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.

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.

NABSE News and Upcoming Events

Join us for our Educator Team Building and Networking, Black Science Night, Wellness Gathering, and other Partner Events

ORABSE's June Update newsletter is all about commemorating our Black Honor Roll Students, scholarship winners, and other achievements!

Professional Development, Scholarship and Grant Opportunities, and more announced!

Short Newsletter of upcoming events

For us, the celebration of who we are, what we have endured and accomplished is every day, not just the month of February.

ORABSE Kicks Off Year with In-Person Events, Founder's Birthday, and New Project Manager

Dr. Velma Johnson Dr. Velma Johnson was appointed Chair of the newly formed ORABSE Retirees Committee! The retirees are committed to...

OABSE President’s Message - November 2020 Dr. Keylah Boyer and Elizabeth Casson-Taylor, Co-Presidents of OABSE On behalf of the executive...