Education, Equity and Excellence from Cradle to Career

This series of virtual events is aimed at sharing information, building connections and strengthening pathways for students to enter living-wage careers in the Construction and Manufacturing industries here in Portland.

At the end of this unprecedented school year, how the learnings we’ve gleaned from the last 18 months propel us forward to reimagine and advance more equitable resourcing strategies that support every child to learn, grow and thrive?

Since 2009, Ninth Grade Counts has brought together community-based organizations, schools and other partners to connect students with supports to stay on track to graduate from high school. View the 2021 Summer Program Guide!