General 2 — OALA - Oregon Association of Latino Administrators

OALA Membership

What is OALA?

The Oregon Association of Latino Administrators was formed in April 2002 in an attempt to create a vehicle to support and mentor Latino administrators as well as Latino educators who aspire to become administrators in the state of Oregon. We understand the growing challenges of teaching and administering in schools that are becoming increasingly more diverse. We also understand that it is important for our districts to be a representative of the communities we serve. Our vision to create a forum for Latino administrators and educational leaders that promote equity in leadership positions throughout Oregon cannot be solved without sufficient support.

We ask you to join us, now more than ever in order to address issues of the No Child Left Behind Act, cultural competency, closing the achievement gap and the countless concerns facing our districts OALA is membership driven, and we are dedicated to ensuring the educational success of all Oregon students.

Membership Benefits

Numerous professional growth opportunities including leadership symposiums, conference and panels and workshops.
Mentorship, networking and professional development.
Quarterly newsletter.
Awards and recognition for your work as an educator.
National representation in the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS).
Liaison with TSPC, ODE and Lewis and Clark.
Information online through OALA’s website and Facebook page.

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Partnerships

OALA is committed to creating partnerships with corporate sponsors who share our vision.

Partnership with our association would offer opportunities for advertising, presenting, and visibility among our members and additional school leaders. We invite you to consider the opportunities offered when becoming an OALA partner.

We appreciate your interest in our organization and the work that we do. We look for partners who support our mission: The mission of the Oregon Association of Latino Administrators (OALA) is to promote Latino educators, both current and aspiring into positions of leadership through mentorship, networking, and professional development. OALA will affect the educational interests of all students in Oregon, particularly those of Latino heritage in order to ensure their educational success.