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Oregon Army National Guard Comprehensive Benefit Guide

Understand the valuable cash and non-cash benefits available to Oregon Guardsmen, from tuition support to employment services, and more, beyond just a paycheck. Learn how to access these benefits and maximize your entitlements.

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Environmental Geography and Disaster Management

The causes, impacts, and management strategies for forest fires/wildfires. Learn about anthropogenic causes, natural causes like lightning, and the threat they pose to biodiversity and ecosystems.

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Oregon Statewide Assessment System

Get comprehensive training on the Oregon Statewide Assessment System for ELA & Math Tests. Explore key elements, scheduling, administration details, and resources provided by the Oregon Department of Education.

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Principles and Practices of Ambitious Math Teaching Oregon Math Project

Explore the ambitious math teaching principles and practices outlined in the Oregon Math Project, focusing on sustaining ambitious math teaching through effective planning, teaching, and assessment strategies. Discover how to value and build on students' mathematical strengths to promote equitable o

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Oregon Battle of the Books

Oregon Battle of the Books (OBOB) State Tournament is a prestigious competition that aims to recognize students who enjoy reading, broaden reading interests, increase comprehension, promote academic excellence, and foster teamwork. It heavily relies on the support of over 750 volunteers and sees par

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State of Oregon Phishing Awareness Program Implementation Overview

The State of Oregon has launched a comprehensive Phishing Awareness Program to educate and protect employees against phishing attacks. The program includes phishing simulations, security culture surveys, and clear steps for handling suspicious emails. Various phases have been implemented to ensure a

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Oregon Phishing Awareness Program: Implementation and Strategy

The State of Oregon's Phishing Awareness Program involves a structured approach to combat phishing attacks. It includes various phases such as pilot programs, monthly phishing simulations, and employee engagement strategies. The program aims to educate staff at all levels on identifying and reportin

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Strategies to Address Childhood Obesity and Food Insecurity in Oregon

Various paths to reduce childhood obesity and food insecurity in Oregon are discussed, including the impact of SNAP, soda taxes, and key objectives to focus on. The importance of ensuring interventions do not cause harm over other dimensions is highlighted. The evidence on soda taxes, SNAP program,

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Oregon Legislative Session Highlights 2023

The 2023 Oregon legislative session saw various bills passed, including measures related to opioids, marijuana, alcohol shipment, and youth education. Notable bills include HB 2395 focusing on opioid access and harm reduction, HB 2516 enabling direct sales of marijuana items, SB 616 allowing cider a

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NEMSIS 3.5 Changes in Oregon's EMS Information System Fall 2022

Updated NEMSIS version 3.5 brings significant changes to Oregon's EMS Information System, aiming to help agencies transition from 3.4 to 3.5 by 2022-2023. Oregon is implementing newly collected elements and replacing certain data entry elements to enhance statewide data collection efforts in EMS and

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Doula Billing Procedure Update for Oregon Health Plan Providers

Understand the new billing procedure for doula services under the Oregon Health Plan, including the new procedure code T1033, modifiers HD and 22, and the importance of the update. Learn about correct billing and coding, global billing examples, and different billing scenarios for doula services. Qu

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Understanding Natural Disasters and Their Causes

Explore the various types of natural disasters such as meteorological, geophysical, hydrological, climatological, and biological events, each with unique causes like storms, earthquakes, floods, droughts, wildfires, and more. Learn how these disasters impact the environment and living organisms.

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Medical Geology and Environmental Health Studies at Western Oregon University

Explore the interdisciplinary field of Medical Geology at Western Oregon University, covering topics such as environmental exposure, geological impacts on nutrition, geologic hazards, and water quality. Discover how the Earth's subsystems interact and affect human health, with a focus on pathways of

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Oregon ELPA Summative Assessment Training Module

The Oregon ELPA Summative Assessment is designed to measure English language proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening for students with English learner status. This training module covers topics such as scheduling, administration, key elements, best practices, and the purpose and use

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Oregon Land Title Association

The seminar discusses a legal case involving the sale of land tracts in Oregon. It explores the concept of legal lots, risks to buyers, remedies against sellers, and details of the sale agreement. The case highlights the complexities and implications of land transactions in the state.

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Welcome to Office Hours!

Explore the latest updates on federal funding allocations for education in Oregon, along with insights into the impact of poverty on students. Learn about the SAIPE data, funding roadmaps, and the current poverty rates affecting students in the state. Stay informed on the key developments shaping ed

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Impact of Oregon's Drug Decriminalization on Sentencing Guidelines: Analysis from 2022 NASC Conference

Recent changes in Oregon's drug laws have led to significant reductions in arrests and convictions related to possession of controlled substances. These changes include shifting many drug offenses from felonies to misdemeanors, resulting in a drastic decrease in arrests and convictions since the imp

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Boreal Wildfire Effects and Research Synthesis

The thematic breakout report focuses on the impacts of fire and insect disturbances on the environment, with projects studying wildfires in boreal regions and their effects on ecosystems. Various studies funded by agencies like NASA and ERC aim to understand wildfire vulnerability, resiliency, and c

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Oregon Indian Child Welfare Act (ORICWA) Explained - Expert Q&A

The Oregon Indian Child Welfare Act (ORICWA) enhances protections for Indian families by embedding federal law into state law and providing additional guidance to Oregon courts. This comprehensive guide covers the application of ORICWA, involvement of various parties, and criteria for determining In

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Fuego: AI-Based Wildfire Intelligence System Detecting Rapid Wildfire Behavior

Fuego, developed by Fuego Group UC Berkeley and Fireball, is a real-time AI-based system focusing on wildfire behavior in the Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI). The system detects wildfires early, surpassing predictions for 2080 severity. It emphasizes the impact on low-income communities, particularly

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Ensuring Secure Testing Environments in Oregon Education System

Oregon's Statewide Assessment System (OSAS) emphasizes the critical need for secure testing environments to maintain the validity and accuracy of assessment data. This includes handling secure printed test materials, identifying and preventing improprieties, and reporting any irregularities. From ma

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FireMapper Enterprise: Enhancing Wildfire Management

FireMapper Enterprise is a comprehensive mapping system designed to assist in managing wildfires effectively. It offers offline functionality, easy fireground feature addition, live map generation, resource tracking, and seamless information sharing between systems. Access is tailored for administra

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Understanding CLIA: Ensuring Quality Laboratory Testing in Oregon

Describing the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program in Oregon, focusing on sustainable compliance for quality laboratory testing. Explains the purpose of CLIA, types of certifications, and requirements for laboratories. Highlights the role of the Oregon State Agency in administe

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Understanding Drought as a Geohazard in South Texas

South Texas faces chronic water scarcity due to its semi-arid climate, leading to frequent droughts. This lecture explores the unique characteristics of drought as a geohazard, its specific risks, and the societal impacts it can cause, including direct meteorological and hydrological effects, as wel

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Oregon Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program Overview

The Oregon Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program is designed to incentivize individuals to pursue and remain in the teaching profession, particularly in high-poverty schools. The Oregon Department of Education plays a crucial role in determining school eligibility for the Teacher Cancellation Low Income

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Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) Funding Eligibility and Priority

Entities within the declared disaster area have priority to apply for Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) funding. Eligible applicants include those in Clackamas, Coos, Douglas, Jackson, Jefferson, Josephine, Klamath, Lake, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, Marion, Tillamook, Wasco, Washington, Yamhill Counties,

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Oregon Integrated Strategic Recovery Team Overview

The Oregon Integrated Strategic Recovery Team, led by Stan Thomas and Joan Rave, coordinates recovery efforts in Oregon in collaboration with various federal and state agencies. Their strategy focuses on unifying and coordinating resources to support community rebuilding projects, reduce duplication

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Overview of Hydrogen Economy Policies in California, British Columbia, and Oregon

This document outlines the current hydrogen economy policies in California, British Columbia, and Oregon. California is leading in commitment to hydrogen fueling stations, aiming for ZEV dominance by 2050. British Columbia is investing in fuel cell research and infrastructure development. Oregon tar

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Understanding Brokerage Services for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities in Oregon

Support Services Brokerages in Oregon provide case management for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, offering in-home and community-based services. These brokerages aim to help individuals live independently, advocating for community-based care over institutional settings. Lear

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Oregon Visitor Profile Report - Southern Oregon 2021-2022

This report presents findings from a study of travelers to Oregon conducted by Destination Analysts on behalf of Travel Oregon. It aims to develop a profile of Oregon visitors, understand their travel behaviors and motivations, and provide data to support visitor volume estimates. The study includes

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Oregon Visitor Profile Report: Portland Region 2021-2022

This report presents findings of a study conducted by Destination Analysts on behalf of Travel Oregon to develop a profile of Oregon visitors, understand their travel behaviors, motivations, and in-destination activities, and provide data to support visitor volume estimates. The study involved onlin

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Understanding Wildfires in Europe: Protection and Prevention

Our environment is constantly evolving, and with it comes the pressing need to address environmental challenges like wildfires. In Europe, wildfires pose a significant threat, with a high number of incidents reported annually. This article delves into the impact of wildfires, the extent of forested

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Southern Oregon Peer Workforce Project Findings and Recommendations

The Southern Oregon Peer Workforce Project conducted research to enhance peer training and supervision programs. The project aimed to foster shared learning among peer support services in Southern Oregon, leading to improved advocacy and evaluation capabilities. The findings and recommendations from

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Overview of Oregon Employment Relations Board (ERB) and Its Jurisdiction

The Oregon Employment Relations Board (ERB) plays a crucial role in regulating labor relations in Oregon, overseeing collective bargaining and resolving disputes in both the public and private sectors. Composed of three board members representing labor, management, and the public, the ERB handles is

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Oregon District Continuous Improvement Planning Process

Explore the key components of Oregon's district continuous improvement planning process, including objectives, executive memos, ODE commitments, and the essential elements that all Oregon districts must incorporate into their continuous improvement plans. Learn about the shifts in the overarching vi

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Alaska Wildfires 2017: Overview and Response Efforts

The 2017 Alaska fire season from January 1 to September 15 saw 353 fires covering 652K acres, with 43% caused by natural factors and 57% by human actions. The Alaska Fire Service managed 169 fires in the Upper Yukon Zone, while the state of Alaska dealt with 170 fires and 154 prevention actions. Var

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Advancing Research in Marine Sciences and Atmospheric Environment

CSIRO's Oceans and Atmosphere division is at the forefront of providing valuable insights for managing Australia's marine areas and atmospheric environment. Their research encompasses a wide range of capabilities and programs, focusing on marine protection, resource management, climate prediction, a

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Comparison of Wet-Wipe and Tape Lift Methods for Sampling Wildfire Smoke Residues

This research study compared the performance of wet-wipe and tape lift sampling methods for evaluating the impact of surface char from wildfire smoke residues. The study involved sampling 48 houses in Southern California affected by different wildfires, utilizing side-by-side replicate samples colle

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Trail of Tears Forced Removal from Oregon and California Coast

Joel Palmer and Federal Indian Policy oversaw the forced removal of Native peoples from Rogue River Valley and southern Oregon/northern California coast to the Siletz Coast Reservation between 1856-1860. The brutal journeys, including the First Removals in January 1856 and the harrowing Journey from

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Managing Invasive Plants and Wildfire in Arizona

The Invasive Plant Grant Program in Arizona is actively combating invasive plant species to prevent wildfires and preserve ecosystems. State funds are allocated for projects targeting species like Saltcedar and Buffelgrass. Grant criteria and projects in 2019 and 2020 reveal a focus on eradicating n

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