Oregon Alliance of Black School Educators

Oregon Alliance of Black School Educators Our Mission: To celebrate, support, and inspire Black educators

As part of Dr. Armstrong’s Lift Literacy Campaign, Readers on the Rise celebrates the joy and power of reading across ou...
04/23/2026

As part of Dr. Armstrong’s Lift Literacy Campaign, Readers on the Rise celebrates the joy and power of reading across our schools.

8 ORABSE retirees had the honor of visiting Woodlawn to read with 1st–5th grade students—and we were welcomed with such warmth and enthusiasm.

This time of year can feel busy, so this Read-In is meant to support and complement the amazing work already happening in classrooms—not add to it. Together, we’re building connections, inspiring minds, and grounding ourselves in the power of literacy.

Only 3 more days! Join Angela Braxton-Johnson & Sunshine Dixon in The Art of Living, a creative and immersive workshop d...
04/22/2026

Only 3 more days!

Join Angela Braxton-Johnson & Sunshine Dixon in The Art of Living, a creative and immersive workshop designed to explore the harmony between art and life. Through meditation, music, words, and watercolor, this fluid experience invites you to express, release, and reconnect—no artistic experience required.

Your presence will be honored, your individuality celebrated, and your expression welcomed. This is not about producing perfect artwork, but about using creativity as a pathway for processing, reflection, and self-discovery. Your perspective is your masterpiece, and your story deserves space.

Rooted in improvisation and authenticity, this workshop embraces the beauty of imperfection and the power of simply being yourself. All skill levels and backgrounds are valued in this inclusive space—there is room for you here.

Only 3 more days!Join Angela Braxton-Johnson & Sunshine Dixon in “The Art of Living,” a creative and immersive workshop ...
04/22/2026

Only 3 more days!

Join Angela Braxton-Johnson & Sunshine Dixon in “The Art of Living,” a creative and immersive workshop designed to explore the harmony between art and life. Through meditation, music, words, and watercolor, this fluid experience invites you to express, release, and reconnect—no artistic experience required.

Your presence will be honored, your individuality celebrated, and your expression welcomed. This is not about producing perfect artwork, but about using creativity as a pathway for processing, reflection, and self-discovery. Your perspective is your masterpiece, and your story deserves space.

Rooted in improvisation and authenticity, this workshop embraces the beauty of imperfection and the power of simply being yourself. All skill levels and backgrounds are valued in this inclusive space—there is room for you here.

There are only 5 days left until the ORABSE Wellness Fair—don’t miss your chance to experience a powerful day of restora...
04/21/2026

There are only 5 days left until the ORABSE Wellness Fair—don’t miss your chance to experience a powerful day of restoration, refuel, and revival.

This immersive event brings together interactive workshops, healing sessions, and community-centered activities designed to help you reconnect with yourself and others. Engage in breathwork, meditation, storytelling, yoga, self-care practices, and a variety of enriching experiences—all thoughtfully created to help you relax, recharge, and feel grounded.

This is more than just an event—it’s a space to pause, reflect, and restore your sense of balance. Whether you attend one session or spend the entire day, you’ll leave feeling renewed.

Please note: this event is open to ORABSE members only. To attend, visit the Membership page under the “Get Involved” tab on the website and apply. All the info for the location and schedule will be sent directly to you.

Come as you are. Leave Restored, Refueled, and Revived.

Join Dr. Xylecia Fynn Aikins in her workshop – Empowered and Inspired by Our Stories, an interactive and uplifting sessi...
04/08/2026

Join Dr. Xylecia Fynn Aikins in her workshop – Empowered and Inspired by Our Stories, an interactive and uplifting session designed to celebrate and elevate both individual and collective experiences. Your stories will be Prioritized, Platformed, and Appreciated, helping build resilience, restoration, and wellness through compassionate listening, curiosity, and authentic affirmation. Rooted in the rich West African Griot storytelling tradition, this session fosters connection, community, and the power of being heard. Plus, enjoy freshly pressed ginger shots as a Wellness Inner/Ener-gy Booster—a cheers to our stories!

Join this workshop at ORABSE’s 3rd Wellness Fair!
Saturday, April 25th

Open to ORABSE members—visit our website to learn more and join. More info will be shared through the ORABSE newsletter.

Come Restore, Refuel, Revive.

At this year’s Wellness Fair, we’re thrilled to welcome back Tomara Carter and her workshop, Body, Mind, Soul Therapeuti...
04/06/2026

At this year’s Wellness Fair, we’re thrilled to welcome back Tomara Carter and her workshop, Body, Mind, Soul Therapeutic Touch.

“Massage is more than relaxation—it’s healing. I provide intentional bodywork designed to release tension, calm the nervous system, and restore the natural flow of energy in the body. My goal is to help you feel lighter, looser, and more connected to your well-being.“

Join this workshop at ORABSE’s 3rd Wellness Fair!
Saturday, April 25th

Open to ORABSE members—visit our website to learn more and join. More info will be shared through the ORABSE newsletter.

Come Restore, Refuel, Revive.

Join Graciela Teofield at our Wellness Fair as she guides a deeply restorative experience centered on relaxation, breath...
04/03/2026

Join Graciela Teofield at our Wellness Fair as she guides a deeply restorative experience centered on relaxation, breath, and inner balance.

The Vibrational Sound Bath invites you to release stress through the soothing tones of 432Hz crystal quartz bowls, creating space for deep rest and ease.

This experience also includes Breathwork with Meditation, where you’ll learn and practice simple techniques to activate the body’s rest and calm response—supporting balance, clarity, and a deeper sense of peace. Guests often leave feeling grounded, refreshed, and restored.

Join this workshop at ORABSE’s 3rd Wellness Fair!
Saturday, April 25th

Open to ORABSE members—visit our website to learn more and join. More info will be shared through the ORABSE newsletter.

Come Restore, Refuel, Revive.

🌟 ORABSE Spotlight 🌟The Oregon Alliance of Black School Educators proudly celebrates board member Sade Rivers for receiv...
04/01/2026

🌟 ORABSE Spotlight 🌟

The Oregon Alliance of Black School Educators proudly celebrates board member Sade Rivers for receiving The Black Excellence Award from her former students at The Cottonwood School of Civics and Science 🖤✨

What makes this moment even more powerful? Sade created this award to uplift local Black leaders and inspire students—and this year, those same students honored her in a landslide vote.

From founding Night Light, a BIPOC student affinity space, to championing belonging and community, Sade’s impact runs deep. Her work reflects the heart of ORABSE’s mission: equity, excellence, and empowerment.

👏🏾 Congratulations, Sade! Your legacy continues to inspire the next generation.

Meet Our Facilitators & Wellness Experiences Our Wellness Fair brings together a powerful community of healers, educator...
03/31/2026

Meet Our Facilitators & Wellness Experiences

Our Wellness Fair brings together a powerful community of healers, educators, and creatives—offering real tools to help you restore, reset, and reconnect. From trauma-informed care to movement, art, and deep relaxation, every experience supports your whole self.

Join Dr. Lisa Collins as she explores racial trauma as a deeply embodied experience impacting emotional, psychological, and physical well-being.

This workshop offers practical, healing-centered strategies to help you regulate stress, reclaim your agency, and reconnect with balance and joy—leaving with tools you can carry into everyday life.

Join ORABSE for Our 3rd Wellness Fair!
Saturday, April 25th.

Open to ORABSE members — visit our website to learn more and join! More info will come via the ORABSE newsletter to members.

Come Restore, Refuel, Revive.

Join Graciela Teofield at our Wellness Fair for a calming, immersive experience designed to help you slow down, reset, a...
03/31/2026

Join Graciela Teofield at our Wellness Fair for a calming, immersive experience designed to help you slow down, reset, and reconnect.

The Vibrational Sound Bath invites you to relax deeply and release stress through the soothing tones of 432Hz crystal quartz bowls, creating space for restoration and ease.

This experience also includes Breathwork with Meditation, where you’ll learn and practice simple techniques to activate the body’s rest and calm response—supporting balance, clarity, and a deeper sense of peace. Guests often leave feeling grounded, restored, and refreshed.

Join ORABSE for our 3rd Wellness Fair!
Saturday, April 25th

Open to ORABSE members—visit our website to learn more and join. More info will be shared through the ORABSE newsletter.

Come Restore, Refuel, Revive.

Our founder, Dr. Ernest Hartzog turned 98 this year. President Yusuf Leary and Retired ORABSE members attended his 98th ...
03/27/2026

Our founder, Dr. Ernest Hartzog turned 98 this year. President Yusuf Leary and Retired ORABSE members attended his 98th birthday celebration on January 10th.

Dr. Hartzog served as national president from 1979-1981. He founded the Oregon affiliate of NABSE in 1975, now known as Oregon Alliance of Black School Educators (ORABSE, formerly OABSE).

Thank you Antonio Harris for this wonderful photos!

ORABSE: Mission Possible was a huge success, thank you to all who came out today and shared their time and wisdom. It is...
09/30/2025

ORABSE: Mission Possible was a huge success, thank you to all who came out today and shared their time and wisdom. It is going to be a great 25-26 school year and there is no better way to get the year rolling than with some community and love

Thank you to all who helped make this event happen
And thank you to our guest

Panelist:
Bryan Butcher Jr.
LaKeyshua Washington
Timisha Wilson

Guest Speaker: Dr. Charlene Williams

Student Speaker: Dara Elkanah

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