Advocating for equity in and between public schools in Oregon.
As it has happened across the country, Oregon’s schools have an equity problem. Commonly called “achievement gaps” are due in large part because of lack of equity between students and between schools.
All students deserve to have access to everything they need to thrive. They can have that with an equitable approach to education and a public that chooses integration over segregation.
Our current initiatives at FFES are focused on Portland. However, as we build momentum, we hope the work we do can extend to other communities across the state.
Our Current Initiatives
Parents for Neighborhood Schools
Parents for Neighborhood Schools was formed to draw attention to the importance of keeping as many neighborhood schools in tact during the PPS Rightsizing process and shedding light on the increased disinvestment in these communities over the past decades.
Integrated Schools: Portland Chapter
We are a community of parents in Portland, Oregon, working to dismantle the racial and socioeconomic segregation in our public schools. We believe that public education is a public good—and that our neighborhood schools are stronger when they reflect the full diversity of our city. Whether you’re navigating your first kindergarten choice or looking to get involved in district-level advocacy, you’ve found a home here. We don’t have all the answers, but we are committed to showing up, listening, and learning together.
Help us advocate for our neighborhood schools.
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