Author Archives: Henry VanVuuren

Lake Oswego students shown in “Promise” spotlight

A recent Lake Oswego Review article showed how the Lake Oswego School District is highlighting students’ accomplishments through “The Promise of Oregon” campaign. The article reads, in part: “Members of the all-girls K-8 robotics program were featured as part of the Oregon School Boards Association’s Promise of Oregon campaign, an effort to get local boardsRead More

In “Promise” video, Oregonians trace path to success through public schools

In a video that debuted today as part of “The Promise of Oregon” campaign, 10 adult Oregonians describe how their public school experiences led to professional successes. Among them are Dan Wieden, co-founder of an internationally recognized advertising firm, Linda Tamura, a Hood River historian and author, and Greg Bell, an author and motivational speaker.Read More

Petition continues to soar as critical school vote approaches

In just a month, the “Promise” petition to legislators has already gained more than 6,300 signatures. The petition urges lawmakers to fully fund Oregon’s schools, and is especially timely now that the House has passed a $7.25 billion State School Fund budget that school business officials say will lead to cutbacks in many districts. TheRead More