School summer camps build solid career skills

School summer camps build solid career skills “How did you spend your summer vacation?” Come next fall, several groups of students across Douglas County will be able to answer that age-old question in very dynamic ways. Here are some examples: “I was part of a team that built

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Workshop explores creative spark

Workshop explores creative spark

Workshop explores creative spark The Umpqua Valley Arts Association is hosting Creating Connection, a daylong seminar and workshop illustrating the power of arts and culture to enrich lives. Participants will learn how to integrate Creating Connection techniques into their messages and programs. The training will be held from

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Soar with summer CTE/STEAM!

Soar with summer CTE/STEAM!

Soar with summer CTE/STEAM! Programs set for Umpqua Valley Expanding Horizons CTE Summer Camps Dates have been set for Umpqua Valley Expanding Horizons Summer Camps! Douglas County middle school and high school students who enroll will be immersed in activities that align with Career & Technical Education programs

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Eugene supt. named to state education post

Eugene supt. named to state education post Gov. Kate Brown has appointed Colt Gill as the State’s new Education Innovation Officer. Gill, an educator for 27 years and the Superintendent of the Bethel School District in Eugene, is charged with developing strategies to advance the Governor’s goal of

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