By: Betsy Hammond, Julia Silverman
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Julia Silverman is an Education Reporter at The Oregonian. She covers schools with a particular focus on Portland Public Schools and various metro area districts, while also monitoring statewide education policy and funding issues, including the activities of the Oregon Department of Education. Julia's work has been featured in numerous publications, including The Seattle Times, Governing, and Disability Scoop.
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