Legislative Town Hall

Town Hall Topic: Education

The second in the series of town halls in our area focuses on our schools and the importance of assuring that Oregon’s education system will be competitive in the 21st Century. This is an exceedingly timely concern both nationally and locally. Speak out, get informed, come participate in a broad exchange of ideas. Everyone has a stake in this important topic and how we can best utilize our limited resources.

A panel representing various aspects of the Oregon’s Educational system will join the discussion and answer your questions.

“Much of what we do as a community revolves around the school house,” said Rep. Brad Witt. “Investing in quality education creates successful careers, competitive businesses and a strong economy.”

“With K-12 funding comprising such a significant part of the state budget,” said Sen. Betsy Johnson, “it is appropriate that we are bringing some experts together to have this discussion about both practice and policy.”

Port of Astoria
11 A.M. - 1 P.M.

Rainier Senior Center
3-5 P.M.

In Rainier our special guests include:
Mike Carter, Superintendent Rainier School District
Joe Esmonde, IBEW Apprenticeship Program
Kathi Fetch, Secretary, Vernonia H.S., OSEA
Local Educators

Senator Betsy Johnson
503 986-1716
900 Court St. NE, S-215
Salem, OR 97301
Email: sen.betsyjohnson@state.or.us
Website: http://www.leg.state.or.us/johnson

State Representative Brad Witt
503-986-1431
900 Court St. NE, H-374
Salem, OR 97301
Email: rep.bradwitt@state.or.us
Website: http://www.leg.state.or.us/witt