KLCC s Elizabeth Gabriel reports on high school graduation rates for students experiencing homelessness.
Kathleen is a 22-year-old living in Eugene, Oregon. We’re not using her full name to protect her privacy. She’s a young mother of two kids and recently started working as a peer support specialist for a local non-profit that helps youth experiencing homelessness. But Kathleen’s own journey hasn’t been easy. Her experience with homelessness in high school almost prevented her from getting her diploma.
Kathleen has experienced trauma since the age of seven when her father died after suffering from schizophrenia and depression. Her mother struggled to take care of Kathleen and her three siblings. At the age of 14, Kathleen was sexually assaulted. A year later she decided to leave home.
Clackamas County student artists win $50K in scholarships
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k from 107 middle and high school students representing school districts throughout Clackamas County received $50,000 in potential scholarships and other prizes in the fifth annual Clackamas Education Service District Regional Art Show.
Normally held in person and open to the public, the show moved online again this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A virtual awards ceremony held Tuesday, April 27, honored students from eight school districts in Clackamas County who submitted artwork to this year s show.
Thirty juried aw
ards were presented during the virtual ceremony, hosted by Clackamas ESD Superintendent Jada Rupley.
by Nathalie Graham • Apr 23, 2021 at 12:23 pm
Who s making bank and who s not? LESTER BLACK
Three millionaires currently sit on the Seattle City Council, and Mayor Jenny Durkan banks a net worth of $5.6 million.
In November, we ll choose whether we d either like to add another millionaire to the council like progressive small business owner Sara Nelson, who owns two multimillion-dollar homes, or attorney and renter Nikkita Oliver, who is $2,000 in debt. Sponsored $20 lunch and $35 / $50 dinner options. Venues offer takeout, delivery, indoor and outdoor dining.
On the mayoral front, only two candidates are millionaires. On one end of the financial spectrum we have Bruce Harrell boasting a $15.1 million net worth and a Seward Park mansion with a three-car garage. On the other end, we have four of the leading candidates still paying off their student loans.
Her goals include increasing family engagement and student learning opportunities
Jefferson County School District 509-J Board incumbent Jamie Hurd faces Warm Springs resident Lorien Stacona for position 2 in the May 18 special district election. I cherish our community and want to see it continue to grow in a positive way, Hurd said. I m dedicated to our school district, and I am passionate about helping our students thrive. I want them to feel inspired, motivated and ready for life outside of our schools.
Hurd has served on the school board for nearly four years. She and her husband, Jeff, have three children. At one time, she worked as a wildlife biologist for the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. She has served the community as a Madras Aquatic Center Recreation District Board member and has volunteered to support several organizations such as Every Child Matters, Kindred Connections, Department of Human Services, Faith Based Network, Madras Sister City Association,