School Closure

TALENT, Ore. — One way kids can get outside and learn this spring is by gardening. The Talent Garden Club says one of the easiest things to plant are snow peas. Other easy items to plant could include lettuce, tomatoes, radishes and …

JACKSON CO., Ore. — Libraries aren’t open, but Jackson County Library Services still offers online resources. From writing labs and math tutoring to story time and online books, Jackson County Libraries have a wide range of free resources for all ages. “Having …

ASHLAND, Ore. — A local music teacher is determined that her students keep singing, despite her lessons being canceled with so many staying home. Jenifer Joy is a professional unicorn, who specializes in song and dance. “All my music classes are canceled …

PHOENIX, Ore. — With schools shutdown statewide until April 28, a Phoenix mother is finding learning opportunities in her own backyard. “Education comes in so many different ways,” Amber Grijalva, Phoenix mother, said. Amber is turning statewide school closures into a positive. “What power …

Governor Kate Brown held a press conference earlier today explaining her decision to close public K-12 schools in Oregon for two weeks. The decision came down late Thursday night. The Governor says it was made as a last resort. She says she …

Governor Kate Brown announces the closure of all Oregon schools K-12, starting Monday, March 16 through Tuesday, March 31. In response with concerns over Coronavirus, Oregon schools will take the next two days to finalize plans for operating schools under these measures. …