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Silverton Middle School social studies teacher, Samantha Cross, in front of the newly renovated greenhouse. Melissa Wagoner

Back in the greenhouse: Ag education comes to Silverton Middle School

By Melissa Wagoner When Samantha Cross began teaching social studies at Silverton Middle School in December 2021 she noticed there was a large permanent greenhouse adjacent to the track that was largely unused. “I think the last time anyone used it was when the high school was here,” she said. “And up until last week, it was storage for Maintenance.” Saddened […]

Funding boost – CTE modernizes

By James Day The Silverton High School career and technical education program has received a $125,000 shot in the arm. The CTE grant, one of 54 from the state, was part of $7.3 million that will assist 148 middle schools and high schools in programs such as advanced manufacturing, engineering, agricultural science, app development, robotics, tourism, forestry, home renovation and […]

‘BOLD’ innovation: Grant aids Mount Angel’s hands-on school programs

By Mary Owen Mt. Angel School District joined 203 Oregon middle and high schools in securing a part of $10.3 million in grant funds to expand career readiness programs. The Career and Technical Education (CTE) Revitalization Grant funds serve Oregon communities with hands-on learning programs focused on advanced manufacturing, agricultural science, aviation, robotics, forestry, home construction/renovation, engineering, and biomedical/health sciences. […]