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Why an Oregon high school football player was ejected from rivalry game before kickoff
A situation that transpired before an Oregon high school football game on Friday, Oct. 16, led to one player being ejected before kickoff even happened. The situation transpired at Jefferson High School (OR) as visiting Grant players ran out onto the field for the team's entrance. As the Generals ran onto the field, video shows a Jefferson player coming out and violently shoving a Grant player that was carrying the American flag. That player got up and went to confront the Jefferson player before being separated while the rest of his teammates went to their respective sideline. Portland-area new station KATU reported on the situation, noting the Oregon School Activities Association said the player was ejected due to the conduct. In a statement to the news station, the OSAA stated that "Rivalry game or not, there's no place for this behavior before, during or after a game." While the OSAA does not comment on any disciplinary measures for situations such as that, an ejection typically leads to an athlete being removed from that game and suspended for the next game as well. That athlete is also typically required to complete a sportsmanship course. Portland Public Schools also sent a statement
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Skyview High School Athletes React to Support After Girls' Sports Protest
Skyview High School student-athletes Sierra Retzlaff and Charlie Garrett speak about the encouragement and public attention they've received amid the Washington girls' sports controversy. Following a cross-country race, Sierra describes feeling nervous beforehand but confident while running. She also reflects on how surprising it has been to have so many...
The Lake Oswego Review
KATU.com
Jefferson, Grant High School principals issue statement after uproar over pregame incident
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — The principals for Jefferson and Grant High Schools issued a joint statement to families and community members following an incident before the Oct. 16 football game between the two schools. A video posted on social media appears to show a Jefferson player running into a...
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Jesuit stakes claim to Metro League title with 21-14 win over Westview
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... With a potential Metro League title hanging in the balance, it was Jesuit that prevailed in a 21-14 win over Westview on Friday night, Oct. 23, at Westview High School. Led by running back Luke Ortner and quarterback Jack Wilson, the Crusaders came from...
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Woodburn football falls to visiting Taft on homecoming night
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Woodburn High football team suffered its fifth straight loss, 48-17, to visiting Taft on homecoming night on Friday, Oct. 23. The Bulldogs were in it for a while, but a big play just before the half shifted the momentum as both teams headed for the locker room.
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Salem-Keizer school closures: Board faces December decision
Salem-Keizer school board members are facing a difficult decision that could affect six elementary schools across the district. At Tuesday night’s meeting, board members spent more than an hour discussing the proposed closures, asking district officials questions about the plan and the reasons behind it. The schools being considered are Brush College, Candalaria, Liberty, Englewood, Richmond and Cummings Elementary in Keizer. District officials say aging buildings, poor facility conditions and declining enrollment are driving the proposal. Enrollment has fallen from nearly 42-thousand students in 2017 to about 37-thousand last school year. The Salem Reporter says the board is expected to make a final decision in December, with closures proposed for June 2027.
The US Sun
Shock moment high school football player is slammed by opposing player while carrying American flag before game
A HIGH school football player stunningly bodied a rival player while he carried an American flag onto the field. The shocking incident took place last Friday night between local rival high school football teams in Oregon. Jefferson High School hosted Grant High School in Portland for a Friday night football...
Statesman Journal
What Salem-Keizer parents, board members said about proposed closures
More than 40 parents, students, and community members spoke at an Oct. 20 Salem-Keizer Public Schools board meeting, again opposing a proposal to close six elementary schools. It was the second public meeting centered on a proposal released Oct. 9 . The district is proposing to close Brush College, Candalaria, Cummings, Englewood, Liberty, and Richmond ahead of fall 2027. The closures would be the first in the district since 2012, when the school board passed a resolution to move Middle Grove Elementary students to Chavez Elementary and repurpose Middle Grove. While district officials said the plan to close six elementary schools is "unavoidable" amid declining enrollment, community members have strongly opposed it during lengthy board meetings. Parents have shown up in school colors and gear to fiercely defend their schools, and they've gathered hundreds of petition signatures in hopes of keeping them off the chopping block. They've also lobbied other local elected leaders. Candalaria parents told the Statesman Journal they were meeting with Sen. Deb Patterson, D-Salem, and Rep. Tom Andersen, D-Salem, on Oct. 21. And on Oct. 28, other parents plan to gather at the state Capitol to rally for alternative solutions. Here are three takeaways from the Oct.
KATU.com
Former PPS employee alleges wrongful termination over concerns raised on Procedeo contract
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Questions are swirling around a $61 million contract between Portland Public Schools and project management firm Procedeo, as one former staff member raises alarms and the district points to sizeable savings. Keisha Locklear, who was hired in 2021 as a project manager to help modernize...
KATU.com
Chiefs for Change membership raises questions as Portland, Salem weigh school closures
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — As two of Oregon's largest school districts consider closing neighborhood schools, questions are emerging about a national education organization that counts both district superintendents among its members. Recent social media posts and questions raised during a Portland Public Schools board meeting have focused on Chiefs...
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Skyview football doesn’t plan on letting up after defeating Camas
For all David Dudko accomplished Friday night — three touchdowns, two interceptions and several hard-hitting tackles at middle linebacker — the Skyview senior’s biggest thorn in his side was, well, a stubborn calf cramp. In fact, it struck one play before his 65-yard interception return for a...
Total Pro Sports
High School Football Star Carrying American Flag Onto Field Gets Viciously Attacked By Opposing Player [VIDEO]
Viral video sparks controversy before an Oregon high school football game. The post High School Football Star Carrying American Flag Onto Field Gets Viciously Attacked By Opposing Player [VIDEO] originally published on Total Pro Sports .
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Gov. Kotek joins Lake Oswego high school students in gun safety walkout
Statesman Journal
Mannix, Patterson weigh in on proposal to close Salem-Keizer schools
( This story has been updated with additional information ) Oregon state leaders, including Rep. Kevin Mannix, R-Salem,and Sen. Deb Patterson, D-Salem,spoke out on Oct. 19 and 20 against a proposal to close six elementary schools across Salem-Keizer Public Schools. Mannix said he is concerned about the plan to close Cummings Elementary and Englewood Elementary, both in Mannix's House District 21. Patterson said the closures are a "great concern," with four of the six schools in Patterson's Senate District 10. “Cummings and Englewood Elementary are more than just school buildings. They are important parts of their neighborhoods, bringing families together and providing students with a place to learn, grow, and build lasting connections,” said Mannix in a statement. “I will roll up my sleeves and work with the Salem-Keizer School District, parents, and community members to find solutions that will help keep Cummings and Englewood Elementary open.” SKPS on Oct. 9 announced a plan to close Brush College, Candalaria, Cummings, Englewood, Liberty, and Richmond. School officials described the closures as unavoidable, as enrollment continues to decline in the district. Community members slammed the proposed closures during a school board meeting days later. Patterson, speaking to the Statesman Journal on Oct.
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Principal Mr. Bhear Explains 2026-2027 Class Cuts
Barlow has heard about the class cuts, and for some, that news meant they can’t continue with certain classes they chose. One of the biggest questions is: why ASL? Barlow already had scarce language options to begin with, and now there’s only one. Mr. Bhear explains that a cut had to be made, and the theater department was in serious question.
KATU.com
Portland Public Schools: 100 jobs cut regardless of school closure decision
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Portland Public Schools held a board meeting Tuesday night, discussing the proposed closure of up to 14 schools and saying that more than 100 full time positions will be cut, no matter which option they choose. The district gave an in-depth look at the options...
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La Salle Varsity Football Rushes Through the Season
For the 2026 season, the La Salle varsity football team’s overall record currently stands at 5-2. They have played seven games with their most recent win against McDaniel High School on Friday, Oct. 16 with a final score of 50-6. This year, La Salle decided to go independent after...