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We encourage parents and public schools to work together to solve problems or disagreements about a student’s education or school programs. The Oregon Department of Education (ODE) offers information and support to help families and schools handle concerns about students who are enrolled, or could be enrolled, in Oregon public schools from kindergarten through 12th grade. Click on the links below to learn more, including who to contact at ODE for more information about your specific concern.

Students, families, or community members who have questions about civil rights and nondiscrimination in Oregon K-12 public schools or public charter schools or about how to file a discrimination complaint should:  Contact Civil Rights Support Specialists


Complaints handled by ODE


Other Resources:

Private
School
Concerns

For concerns related to Private Schools. 

Teacher Standards & Practices Commission (TSPC)

Complaints about serious misconduct of licensed school staff (i.e. teachers, administrators, etc.)

Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC)

Complaints from students in Oregon-based "post-secondary" schools - above a high school level.

Complaints of employment concerns, including employment concerns in education settings, violation of labor law.