Celebrating Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month – a time to celebrate historical and current contributions from women. It’s an opportunity to reflect on the progress women have made while also recognizing the work that remains. At the Oregon Youth Authority, Women’s History Month is a time to focus intentionally on the unique strengths, experiences, and needs of the young women we ...
Trask River High School Students Use Teamwork to Face Engineering Challenge
Students at Trask River High School serving Camp Tillamook and Tillamook Youth Correctional Facility had the opportunity to participate in a 16-week hands-on engineering challenge to create pedal cars that could race each other around the facility track. Led by Trask teachers Mark Roberts and Aaron Yarnell, two teams of students took on the task ...
Holiday support for OYA Youth
There are two ways to support youth this holiday season. Through the Amazon wish lists linked below, or book donations to our youth at MacLaren Lord High School. Facility Wish Lists Each list is stocked with items the youth at that facility have requested to support their living units. Please note: we can only accept ...
OYA celebra el Mes de la Herencia Hispana
El lema del Mes de la Herencia Hispana en 2025, “Herencia colectiva: honrar el pasado, inspirar el futuro”, nos recuerda que la historia, la cultura y las contribuciones de las comunidades hispanas y latinas son centrales para nuestra historia compartida. Estas influencias enriquecen cada esquina de nuestro estado, desde las actividades comerciales y artísticas hasta ...
OYA Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
The 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month theme, “Collective Heritage: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future,” reminds us that the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latine communities are central to our shared story. From business and the arts to public service and community leadership, these influences enrich every corner of our state. This year it ...