Why Portland is Chicago
This next blog post is important to read and understand, as the largest school district in our state, Portland Public Schools, is in a critical contract negotiation process.
Oregon Save Our Schools has four core values: an end to high-stakes testing to evaluate schools, teachers, and students; education policy developed by those closest to the classroom (teachers, family, and community), curriculum developed locally rather than top-down mandates, and fully funding and providing a quality, well-rounded education.
These issues are at the forefront with the latest contract negotiations with Portland Public Schools and the Portland Association of Teachers. We at Oregon SOS understand and agree with the actions taken by the Chicago Teacher's Union as they put a child's learning
