2023 Education Policy "Deep Dives"
FBO's 2023 education policy “deep dives” offer an opportunity to learn more about priorities and possibilities emerging during the 2023 legislative session.
Together, we will engage in shared learning and dialogue about policies impacting early learning, K-12 education, higher education, and Oregon's educator workforce.
Zoom access information will be provided upon registration via calendar invitation. Please contact Briana Babbitt at [email protected] with any questions.
Shared Purpose
Building on FBO’s 2023 Legislative Summit, participants at the 2023 Education Policy “Deep Dives” will:
-Continue building shared vision and leadership for Oregon children through ongoing dialogue among policymakers, community leaders, philanthropy, and other education champions.
-Engage in shared learning and dialogue about policy priorities impacting early learning, K-12 education, higher education, and Oregon’s educator workforce in 2023.
-Deepen understanding of state policymaking processes, and identify opportunities to engage with the Legislature and state agencies to advance a more community-centered and racially just education system.
Event Agenda
11:00 a.m.
WELCOME AND ORIENTATION
11:20 a.m.
THE 2023 LEGISLATIVE LANDSCAPE: BUILDING SHARED VISION THROUGH SHARED ACTION
11:35 a.m.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS: 2023 EDUCATION POLICY "DEEP DIVES"
-Early Learning with Rep. Hoa Nguyen and Dana Hepper
-K-12 Education with Sol Mora and Amanda Manjarrez
-Educator Workforce with Sen. Suzanne Weber and Dr. Kimberly Matier
-Higher Education with Rep. John Lively and Ben Cannon
12:20 p.m.
REFLECTIONS AND OPPORTUNITIES
12:30 p.m.
CLOSE
"Deep Dive" Breakout Sessions
Co-led by Rep. Hoa Nguyen and Children's Institute's Dana Hepper
Explore policies and investments in early childhood that are critical to supporting early brain development; the health and well-being of children, families, and communities; and the broader economic well-being of our state.
Co-led by the Coalition of Communities of Color's Sol Mora and FBO's Amanda Manjarrez
Discuss how a more holistic view of equity in education is supported through community-championed bills, which aim to create a more racially just, community-centered education system for Oregon.
Co-led by Sen. Suzanne Weber and the Educator Advancement Council's Dr. Kimberly Matier
Learn about how Oregon is making progress toward ensuring all educators have access to high-quality professional learning and support, and discuss current legislation to address workforce challenges across our state.
Co-led by Rep. John Lively and the Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission's Ben Cannon
Connect what’s top of mind for legislators to ongoing efforts to increase access to higher education for historically underserved communities.
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