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Alternative Education

A variety of private and public alternative schools and programs are evolving to support Oregon's commitment to help students achieve high academic and career-related standards and to pursue their individual goals and interests.

Charter Schools

A charter school in Oregon is a public school operated by a group of parents, teachers and/or community members as a semi-autonomous school of choice within a school district.

Private Schools

Information and links to Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) and other useful information for families considering private school education.

Recovery Schools

A recovery school is a public high school serving grades 9-12 operating through a contract between ODE and one of the following educational entities; an ESD, school district, or charter school. Their purpose is to provide a holistic approach to both education and health care services related to recovery from substance use disorders for students.