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Report finds nearly a quarter of public school students in Oregon miss nearly a month of school
The Children's Institute partners with the Chalkboard Project, Attendance Works, and EcoNorthwest to release startling analysis of chronic absence rates state-wide.
Report | Press Release | Associated Press article | OPB News article
Child care costs in Oregon exceed college tuition costs
Oregon has the 7th highest child care costs in the nation. That's according to a new Oregon State University study, which found that the average annual cost of day care for one toddler now exceeds the average university tuition cost.
Read about the study | Full study (pdf)
Legislature passes SB 909
The Legislature took a bold and decisive step by passing SB 909 and advancing the Governor's vision for education reform in Oregon. This is a historic victory for all students and particularly for our youngest learners, who are one step closer to having access to the continuum of upstream prevention strategies they need to be prepared for school.
For more information on SB 909, visit http://pathtosuccessoregon.org
Early Learning Initiative @ Earl Boyles Elementary School
We believe in the power of prevention.
We know which programs and services can deliver results.
Together we will demonstrate an innovative and effective approach to ensuring student success.
Along the way, we aspire to change the way Oregonians view education.
Institute Endorses Kitzhaber plan
Read more: Announcement | Op-ed | Report | Executive Summary
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Gov. Kitzhaber addresses national audience in D.C. Watch the video
In his own words: Gov. Kitzhaber outlines his proposed budget: The first step on Oregon's path to a better future
In the Oregonian: Gov. John Kitzhaber says his budget would put Oregon on stable footing
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