The Oregon Education Tax Credit Coalition

Summary: Forty-four percent of Oregon parents would choose private school if they could afford it, while few actually do attend. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Simple legislation that has saved other states millions of dollars has brought hope to thousands of families in other states.

Do charter schools “cream” the best students from neighborhood public schools? According to a new study by Stanford economist Caroline Hoxby, the answer is “no.” Last week the Wall Street Journal reported that charges of charter schools “cherry-picking” the best students is inaccurate.

The history of humanity is generally one of a handful of people trying to control the decisions of the many. From monarchies to communist governments, the tendency of government is clear because human nature is clear. ...

Corbett's K-12 public school is so effective that many parents drive from far and wide so their children can attend what is likely the best public school in Oregon.

Summary: A recent U.S. Supreme Court case requiring a school district to reimburse parents of a disabled child for education expenses widens the gap between the legal rights of disabled children and non-disabled children. ...

Most gradeschool children are enjoying their summer off, but some young Oregonians already have September on their minds. You see, they are on the waiting list of the Children’s Scholarship Fund-Portland and eagerly hope to attend the school of their choice next fall.

Oregon's School Choice Video Contest

One in three students in Oregon's high school class of 2008 failed to get a diploma, a much worse showing than the state previously reported.

David struggled in public school. His individual learning needs were not being met. Teachers were even concerned that he would “not ever be able to pass state test[s]” because of his learning disabilities, explains his mother, Naomi Handsaker. ...

"I am a mother of six living in rural Oregon. Three of my children struggle with writing and their spelling is extremely low. I have hired a tutor--bringing her from out of town at a price we can no longer afford. ...

Why William would like to be able to go to Private School again and what it means to him.