Our History
![]() It was at the National Middle School Conference in November 2002 and the National Migrant Conference in April 2003, both held in Portland, Oregon, that the group expanded from being a regional group into a statewide organization. With support from the Wallace Foundation, the Oregon State Action for Education Leadership Project (SAELP) and Lewis & Clark College, OALA held its first Winter Conference on February 12, 2005. The conference was well attended and established OALA as an organization with a voice in the educational circles of Oregon. |
Our Goals
![]() 2. To ensure educational equity for all students especially those of Latino heritage. 3. To advocate at the federal, state, and local level for equitable educational policies impacting Latino students. 4. To disseminate data related to the changing demographics and their implications for schools in Oregon. 5. To develop strategic partnerships with organizations throughout the state that acknowledges and supports the accomplishments of Latino youth. 6. To provide opportunities to build the capacity in the organization and of its members. To view our complete By-Laws: OALA By-Laws |
Contact Us
![]() Gina Roletto rolettog@gmail.com |