School District 1J Multnomah

The Archdiocese of Portland operates various ministries, parishes and schools. The various ministries of the Archdiocese include Archdiocesan Catholic ministries, historical commission, pastoral council and Catholic Campaign for Human Development. It also operates the Child Protection and Victim Assistance Office that provides services to victims of sexual abuse. It operates the Office of Communications that maintains liaisons with various television, radio and print media. It provides services for the development of the Archdiocesan Resource Center s media library and upgrading of its Web page. Additionally, the Archdiocese maintains cemeteries that provide burial grounds for members of parishes. Its Archdiocesan historical commission promotes the preservation of historical resources. The Archdiocese of Portland also operates elementary, secondary and high schools, such as Central Catholic High School. The Archdiocese is located in Portland, Ore.

Portland Public Schools serves more than 47,000 students in prekindergarten through grade 12. It operates over 90 educational facilities that include charter, elementary, middle and high schools. The district s athletic activities include cross country, football, soccer, volleyball, golf, tennis, track, softball and swimming. Its student services department works collaboratively with schools, families, students and community partners to support behavioral and academic success of children. The district operates various family support centers that offer interpretation services in Spanish, Russian, Chinese and Vietnamese. Its special education department consists of psychologists, speech pathologists, occupational and physical therapists, educational assistants and adapted physical education specialists. Located in Portland, Ore., the district also offers talented and gifted, vocational education, food service and counseling programs.