The Public Service Building in Salem houses the central offices of the Department of Education. (Oregon State Archives Scenic Images collection)
Present Duties
The Oregon Department of Education (ODE) oversees the education of over 547,000 students in Oregon’s public K-12 education system. ODE programs and services support school districts, students and their families. The agency also provides technical assistance and oversight of special education programs, federal title programs, the state School for the Deaf, education programs in Oregon hospitals and youth corrections facilities.
ODE and the State Board of Education help districts achieve statewide goals by developing policies and standards; providing accurate and timely data to inform instruction; training teachers to use data effectively; administering state and federal grants; and helping districts implement best practices.
Agency Website
Information about this agency's divisions, offices, programs, etc.
Contact Information
Address:
255 Capitol St. NE, Salem 97310
Phone: 503-947-5600
Email:
ODE.FrontDesk@ode.oregon.gov
Contact:
Dr. Charlene Williams, Director
Administrative Rules Coordinator:
See Contact List for Education Department
Legal & Legislative Information
Statutory Authority: ORS
326.111