HOOD RIVER — When we think of the arts, we think of a limitless range of human expression: bright colors, abstract shapes, hands-on activities, performing, and so on. But these practices don’t just exercise our creative side; they bridge to other disciplines and help us become more connected, well-rounded humans.Â
Prospective memory is a form of memory that involves remembering to perform a planned action sometime in the future. This type of memory task is common in daily life.
Jails have become the dumping grounds for people with mental health problems. He cited one recent resident who suffered from dementia and was not capable of taking care of themself.
By Stephanie Hoppe, Hood River County School District
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Free news:Â The Oregon Department of Education (ODE) awarded the Hood River County School District (HRCSD) a multi-year State Summer Learning Grant, ensuring quality academic and enrichment programming for local students through the summer of 2028.
Free news: White Salmon Valley School District (WSVSD) has two new assistant principals who will start July 1. Trisha Eddy will serve as the K–6 assistant principal and Jim Donnelly as the 7–12 assistant principal.
Free news: Cherry Blossom Respite will relocate its dementia-specific respite care program to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church beginning May 5 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This program is made possible through a grant from the Center for Dementia Respite Innovation (CDRI).
THE DALLES — On March 19, nearly 60 educators, industry leaders, and community partners gathered at Columbia Gorge Community College (CGCC) for the third Regional Career Technical Education (CTE) Advisory Committee meeting.
