NETC | About Our goal is to work in collaboration with state educational agencies, the state education agencies from Alaska, Idaho, Montana, oregon, and Washington, http://www.netc.org/home/about.php
Extractions: NETC HOME The Northwest Educational Technology Consortium (NETC) has been providing services and products in the Northwest since 1995. The consortium is made up of the state education agencies from Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington, and the Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory in Portland, Oregon. NETC is one of the network of 10 Regional Technology in Education Consortia in the U.S. and receives funding from the U.S. Department of Education. The mission of the Northwest Educational Technology Consortium is to provide professional development opportunities, access to technical assistance, and support for collegial interaction that allow and encourage educators throughout our region, and especially in K-12 schools, to become informed and fearless users of technology. Our vision is for: Our goal is to work in collaboration with state educational agencies, school districts, universities, regional and national organizations, and telecommunications providers to leverage and extend the wide range of existing services available to educators, students, and parents in the Northwest. We will:
Partnership Profiles. Oregonâs Child: Everyoneâs Business oregons Child Everyones Business oregon Child Care Resource and Referral Network;; state and county agencies of health, education, and child care; http://www.nccic.org/ccpartnerships/profiles/oregon2.htm
Extractions: The Child Care Partnership Project Description In Oregon, raising healthy children is everyone's business. The statewide campaign, Oregon's Child: Everyone's Business, is spreading that message and is motivating businesses, communities, and families to take action. The goal of the campaign is to promote the healthy development of young children. To achieve this goal, the campaign uses the latest brain research to educate the public about the critical first years of life. Oregon's Child: Everyone's Business also distributes lists of simple things that individuals, businesses, and communities can do to make a difference in children's lives. The campaign also publicizes the work of successful programs that connect families with needed services and resources. Partners Oregon's Child: Everyone's Business is a statewide collaboration of more than a dozen public and private organizations. The Oregon Commission on Children and Families coordinate the campaign. Other partners include: the Oregon Association of Family and Consumer Sciences;
Oregon Education Links oregon Association of education Service Districts (OAESD) Represents the education service oregon OnLine - Listing of state agency Web sites. http://www.osba.org/edlinks/oregon.htm
Extractions: You Are Here: Home Other Ed Links Oregon Oregon Education Links American Federation of Teachers - Oregon - Statewide union for affiliated locals of the American Federation of Teachers. America's Schools Program - Brings schools and businesses together in support of Oregon education. When products and services displaying the "America's Schools - Team Member" symbol are sold a portion of the revenue generated is given to the schools signed up for the program. The Chalkboard Project Collaboration of five Oregon charitable foundations focused on strengthening Oregon's K-12 public education system. Confederation of Oregon School Administrators (COSA) - Professional association for school administrators, including superintendents, principals, assistant principals and other central office administrators. E3-Employers for Education Excellence An independent non-profit organization founded in 1996. E3 works in partnership with business, education, and civic leaders statewide. Employment Relations Board - Three member public body appointed by the governor to administer the Oregon Public Employee Collective Bargaining Act.
FinAid | Other Types Of Aid | US State Government Aid oregon State System of Heigher education 700 Pringle Parkway, SE Salem, oregon 973100290 (503) 378-5585 Pennsylvania Higher education Assistance Agency http://www.finaid.org/otheraid/state.phtml
Extractions: US State Government Aid The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is used to apply for most state loan, grant and scholarship programs, in addition to the federal loans and grants. When you submit the FAFSA to the US Department of Education, they forward the information on the form to the state student assistance agency. Each state has a different FAFSA submission deadline. If you submit your FAFSA by March 1, you will be in time for all state deadlines, other than Michigan. If you miss the deadline, you will be ineligible to receive state aid for the entire academic year. Procedures for applying for state prepaid tuition programs and the national guard differ from state to state. The amount of information provided on the state web sites varies from state to states. Some states provide comprehensive information about residency requirements , loan, grant, scholarship and prepaid tuition programs and other state aid programs. Others provide minimal information. We recommend visiting the sites for both your state of residence and for the states of the colleges to which you are applying. A B C D ...
FinAid | Student Loans | Guarantee Agencies AES is a division of the Pennsylvania Higher education Assistance Agency (PHEAA). Related web sites include their student site, GetCollegeFunds.org. http://www.finaid.org/loans/guaranteeagencies.phtml
Extractions: Guarantee Agencies Federal student loans are extremely low risk loans, as compared with other types of unsecured loans, in part because the Federal government guarantees them against default. This section of FinAid provides information about student loan guarantee agencies, also referred to as student loan guarantors and student loan guaranty agencies. Guarantee agencies insure student loans against default. The 1% guarantee fee that is collected from each disbursement is paid to the designated guarantee agency to cover the costs of insuring the loan. (Some guarantee agencies have built up enough of a reserve that they are able to waive or reduce the guarantee fee.) If the borrower defaults, dies or becomes totally and permanently disabled, the guarantee agency reimburses the lender for the balance remaining on the loan. Mapping Your Future Mapping Your Future is a web site sponsored by a group of 35 FFELP guarantee agencies and secondary markets. The site provides information on planning a career selecting a school , and paying for school . It also includes a college admissions and financial aid calendar FFELP Guarantee Agencies American Education Services (AES) alternate link ] is a student loan guarantor located in Pennsylvania. AES is a division of the
Oregon State Resources Web www.oregon.gov/ State Department of education Special education Nancy J. Latini, Ph.D., Web www.ocdd.org Protection and Advocacy Agency http://www.nichcy.org/stateshe/or.htm
Extractions: The offices listed on this state sheet are primarily state-level offices. Even if an office is not close to your home, they can usually put you in touch with resources in your community, as well as provide you with information and assistance about disability issues in your state. If you find that an address or number has changed or is incorrect, please e-mail us at nichcy@aed.org and let us know. Each state sets eligibility ages for services to children and youth with disabilities. For current information concerning this state, please contact the office listed under Department of Education: Special Education United States Senators
Direction Service: Home Page We got our start in 1977 at the University of oregon under a fiveyear Bureau Critical funding comes from United Way, Lane education Service District, http://www.directionservice.org/
Extractions: Overview Direction Service is a multi-program family support agency located in Eugene, Oregon. Our mission is to "assist people with disabilities and special needs to live the fullest lives possible." We are a private non-profit corporation celebrating our 28th year of providing outstanding services to exceptional individuals and families. We got our start in 1977 at the University of Oregon under a five-year Bureau of Education For The Handicapped demonstration grant. In 1982 Direction Service left the University to establish itself as an independent agency, developing and growing a broad base of local and federal support. Critical funding comes from United Way, Lane Education Service District, and Lane County Human Service Commission. We place a premium on involving people with disabilities in every level of the agency's decision making structure, including members of our board of directors, paid employees and volunteers. Direction Service presently has four major programs: Information Services Counseling Center and Assessment Center , and Consortium for Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Special Education
Extractions: Topical Search: Select A Topic All Articles Americans w/Disabilities Act CADRE Collaboration Coming Attractions Communication Skills CR Education Dispute Resolution Options Diversity Early Intervention Español Features CADRE Products For Advocates For Mediators IDEA/IDEA 97 Index Page Mediation Negotiation News Outreach/Promotion Participating in Mediation Partner Organizations Research and Evaluation Resources Sample State Forms System Design Training Resources Video Resource What's New IDEIA 2004 FAQ Text Search: Skip Navigation CADRE Continuum Literature Database Resources ... Archive Email this Print this In 1997, when Congress reauthorized the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA 97), they included the requirement that states make mediation available whenever a due process hearing has been requested. Congress recognized that in states where mediation was available, "parents and schools have resolved their differences amicably, making decisions with the childs best interest in mind."
Education Resource Organizations Directory (EROD) State Higher education Agency. Provide information on the state s education programs, colleges and Website http//www.okhighered.org/ oregon Top http://bcol02.ed.gov/Programs/EROD/org_list.cfm?category_ID=SHE
Willamette Education Service District oregons educational goals. The mission of education Service Districts is based WESD Review, a WESD publication regarding agency and community news and http://www.wesd.org/
Extractions: The mission of Education Service Districts is based on the premise that cooperation is not only possible but desirable, and that one agency can provide services to several other agencies in a cost effective, competent manner so as to minimize duplication. This ESD serves as the administrative agent for more than 40 state and federal projects throughout Marion, Polk, and Yamhill counties. The resources are carefully applied to the benefit of school districts, statewide programs, and in substantial quantity, other service districts in the area. Special education programs, cooperative purchasing, audio-visual services, testing, migrant education, and administrative work could be accomplished in all local school districts, but where economy of scale makes for efficient or better quality the Education Service District provides the means. WHAT'S NEW New Director of Migrant Education Service Center
RNT - Department Of Education Financial Aid Contact the oregon State Student Assistance Commission, the Pennsylvania Higher education Assistance Agency, 1200 North 7th Street, http://www.rnt.org/channels/clearinghouse/deptedu.asp
Extractions: @import url(/css/core.css); State and Federal Requirements Search through our directory of State Departments of Education , which offers contact information and Web links to help you find information about licensure, alternative routes to teacher certification, and financial aid. State Department of Education Requirements Although all states must comply with the federal provision of No Child Left Behind, many states have programs for mid-career changers individuals who already have a bachelor's degreethat are alternatives to the traditional route to teacher certification. Just as teacher certification requirements differ from state to state, so do alternative certification program offerings. In the State Departments of Education directory, RNT provides resources developed by the National Center for Alternative Certification: a coded list of alternative certification programs offered in each state, and an alternative licensure key that describes details about the types of programs offered by each state.
The Berry Botanic Garden | Welcome We are partners with agencies and organizations, local and worldwide, The Berry Botanic Garden 11505 SW Summerville Avenue Portland, oregon 97219 http://www.berrybot.org/
Extractions: A living plant museum Plants from around the world mingle with those of the Pacific Northwest. Stroll the native plant trail and learn about gardening for wildlife. The largest public rock garden on the West coast is a beautiful place to view flowers of the mountains. See uncommon trees, primulas, rhododendrons and more.
Portland Oregon Information Includes links to county and city pages, business, government, education, and oregon TriMet Home Page The transit agency serving the Portland, oregon http://www.herring.org/portland.html
Extractions: Maps Accommodations Transportation Sports Childcare Commerce Miscellany The Portland Page has proved to be one of the most popular destinations on our site, with 366819 accesses since May 13th, 1996. We hope you find the links we've accumulated useful and entertaining. If you find a link that no longer works, just let us know and we'll try to fix it - and if you have suggestions for additions that would enhance this page, we're always open to constructive ideas. Please be aware, however, that while we make a good faith effort to ensure you have a pleasant visit to this site, we are not making any money from this service and in no way warrant the content of any site to which we link. Kindly do not waste your time or ours by sending us flames City of Portland Oregon Home Page Oregon.gov Government, living, visiting, working, business, education, Oregon facts, on-line services. Portland Business Alliance, Portland's Chamber of Commerce
IJive.com Search Engine: Oregon: Education http//www.nwyouthcorps.org/. oregon Christian Home education Association Network OSSC is the state student financial aid agency for oregon. http://ijive.com/Oregon/Education/
CivicVentures.org:: Home www.morrisoncenter.org. Mission The Agency provides a comprehensive range of Mission Portland Community College provides quality education in an http://www.civicventures.org/189.98.html
Extractions: achieve the greatest return on experience. Photos: Alex Harris New adventures in service for Americans over 55. Today, 1,800 Experience Corps members tutor and mentor thousands of children in 14 cities nationwide. Next Chapter initiatives provide individuals who are moving beyond the middle years with ... Sign up to receive our email newsletter MetLife Foundation/Civic Ventures New Face of Work Survey . A new survey shows that half of Americans age 50 to 70 want jobs that contribute to the greater good now and in retirement.
Education And Training A collaboration of US government agencies, public health organizations and A free service of the Public Health Foundation, www.train.org is part of the http://phpartners.org/educ.html
Extractions: A collaboration of U.S. government agencies, public health organizations and health sciences libraries Home News About Partners Sitemap ... Grants and Funding Education and Training Legislation Conferences and Meetings Finding People Discussion and E-mail Lists ... Jobs and Careers Links to educational events and resources, including opportunities for distance learning. Graduate Education Continuing Education and Training Opportunities Resources Related to Education and Training ASPH Member Schools - ( Association of Schools of Public Health ) - List of accredited Schools of Public Health by the Association of Schools of Public Health (ASPH) Association of Teachers of Preventive Medicine - A national association supporting health promotion and disease prevention educators and researchers. Columbia University Aging and Public Health Program - Part of the Mailman School of Public Health, in the Department of and Aging program provides education, training to students and professionals interested in pursuing Public Health graduate degrees concentrated on dynamic aging issues. The program offers MPH, PhD, and DrPh degrees.
School's Out Washington (YWCA Host Agency) agency charged with overseeing K12 education in Washington State. The oregon Department of education website is located at www.ode.state.or.us. http://www.schoolsoutwashington.org/bridge.htm
Sustainable Northwest The program is taught entirely in Wallowa County, oregon and provides (HFHC) is a network of locallyowned businesses, non-profits, and other agencies. http://www.sustainablenorthwest.org/
Extractions: Sustainable Solutions Education Renewing the Countryside: Washington A beautifully photographed and highly informative coffee table book and media project that chronicles forty-three inspiring examples of community development, environmental restoration, natural resources stewardship, and economic success from rural Washington state. Learn more Order now Founders of a New Northwest There are now over 130 inspirational Founders of a New Northwest stories. All are available for free download in Adobe Acrobat PDF format. Learn more about Founders and visit our database of stories. Sustainability in the Inland Northwest Conference Nearly 300 people attended this conference on March 2 - 3, 2005 in Boise, Idaho. Sustainable Northwest has partnered with Sustainable Idaho to promote social vitality, environmental health, and economic resilience in the Inland Northwest. For more info about the conference visit: www.sustainableidaho.org
Extractions: Please help us determine our priorities for 2006 by filling out our form. OAC is an independent non-profit organization which provides legal advocacy services for people with disabilities anywhere in Oregon. OAC is designated under federal law as the protection and advocacy system for Oregon, but it is not a part of the state or federal government. OAC has attorneys and advocates who assist people with disabilities. OAC offers free legal assistance and other advocacy services to individuals who are considered to have physical or mental disabilities. OAC works only on legal problems which relate directly to the disability. OAC staff gives advice and information about the rights of people with disabilities. This includes advice about civil rights, special education, health care, rights to public and private services, guardianship and rights in care facilities. OAC can investigate complaints of abuse and neglect in care facilities and programs. OAC can assist persons with disabilities in advocating for treatment, support or educational services.
