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Essay Winners Describe Those Who Inspired Them
Three youth in Oregon Youth Authority facilities recently won a writing contest.
Effective March 14, all visitation at all OYA facilities canceled
A partir del 14 de marzo, todas las visitas a todas las instalaciones de OYA se cancelarán.
‘This is my proudest case’
Nineteen-year-old Jordan B. was recently terminated from OYA custody after making tremendous strides toward success, including getting a Certified Nursing Assistant license and job, and getting her driver's permit.
Coronavirus: What You Need To Know
As of March 2, there are three cases of coronavirus in Oregon. OYA is reviewing its plan to maintain operations to care for youth if staff illness is widespread.
Events Help Youth Learn About and Re-Examine Culture
Six OYA facilities held events to commemorate Black History Month.
Meet Josefina, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
She is the first youth in OYA history to earn this certification while incarcerated.
CTE Program Builds Opportunities at Oak Creek
Six female youth were selected to take an 80-hour course from Baker Technical Institute to become certified heavy equipment operators.
Building Engines, Building Skills
Youth at MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility have the opportunity to build a drag racing engine for the Jefferson High School auto racing club.
Oregon Juvenile Justice Laws Change This Year
Learn about some of the major law changes affecting the juvenile justice system.
‘We can form a better system’
OYA youth and outside law students share their reflections on the class they recently took together.
Learning and Living the Principles of Kwanzaa
OYA youth at the MacLaren and Tillamook facilities participated in the traditions and celebrations of Kwanzaa