Category: Agency News

Once in Recovery, Now Role Models
OYA’s mentor training program helps youth turn past addictions into an opportunity to help others.

OYA Facilities Honor Class of 2018
About 100 youth in OYA facilities earned college degrees, high school diplomas, or GEDs.

Oregon Tribes Bring Ceremony — and Mentorship — to OYA Youth
The Confederated Tribes of Grande Ronde host annual ceremonies and talking circles at MacLaren.

Governor Tours MacLaren YCF
During her first visit to an OYA facility, Gov. Kate Brown said she was proud of the agency's work.

OYA Dedicates New Bridge High School
The new building offers expanded educational and vocational opportunities at Rogue Valley Youth Correctional Facility.

Rogue Valley School Honored as High Performance Building
The school's architects were recognized for their work to incorporate efficient energy strategies.

OYA Manager to Present on Positive Youth Development and Isolation
Shannon Myrick will be part of a free webinar sponsored by the Council of Juvenile Correctional Administrators.

Welcome to The U
OYA adopted a new way of working with the most emotionally reactive youth — and both youth and staff have changed for the better.

Looking Forward – 2018
See what OYA is anticipating in the coming year.

OYA Celebrates New Housing and Program Spaces at MacLaren
State legislators helped OYA cut the ribbon for six new living units at MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility.