcomes for Black students statewide. Through its Black Student Success Initiative, the Oregon Community Foundation has supported culturally l

A campaign to Make Critical Upgrades to Increase Usability Terry and Cheryl Holden Momentum is soaring for the $3.35 million campaign to transform Molalla High School’s Burghardt Sports Complex. Philanthropists Terry (class of 1968) and Cheryl Holden have pledged a transformational $500,000 gift. The Holden’s are splitting their gift with $250,000 supporting the major capital improvements and $250,000 going to an ongoing maintenance fund, ensuring that the facility remains in

S tate Approval Recognizes Program & Strengthens Region’s Education Workforce 2025 BASTE Grads at Commencement Clark College is proud to announce that its  Bachelor of Applied Science in Teacher Education (BASTE) program  has been  fully accredited  by the  Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB) of Washington state.  The board approved the accreditation at its Nov. 13 meeting.   PESB is the state body responsible for reviewing and approving teacher preparation programs