ORABSE proudly recognizes its 2025–2026 Educator Grant recipients, honoring Black educators for their commitment to professional growth, leadership, and excellence in serving Oregon's students and communities.

KairosPDX is seeking a full-time Elementary 3–5 Teacher to join its team in Summer 2026. They are looking for an educator who is committed to equity, culturally responsive teaching, collaboration with families and colleagues, and supporting the academic, social, emotional, and cultural growth of upper elementary students.

KairosPDX is currently seeking candidates for a full-time, year-round Elementary K-2 Teacher position, starting Summer 2026. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds, including people of color, to apply.

This year, ORABSE received 69 applications for the Dr. Ernest Hartzog Founders Scholarship. The selection process highlighted the exceptional talent, leadership, dedication, and potential of each applicant. After a thorough review, scholarship recipients were selected in recognition of their academic achievements, community involvement, and future aspirations. ORABSE congratulates all applicants and thanks the volunteers who contributed their time and expertise to this import

As part of Dr. Armstrong’s Lift Literacy Campaign, Readers on the Rise celebrates the joy and power of reading across our schools. 8 ORABSE retirees had the honor of visiting Woodlawn to read with 1st–5th grade students—and we were welcomed with such warmth and enthusiasm.

On April 25, ORABSE hosted its third Restore Refuel Revive Wellness Event, bringing together Black educators from across Oregon for a day of healing, reflection, self-care, and community. Through workshops, meditation, yoga, storytelling, wellness treatments, and meaningful connection, participants had the opportunity to recharge, feel supported, and be reminded that they are not alone in this work.

Chemika Bolden, leader of 4J’s Grow Your Own program, was named the 2025 Educator of the Year by ORABSE for her efforts to diversify Oregon’s educator workforce. Honored at a school board meeting on Sept. 3, she was recognized for her local and statewide impact on equity in education.

Kenneth W. Berry is a lifelong educator, mentor, musician, and arts advocate whose distinguished career spans over 48 years in public...

Michael “Chappie” Grice …earned a Bachelor of Arts from Cornell College in Iowa and the Master of Arts in Teaching from Reed College in...

Chemika Bolden’s journey in education is rooted in lived experience, academic pursuit, and a deep commitment to social justice. A proud...

A proud Grant High School graduate, Nikki Thrower was raised in Northeast Portland and shaped by her family's deep roots in education....

Dr. Ernest Hartzog Legacy Award Marcy Bradley is a proud daughter of Portland and a lifelong advocate for Oregon’s children and...

Mr. Bryan Butcher Jr wins 2024 Oregon Teacher of the Year!

As a member of the Oregon Alliance of Black School Educators (ORABSE), you have the opportunity to elect the organization's officers.

Hello. I’m Vincent Coulter, Mr. Vincent to all my kiddo’s at Prescott Elementary! I have been a hard working, caring and involved...

Cortonio Smith-Myles, affectionately known as Toni, is a cornerstone of the Portland Public School District, serving with unparalleled...