District leaders said their goals are to limit bullying and a lack of focus in the classroom and improve student mental health.
Natalie Pate is a K-12 Education Reporter/Producer, specializing in local education news in Oregon, specifically in the Portland area. She writes for multiple publications, including OPB, Herald and News, and Statesman Journal/Gannett, and her work has also been featured on KLCC. Natalie is dedicated to covering the latest developments in education, including teacher strikes, school board negotiations, and superintendent announcements.