Category: Facilities
Drum Circles Connect Youth With Native Culture
The goal is to give youth a sense of community to help them transition out of OYA facilities successfully.
Bringing the Pacific Islands to Tillamook
A traditional luau meal and a performance of the haka were the highlights of a learning and enrichment event at OYA’s Tillamook facilities.
Rockin’ at Trask River High School
A teacher at OYA's Tillamook facilities shares a simple yet rewarding hobby with students.
Learning Work Skills, Gaining Certifications
Youth Pathways Partnership led a forklift certification class for ten youth at Rogue Valley Youth Correctional Facility.
Students Drive Big Machines — Virtually
Baker Technical Institute recently brought its heavy equipment simulator to the Oak Creek campus.
A New Way of Living
Renovations to the living units at MacLaren aim to better support rehabilitation.
Boot Camp for a Day
Youth at Rogue Valley recently signed up for a voluntary boot camp led by veterans on the facility staff.
Supporting Victims, Engaging Communities
OYA director Joe O'Leary reflects on the rights and roles of victims in the juvenile justice system.
Riverbend Gears Up for Fire Season
Youth at the transitional facility trained this week for their wildland firefighting certification.
Getting on the College Track
A community mentoring program is supporting OYA students in their pursuit of higher education.