Those who have supported our efforts over the years know that it is elected state officials who will ultimately decide whether or not our virtual public schools survive and thrive here in Oregon.
Welcome Back to School
Welcome back to school! This is an exciting time for students and parents as the 2018-2019 school year is fully under way. My name is Debbie Thibodeaux, President of the Oregon Virtual Public Schools Alliance (OVPSA) and learning coach to my own three children, ages 9, 14 and 16. OVPSA is a coalition of Oregon virtual public school families and supporters dedicated to the long-term viability of virtual public schools in our state.
Joint Committee on Student Success in Medford - June 5
Dear Virtual School Parent,
On Tuesday, June 5 at 7:00pm, the will be holding a hearing at Pawlowski Athletic Center at Central Medford High School. The Committee will be traveling around the state to hear from students, parents, teachers and administrators. They will explore the best practices in schools around Oregon and develop recommendations to address the gaps that are limiting student success.
It is vitally important that virtual public schools are part of this debate. As a virtual public school family, would you be willing to testify at this hearing to let our state leaders know why a virtual public school is the right fit for your family?
Please see the hearing details below:
Joint Legislative Committee on Student Success
Tuesday, June 5
7:00pm – public hearing
6:30pm – witness registration
Pawlowski Athletic Center
Central Medford High School
815 South Oakdale Ave.
Medford
The virtual school parent voice must be heard in the debate surrounding education in our state. Are you willing to be that voice? Please respond to info@oregonvirtualschools.org if you are interested in testifying at the June 5th hearing in Medford.
Thank you for your consideration of this urgent need.
Sincerely,
Debbie Thibodeaux
President, OVPSA
Parent to Jordan - 9th grade, Baker Web Academy
Michaela - 7th grade, Baker Web Academy
Zach - 3rd grade, Baker Academy
www.oregonvirtualschools.org
info@oregonvirtualschools.org
Education Hearing In Hermiston - April 25
On Wednesday, April 25 at 7:00pm, the Joint Legislative Committee on Student Success will be holding a hearing at Hermiston High School in Hermiston. The Committee will be traveling around the state to hear from students, parents, teachers and administrators. They will explore the best practices in schools around Oregon and develop recommendations to address the gaps that are limiting student success.
Education Hearing In Baker City - April 24
On Tuesday, April 24 at 7:00pm, the Joint Legislative Committee on Student Success will be holding a hearing at Baker High School in Baker City. The Committee will be traveling around the state to hear from students, parents, teachers and administrators. They will explore the best practices in schools around Oregon and develop recommendations to address the gaps that are limiting student success.