Tag: Positive Youth Development
Governor Signs Senate Bill 1008 into Law
Oregon Youth Authority Director Joe O'Leary was invited to speak at the July 22 signing of the juvenile justice bill in Portland.
Prioritizing Education — With Big Results
A record seven youth graduated high school in June at the J Bar J Boys Ranch residential program in Bend.
‘I’m Proud of How Far I’ve Come’
OYA youth’s dedication to getting to school pays off with not only graduation, but a prestigious four-year scholarship.
Photo Tour: Rivera House
Take a look inside Rivera House, a residential program that serves LGBTQQI youth.
A Place of Their Own
OYA was grappling with how to better serve youth who identify as LGBTQQI. Along came Rivera House.
Oregon Legislature Passes Historic Juvenile Justice Sentencing Reform
OYA's director and deputy director discuss what Senate Bill 1008 will mean for Oregon youth.
OYA Youth Earns Right to Shred His Criminal Record
STAR Court in Marion County provides the opportunity for a clean slate.
Tribal Members Share Traditions with MacLaren Youth
The annual event at MacLaren, organized by The Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, brings ceremonies and mentoring to youth.
Youth build one-of-a-kind canoe
Woodworking teacher Jim Cox leads about two dozen Tillamook youth over several years in a unique building project.
Making the Team
For the first time in more than 30 years, MacLaren athletes had the chance this winter to play against community teams.