Jackson Middle School – Known for its reputation as a Leonard Bernstein “Artful Learning” Leadership School.
Jackson Middle School in the Portland School District located in the Crestwood Neighborhood is loved by both parents and students. The reviews on Great Schools range from students who rave about how much they love the emphasis on art to parents who enjoy how easy it is to get in touch with administrators. Jackson enrolls 6-8th graders and pairs them up with a core group of teachers. These core classes literature, language arts, social studies, science, health and math are focused on but the students can choose from a variety of electives as well. The school is known for its reputation as a Leonard Bernstein “Artful Learning” Leadership School. It offers a unique approach that also allows students to specialize in vocal, instrumental or the more tactile arts. The advanced art class can often be found in the halls, not ditching class merely painting murals for everyone to enjoy.
In addition to their emphasis on art, the school offers Jackson Club a program managed by Stephenson Child Care Association designed to give students a positive place to go before and after school. For students having difficulty with math or reading Jackson offers a mentor program that pairs students together to enhance the learning process. In addition all Jacksons teachers are trained to emphasize the artistic process to further help the students learn. Jackson is located at 10625 SW 35th Avenue, in Portland in the Crestwood Neighborhood. It was rated 9/10 on greatschools.net and was rated 5/5 by parents and students. For more information on Jackson Middle School’s unique take on education in Portland check out their website : http://www.jackson.pps.k12.or.us.
Da Vinci Arts Middle School – Focused in the arts and music
Da Vinci Arts Middle School in the Portland School District is located in the Kerns neighborhood. Students who are not highly focused in the arts will certainly feel out of place with classes ranging from Jazz Ensemble to Fused Glass. The school’s curriculum is heavily influenced by the arts but that in no way diminishes its academic performance. Da Vinci earned an “exceptional” overall rating on its 06-07 Portland education state report card. It also offers advanced courses academic courses such as high school level geometry. Also offered are boys and girls volleyball and basketball, a rock climbing club as well as a book group. Another unique feature of the school are its mixed-age classes. Students of all grade levels interact which allows older students to mentor those just entering the program.
Da Vinci was founded in 1996 by parents and they continue to be a primary motivating force for the school. Several reviewers on Great Schools rave about the parental involvement the school receives and the sense of community it fosters. Students themselves have nothing but good things to say about the the welcoming atmosphere as well. Overall greatschools.net rated it 9/10 and parents gave it 5/5. Those thinking of relocating to Portland need to be aware that students need to find their own transportation to and from school which is located at 2508 NE Everett in Portland in the Kerns neighborhood. There is a three part application process as well as a lottery to get in. For more information check out their website http://www.davinci.pps.k12.or.us/
Wilson High School – Focuses mainly on academic excellence in the transitional sense.
Wilson High School in the Portland School District, located in the Hillsdale neighborhood is a public high school that focuses mainly on academic excellence in the transitional sense. The school offers AP classes in a wide variety of subjects including English, science, mathematics, computer science, music and art, foreign language and social sciences. These courses prepare students to take tests for college credit and are in line with the fact that 80 percent of its graduates go on to some type of college. Academic readiness is reinforced through the Freshman Humanities Seminar which helps freshman become acclimated to the high school experience. Wilson also offers a varied sports program as well as Speech and Debate, Model United Nations, the National Honor Society and student publications.
Wilson is a large school, with over 1500 students and parent reviews on greatschools.net indicate that sometimes students fall through the cracks. The level of discipline and parental involvement may be lower than some schools but a student review indicated that the rigorous academic program more than prepared her for college. Overall greatschools.net gave Wilson High School 9/10 and parent reviews averaged out to 4/5. Wilson High School is located at 1151 SW Vermont St. in the Hillsdale neighborhood.
For more information check out their website at http://wilson.pps.k12.or.us
Grant High School in Portland is targeting Oregon’s educational goals for the 21st century.
According to their website, Grant High School in the Portland School District is targeting Oregon’s educational goals for the 21st century. Grant high school is in the Wilshire neighborhood students are prepared to do well on all state assessments and Grant students score among the highest for Portland Public Schools. In addition the school’s Institute for Science and Mathematics has received regional and national commendations for progress toward national standards This in part may be the work of the school’s certified teachers several of whom were acknowledged as Master Teachers by national professional organizations, business and the community. Grant offers numerous AP courses as well as courses designed for seniors that count towards college credit. The school also offers interscholastic sports and wide array of extracurricular activities including preforming arts and the National Honor Society. Grant is also the site of the district’s Japanese Immersion Program. In which a group of students who have been together all through school will continue to take Japanese cultural classes throughout their high school careers.
Grant High School is located at 245 NE 36th Ave in Portland right next to Grant Park. Greatschools.net ranked the school 9/10. The student reviews of the school were all extremely positive. Students especially enjoy the high quality teachers and the friendly atmosphere. Students who reviewed the school on greatschools.net gave it 4/5. Check out Grant High School’s website at http://www.granths.com
Boise homes for sale and neighborhood info – Portland
The Boise homes for sale have an average price around $350k and average year built around the 1960′s.
The Boise neighborhood sometimes called Boise-Elliot. stretches from inner Northeast Portland into North Portland. It borders Sabin and Elliot. It crosses over MLK blvd and has quick access to the 5 Freeway as well as the 84 and 405. It is also quick and easy to cross over the Fremont or Broadway bridge to get into Downtown Portland. The Boise name came from Reuben Patrick Boise who came to Oregon in 1850. He was an attorney, judge and politician in the Oregon Territory.
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In 1999 the city of Portland created the Mississippi Historic District Target Area to improve public safety, upgrade housing and attract businesses. Now over 40 business have popped up on Mississippi street, some including The Rebuilding Center, Gypsy Chic clothing, The Fresh Pot, Lupa Wine bar, Muddys Coffee House, North Portland Bike Works, Mississippi Records and Mississippi Pizza Pub. The Portland Community Media on MLK is Portland’s public access TV channels. Something I am greatly enjoying and taking advantage of.
One of the oldest bars in Portland – The Hutch on Glisan
One of the oldest bars around, The Hutch on Glisan has been serving the Laurelhurst Neighborhood since 1925. It is a classic example of a neighborhood bar. Friendly staff and strong mixed drinks welcome a wide variety of patrons who enjoy everything from live music to shuffle board.
Wednesday night is Pub Quiz night courtesy of Sharnrock Triviology with a $100 worth of credit going to the winning team. Teams consist of five players and questions Trivia starts at 8 but your team may want to show up early as seats go pretty quick. The Hutch can also be called a Northeast Portland music venue thanks to the live music performances that take place every Saturday night.
The Hutch offers a wide range of beer and a well earned reputation for strong mixed drinks. They have a full lunch and dinner menu with daily food and beer specials. The bar is also open for breakfast on weekends, when an Irish coffee is just the ticket to warm up cold weather outings to the Saturday Market. Happy hour runs every weeknight from 4pm until 7 pm with special drink specials for Trivia contestants every Wednesday.
The Hutch is located at 4606 NE Glisan St in Northeast Portland, directly across from the main entrance to Providence Medical Center. Looking for more Portland Pub Quizzes? Check out the Bitter End at at 1981 W Burnside St or the Delta Cafe at 4607 SE Woodstock Blvd. Looking for more neighborhood bars in Northeast Portland check out Don’s Dugout at 11642 NE Halsey St in the Parkrose Heights Neighborhood or the Concordia Ale House at 3276 NE Killingsworth St in the Alameda Neighborhood
#8 – The Red Light clothing on Hawthorne dress the hip crowd of Portland
Post #8 of 101 cool Portland places. The Red Light clothing store.
I think half of my clothing is from Portland thrift and vintage clothing stores. The Red Light in the Hawthorne district of SE Portland is one of my favorite places to go to get alot of my sweet threads. My pants have old-school style, my shirts are not of the norm that you would find in the average Nordstroms, and even my belts look cool. Yes, they may be used clothing, and for that matter I do not recommend purchasing the cool looking underwear. You just have to draw the line somewhere. I do have a couple pairs of designer jeans, I have to admit, and maybe even a few button up shirts, but may favorites are the one I buy from vintage clothing stores. Check out the Red Light Clothing exchange if you are looking to spice up your wardrobe. 3590 SE Hawthorne Blvd. Portland, OR 97214 located in the heart of the Hawthorne district.
Even The Buffalo Exchange down the block is great too. Similar style and prices, beautiful people every where, and when you are done you have so many great restaurants to walk into with your new look. Wow, you look cool.
Concordia homes for sale, Real Estate and neighborhood info
The Concordia Real Estate in Northeast Portland Oregon is cool. Any neighborhood that has a school that has been converted into a movie theater, pub, restaurant, hotel, soaking pool, whiskey bar, live music, event gatherings, art gallery and tourist attraction has to be noted in the opening line of any neighborhood info blog. Yes, The Kennedy School, a Mcmenamins place has a special spot in my heart. If you have never been, I highly recommend it.
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Other places of interest are Fernhill Park, The Concordia Alehouse, New Seasons health food market and Milagros, baby boutiques. The Alberta Arts district borders Concordia to the south and Vernon to the West.
People relocating to Portland Oregon can expect to find homes in the Concordia neighborhood of $320,000 price range and average year built is around 1957. View homes for sale in the Concordia neighborhood.
Sabin neighborhood, Northeast Portland’s close-in Charm
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The Sabin neighborhood in Northeast Portland Oregon, zipcode 97212. Sabin is a close-in Portland neighborhood that has that feel-good vibe to it. Walking around the streets feels comfortable. There is an easy walk to the local Whole Foods natural organic supermarket on NE Freemont and 15th. Sound Roots school of modern music on NE Beech. Irving park on Freemont and 10th. Sofia, European style clothing on Freemont and 13th. 
You can expect to see beautiful old PDX foursquare and bungalow homes. Average home price is around $349,000 and average year built is around 1946. Just to the north of Sabin is the Alberta Arts district and just to the south is the Irvington neighborhood.
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