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Why does the state put health first. But not education?


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wildfire April 22, 2009


Because of the Oregon School Budget cuts my sons school is losing out on eight teachers next year! Why can't the state put education and health... More » 

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1seremen April 22, 2009


I think good health comes before anything else. Yes! education is a basis need, but children's good health is one of the... More »

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healthy11 April 22, 2009


I agree with 1seremen on this...a person who is not in good health often can't concentrate well on anything else...they... More »

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Fairview grade schools


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wildfire April 4, 2009


My grandson is going to Fairview Elementry next fall! I was woundering if he would have to wear uniforms! thats what i heard! is this true? and... More » 

What preschool do you think is great in Beaverton? Why?


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chrispix August 14, 2008


What preschool do you think is great in Beaverton? Why?

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Mikalan April 2, 2009


My kids attended NW Montessori. We chose the Tigard location at the base of Bull Mtn but there are 5 locations. The... More »

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Looking for a good daycare/pre-school!


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Dana_E March 22, 2009


My family and I are moving to St. Helens in a few weeks and we are seeking daycare. My son has never been in daycare, other than when I provided... More » 

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sbozarth23 March 23, 2009


Hi Dana_E, Welcome to GreatSchools! I can't say I have any recommendations for a preschool in your area... More »

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Share your experiences about a great middle school in Tigard. What makes it great?


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jonsmom August 14, 2008


Share your experiences about a great middle school in Tigard. What makes it great?

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tobtob March 14, 2009


I am a middle school student, all of my friends go to Fowler Middle School in Tigard. Fowler is a cool school because... More »

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Can someone list good Montessori schools in Portland Metro area ( in Oregon)


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kavithau October 23, 2008


Can someone list good Montessori schools in Portland Metro area ( in Oregon)

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4-heidi January 13, 2009


Providence Montessori is fantastic! My daughter began there this past fall (2008) at age 3 1/2 (they'll take as young... More »

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ccwilson597 March 7, 2009


Child Peace Montessori! I nannied for a family for 5 years and both their children attend there. The oldest is 10 now,... More »

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How did you choose a preschool in Beaverton?


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tjlove August 14, 2008


How did you choose a preschool in Beaverton?

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PDXparent February 15, 2009


Yes, I want to know, too!

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triplej March 6, 2009


That depends what factors are important to you. For me the school being a Christian school teaching Christian principles... More »

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What kind of before and after care is offered at elementary schools in Vancouver?


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RIO6321 March 5, 2009


What kind of before and after care is offered at elementary schools in Vancouver?

Talk about your experiences as parent of a high schooler in Lake Oswego. What's good and what's not so good?


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lisaedit August 14, 2008


Talk about your experiences as parent of a high schooler in Lake Oswego. What's good and what's not so good?

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Michellechan March 5, 2009


Hi. I'm a parent also interested to find out more about this questions. If parents out there, can share your experiences... More »

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How does public school enrollment work in Troutdale? What do parents need to know?


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Marian August 14, 2008


How does public school enrollment work in Troutdale? What do parents need to know?

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cksmendoza March 4, 2009


I have been considering the Reynolds Arthur Academy for my daughter but I don't really understand how it works or why... More »

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